39 death notices in Stoke-on-Trent and North Staffordshire this week

These are the death notices published in this week’s editions of The Sentinel. Our thoughts are with the families and friends of their loved-ones.

You can see the latest listings from your area on the InYourArea section. To see the full list of family announcements, visit this section of the StokeonTrentLive website.

Janis Margaret ASHFORD

Passed away suddenly on 17th December 2024, at the RSUH, Janis, aged 74 years. Dearly loved mum, nan to Haydn, Mikie, Corey and Alfie, great nan to Poppy and Theo, also a dear sister.

Funeral service to take place on Thursday 16th January 2025, at Bradwell Crematorium at 10.40am. Will relatives and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired will be greatly received for The Dougie Mac c/o the family. Funeral arrangements entrusted to: Salt & Son Funeralcare 28 Bridge Street, Newcastle, ST5 2RY. Tel 01782 617073.

Janis Margaret ASHFORD

Doris CLIFF

Peacefully at rest on the 21st December 2024 whilst in the loving care of her family at the Old Vicarage Nursing Home, Doris formerly of Packmoor, aged 88 years. Dearly beloved Wife of Bill. A devoted sister to Derek and dearest Aunt to Joy. Doris will be truly missed.

Funeral service and cremation to be held at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday 14th January 2025 at 10.00am. Would all relatives and friends please meet at the Crematorium. C McGough & Sons, 79 Roundwell Street, Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 5AW. 01782 834300.

Winifred ‘Winnie’ CONN (Woodhouse)

Winifred passed away peacefully at The Hermitage Residential Care Home on 28th December 2024, aged 91 years. Winnie, formerly of Tiverton Road, Berryhill, was the much loved wife of the late Ken. Devoted Mam to Roland and Sharon and cherished mother-in-law of Jayne and Paddy. Winnie was a dearly loved Nana to Rebecca and Simon, Rhys and Niamh. Winnie was a treasured sister to Elsie, Peter, Theresa, Ralph and Joseph Rowland. A much-loved auntie, cousin and sister-in-law within her family. A lifelong friend to Jean and the late Ernie Grieveson, John and Joyce Raymond. She will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Winnie’s funeral service will take place at Stafford Crematorium on Thursday 9th January at 1pm. Will relatives and friends kindly meet at Stafford Crematorium. After the service, everyone is warmly invited to join the family for refreshments at: The Knot and Plough, Weston Road, Stafford, ST18 OWL. The family respectfully invites no flowers. Donations to Parkinson’s UK (parkinsons.org.uk) are most welcome. Enquiries to: Stone Funeralcare, 33 High Street, Stone, ST15 8AJ. Winnie’s family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all relatives and friends for the kindness and expressions of sympathy shown to them in their sad loss. Special thanks to the staff of The Hermitage Residential Care Home for their kindness, care and compassion towards Winnie and her family during her stay there, but particularly during her final days.

Alan George FINNEY

Unexpectedly on Thursday 26th December 2024. Alan aged 65 years of Kidsgrove. Much loved and loving husband of Gillian. Special and devoted dad, stepdad, grandad and great-grandad. Loving brother and uncle. Alan will be deeply missed by all his loving family and friends.

The funeral service will take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday 21st January at 10am. Will relatives and friends please meet at the crematorium. No flowers by request, donations preferred to RNIB and Cancer Research UK. Enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare. 1 Park Avenue Wolstanton Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 8AX Tel. 01782 711244.

William Stuart HANCOCK

Sadly passed away at home in Biddulph, on Tuesday 17th December 2024, aged 80 years. Devoted husband of Sylvia, father of Lisa and Gareth, loving stepfather, grandad and great-grandad, brother and father-in-law. Stuart will be deeply missed but remembered fondly by his loving family and many friends.

Funeral Service at St Lawrences Church, Biddulph on Thursday 23rd January 2025 at 11:30am. Would all those wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only please, donations preferred in memory of Stuart to The British Heart Foundation. Inquiries to: S. Sigley & Sons, Funeral Directors, Leek, Tel. 01538 382048.

Jaye HARDY

Peacefully at rest on Wednesday 11th December 2024, Jaye aged 53 years, formerly of Bignall End Stoke-on-Trent. Dearly beloved wife of husband Kevin and much loved daughter of Jean. Jaye will be sadly missed by all her family and friends alike.

