41 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.

Margaret Lily BARNETT

It’s with heavy hearts that the family announce on Wednesday 1st January 2025, Margaret aged 81 years of Weston Coyney sadly passed away whilst at the RSUH. Much loved wife to John, devoted mum to Diane and Gary, cherished sister to Kath, Keith, Glynis and Carole, treasured mama to Gav and Sam great mama to Ezra and Jonah. Margaret will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all her family and friends.

Funeral Service and Cremation to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Thursday 6th February 2025 at 11am. 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 Margaret to the Red Cross and Cancer Research UK. Enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare, Sandon Road, Meir, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 7DJ. Tel. 01782 315238 / 711244

Sandra BROMLEY

Peacefully at rest on Friday 3rd January, 2025 at Trentham House Care Home, Trentham. Sandra aged 78 years of Meir. The dearly beloved wife of the late Ken, much loved and loving mum of Gary and Jason. A devoted nana of Alfie, Grace, Olivia and Ava. Sandra will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by all her loving family, friends and kind neighbours.

The funeral cortege will leave her home in Meir on Wednesday 22nd January, 2025 at 12.00 noon for service at Carmountside Crematorium Chapel at 12.30pm followed by interment at Longton’s Garden of Remembrance Private Cemetery. Would anyone wishing to attend kindly meet at Carmountside Chapel. Floral tributes welcome, or if preferred donations in memory of Sandra would be much appreciated for The Midlands Air Ambulance Charity. Donations may be made via the online link or c/o The Funeral Director. DONATIONS & ENQUIRIES TO : NICOLA DAVIES : HARRY DAWSON FUNERAL SERVICES : The Funeral Home, 105, Upper Normacot Road, Normacot, Longton, Stoke on Trent. ST3 4QG. Tel : 01782 313428.

Alan Arthur CARTDLIDGE

Fell asleep on Tuesday 24th December 2024, aged 82 years. The loving son of the late Arthur and Ada Cartlidge formerly of Downfield Place, Milton. Alan will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

A celebration of Alan’s life will take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Wednesday 5th February at 12 noon. The hearse will arrive at Mendip Green at 11.40am for those wishing to pay their respects. Everyone is invited to assemble at the crematorium. Flowers are welcome or if preferred a donation to a charity of your choice. Enquiries to: Geoff Tudor TUDOR-DAVIES Independent Family Funeral Services, The Beeches, 142 Waterloo Road, Burslem. Tel. 01782 811411.

Doris ELKS

At rest on Monday 6th January 2025 at home. Doris, aged 95 years of Silverdale. Devoted and beloved wife of the late Joe. Dearly loved Mum of John and Michael. Treasured Grandma of Stephen, Louise and Anna Mae. Precious Great Grandma to Hollie, Ella, Molly and Darcy. Sister of Brenda and the late Douglas and Nora. Doris will always be loved and sadly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral Service to take place at St Luke the Evangelist Church, Silverdale on Tuesday 4th February 2025 at 11.30am followed by cremation at Bradwell Crematorium. Would friends wishing to attend please meet at the church. Flowers are welcome or donations if preferred would be gratefully accepted for St Luke the Evangelist Church. A donation box will be available at the church. Enquiries to: Haydn Heath TUDOR-DAVIES Independent Family Funeral Services, The Beeches, 142 Waterloo Road, Burslem. Tel. 01782 811411 www.tudor-davies.co.uk

Ivan ‘Gary’ FORD

After a long illness on 2nd January 2025 at The Royal Stoke University Hospital, Gary aged 64 years of May Bank. Treasured Brother to Deborah & David. Gary will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all of his loving family & friends.

Funeral service to be held at Bradwell Crematorium on Wednesday 22nd January 2025 at 14:40. Family flowers only please. Donations gratefully received to The Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Hopkinson House, 15 Chetwynd Street, Wolstanton, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, ST5 0EQ. 01782 715152 info@hwlfunerals.co.uk www.hwlfunerals.co.uk

Kathleen ‘Kath’ HOWLE (nee Berrisford)

Kathleen ‘Kath’ HOWLE

Former owner of Newtown Country Club, nr. Longnor 1978-1986. Passed away peacefully on January 6th 2025, at the RSUH with her husband by her side. Kath, aged 86 years of Dilhorne. The dearly loved and devoted wife of Tom and a loving aunty and great-aunty to all her nieces and nephews. Kath will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all her family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Monday January 27th at 10.15am. Will relatives and friends kindly meet at Carmountside. Floral tributes welcome or if preferred donations for SSAFA. All floral tributes, donations and enquiries to: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

Neil JOHNSON

Family and friends mourn the passing of Neil Johnson, an amazing caring Father, Gramps, Cousin, Brother in Law and friend to many. Our Father now joins his beloved wife, Patricia Mary Johnson and continues to support the Potters from afar!

