BROWN (Paul). Paul passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, 14th October 2025 at home, aged 81. He was the cherished husband of Sue; a beloved dad, granddad and great-granddad. Paul was a friend to many and will be greatly missed. Paul will be lovingly remembered for his amazing character and sense of humour. He was loving, kind and lit up every room he was in. The funeral will be held at Vale Royal Crematorium, Northwich, (CW9 8RP) at 2pm on Wednesday, 5th November followed afterwards by a celebration of Paul’s life at the Unicorn Pub in Congleton. Will friends please accept this notice as an invitation to join us in celebrating Paul’s life. The family are truly grateful for all the kind messages of condolences and cards that have been sent in Paul’s memory. We request that instead of flowers, donations can be made to Paul’s memorial fundraiser for the British Heart Foundation. A donation box will be available at the service but donations can be sent via gofundme.com, searching for “Paul Brown Memorial Fundraiser”. The funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Abi and Jason at Larvin and Clegg Funeral Care, 20, Antrobus Street, Congleton, 01260 297 963 (larvinandclegg.co.uk). Please direct all enquiries to them.
CAPPER (Brenda) Peacefully on 18th October 2025 at the Christie, Brenda, aged 77 years, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of Tim; loving mum of Gavin; dear mother-in-law of Fifi and Laura; cherished and treasured grandma of Charlie; dear sister of Malcolm, and sister-in-law of Mick, Kris, Jennifer and Janet. The cortege is to leave her home on Thursday, 20th November at 12.40pm for a service and cremation at Macclesfield Crematorium at 1.15pm. 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 Cancer Research UK. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622 (afinneron.co.uk).
CARTER (Philip William). Peacefully on 13th October 2025, at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Philip William, aged 64 years, of Congleton. The dearly loved brother of Patricia and a cherished uncle. The funeral service and cremation are to take place at the Birches Crematorium on Friday, 21st November at 1pm. Will relatives and friends please accept this the only intimation and kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Heather Brae. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton 01260 277 622. (afinneron.co.uk).
FOSTER (Margery). Peacefully on Friday, 10th October 2025, Margery, aged 89 years, of Scholar Green. The much-loved mum of Susan, and beloved granny of Matthew, Hannah and Joe. A funeral service and cremation will take place at The Birches Crematorium on Friday, 7th November at 1pm. Will all friends please meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only but if desired a donation may be made to Alzheimer’s Society. All inquiries and any donations to Joseph Edwards and Sons, Independent Funeral Directors, of 144/146, Crewe Road, Alsager, 01270 882 097.
MATTHEWS (Patricia Anne, “Pat”), 13th October 2025. Passed peacefully away in Primrose House, Haslington, aged 87 years, Pat. The beloved wife of the late Rev George Matthews, former vicar at Mossley; dearly loved mum of Iain, Robert, Philip and Clare, and a loving nanna to Natalie and William. The funeral service will be at Holy Trinity Church, Congleton, on Tuesday, 4th November at 1.45pm. Family flowers only please, donations to The Alzheimer’s Society. Any enquiries to Graham Tresidder and Son (Crewe and Nantwich Funeral Services), 01270 812 512.
ROUSE (George Michael). It is with great sadness we announce his unexpected passing on 20th October 2025; George, aged 88 years of Gillow Heath. He leaves behind his loving wife Beryl, son Paul, daughter Amanda, grandchildren Zoe and Leigh and great grandchildren Oscar and Nancy. The funeral service will be held at Carmountside Crematorium on Tuesday, 11th November at noon. Would family and friends wishing to attend kindly meet for the service. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Vanessa Dolman, Dolven Funeral Services, Independent Family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, 01782 379 191.
RUSHTON (Sylvia). A former councillor and mayor of Biddulph. At peace on 29th September 2025, at Golden Park Nursing Home, Sylvia, aged 86 years, of Biddulph. The devoted wife of the late Gordon, and a dearly loved mum, grandma and great-grandma. Sylvia will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by her loving family and many dear friends. A funeral service to celebrate Sylvia’s life will be held at 2pm on Thursday, 30th October at St John’s Church, Knypersley, followed by interment at Biddulph Town Burial Ground. Family and friends wishing to attend, please meet at the Church. Family flowers only, donations if desired to the RNIB and Staffordshire Sight Loss in memory of Sylvia. All enquiries to John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513210.
STEED (Beryl Anne). Peacefully following a short illness on Sunday, 19th October 2025, Beryl aged 89 years. The devoted wife of the late Frank, and loving mum of the late Jo. Beryl was also a treasured nan and great nan. Family flowers only; donations if desired to Dementia UK. Beryl will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her. A funeral service will take place at Crewe crematorium on Tuesday, 4th November at 11.30am. For further information please contact Three Shires Independent Funeral Services, The Old Band Club, Worrall Street, Congleton, 01260 279 507.
WHITEHURST (Horace) Suddenly on Sunday, 19th October at his home, Horace, aged 88 years, of Congleton. The much-loved and loving husband of the late Margaret; dearest dad of Paul; father-in-law of Judy; granddad of Lisa and Jamie, and a brother and uncle. Horace will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. A funeral service is to be held at St Bartholomew’s Church, Butterton, on Monday, 10th November at 1pm followed by interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers may be sent to the county Air Ambulance. Further Inquiries to David H Smith Funeral Directors, Fountain House, 17/21, Fountain street, Leek, 01538 399 661. (davidhsmith.co.uk).