Friday 17th January 2025 for Service and Cremation at Bradwell Crematorium at 12:40pm. Would relatives kindly accept this the only intimation, with friends & family members wishing to attend, please meet at Bradwell Crematorium. Attendees are kindly asked, at the request of the deceased, not to wear black at the arranged ceremony. No flowers please by request, donations in memory of Jaye if desired may be sent for The Douglas Macmillan Hospice. All enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare, 1 Park Avenue, Wolstanton, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 8AX 01782 711244.

Mandy PRENDERGAST

Passed away after a short illness on Saturday December 21st 2024 at the RSUH, Mandy aged 57 years of Talke Pits. The dearly loved and devoted mum of James and mother-in-law Lisa, treasured nan of Tommy, much loved sister, sister-in-law and auntie. Mandy will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral Service to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Thursday January 16th 2025 at 12.40pm. Will relatives and friends please meet at the Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations preferred in memory of Mandy for the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society c/o The Funeral Director and online. Donations & inquiries to:- Gail Spender C. EDWARDS & SON (FUNERAL SERVICES) 155 High Street, Talke Pits, Stoke-on-Trent. ST7 1QQ. Tel No: 01782 782842

Sheilah SIDDALL (nee Farrell)

Of your charity please pray for the repose of the soul of Sheilah of Mow Cop Riding Centre who died suddenly at home on Christmas Eve, aged 85 years. Dearly beloved Wife of the late Jeffrey. Special Sister to Margaret and the late Ken and Glenda. Much loved Aunt to Kim, David, Jane, Martin and Richard. Dear Sister-in-Law to Ray. A cherished Great-Aunt and good friend. Sheilah will also be fondly remembered by the many people who rode at Mow Cop Riding Centre. Fortified with the rites of the Holy Catholic Church R.I.P on whose soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

Funeral service to be held at St Joseph’s RC Church, Goldenhill on Wednesday 29th January 2025 at 11:00am, followed by cremation at Carmountside Crematorium. All those wishing to attend will be most welcome to meet at the church. Donations & Enquiries c/o:- C McGough & Sons, 79 Roundwell Street, Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 5AW. 01782 834300.

Jean Anne STEELE

Passed away peacefully on December 17th 2024 at Bradwell Hall Nursing Home, surrounded by her loving family, Jean aged 78 years of Brown Edge, the devoted and loving wife of the late Bob, much loved and precious mum of Dawn and Ian, loved mother-in-law of Tina and treasured Nan of Lily, Jessica, Jack and Freya. Jean will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her.

Funeral Service to take place at St Anne’s Church, Brown Edge on Tuesday January 21st at 1-30pm, followed by Interment at Brown Edge Lawn Cemetery. Will relatives and friends please accept this intimation, and kindly meet at the church. Floral Tributes welcome or if preferred donations for the Alzheimer’s Society. All floral tributes, donations and enquiries to Williamson Brothers, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

Roger Charles WILLIAMS

Roger sadly and unexpectedly died, peacefully on 6th November 2024, at Royal Stoke Hospital, aged 69 years. Beloved husband of the late Pat, loving father to sons; David, Jon and the late Jamie. Father in law to Laura, proud grandfather to Sebastian, and a good friend to many. He will be truly missed.

A joint funeral service and cremation with his late wife Pat is to be held at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday 21st January 2025, at 11.20am. The family invite you to raise a pint to Roger after the funeral service, at Newcastle Golf Club, Golf Ln, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Newcastle ST5 2QB. No flowers by request; donations are welcome to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice or Help for Heroes. Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors. T: (01782) 212880.

Patricia ‘Pat’ Ann WILLIAMS

Pat very sadly passed away, peacefully, after a very short illness, in the care of the Royal Stoke Hospital Respiratory Unit on Saturday 21st December 2024, aged 71 years. Adored by her late husband Roger, much loved mum to Jon and step-mum to David and the late Jamie. Devoted mother-in-law to Laura, cherished Nana to Sebastian, and a dear friend to many. She will be truly missed.

A joint funeral service and cremation with her late husband Roger is to be held at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday 21st January 2025, at 11.20am. The family invites you to raise a glass to Pat after the funeral service, at Newcastle Golf Club, Golf Ln, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Newcastle ST5 2QB. No flowers by request; donations are welcome to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice or Help for Heroes.