Donations if desired to Sue Ryder may be made via www.neil-evans-johnson.muchloved.com. All enquiries to Chadwicks Funeral Service 01491 825222.

John Thomas MARSON

After a long illness bravely borne, John (Retired Market Trader at Newcastle) passed away peacefully on Saturday 4th January 2025, in the care of Ernvale Care Centre, Cheddleton. Formerly of Weston Coyney. Devoted Husband to the late Christine. Special Dad to Chris and Angela. Dearest Poppa to Cameron and Olivia and Great Grandpoppa to Izabella and Maya. Father in law to Paula and Andrew, respected by Kerran and Korey – a dear Uncle.

The funeral service will take place at St Peter’s Church, Caverswall on Wednesday 29th January 2025 at 11:00am, followed by interment at Caverswall Cemetery. Friends and family wishing to attend are requested to meet at the Church. Donations welcome to Parkinson’s UK in memory of John. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Nile Street, Burslem. ST6 2BH Tel: 01782 838724

Tony MILLWARD

Sadly passed away on Thursday 9th January 2025 at the RSUH. Tony aged 86 years, formerly of Birches Head, much loved grandad to Alexe and Terri, treasured great grandad to Jake, Millie, Laila, Caiden, Kacie, Harper and a loved brother to Elaine and Cathrine. Tony will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by his family and friends.

Service and cremation to take place on Tuesday 4th February at Carmountside Crematorium at 10.45am. Will relatives and friends please accept this intimation and kindly meet at the Crematorium. Flowers welcome or donations if desired in memory of Tony to Alzheimers Research. All enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare, 1 Park Avenue, Wolstanton, N-U-Lyme, Staffs, ST5 8AX. Tel:-01782 711244.

John RILEY

At rest on 29th December 2024 at The R.S.U.H. with his loved ones by his side. John aged 85 years of Cheddleton. The dearly beloved husband and soulmate to Margaret, father to Martin and Natalie, grandfather to Paige and a father figure and grandfather figure to many.

Funeral Thursday January 30th, Service and Cremation at Carmountside Crematorium at 1pm. Will friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium. No flowers please by request, donations may be sent if desired to The Douglas Macmillan Hospice, Blurton and Prostate Cancer UK. Enquiries to: S. Sigley & Sons, Funeral Directors, Leek. Tel. 01538 382048.

Marie Josephine STEELE

Peacefully at rest on Thursday 2nd January 2025, in the presence of her family, at Newford Nursing Home. Marie aged 93 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Kenneth Steele. Much loved mum of Michael and Debbie, dear mother-in-law of Jill and much respected by Ric. Treasured nana to Rebecca, Richard, Christopher, Jonathan & Emily and a loving great nana. Marie will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all her family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at St. Filumenas R.C. Church, Caverswall on Tuesday 28th January 2025 at 11:00am, followed by cremation at Carmountside Crematorium at 12:15pm. Will relatives please accept this intimation and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Church. Family flowers only please. Donations preferred, in memory of Marie, to The Salvation Army. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Nile Street, Burslem. ST6 2BH Tel: 01782 838724

Irene ‘I’ SUMMERFIELD

Peacefully at rest on Tuesday 31st December 2024, surrounded by her loving and devoted family, ‘I’ aged 87 years of Bradwell, now reunited with her beloved husband Bill. Loving mum to Ian and mother-in-law to Jane and also a cherished nan to Lauren and Ashley. ‘I’ will be sadly missed by all her loving family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday 28th January 2025 at 1.20pm. No flowers by request please, donations preferred in memory of ‘I’ to the Cheethams’ Children’s Ward at the Royal Stoke University Hospital with any cheques payable to, ‘The UHNM Charity’. All donations and enquiries to: H Dale Funeral Service, 176 Anchor Road, Sandford Hill, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 5EF. Tel: 01782 313866.

Ann WALCHESTER (nee Upton)

At rest on 2nd January 2025 at home surrounded by her loving family, Ann, aged 71 years of Kidsgrove. The very much loved mum of Diane, Alan, Joe and Dan, devoted nan of Connor, Lewis, Leoni, Brooke and Libby, loving great-nan of Rylee and Remi, a dearly loved sister of Michael, a loved mother-in-law of Paddy and Jess and a dear sister-in-law and auntie. Ann will be very fondly remembered and sadly missed by her family and friends.

