AUSTIN (John Anthony William). Peacefully on Friday, 6th February, in hospital and of Pickwick Close, Sandbach, John aged 81 years. The dearly loved husband of Margaret and a much-loved dad and granddad. The funeral service is at The Parish Church of St Mary’s, Sandbach, on Tuesday, 10th March at 11.30am, prior to committal at The Birches Remembrance Park and Crematorium, Lach Dennis. Family flowers only by request. Donations, if desired, to The British Heart Foundation, Cancer Research UK and The Owls Trust. All enquiries to Peter Forshaw Funeral Services, 01270 762 230.
CLIFFE (Mavis Norah). Passed away suddenly on Sunday, 22nd February 2026, at Leighton Hospital, Mavis, aged 86 years, from Arclid. She was the loved and devoted wife of the late Harold; adored mum of Wendy; very dear mother-in-law of Shaun, and cherished nan to Jonathan. Mavis shall be sadly missed by her family and friends but fondly remembered. The funeral service is to take place at St Oswald’s Church, Brereton, on Tuesday, 24th March at 2pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to The Farmers Community Network. Enquiries to John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298 829.
CLULOW (Ernest). Peacefully passed away at Clayton Manor Care Home, on the 20th February 2026, Ernest, aged 93 years of Congleton. The devoted husband of the late Dylys; a dearly loved dad of Lesley, Robert and Amanda, and a much-loved granddad, great-granddad and brother, a very dear friend to many. Ernest will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by his loving family and friends. A service to celebrate Ernest’s life will be held at 10. 45am on Monday, 16th March at Macclesfield Crematorium. Family and friends wishing to attend should please meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only; donations if desired to the residents’ comfort fund at Clayton Manor Care Home, in memory of Ernest. All enquiries to John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph.
DIXON (Beatrice, “Mavis”). On Sunday, 8th February 2026, peacefully in hospital and of Allman Close, Crewe, and formerly of Ettiley Heath, Mavis, aged 81 years. The dearly loved wife of Gerald and a much-loved mum and nan. The funeral service and committal is at Crewe Crematorium on Wednesday, 11th March at 12.15pm. Family flowers only by request, donations if desired to The Christie Hospital. All enquiries to Peter Forshaw Funeral Services, 01270 762 230.
FURNESS (Christopher David). Passed away peacefully on 26th February 2026, Chris, aged 90 years, of Sandbach. The beloved husband of the late Anne; much-loved dad to Catherine, Andrew, Sarah and Tiff, and cherished Bobby. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to the British Heart Foundation. The funeral service is to be held at St Mary’s Church, Sandbach, on Tuesday, 17th March at 2pm, following a private committal. All enquiries to Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
JONES (Mildred). Passed away peacefully at home on 28th February 2026, Millie, aged 81 years, of Sandbach Heath. The beloved wife of the late Alan; precious mum to Lindsay and Simon; treasured gran to Eloisa, Lauren and Lucas, and a friend to all. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Macmillan Nurses. The funeral service is to be held at St John’s Church, Sandbach Heath, on Wednesday, 18th March at 1.30pm, followed by interment in the churchyard. All enquiries to Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
OTTER (Ellen). Peacefully passed away on Thursday, 12th February at Leighton Hospital, surrounded by her loving family, Ellen, aged 86 years, of Church Lawton. The dearly loved wife of the late Raymond; cherished mum of Dave, Debbie and the late Mick; much-loved nan of Sam, Ryan, Kieran and Tamara, and a special sister to John and the late Fred. Ellen will be deeply missed by all her family and friends. The funeral service will take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday, 10th March at 11.20am. Relatives and friends wishing to attend the service are kindly invited to meet at the crematorium. At the family’s request, no mourning attire; please wear colourful clothing in Ellen’s memory. Family flowers only please; donations if desired are preferred to Cancer Research UK and Douglas Macmillan Hospice in memory of Ellen. Enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, 1, Park Avenue, Wolstanton, Newcastle, 01782 711 244.
ROWLAND (Ruth Alice). Peacefully on 12th February 2026, at Park Lane Care Home, Knypersley, Ruth Alice, aged 89 years, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of the late James; loving mum of Catherine, Michael, Tim and the late Steven; dear mother-in-law of Margaret and Liz, and a cherished and treasured nan and great-nan. The cortege is to leave her home on Wednesday, 11th March at 10.15am for a service and cremation at the Birches Crematorium at 11am. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only; donations if desired to Dementia UK. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. (afinneron.co.uk).
SELF (Alan Gordon). Died at home, after a short illness, on 15th February 2026, aged 87 years. The cortege is to leave his home on Tuesday, 17th March at 11.45am for a service and cremation at Macclesfield Crematorium at 12.15pm. Will relatives and friends please accept this the only intimation, and kindly meet at the crematorium. Donations if desired to Congleton Museum. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277622 (afinneron.co.uk).
