Death Notices, 9th June 2022

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DAVIES (John). Peacefully passed away at his home on 1st June 2022 surrounded by his loving family. John, aged 96, devoted husband of the late Audrey, loved dad of Sara Ruth and Rowena Jane, cherished grandfather of David and Elizabeth, treasured great-grandpa of Cora, Kayla and Maya. John will be sadly missed and fondly remembered. The funeral service will be held at Macclesfield Crematorium on Wednesday, 22nd June at 10.45am. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to The Christie Hospital. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298829.

DOLMAN (William James). The family and friends of William James Dolman are saddened to announce his passing on 16th May 2022. Born in the Biddulph area on 17th May 1942, he went on to a career in the building trade. Through marriage his family extended and he became a loving granddad to three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. After living an eclectic life, he passed peacefully in the presence of his wife. Enquiries: AH Cheater Funeral Directors, 01794 513393.

EDWARDS (Stan). Suddenly on 21st May 2022 at his home in Rushton. Stanley Herbert (Stan), aged 95. Beloved husband of the late Mona, much loved dad of Nigel, Karen and the late David, dearest father-in-law of Liz, Dave and Gill, devoted granddad of Stephen, Sean, Stewart, Richard, Lesley and Andrew, great-granddad of Daniel, Zach, Blake, Ava and Alex and a very dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral Friday, 17th June at Rushton Methodist Church at 11am followed by interment at Rushton Churchyard. Will friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only, please; donations, if desired, to UHNM Charity (Children’s Oncology Dept) or British Lung Foundation. Enquiries: S Sigley and Sons, Leek, 01538 382048.

HANCOCK (Allen). Suddenly but peacefully at rest on Friday, 27th May 2022, at Royal Stoke University Hospital. Allen, aged 67, of Tunstall, formerly of Talke. The devoted and loving husband of Alicia, precious dad of Zoe, a special father-in-law of Richard, adored granddad of Jacob and Isaac, and a loved godfather of Donna and Stuart. Allen will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all his family and friends. Funeral service and cremation at Carmountside Crematorium on Friday, 17th June at 10.30am. Would relatives and friends please accept this intimation and kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only, please; donations, if desired, to Douglas Macmillan Hospice and British Heart Foundation in memory of Allen. Enquiries and donations: Wilsons Funeral Directors (IJ Kirkham), 48, Cinderhill Lane, Scholar Green, 01782 785937.

HIDES (Paul Jonathan, “Fred”). Passed away peacefully at Royal Stoke University Hospital with his family by his side on 5th June 2022. Paul, aged 54, of Sandbach. Dearly loved son of Janet and the late John, loving brother to Suzanne, brother-in-law to Anthony and devoted uncle to Emma and Anna. Funeral service at St Mary’s Church, Sandbach on Wednesday, 15th June at noon, followed by committal at Crewe Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to St Mary’s Church, Sandbach or Leukaemia and Myeloma Research UK. Enquiries: Williams and Lowe Funeral Directors, Field House, 40, Congleton Road, Sandbach, 01270 750852.

HIRST (John Stuart). Peacefully at Primrose House Care Home on Thursday, 2nd June 2022. Stuart, aged 88, of Sandbach. The dearly beloved husband of Christine, much loved father of Michael and Rachel, treasured granddad of Charlotte, Sarah, Rose, Elizabeth and Jimmy, also great-grandfather of Baxter. Funeral on Thursday, 23rd June at 10.30am at St Mary’s Church, Sandbach, followed by committal at Crewe Crematorium. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if preferred to St Mary’s Church, Sandbach. Enquiries: Griffiths and Booth, Sandbach, 01270 765783.

HODGE (May). Peacefully passed away at her home address with her loving daughters by her side on 23rd May 2022. May, aged 92, of Biddulph. Devoted wife of the late George, dearly loved mum of Pauline and Carol, cherished mother-in-law of Ken, much loved nan and great-nan, also a special sister and friend to many. May will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her family, friends and neighbours. Funeral service to celebrate the life of May at Biddulph Methodist Church on Monday, 13th June at 1.30pm, followed by committal at Biddulph Town Burial Ground. Would mourners wishing to attend please meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Approach in memory of May. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, 2, Cross Street, Biddulph, 01782 513210.

HOLT (Alan). Peacefully on Tuesday, 31st May 2022. Alan, aged 76, and late of Congleton. Loving father to Steve and Nick and friend to many. Funeral service at St Stephen’s Church, Congleton on Friday, 17th June at 11am. Flowers welcome; donations, if desired, to Cancer Research UK. Enquiries: Three Shires Independent Funeral Services, 7, Moody Street, Congleton, 01260 279507.