Robert WILLIAMS

Peacefully passed away at Douglas Macmillan Hospice on 22nd December 2024, with his very loving family by his side. Robert, aged 75 years of Brown Edge. Devoted husband to Susan, dearly loved dad of Mark, Paul and Ben, much loved father in law of Joanne, Kimberley and Charlie and dearly loved grandad of Tom, Megan, Amy, James, and Orson, also a very special brother, brother in law, and uncle. Robert will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by his loving family and many friends.

The funeral service will take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Tuesday 14th January 2025 at 10.00 am. Family and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to Douglas Macmillan Hospice. All enquiries to John Garside Funeral Directors, 2 Cross Street, Biddulph, Stoke on Trent ST8 6BD.

Cynthia Margaret WILLIS

Suddenly following a short illness on Thursday 26th December 2024 at The Royal Stoke University Hospital Cynthia Margaret aged 86 years. Formerly of Weston Coyney and Forsbrook and more recently loved and cared for by the staff of New Milton Nursing Home. The devoted and beloved wife of the late Michael. Cherished mum of Jane, Elizabeth and the late Michael. Dear mother in law of Bryan and Dan and the dearly loved nana and great nanny of Emma, Richard, Emily, Alfie, Luca and Elsie Rose. The very dear sister of David and a much loved aunt. Cynthia will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by all her loving family and friends.

Funeral on Monday 20th January 2025. Service and Cremation at Carmountside Crematorium at 11.30am. Mourning attire is optional, but something bright in memory of Cynthia would be preferred. Would relatives and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at Carmountside. ( ST2 7AB ) Following the service a celebration of Cynthia’s life will continue at Leek Rugby Club ( ST13 7BJ ) to which all are invited if you wish. No flowers please by request, donations in memory of Cynthia would be much appreciated and will be divided between The Midlands Air Ambulance Charity and Guide Dogs for The Blind. Donations may be made via the online links or c/o The Funeral Director. DONATIONS & ENQUIRIES TO : PAUL DAVIES : HARRY DAWSON FUNERAL SERVICES : The Funeral Home, 105, Upper Normacot Road, Normacot, Longton, Stoke on Trent. ST3 4QG. Tel : 01782 313428.

Ken WILSON

Passed away peacefully on December 27th 2024, at the RSUH, Ken aged 86 years of Sneyd Green (formerly of Cliff Vale and Kidsgrove), the dearly beloved husband of the late Doreen and Sheila, much loved dad of Glenn and daughter in law Margaret, loving grandad of Mark and Andrew, a treasured great grandad and beloved brother of Gwen and the late Malcolm, Desmond and Dawn. Dearest step dad of Sue and fondly remembered by Stephen, Richard and Caroline. Ken will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral Service to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Monday January 20th at 2-30pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Donations and Enquiries to Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

Kenneth ‘Ken’ EDMONDSON

Passed away at home with his children by his side on the evening of the 8th December. Dearest Dad to Rob and Kathy, Father in Law to Andy and Chloe and loving Grandpa to Charlie, Jessica, Hattie and Daniel. A devoted husband to his late wife Ann. A proud Clerk of Works for Stoke-on-Trent council and an enthusiast for local history and transport networks. Remembering your traditional views, your flat cap, love of Bass beer and the twinkle in your eye. Thank you for sharing your life adventure.

We will be having a celebration of Ken’s life on the 24th January at 2pm. This will be held in The Haven Suite on the site of Leeses Funeral Directors in Stoke town centre. All friends of Ken welcome.

Jean GARNER

Sadly passed away on 23rd December 2024 at County Hospital, Jean aged 85 years. Beloved Wife of the late Philip, treasured Mum of Julie, Alison & Andrew, cherished Mother-in-Law of Rob, much-loved Nan of Daniel, Emma, Eleanor & William, a special Great Nan and a dear friend. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

The funeral service is to take place on Wednesday 22nd January 2025 at Stafford Crematorium at 1pm. Anyone attending the service is asked to meet at the Crematorium. Family flowers only by request, but if you would like to make a donation in lieu, these will be gratefully received by the MS Society in memory of Jean. All enquiries to:- Isobel Whittaker Funeral Services 60 Pirehill Lane, Walton, Stone, ST15 0JN Tel:- 01785 336722

John GREATBATCH

Peacefully on Friday 27th December 2024, at R.S.U.H., John aged 89 years of Goldenhill. Much loved husband of the late Irene, treasured dad of David, Michael and Deborah, loving grandad, great grandad, great great grandad and good friend to many.

