BARNETT (Anthony “Tony”). Peacefully on 18th May 2026, at home, Anthony “Tony”, aged 85 years, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted husband of Kathleen; loving dad of Gary, Sharon, Kevin and Mark; dear father-in-law of Paula, Caine, Alison and Claire, and a cherished and treasured granddad of Amber, Naomi, Leah, Harriet, Ellie, Tyler and Oliver. The cortege is to leave his home on Thursday, 18th June at 10.15am for service at St John’s Church, Buglawton, at 10.30am, prior to committal at the Birches Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations if desired to East Cheshire Hospice at home. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at church. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. (afinneron.co.uk).
BYATT (Frank James). Peacefully passed away at his home, on Thursday, 21st May 2026, with his loving family by his side, Frank, aged 82 years, of Biddulph. A devoted husband to Eileen; dearly loved dad of Mandy and Nicola, father-in-law of Rich and Paul, and a special friend to many. Frank will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by his loving family and friends. A service to celebrate Frank’s life will be held at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph, at noon followed by internment at Woodhouse Burial Ground. The family have requested family flowers only, please. A service to celebrate Frank’s life will be held at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph, at noon on Tuesday, 16th June. All enquiries to John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
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HARRISON (William Barry, “Barry”). Passed away peacefully on Monday 18th May 2026, while in the care of Tall Oaks Nursing Home, surrounded by his loving family, Barry, aged 88 years of Knypersley. A devoted and beloved husband of the late Barbara; cherished dad of Wayne, Jonathan and Martyn; dearest father-in-law to Sue, Marie and Tracey; treasured granddad of Tyler, Lexie, Hollie and India; a much-loved brother of Jean and Evelyn, and a dear friend and good neighbour to many. Barry will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by all his family and friends. A service of celebration will take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Wednesday, 10th June at 12.40 pm. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation, and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet for the service. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to Biddulph In Bloom c/o the funeral director. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Dolven Funeral Services, Independent Family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, 01782 379 191.
HATTERSLEY (Monica). Peacefully passed away at her home address on Thursday, 14th May 2026, with her loving family by her side, Monica, aged 92 years, of Biddulph. The devoted wife of the late Jack; dearly loved mum of Carol and Stephen; much-loved grandma of Stuart, Helen, Issac and Jasmine, and special great-grandma of Hailey. Monica will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her loving family and dear friends. A service to celebrate Monica’s life will be held at Bradwall Crematorium at 2pm on Wednesday, 17th June. Monica’s family have requested family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Douglas Macmillan Hospice. All enquiries to John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph.
HORSLEY (Joanne, “Jo”). Peacefully on 22nd May 2026, at home, Joanne “Jo”, aged 58 years, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of Gethin; loving mum of Jack and Laura; dear mother-in-law of Ashleigh and Dan; cherished and treasured nan of Brodie, Reggie and Matilda; much-loved daughter of Pauline and Wayne; dear sister of Anthony, and sister-in-law of Joanna. The cortege is to leave her home on Friday, 19th June at 12.30pm for a service at Eaton Church at 12.45pm, prior to committal at Macclesfield Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations if desired to MacMillan Nurses. Will relatives please accept this the only intimation and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at church. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. (afinneron.co.uk).
MACHIN (Charles) Peacefully on 16th May 2026, Charles Russell, aged 89 years, of Lask Edge. The dearly loved and devoted husband of the late Mary Elizabeth Machin; loving dad of Margaret, “Mags”, and Stewart; dear father-in-law of John and Lillian; cherished granddad of Christopher, Declan, Jake, lily, Michelle, Charlene and Natasha, and a treasured great-granddad of Eva and Emmie. The cortege is to leave his home on Wednesday, 17th June at 1.10pm for a service at Biddulph Methodist Church at 1.30pm, prior to interment at Woodhouse Lane Burial Ground. Family flowers only; donations if desired to Midlands Air Ambulance. Will relatives please accept this the only intimation, and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at church. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. (afinneron.co.uk).