Funeral service at Whitehill Methodist Church on Monday 27th January at 1pm. Followed by cremation at Bradwell Crematorium. Will relatives and friends kindly meet at the church. No flowers by request please, donations would be appreciated for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Donations & enquiries to: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

Kerry Ann WILSON

Comedian, impressionist, singer and all-round entertainer. It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the sudden, unexpected and untimely passing of our beautiful Kerry Wilson aged 56 years of Trentham, on Friday 3rd January 2025 with her loving family and partner by her side. Kerry was the precious daughter of Linda and Russ, cherished partner of Gina, a loving sister to Kate, Rachel and the late Adam. She was a treasured aunty who was devoted to and adored by her nieces and nephews and a good loyal friend to many. Kerry will be deeply missed but always fondly remembered by all her family, her numerous friends and everyone who knew her. She touched the lives of so many people in so many ways.

We will be having a celebration of Kerry’s wonderful life at The Old Chapel, Etruria Road ST1 5PE on Wednesday 5th February 2025 at 1.00pm followed by a private family cremation. All who loved Kerry are welcome to come along as we celebrate her amazing life. No sombre dress please. Messages of condolence may be left on the funeral directors’ website www.kevinlowndsfuneralservices.com Family flowers only please. Any donations given in memory of Kerry will go to Stoke-on-Trent Churches Community Night Shelter. All inquiries to: Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services, Newcastle ST5 1DL, Madeley CW3 9EA. Tel: 01782 914777, 01782 291500

Margaret Florence WILTON

Peacefully on December 23rd 2024 at the Royal Stoke, Margaret Florence aged 92 years. Beloved daughter of the late Eleanor and Ernest WILTON, treasured sister of Rosemary and the late Graham. Beloved friend of Russell. A loving Aunt of Helen, Stella, Yvonne and Geoff. A proud Great Aunt and Great, Great Aunt.

At Margaret’s special request, her funeral will be private, with immediate family only. Simpson & Wilde. Enquiries to: Mr Ben Simpson, Simpson & Wilde Independent Funeral Directors,, 317 Hartshill Road, ST4 7NR. 01782 616034 info@simpsonwilde.co.uk

Norman Graham WOOD

Peacefully passed away on Sunday January 5th 2025 at the RSUH, Norman aged 82 years of Red Street. The dearly loved husband of Yvonne, much loved dad of Emma and Chris and father-in-law of Gareth and Sarah, treasured grandad of Connor, Ella, George and Daisy, very dear brother of David and brother-in-law of Julie and a dear uncle.

Funeral Service and Cremation is to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Thursday January 30th 2025 at 12 noon. Will relatives and friends please meet at the Crematorium. No flowers by request, donations preferred in memory of Norman for Dementia UK c/o The Family. Donations & inquiries to:- Gail Spender C. EDWARDS & SON (FUNERAL SERVICES) 155 High Street, Talke Pits, Stoke-on-Trent. ST7 1QQ. Tel No: 01782 782842.

Geoff BOWKER

Peacefully on 23rd December 2024, with his loving family by his side, Geoff aged 86 years, of Werrington. The dearly beloved husband of the late Janet, much loved and devoted Dad of Lorraine and Maxine, loved Father-in-law of Darren, treasured Gramps of Jack, Elle, Charlie, Ethan, Archie and Harry, cherished Great Gramps of Riley and Harley, a loved Brother, Brother-in-law, Uncle and friend.

Funeral service and cremation at Carmountside Crematorium on Wednesday 29th January at 2.30pm. Will relatives please accept this intimation, friends kindly meet at Carmountside. Flowers welcome. Floral tributes & enquiries to:- Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

Pam BRENNAN (nee Moore)

Of your charity please pray for the repose of the soul of Elizabeth Pamela who died peacefully whilst in the loving care of her family at home in Longton on the 31st December 2024, aged 97 years. The dearly beloved Wife of the late Andy. Devoted Mum to Michael, Edel, Louise, Declan and the late Miriam. A dearest Mother-in-Law to Shelia, Lynne and the late Joe. A loving and much loved Nana to Mark, Sadie, Georgina and Great Nana to William and Eve. A dear 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 St Gregory’s RC Church, Longton on Monday 27th January 2025 at 6.00pm. Requiem Mass on Tuesday 28th January 2025 at 11.00am, followed by interment at Longton Cemetery. Would all relatives and friends please meet at the Church and disperse at the graveside. Donations are welcome to Approach Dementia Support. Donations & Enquiries c/o:- C McGough & Sons, 79 Roundwell Street, Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 5AW 01782 834300.