Service at Goldenhill Gateway Methodist Church on Tuesday 21st January at 1pm. Will all friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only but if desired a donation may be made to Goldenhill Gateway Methodist Church. All inquiries and any donations to Joseph Edwards & Sons, 3 King Street, Kidsgrove, Stoke on Trent, ST7 1HW. 01782 775333. If you would like to donate online you can do so at www.josephedwards.co.uk/online-donation

George Henry HOOFE

Peacefully at rest on Thursday 26th December 2024 at the RSUH, George aged 78 years of Smallthorne. Dearly beloved husband of Cynthia, much loved dad of Jane, Tracy and Robert, dear father-in-law of Ivor, David and Victoria. Devoted grandad of Daniel and Sharlotte and a treasured uncle of Susan. George will be sadly missed by all his loving family and friends.

The Funeral Cortege will leave his home in Smallthorne on Friday 24th January 2025 for Service and Cremation at Bradwell Crematorium at 11:20am. Would relatives kindly accept this the only intimation, friends wishing to attend please meet at the Crematorium. No flowers please by request, donations in memory of George, if desired may be sent for The Douglas Macmillan Hospice c/o the Funeral Director. Donations and enquiries to David Podmore, Arlington House, Ford Green Road, Smallthorne SOT, ST6 1NX. Tel. 01782 818888.

Peter Brian JOHNSON

Peter Brian’ JOHNSON

Of Kingsley Holt, formerly of Cheadle, Staffs. It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Peter on 23rd December 2024, aged 83 years at the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Devoted husband of Shirley, dad to Nicola, father-in-law to Alan. Grandad, great-grandad and brother.

In accordance with Peter’s wishes a Private Cremation will take place on Saturday 11th January 2025. A Celebration of his life and Memorial Service will be announced at a later date.

Margaret Rose KENNY

Peacefully on Saturday 28th December 2024 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital. Margaret aged 91 years of Clayton. Devoted wife of the late Ivor. Loving mum of Andrew and Alison. Much loved nan of Laura, Lucy and Jamie. Special great nan of Finn and Maise. A dear sister of Cyril, Wilma, June and the late Beryl and Ken, also a treasured auntie.

Funeral to take place on Tuesday 14th January 2025. Service and cremation at Bradwell Crematorium at 12 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations would be greatly appreciated for The Douglas Macmillan Hospice. A donation box will be available at the crematorium. Enquiries to: Jackie Rowley TUDOR-DAVIES Independent Family Funeral Services, 1 King Street Newcastle-under-Lyme Staffordshire Tel. 01782 922810 www.tudor-davies.co.uk

Margaret ‘Marg’ MACMILLAN (nee Walker)

Peacefully at rest on Tuesday 24th December 2024 at Newford Nursing Home, Milton, Margaret (Marg) aged 83 years of Penkhull now reunited with her beloved husband Iain, the dearly loved and loving mum of Debbie and the late Iain, a dear mother in law to Paul and Cathy, a much loved and treasured nana to Natasha, Jade and Ellie- Mae, a dearly loved and cherished great nana to Loui, Rosie and Finley also a loving sister and sister in law. Marg will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and many friends.

Funeral Service and cremation to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Thursday 16th January 2025 at 11am. Will relatives please accept this intimation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium. Messages of condolence may be left on the funeral directors’ website www.kevinlowndsfuneralservices.com All floral tributes and inquiries to: Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services Newcastle ST5 1DL Madeley CW3 9EA Tel : 01782 914777 01782 291500.

Allan ROWLEY

Peacefully at rest on Sunday 29th December 2024 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital surrounded by his loving family, after a long illness fought with great courage and dignity, Allan aged 85 years of Chesterton, the dearly loved and loving husband of Phyllis, the much loved dad of David and Annette, a dear father in law of Marie and Kevin, a dearly loved and treasured grandad to Emma, Laura, Olivia and Jack, also a much loved and cherished great grandad to Senna, Enzo, Harvey, Ysabella, Poppy-Ann, Joel and Beatrix. Allan will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and many friends.