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MCGUINNESS (Carol Anne, née Hancock). Carol, beloved mum, nan, sister, auntie, cousin, wife and friend, passed away peacefully on 17th May at Tall Oaks Care Home, Biddulph, aged 73 years. Carol’s family invite all who knew, loved and wish to pay respects to her to join them for Carol’s funeral on Friday, 12th June at 11am at St Lawrence’s Church, Biddulph. Mourning dress with a splash of colour is encouraged. After church, there will be a service at Carmountside Crematorium, which all are welcome to attend. For those who cannot proceed to the crematorium, they are welcome to progress to the wake at Biddulph Moor Village Hall, where refreshments will be available immediately after the church service. A lunch to celebrate Carol’s life will be served there from 1pm. To honour Carol’s memory, both floral tributes and donations are welcome. Foxtail Florist in Biddulph is happy to assist with flowers (01782 514 555), and the family invite donations to the residents’ fund at Tall Oaks Care Home to enable residents, including Carol’s friends there, to enjoy enriching activities and outings. Donations can be made to Careconcepts North Staffordshire LTD |05-00-20 | 12122946. Please use reference “Residents’ Fund”.
MILLARD (Allan). Peacefully passed away with his loving family by his side on 25th May 2026, at Lawton Manor Care Home, Allan, aged 88 years, of Harriseahead. The devoted husband of the late Reece; dearly loved dad of Karen, Adrian, Julian and the late Andrew; cherished father-in-law of Ron, Dionne and Karen; a much-loved granddad of Arran, Aiden, Azaria, Ethan, Keanan, Liam, and Georgia and their wives, husband and fiancees Jessica, Nikita, Cameron, Sophie and Megan; greatly adored great-granddad of Poppy, Halle, Charlie, Freya, Luca, Miller, Alfie, Oscar and Beatrice, and a very special friend to many. Allan will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by his loving family and dear friends. A service to celebrate Allan’s life will be held at Carmountside Crematorium at noon on Thursday, 18th June. Friends wishing to attend, please meet at the crematorium. All enquiries to John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
OXENHAM (Elizabeth Scott). Peacefully on 17th May 2026, at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Elizabeth Scott, aged 83 years, of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of John. The cortege is to leave Clayton Manor Care Home on Wednesday, 10th June at 11.45am for a service and cremation at Macclesfield Crematorium at 12.15pm. Family flowers only; donations if desired to the PBC Foundation. Will relatives please accept this the only intimation, and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at crematorium. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277 622. (afinneron.co.uk).
SHROPSHIRE (Jane Margaret). Margaret peacefully passed away, with her loving family by her side, on Tuesday 12th May 2026. Margaret, aged 71 years and of Biddulph, was the much-loved wife of Allan, a devoted mum and dearly loved nan, loving sister, cherished auntie, and a very special friend to many. Margaret will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her loving family and dear friends. A service to celebrate Margaret’s life will be held at Biddulph Methodist Church at 2.30pm on Monday 15th June, followed by interment at Woodhouse Burial Ground. Friends wishing to attend, please meet at the church. All enquiries to John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513 210.
SMITH (Edward). Passed away peacefully on Friday 8th May 2026, at Leighton Hospital, aged 84 years. He was the dearly loved and devoted husband of Jean; much-loved dad of Michael and Ian, and treasured granddad of Josh, Harvey, Emily and Luke. Eddie will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by his family and friends. The funeral service will be held at Vale Royal Crematorium, Northwich, on Thursday, 18th June at 2.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Dementia UK. All enquiries to Peter Forshaw Funeral Services, Sandbach, 01270 762 230.
SPARKS (Mary). Passed away peacefully on Friday, 22nd May 2026 at Clayton Manor Care Home, Congleton, Mary, aged 100 years, of Congleton. The devoted Wife of the late Harry; very dear mum of her son Pat; dear mother-in-law of Sue; loved nan of Tim, Sarah, Shona and Jez, and much-loved great nan of Chloe. The funeral service will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Thursday, 25th June at 2pm. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Cancer Research UK. Enquiries to John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298 829.
WAKELIN (Rafe). Peacefully at Royal Stoke University Hospital on Sunday 17th May 2026, Rafe aged 82 years, of Alsager. Adored husband of Margaret; caring brother of Valerie and brother-in-law of Gwen, and dear uncle of Giles and Suzy, Sue and Stephen and Rosie. The funeral service and burial will be at Christ Church, Alsager, on Tuesday, 16th June at 11am. Will all friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only but, if desired, a donation may be made to Unicef in memory of Rafe. All inquiries and any donations to Joseph Edwards and Sons, Independent Funeral Directors, 144/146, Crewe Road, Alsager, 01270 882 097.