Colin Herbert James DEAKIN

Aged 79 Years Unexpectedly at rest following a short illness at the Royal Stoke University Hospital on Tuesday 7th January 2025. Dearly beloved Husband of Mavis and devoted Dad of Alison. A treasured Grandad of Eden, much loved Brother of Joan, John and Karlene and a dear friend to many. Colin will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by his family and friends.

Funeral service to be held at Carmountside Crematorium on Monday 3rd February at 3pm. Family flowers only please by request. Donations if desired will be gratefully received to benefit Hibbs Lupus UK In Memory of Colin. Donations & Enquiries: JOSEPH LYMER & SON Independent Funeral Director, Trent Bridge, Bucknall. Tel: 01782 202270.

David FORRESTER

Peacefully at rest on Saturday 21st December 2024, David aged 81 years of Clayton, formerly of Biddulph. Much loved and devoted husband of Flo, cherished and loved dad of Nina and Tony, loving grandfather of Dan, Gabriel and great grandfather of Mia, beloved father-in-law of Mike. David will be deeply and sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and many friends.

Funeral service and cremation at Carmountside Crematorium on Saturday 25th January 2025 at 10am. Would all those wishing to attend please meet at the crematorium. No flowers please by request, donations preferred in memory of David for the British Heart Foundation c/o the Funeral Directors. A collection plate will be provided at the Crematorium. All Donations and enquiries to Mr John Rowland, Rowland & Foulkes Family Funeral Services, 2a St Michael’s Road, Cross Heath, Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 9LW. Tel: 01782 901080. www.rowlandandfoulkesfuneralservices.co.uk

Patrick ‘Brian’ GREER

Aged 94 of Penkhull, peacefully at rest following a long illness fought with great courage and dignity on Friday 27th December 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Devoted husband to Elaine, treasured Dad of David, Jayne and Claire, dear father in law, a cherished Grandad, a dear Great Grandad and a special friend to many. Brian will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by all his family and friends.

Funeral service to be held at Bradwell Crematorium on Wednesday 29th January 2025 at 1.20pm. Anyone wishing to attend kindly meet at Bradwell Crematorium. No flowers by request, donations in memory of Brian would be appreciated for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. All inquiries to: Harold H. Leese (A.Boulton & Sons), St Peters Close, Stoke, ST4 1LP. Tel: 01782744433.

Irene HEWITT

Suddenly on 30th December 2024, at the RSUH, surrounded by her loving family, Irene aged 78 years, of Bentilee. The dearly beloved wife of the late Peter, much loved Mum of Ian and Wendy, loved Mother-in-law of Maxine and Jase, treasured Nan of Roxanne, Nicolle, Courtney, Darcy and Corey, cherished Great Nan of Bailey, Kian, Brogan, Rayden, Kady and Kiki, a dear Aunt and friend.

Funeral service and cremation at Carmountside Crematorium on Thursday 23rd January at 12 noon. Will relatives please accept this intimation, friends kindly meet at Carmountside. Flowers welcome. Floral tributes & enquiries to:- Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

Dennis Charles LARGE

Died peacefully in hospital after a short illness on 4th January 2025 surrounded by his close and loving family, aged 88 years. He will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. In his 62-year marriage with his beloved wife Kathleen, they had two children Geraldine and Susan; four grandchildren Samantha, Adam, Kimberley and James, and one great grandson Thomas, with all of whom he loved to spend time. Dennis was born in Birkenhead, attending Overchurch and Bidston Avenue primary schools and Park High School, where he was in the school rugby and swimming teams. After school he did tennis, swimming, bowls and golf. His National Service in 1959 was in the RAF, from where he was discharged on medical grounds. He started work as an apprentice draftsman with English Electric in Liverpool, working his way up to Fusegear Sales. As he had set his sights on the design office he studied electrical engineering at at Birkenhead Technical College (night school), followed by Liverpool Byron Street Technical College (day release), following which he worked as Contracts Engineer there, then transferring to a similar role in English Electric Computers in Kidsgrove, Staffordshire. This later became ICL (International Computers Limited), where he was Computer Environmental Engineer, Environmental Consultant and Environmental Technical Support Manager, travelling the world to build and support computer rooms when these were the size of football pitches and needed complete air conditioning. He retired in 1996. His hobbies included photography (still/cine/video), ballroom dancing, home computing and choral singing as a tenor with Crewe Male Voice choir. Dennis was also a keen member of the Catenian Association, an international social organisation for Catholic men, for 33 years, where he held office as Registrar (1992-3), Secretary (1993-9), President (2001-2), Provincial Councillor (2002-6) and Provincial President (2006-7).

