BOULD (Donald). Peacefully passed away at home surrounded by his loving family, Donald, formerly of Biddulph, and who lived in Congleton. He will be greatly missed by his loving wife Joan; cherished son Steven and daughter-in-law Yvonne, and his grandchildren. Donald will be missed by family and friends and all who knew him. The funeral service will be held at Macclesfield Crematorium on Wednesday, 3rd January at 10.45am. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Macmillan Cancer Support. Enquiries to John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01260 298 829.
CHADWICK (Rosemary, nee Foster). Peacefully at rest on Wednesday, 6th December 2023 at Royal Stoke University Hospital in the presence of her loving family, Rosemary, aged 76, of Goldenhill. The devoted and loving wife of Alan; much-loved mum of Steven and Emma; adored nanna of Tomi, Evie, Nia, Jake and Maia; a dear sister and sister-in-law of Dorothy, Lilian, Joan and Tony, and a very special aunty and friend to many. Rosemary will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by all her family and friends. The funeral service is to take place at Gateway Methodist Community Church, Goldenhill, on Thursday, 4th January at 10.45am followed by cremation at Bradwell Crematorium. Would relatives and friends please accept this intimation and kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only, please; donations, if desired, to Guide Dogs for the Blind Association and Douglas Macmillan Hospice in memory of Rosemary. Donations and enquiries to: Wilsons Funeral Directors (IJ Kirkham), 48, Cinderhill Lane, Scholar Green, 01782 785 937.
CHIVERS (Michael John). Peacefully passed away on 8th December 2023, surrounded by his loving children. Michael, aged 83, will be greatly missed by his devoted daughter and son, Amanda and Neil. The treasured father-in-law of Ian and Sharon, and a cherished granddad of Issy, he will be fondly missed by all family and friends. Enquiries to: John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298 829.
FINCH (Michael Hugh). Passed away peacefully at Corbrook Park Nursing Home, Audlem on 10th December 2023, Mike, aged 85, of Leighton. The beloved husband of Shena; much-loved dad to Suzy and Abi, and treasured Poppa to Larry and Margot. The funeral service is to be held at St Peter’s Church, Minshull Vernon, on Thursday, 4th January at 11am, followed by interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Médecins sans Frontières (Doctors without Borders) or Dementia UK. All enquiries to Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
GREGORY (Hannah Mary). Passed away peacefully on 6th December 2023, aged 91. The loving wife of the late Albert; beloved mother of Helen and proud grandmother of John and Alyssa. She will be sadly missed by all the family. Enquiries: Ken Gregory and Sons Funeral Directors, 27, Portland Street, Kirkby in Ashfield, 01623 855 977.
GROOM (Peter). Passed away peacefully on 13th December 2023 at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Peter, aged 79. A devoted husband of Marie; loved step-dad of Amanda and Chris, and treasured step-granddad of Matthew and Katherine. A private family funeral is to take place. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to British Heart Foundation, Cancer Research UK or North West Air Ambulance. Enquiries to John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298 829.
HALL (Carole Jane). On 10th December 2023, at Royal Stoke University Hospital, Jane, aged 79, of Church Lawton. The dearly loved wife of Bernard; treasured mum of Emma, and her partner Mark; loving sister of Ian and his wife Janet, and a beloved aunt and friend to many. The funeral service and cremation is at The Birches Crematorium, Lach Dennis, CW9 7SU on Friday, 5th January at 11am. Will all friends and family please meet at the crematorium. No flowers, by request, but if desired please donate to a charity of your choice. All enquiries to Joseph Edwards and Sons, Independent Funeral Directors, 144/146, Crewe Road, Alsager, 01270 882 097.
ROWLAND (George Antony). Passed away at home on 5th December 2023, George, aged 77, of Sandbach. The son of the late Francis and Ethel Rowland. The funeral service and committal is to take place at Sandbach Cemetery on Thursday, 28th December at 12.30pm. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to the RNLI. All enquiries to Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750 852.
STANDRING (Sylvia). Peacefully on 8th December 2023, with family by her side, Sylvia, aged 83, of Sandbach. The devoted wife of the late Russell; much-loved mum of Guy and Paul; beloved mother-in-law of Lorraine and Jackie; treasured nannie and “Nelly”, and great-nannie. The funeral service and burial is at St John the Evangelist Church, Buglawton, on Tuesday, 2nd January at 11am. Will all friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only, but if desired a donation may be made to Guide Dogs for the Blind. All enquiries and any donations to Joseph Edwards and Sons, Independent Funeral Directors, of 144/146, Crewe Road, Alsager, 01270 882 097.
WILCOX (Donald Benjamin, “Taf”). Peacefully at home on Saturday, 16th December 2023, Taf, aged 83, of Biddulph. The beloved and devoted husband of Mary; treasured dad of Rowena, Angela and the late Michael; a dear father-in-law to Mark and Mike; cherished granddad of Chelsie, Brandon, Harry, Marcus and Candice; a loving great-granddad of Calvin and Nicole, and a very good friend and neighbour to many. Funeral arrangements later. All enquiries: Vanessa Dolman, Dolven Funeral Services, Independent Family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, 01782 379 191.
