BOOTH (Victor). After a long illness bravely borne, Victor, aged 72 years, passed away on 13th August at Bradford Royal Infirmary, with his loving family around him. Dearly loved by his partner Jane and her daughter Adele, a precious brother of Ursula and John, brother-in-law Arthur and sister-in-law Carol, and leaves his cousins and many dear friends. He will be sadly missed by everyone. Victor, formerly of Congleton, moved to West Yorkshire in the 90s. All enquiries to Carmalinas Funeral Care, 19-21 Offley Road, Shipley, BD12 7BF, telephone 01274 598 886 (carmalinasfuneralcare.co.uk).
DAVIES (Judy, née Mather, 09/03/1930 – 25/08/2025). Peacefully at home in Nantwich, with husband Griff, by her side, Judy passed away aged 95 years. Judy will be very sadly missed and forever loved by husband Griff and all her family and friends. A funeral service to celebrate Judy’s life will be held on Monday, 22nd September at 1pm at Crewe Crematorium Chapel. Donations if desired in memory of Judy will be gratefully received for the PDSA charity. For any enquiries, please contact Gavin Palin Funeral Directors, Nantwich, 01270 624 153 (mail@gavinpalinfs.co.uk).
HOLT (Frank). Peacefully, on 26th August 2025, at home, Frank, aged 84 years, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of Doreen; loving dad of Annette and Andrew, and a dear father-in-law and a cherished granddad. The cortege is to leave his home on Monday, 22nd September at 10.50am for a service and cremation at Macclesfield Crematorium at 11.30am. 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 either East Cheshire Hospice or the RSPCA. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. (afinneron.co.uk).
JACKSON (Margaret). Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 26th August 2025 at Macclesfield District General Hospital, with her family by her side, Margaret of Congleton, aged 80 years. The devoted Wife of Michael; adored mum of Sheryl, Marie and Kelly; dear mother-in-law of Martin, David and Andrew, and cherished nana of Ryan, Rebecca, Callum , Ethan, Luca and Laya. Margaret will be sadly missed by her family and friends but fondly remembered. The funeral service will take place at St Peter’s Church in Congleton on Friday, 19th September at 12.15pm followed by a burial at Congleton Cemetery. Donations, if desired, to Children with Cancer UK. Enquiries to John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298 829.
JODRELL (Keith). Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 26th August at home, surrounded by his loving family, after a short illness, Keith, of Congleton, aged 81 years. The devoted husband of Dorene; adored dad of Michael and the late Samantha; cherished granddad of Cain, Arta and Cassie, and a loving great-granddad, treasured uncle to many nieces, nephews, sister-in-laws and brothers-in-law. Keith will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his family and friends, near and far. The funeral service will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Tuesday, 23rd September at 2pm; everyone is welcome. Flowers welcome and also donations, if desired, to the Christie Hospital, Macclesfield. Enquiries to John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298 829.
NEVE (Eric Raymond, “Ray”). Peacefully on 28th August, at Applecroft Care Home, Eric Raymond, “Ray”, aged 88 years, of Congleton. The funeral service and cremation are to take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Friday, 26th September at 11.30am. Family flowers only; donations if desired to the Alzheimer’s Society. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622 (afinneron.co.uk).
NUTTALL (Marcia Elizabeth). Passed away peacefully at Park House Care Home, Sandbach, on 6th September 2025, Marcia aged 89 years, of Sandbach. A dearly loved mum to Heather and David; devoted Grandy and a great friend to all. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Unity Methodist Church, Sandbach. The funeral service is to be held at Unity Methodist Church, Sandbach, on Friday, 19th September at 1pm, following a private committal. All enquiries to Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
SHAW (Sheila Ann). Peacefully on Sunday, 31st August 2025, at Royal Stoke University Hospital, surrounded by family and friends, Sheila, aged 87 years of Biddulph. A devoted and beloved wife, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, great aunt and a dear friend and kind neighbour to many. Sheila will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her. The funeral service will take place at Hill Top Methodist Church, Biddulph Moor, on Friday, 19th September at 11am prior to interment into the churchyard. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet for the service. Family flowers only please, donations preferred and gratefully received to Douglas Macmillan Hospice c/o the funeral director. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Vanessa Dolman, Dolven Funeral Services, Independent Family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, 01782 379 191.
THOMPSON (John James, “Jim”). Passed away peacefully at Leighton Hospital after a short illness on 3rd September 2025, Jim aged 93, years of Sandbach. The beloved husband of the late Eileen; treasured dad to Elizabeth, Helen and David; fun-loving granddad, great-granddad and great-great-granddad. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to St Luke’s (Cheshire) Hospice. The funeral service is to be held at St Mary’s Church, Sandbach, on Thursday, 18th September at 11am, following a private committal. All enquiries to Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
TURNER (Elsie, née Davies). Passed away peacefully on Friday, 22nd August 2025 at Clayton Manor Care Home, Elsie, aged 96 years, of Congleton. The loved and devoted wife of the late James; loved mum of Joan and Kathleen; cherished grandma of Mark, Elaine, Robert, Paul, Danni, Clare and Adam; great-grandma of Hollie, Kyle, George, Chloe, Esmae, Alex and James; sister-in-law of Moira and devoted companion of Arthur. Elsie will be sadly missed by all who knew her but very fondly remembered. A service and cremation will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Wednesday, 17th September at 12.15pm. This notice serves as the only intimation. Family and friends who wish to attend are kindly asked to meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only; donations if desired to either the Alzheimer’s Society or Clayton Manor Residents’ Comfort Fund. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton 01260 277 622. (afinneron.co.uk).