Funeral service and cremation to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday 14th January 2025 at 1:20pm. Will relatives please accept this intimation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium. Messages of condolence may be left on the funeral directors’ website www.kevinlowndsfuneralservices.com Family flowers only please, donations would be preferred in memory of Allan to Cancer Research UK. A warm invitation is open for you to join the family for refreshments and to continue sharing memories of Allan after the service at The Jolly Potters, Crackley Bank, Chesterton, Newcastle ST5 7AB. All enquiries to: Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services, Newcastle ST5 1DL, Madeley CW3 9EA Tel : 01782 914777 01782 291500.

Joan WOODCOCK

Sadly, passed away on Friday 13th December 2024. Joan aged 89 years of May Bank Dearly beloved wife of the late Brian Woodcock. Loving mum to Karl, Nanna to Josh and Sam, Joan to Helen, Matt, Holly, Louise, Joel and Great Grandson Noah.

The funeral service will take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Friday 10th January at 2pm. Relatives and friends wishing to attend the service are kindly invited to meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations if desired are preferred to RSPCA or Gurkha Welfare fund in memory of Joan. Enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare. 1 Park Avenue Wolstanton Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 8AX Tel. 01782 711244

Audrey ALDRIDGE

At peace on 19th December 2024 at Ash Hall Nursing Home, Audrey, aged 92 years formerly of Winchester Avenue, Bentilee. Much loved wife of the late Noch, devoted mum of Barb and Des, cherished step mum of Alan, dear mother-in-law of Alan and Beverley, treasured nan, great-nan and great-great-nan. Dearly loved sister of Mac, loving sister-in-law of Josie and special aunty. Audrey will be fondly remembered by all her family and friends.

Funeral service will take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Monday 13th January at 2pm. Will relatives and friends kindly meet at Carmountside. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Donations & enquiries to: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

Betty ANYON

Of your charity please pray for the repose of the soul of Betty, formerly of The Westland’s who died peacefully on the 15th December 2024 whilst in the loving care of her family and staff at Hempstalls Hall Care Home, aged 96 years. Dearly beloved Wife of the late William. Devoted Mum to Stephen and Margaret. A dearest Mother-in-Law to Alison and the late Christopher. A loving and much loved Nanny to Matthew, Louise, Jonathan, Simon and Adam and Great Grandmother to Maddison and Alexander. A loving Sister, Sister-in-Law, Aunt and friend who will be truly missed and was fortified with the rites of the Holy Catholic Church R.I.P on whose soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

Reception into Our Lady & St Werburgh RC Church, Clayton on Tuesday 21st January 2025 at 6.00pm. Requiem Mass on Wednesday 22nd January 2025 at 10.30am, followed by Cremation at Bradwell Crematorium. No flowers by request, donations preferred to Book Aid International. Donations & Enquiries c/o: C McGough & Sons, 79 Roundwell Street, Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 5AW, 01782 834300.

Elaine BLOORE

Peacefully on 6th December 2024 in the wonderful care of the staff on Ward 79 at the RSUH, with family by her side, Elaine aged 82 years of Burslem. Devoted wife of 62 years to Les. Treasured mum of Angela and her partner Chris, loving sister-in-law and aunty and a good friend to many. Elaine will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral service will take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday 14th January at 11.20am. Will relatives and friends kindly meet at Bradwell. Family flowers only please, donations if desired, for Ward 79 at the RSUH (UHNM Charity). Donations & enquiries to: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

Derek COOKSON

It is with great sadness that the family would like to announce that Derek, passed away aged 93 years, at the Royal Stoke University Hospital on Thursday 19th December 2024. Devoted and loving husband to the late Marjorie, who sadly passed away in April 2024, much loved dad to Beverley and Richard, and a cherished grandad and great grandad. Derek will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all his family and friends.

Funeral Service and Cremation to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Wednesday 22nd January 2025 at 11:30am. Would relatives please accept this intimation and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium Family flowers only please. Donations preferred in memory of Derek to Dementia UK. Enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare Sandon Road Meir, Stoke-on-Trent ST3 7DJ Tel. 01782 315238 / 711244

Cynthia DAVIES (nee Jones)

Cynthia DAVIES

Peacefully yet unexpectedly at rest on the 6th December 2024 whilst at home in Goldenhill, Cynthia aged 74 years. Dearly beloved Wife of the late Brian. Devoted Mum to Stephen, Claire and Donna. A dearest Mother-in-Law. A loving and much loved Nan and Great Nan. A dear Sister, Sister-in-Law, Aunt and friend who will be truly missed.

