ALLMAN (Bernard Malcolm Frederick). Peacefully at Leighton Hospital on Tuesday, 25th March, Bernard, aged 94, of Sandbach. The dearly beloved husband of the late Margaret; much-loved dad to Mark, David and Peter, and a treasured granddad. The funeral is to take place on Tuesday, 6th May at Unity Methodist Church, Wesley Avenue, Sandbach, at 10am. Family flowers only please, donations if preferred to Alzheimers Society. All enquiries to Griffiths and Booth, 01270 765 783.
BASKERVILLE (Allen James). Passed away peacefully on 10th April 2025, Allen, aged 87 years, of Lower Withington. The evoted husband of the late Freda; much-loved dad to Clare and son-in-law Craig, and dearly loved granddad to Georgia and Aidan. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to the Stroke Association and St James and St Paul’s Church, Marton. The funeral service is to be held at St James and St Paul’s Church, Marton, on Monday, 12th May at 12.30pm, followed by interment in the churchyard. All enquiries to Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach 01270 750 852.
GRIST (Edward, 13.06.1937 – 9.04.2025). It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Edward Grist, who passed away peacefully in the care of Macclesfield General Hospital, aged 87. A loving husband of Clarice, Edward will be very sadly missed and forever loved by all his family and friends. The funeral service will take place at Crewe Crematorium Chapel on Monday, 28th April at 12.15pm. Donations in memory of Edward will be gratefully received for The Samaritans. For any enquiries, please contact Gavin Palin Funeral Directors, Nantwich, 01270 624 153 or email@gavinpalinfs.co.uk.
GWILT (William, “Bill”). Peacefully on 3rd April 2025, Bill aged 95 years of Alsager, formerly of Pensnett, Brierley Hill. The much-loved husband of the late Margaret; devoted father of Nicola and beloved father-in-law of Philip; treasured granddad of Natalie and Madeline, and loving great-granddad of Lilly-Mae. A service will take place at St Mary Magdalene Church, Alsager, on Wednesday, 7th May at 11.45am, followed by a private family cremation. Will all friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only, but if desired a donation may be made to the Royal British Legion (Alsager Branch). All inquiries and any donations to Joseph Edwards and Sons, Independent Funeral Directors, 144/146 Crewe Road, Alsager, 01270 882 097.
HORSLEY (Christine, née Hill). Christine, of Congleton, and formerly Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire and Corby, Northants, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 2nd April 2025 at Macclesfield Hospital, aged 86 years. A loving mum to Simon, Mark, Gethin and Michelle; treasured grandmother to Simon, Laura, Tom, Gethin, Victoria, Yasmin, David, Jack, and Robert; cherished great-grandmother to Tinkerbell, Henry, Reggie, Harley, Matilda, Logan, Marla and Holly, and much-loved mother-in-law to Debbie, Donna and Jo. She will be fondly remembered by us all and we carry her with us always. The funeral service is to take place at 11.45am on 1st May 2025 at St Mary’s Catholic Chapel, West Road, Congleton. Enquiries to John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298 829.
SPROSTON (Lilian, Lil). At rest on Friday, 11th April 2025 at The Laurels Residential Nursing Home, Lil, aged 90 years, of Congleton. The devoted and beloved wife of Joe; treasured mum of Andrew and the late David; cherished mother-in-law to Lynnette; dearest nan of Sarah and the late Daniel; a much-loved sister, sister-in-law and aunt, and a dear friend and neighbour to many. Lil will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by all who knew her; she touched the lives of many. The funeral service will take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday, 6th May at 11.20am. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, would friends wishing to attend kindly meet for the service. No floral tributes by request, donations preferred and gratefully received to Alzheimer’s Research UK 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.
WAIN (Cedric). At rest on 14th April 2025, Cedric, aged 87 years of Alsager. The dearly loved husband of Vera; loving dad of Julie, Allison and John; dear father-in-law of Ian, Paul and Joanne; treasured granddad of Jack, Joshua, Chloe, Laura and Alex, and great-granddad of Logan. The funeral service and burial will be at Christ Church, Alsager, on Wednesday, 30th April at 12.30pm. Will all friends please meet at the church. No flowers by request but if desired a donation may be made to St Luke’s Cheshire Hospice. Enquiries and donations to Joseph Edwards and Sons, Independent Funeral Directors of 144/146, Crewe Road, Alsager, 01270 882 097.
WITHNELL (Joyce). Peacefully passed away on 14th April 2025, at Heliosa Nursing Home in Congleton, Joyce, aged 89 years young. A devoted mum, nan and great nan. Joyce will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her family and friends. The service will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Monday, 12th May at 10am. Family and friends should kindly meet at the crematorium. All flowers are welcome. Donations, if preferred, to Alzheimer’s UK. All enquiries to John Garside Funeral Directors, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
