BOULD (Moreen, “Mo”). Peacefully on Saturday, 31st January 2026, at Park Lane Care Home, Knypersley, Mo, aged 92 years, of Biddulph. The devoted and beloved wife of the late Raymond; cherished mum to Sharon and Janine; dear mother-in-law to Nigel; treasured nan of Daniel and Ellese, and great-nan of Callie, and a much-loved sister, sister-in-law, aunt and a good friend to many. Mo will be sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. At the request of the family, a private funeral service will take place. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Dolven Funeral Services, Independent Family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, 01782 379 191.
BRADLEY (Lynn, “Dorothy”). Passed away peacefully at Ernvale House Care Home, Cheddleton, on Wednesday, 4th February, Dorothy, aged 82 years. The dearly loved wife of the late Derek; loving mum of Jayne, Martin and Mark, and a dear grandma, great grandma and aunty. She will be fondly remembered by all who knew her. A service to celebrate her life will take place on Wednesday, 4th March at Lower Withington Methodist Church at 11am. Interment in the churchyard will follow. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Dementia UK. Enquiries to David H Smith Funeral Directors, Fountain House, 17/21, Fountain street, Leek, 01538 399 661 (davidhsmith.co.uk).
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BROADHURST (Derek). Peacefully passed away at Claybourne Residential Care Home on 7th February 2026, with his loving family by his side, Derek, aged 91 years, of Gillow Heath. The devoted husband of Celia; a dearly loved father and father-in-law of Angela, John, Susan and John; a much-loved granddad of James, Rachel, Kate and Alexander; a treasured great-granddad of Bobbie and Ilina, and a very dear friend to many. Derek will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by his loving family and friends. A service to celebrate Derek’s life will be held at 10.30am on Friday, 6th March at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph, followed by committal at Carmountside Crematorium. Family and friends wishing to attend should please meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations if desired to The Green Tree House, Biddulph, in memory of Derek. All enquiries to John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
EATON (Michael William, “Mick”). Peacefully on 7th February 2026, at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Michael “Mick” William, aged 83 years, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of the late Jean Eaton; loving dad of Carole Jane and Patrick; dear father-in-law of David, and a cherished and treasured granddad of Kerys, Joe and Rhys. The cortege is to leave his home on Tuesday, 10th March at 2pm for a service at St Peter’s Church, Congleton, at 2.15pm, prior to committal at Macclesfield Crematorium. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations if desired to Cancer Research UK or the British Heart Foundation. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. (afinneron.co.uk).
LEIGH (Jean). Peacefully on 8th February 2026, at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Jean, aged 91 years, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of the late Malcolm Harold Leigh; loving mum of Karen, Robert and Margaret; dear mother-in-law of Richard and Tim, and a cherished and treasured grandma of Georgina and Lottie. The funeral service and interment are to take place at St John’s Church, Buglawton, on Friday, 27th February at 2pm. Will relatives and friends please accept this the only intimation and kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations if desired to Macmillan Nurses. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. (afinneron.co.uk).
MARTIN (Lewis James). Passed away peacefully on 12th February 2026., Lewis, aged 85 years, of Sandbach. The beloved Husband of Jo; much-loved dad to Jason and Em; treasured grandpa to Jacob; loving brother to Joan, Dawn and the late Debbie, and a friend to many. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis. Bright colours welcome. The funeral service is to be held at Birches Crematorium on Thursday, 5th March at 2pm. All enquiries to Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
MOORES (Margaret Ann). Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 3rd February 2026, at The Laurels care Home, Congleton, Margaret, aged 89 years, of Congleton. The devoted wife of the late Jack; adored mum of Wayne and Debra; a very dear mother-in-law of Gill and Dave; cherished grandma of Daniel, Joanna, Lee, Ben, Laura, Ian, Elysia and Rhys; treasured great-grandma of Megan, Lexi, Macey, Mia, Isla, Thea and Frankie Jack, and much-loved auntie to many. Margaret will be sadly missed by her family and friends but fondly remembered. The funeral service is to take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Thursday, 12th March at 12.15pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Alzheimer’s Society or The Laurel’s Care Home Resident Fund. Enquiries to John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298 829.
MUIR (Jane). It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Jane Helen Muir, née Chetham, who passed away peacefully on Sunday, 1st February 2026 at the age of 78. Jane retired after many years as a talented teacher and deputy head of Tythernigton School, Macclesfield. In her retirement she was a keen bridge player, antique dealer, charity worker, and the heart of our family. Jane is survived by her husband, Don, their two children, Alex and Larry, and their grandchildren, Olivia and Harry, as well as her sister, Gill. Jane’s funeral will take place at St James’ Church, Gawsworth, at 11.30am on Friday, 27th February to celebrate her life. Jane brought a positive light and laughter to all she met, and will be dearly missed by her family, friends, and local community. May she rest in peace. Enquiries to S Sigley and Sons, Funeral Directors, Leek, 01538 382 048.
PARROTT (Stephen). Passed away peacefully, at home, on Tuesday, 3rd February 2026, Stephen, aged 80 years, of Congleton. The dearly loved cousin of Sheila, John, Reg, Stuart, Christine, Sandra, Jenny, Lyn and Doreen, Stephen will be sadly missed by his family and friends and fondly remembered. The funeral service will be held at The Birches Crematorium on Thursday, 5th March at 3pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to East Cheshire Hospice. Enquiries to John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298 829.
RIDGWAY (Margaret, née Warburton). Peacefully at rest on 5th February 2026, while in the loving care of her family at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Margaret, of Biddulph, Moor, aged 83 years. The dearly beloved wife of Bill; devoted mum to Mandy and William; A loving and much-loved gran to James and Lukem and a dearest mother-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend who will be truly missed. The funeral serviceis to take place at Christ Church, Biddulph Moor, on Monday, 2nd March at 1.15pm, followed by a private family committal. No flowers by request and donations are gratefully appreciated to the Alzheimer’s Society. Donations and enquiries to C McGough and Sons, 69, High Street, Biddulph, 01782 515 155.
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WORTH (Norman). Suddenly but peacefully on Sunday, 8th February 2026, at Royal Stoke University Hospital, with family by his side, Norman, aged 89, of Biddulph. The dearly beloved husband of Betty; much-loved dad of Chris and Martin; loving father-in-law of Helena and Gill; devoted grandy to Meg, Thomas and Sophie, and a dear brother, uncle, friend and neighbour. The funeral service is to take place at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph, at 10am on Tuesday, 3rd March followed by interment at Biddulph Town Burial Ground. Please accept this the only intimation. Friends and family wishing to attend, please meet at the church. Floral tributes welcome or donations, if preferred, to the British Heart Foundation. All enquiries to John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