Funeral service and cremation to be held at Carmountside Crematorium on Monday 13th January 2025 at 2.30pm. Would all relatives and friends please meet at the Crematorium. No flowers by request. Donations are welcome to Mencap. C McGough & Sons, 79 Roundwell Street, Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 5AW. 01782 834300.

Patricia ‘Pat’ DAVIES

Peacefully at rest on 17th December 2024 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital. Pat aged 79 years of Bradwell. A loving wife of the late Terry, a much loved mum of Paul, Stephen and Teri-Anne, mother in law of Emma, a treasured nana of Taylor, Caitlin, Freya, Megan, Ashton, Darcie, Teagan and Demi, also a dear sister, aunty and friend of many. Pat will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and friends.

Funeral service and cremation to be held at Bradwell Crematorium on Friday 10th January 2025 at 2.40pm. Will all relatives please accept this the only intimation, friends wishing to attend please meet at the crematorium. All enquiries to: Mr Ben Simpson, Simpson & Wilde Independent Funeral Directors, 317 Hartshill Road, Stoke on Trent, ST4 7NR. 01782 616034 www.simpsonwilde.co.uk

Keith HOLDHAM

Sadly passed away on Tuesday 17th December 2024 at the RSUH, Keith aged 76 years, formerly of Trentham, much loved and devoted husband to Maureen, loving dad, father-in-law, grandad, great grandad, brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Keith will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all his family and friends.

Funeral service and cremation to take place on Friday 24th January at Carmountside Crematorium at 2:00pm. Will relatives please accept this intimation, friends kindly meet at the Crematorium. In lieu of floral tributes, donations preferred in memory of Keith to Alzheimer’s Research. Enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare Sandon Road Meir, Stoke-on-Trent ST3 7DJ Tel. 01782 315238 / 711244

Valerie ‘Val’ JACKSON

Peacefully at rest after a short illness on Saturday 14th December 2024, Val aged 79 years of Knutton. Dearly loved wife of Brian, a much loved mum of Chris, Ang, Daz, a dear mother-in-law of Paul and Sarah, a loving nan, great-nan and loving sister. Val will be deeply missed by her loving family and friends.

Funeral service and cremation at Bradwell Crematorium on Monday 13th January 2025 at 10.00am. Will relatives and friends please meet at the crematorium. Flowers are welcome. Funeral arrangements entrusted to: Salt & Son Funeral Home Bridge St, Newcastle Tel. 01782 617073.

Derek John MASON

Following a long illness finally at rest on Monday 23 December 2024 at the Royal Stoke Hospital, Derek was the much loved husband of 66 years to the late Kathleen Mason and Father and Grandfather to John, Sunika & Surinder. Retired Telephone Engineer, Resident of Endon, previously of Sneyd Green and Hanley & respected organist for many Churches across Stoke-On Trent over the years, including the Bethesda Chapel.

A private family cremation will take place later this month. Enquiries to Goodwins Funeral Directors 114 London Road Newcastle-Under- Lyme. Any donations to Dementia UK 7th Floor One Algate London EC3N 1RE 0300 365 5500.

Doug MILLINGTON

Peacefully at rest on Saturday 21st December 2024 whilst in the care of Westfield Lodge, Weston Coyney, Doug aged 92 years of Blythe Bridge. A much loved husband of the late Jessie, loving dad of Andrew and Debra, treasured grandad of Tom, Holly, Dan, Heidi and Joe and also a much loved great-grandad of Rose, Alice, Bertie, Edison, Robyn, Eliza and Daisy. Doug will be sadly missed by all his loving family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Tuesday 14th January 2025 at 10.30am. Family flowers only by request please, donations preferred in memory of Doug to the R.S.P.C.A. All enquiries and donations to: H Dale Funeral Service, 176 Anchor Road, Sandford Hill, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 5EF. Tel: 01782 313866.