HOPE (Millicent). Passed away peacefully at her home on 27th May 2022 surrounded by her loving family. Millicent, aged 93. The loved and devoted wife of the late Gerald, much loved and cherished mum of Gillian, Pat, Philip, Peter and Alison, dear mother-in-law of Ian, Albert, Louise, Julia and Dean and a dearly cherished grandma/nan and great-grandma to her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Millicent will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her. The funeral service will take place at St Peter’s Church, Congleton, on Monday, 27th June at 1.30pm. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Dementia UK or Cancer Research UK. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298829.

KEMP (Gordon). At rest on 20th May 2022 while in the loving care of his family. Gordon, of Biddulph, aged 64. A loving husband to Sharon and a cherished dad to Jonathan and Joanne who will be truly missed. Funeral service and cremation at Carmountside Crematorium on Thursday, 16th June at 11am. Would all relatives and friends please meet at the crematorium. Enquiries: C McGough and Sons, 69, High Street, Biddulph, 01782 515155.

NOLAN. Peacefully on 24th May 2022 at Macclesfield District General Hospital. Elizabeth, aged 77, of Marton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of Barrie. Loving step-mum to Carl, dear mother-in-law of Tracy, cherished granny of Christopher and Samantha and a treasured God-mum to Lauren. Cortege leaves her home at 11.20am on Monday, 20th June, for service and interment at Marton Church at 11.30am. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Marton Church or ICU, Macclesfield District General Hospital. Enquiries and donations: Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, CW12 1JR, 01260 277622. afinneron.co.uk.

OSBALDESTIN (Patricia “Wendy”). Passed away peacefully at Macclesfield District General Hospital on 23rd May, 2022. Wendy, aged 77, of Congleton. Loved wife of the Stephen, dearly loved mum of Peter, John, Anthony and Christopher, dear step-mum of Gordon, Maxine, Geoffrey and Edward, cherished sister of Roger, John and the late David, treasured granny, auntie and friend. Wendy was a Cub leader for 6th Congleton Scout Group and an ex-school governor at Havannah Primary School. A service of thanksgiving will be held at Trinity Methodist Church, Congleton, on Tuesday, 21st June at 11.45am. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Cancer Research UK. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298829.

PLANT. Peacefully on 3rd June 2022 at home. Roy, aged 84, of Talke (formerly of Congleton and Macclesfield). The dearly loved and devoted husband of Patricia. Loving dad of Dale, Debbie, Chris and the late David, dear father-in-law of David, Alan and Anita and a cherished and treasured Grandy. Service at St James the Great Church, Congleton on Wednesday, 22nd June at 11.30am. Will relatives please accept this, the only intimation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Douglas Macmillan. Enquiries and donations: Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32, West Street, Congleton, 01260 277622. afinneron.co.uk.

POINTON (Keith). Suddenly on Wednesday, 25th May 2022 at Leighton Hospital. Keith, aged 78, of Sandbach. The dearly beloved husband of Janet. Much loved dad of Rob, Andy, Ian and Jen. Treasured granddad of Leanne, Rory, Natalie, Lauren, Thomas, William, Sally, Beth, Amy and Layla. Funeral service on Friday, 17th June at Crewe Crematorium at 2.45pm. Family flowers only, please; donations, if preferred, to Parkinson’s UK. Enquiries: Griffiths and Booth, Sandbach, 01270 765783.

STUBBS (Norman). Peacefully on Friday, 27th May 2022, at Springbank Nursing Home. Norman, aged 94, formerly of Newpool Road. The devoted husband of the late Gwen, treasured dad of Andrew, a dear father-in-law to Linda, cherished granddad of Stefan, Sarah, Nathan and Kate and great-granddad to Eadie, Freddie, Elsie and Ralph. Norman will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends. The funeral service will take place at Lifestream Church, Newpool Road, Biddulph on Wednesday, 15th June at 1pm, prior to interment at Woodhouse Burial Ground. Will family and friends place accept this, the only intimation and kindly meet for the service. Family flowers only, please; donations, if desired, to Springbank Nursing Home Comfort Fund c/o the funeral director. Funeral arrangements entrusted to: Michael Goulding, Dolven Funeral Services, Independent Family Funeral Directors, 31-33, Congleton Road, Biddulph, ST8 6DY, 01782 379191.

TURNER (John). Passed away peacefully on 23rd May 2022 at Royal Stoke University Hospital. John, aged 94, of Congleton. The loved and very devoted husband of the late Edna, much loved dad of John, David and Sheena, respected father-in-law of Carol, Cathy and Jack, cherished granddad of David, Michael, Sarah, Claire, Helen and Amy, treasured great-granddad of 12 great-grandchildren. John will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him. The funeral service will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Monday, 20th June at 2pm. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, to Alzheimer’s Society in John’s memory. Enquiries: John Garside and Son, Mountbatten House, Stonehouse Green, Congleton, 01260 298829.