Keith STANIER

At peace on 28th December 2024 at R.S.U.H., Keith aged 68 years of Whitehill. Much loved son of the late Bert and Nellie Stanier, beloved brother of Sheila and her husband David, very dear uncle of Robb and the late James. Keith will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Rest in peace now.

A private funeral will take place. All inquiries to Joseph Edwards & Sons, 3 King Street, Kidsgrove, Stoke on Trent, ST7 1HW, 01782 775333.

Christopher TALBOT

Peacefully at rest on the 20th December 2024 whilst in the loving care of his family at the RSUH, Christopher William of Goldenhill, aged 78 years. The dearly beloved Husband to Mary. Devoted Dad to Philip, Christopher and Alexandra. A dearest Father-in-Law to Paula, Teresa and Jordan. A loving and much loved Grandad and Great Grandad. A dear Brother, Brother-in-Law, Uncle and friend who will be truly missed.

Funeral service and cremation to be held at Carmountside Crematorium on Friday 17th January 2025 at 1.45pm. Would all relatives and friends please meet at the Crematorium. No flowers by request, donations are welcome to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice and The British Heart Foundation. Donations & Enquiries c/o: C McGough & Sons, 79 Roundwell Street, Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 5AW, 01782 834300.

Madge WALKER

Former Licensee Travellers Rest, Milton. Passed away peacefully on December 24th 2024 at Park Hall Care Home, Bentilee, with Sue, Karen and Paul by her side. Madge aged 91 years (formerly of Berryhill). Devoted wife of the late Gordon, precious and much loved mum of Sue and Karen, loving mother-in-law of Malcolm and Paul, much loved nan of Steven, Robert, Dan, Marc and the late Philip, treasured great-nan of Kiah, Owen, Bodhi and Millie and a very dear aunty. Madge will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

Funeral service to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Tuesday January 14th at 3.00pm. Family flowers only please, donations preferred for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Donations & enquiries to:- Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

James ‘Eddie’ Edward WALLACE

Peacefully passed away on December 18th 2024 at Royal Stoke University Hospital, with his loving wife and family by his side, Eddie aged 65 years of Meir. Loving husband of Emma, much loved dad of Meg, Tom, Amy, Josh and Hannah also a treasured grandad. Eddie will be sadly missed by all his loving family and dear friends.

A private Funeral will take place. Enquiries to: Forrester Brothers Funeral Service, 56 Trentham Road, Longton, Stoke on Trent ST3 4DJ. Tel: 01782 313874.

Dorothy WRIGHT

At rest on Monday 16th December 2024 whilst in the care of The Royal Stoke University Hospital and surrounded by her loving family, Dorothy Wright aged 92 years. Dorothy was the much loved wife of the late Kenneth Wright. A cherished Mum to Julie, Vanessa, Alison and the late Andrew and a mother in law to Paul and Max. Dorothy was also a devoted nan to Ian, the late Adam, Mark, Adrian, Jasmine, Alanna, Rhiannon, and a proud great nan to Logan, Theo, Frankie, Luke, Willow and Ethan. Dorothy will be sadly missed but never forgotten by all her loving family and friends.

Funeral service will take place on Wednesday 15th January at 10.30am at Carmountside Crematorium. Family flowers only by request please, or any kind donations in memory of Dorothy to Alzheimer’s Research UK and Dementia UK. All donations and enquiries to: H Dale Funeral Service, 176 Anchor Road, Sandford Hill, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 5EF. Tel: 01782 313866.

Hazel BLOOR

It is with great sadness that on Friday December 27th 2024, Hazel aged 80 years of Talke Pits, suddenly passed away in the arms of her loving family. Beloved wife of the late Vernon John, treasured mum of Darren, Dionne, Steve and Kay and a cherished nan and great nan.

Funeral Cortege will leave her own residence on Wednesday January 22nd 2025 for Service and Cremation at Bradwell Crematorium at 11.20am. Will relatives and friends please meet at the Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations preferred in memory of Hazel for Marie Curie c/o The Funeral Director. Donations & inquiries to:- Gail Spender C. EDWARDS & SON (FUNERAL SERVICES) 155 High Street, Talke Pits, Stoke-on-Trent. ST7 1QQ. Tel No: 01782 782842y.

Image Credits and Reference: https://www.stokesentinel.co.uk/news/stoke-on-trent-news/39-death-notices-stoke-trent-9846244