His funeral will be at St. Gabriel’s Church, Alsager, ST7 2DE, at 11:30am on 5th February. Donations are invited for CAFOD; flowers from close family only.

Paula WAINWRIGHT

At rest on 29th December 2024 at the RSUH, Paula, aged 67 years, of Sneyd Green. The devoted wife of Lyndon, most precious Mum of Gemma, Darren and the late Gary, loved Mother-in-law of Alex and Kara, treasured Nana of Georgia and Grace, loving Daughter-in-law of Brenda, a loved Sister, Sister-in-law, Aunt and friend to many.

Funeral service at Carmountside Crematorium Chapel on Tuesday 28th January at 1.30pm, followed by Interment in the Lawn Cemetery. Will relatives please accept this intimation, friends kindly meet at Carmountside. Family flowers only please, donations preferred for MIND. Donations & enquiries to:- Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

Joan BREWER

At peace on 13th December 2024 at the Queens Hospital, Burton, Joan, aged 79 years of Uttoxeter, the devoted wife of Brian, devoted mother of Alan, dearest mother in law of Pauline and a loved sister, sister in law and aunty.

Funeral Mass on Monday 20th January 2025 at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, Uttoxeter at 11:00am followed by interment at Uttoxeter Cemetery. Will those wishing to attend please meet at the church and disperse afterwards. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Cancer Research UK. Donations and enquiries to: J.P Keates and Son, Bank House, 37 Bank Street, Cheadle, Staffordshire, ST10 1NR. Tel: (01538) 752164 www.jpkeatesandson.co.uk

Arthur BROMLEY

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 24th December 2024 in the care of the staff at Alison House Care Home. Arthur aged 79 years will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by his family and friends.

Service and cremation to take place on Friday 31st January at Bradwell Crematorium at 10.40am. Will relatives and friends please accept this intimation, friends kindly meet at the Crematorium. Flowers welcome or donations if preferred to Dementia UK. All enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare, 1 Park Avenue, Wolstanton, N-U-Lyme, Staffs, ST5 8AX. Tel: 01782 711244.

Elaine FERNYHOUGH

Peacefully on 19th December 2024, at the RSUH, Elaine, aged 88 years of Werrington. The dearly loved wife of the late John, much loved mum of Simon and daughter-in-law Gwyneth, loving nana of Lewis and Laura, treasured great-nana of Demi and Lola and a devoted sister and aunt. Elaine will be very fondly remembered and sadly missed by her family and friends.

Funeral service and cremation at Carmountside Crematorium on Friday 24th January at 12.00 noon. Will relatives and friends kindly meet at Carmountside. Family flowers only please, donations would be appreciated for the Alzheimer’s Society. Donations and enquiries to: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

Lyndsey MARCHANT

Founder and Director of Phoenix Occupational Health Limited. Peacefully passed away on 2nd January 2025 at the Douglas Macmillan Hospice, surrounded by her loving family, Lyndsey aged 45 years. Devoted wife of David, loving mum of Logan, Seren and Freya, cherished daughter of Nigel and Carole and the amazing sister/sister in law to Kim, Ben & Tina, and a wonderful daughter in law to Karen & Alan along with being a fantastic aunty, niece and friend to many. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

The funeral service is to take place on Thursday 6th February 2025 at Carmountside Crematorium at 12 noon. Family and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Crematorium. A live feed will also be available on request. Lyndsey’s wishes were to celebrate her life and to wear colourful clothing, purple was her favourite colour. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Windmills – Acute Bereavement Support for Children in Staffordshire c/o the family. Enquiries to: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel: 01782 212880.

Colin RICHARDSON

At rest on Friday 27th December 2024, at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Colin, aged 90 years of Bagnall Heights. Beloved husband of the late Pamela, much loved dad of Karl and Jonathan, dear father in law of Jane and Linda and a special grandad of Joel, Elizabeth, Mia and Catherine. Colin will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all who loved and knew him.

Service at Carmountside Crematorium on Monday 27th January 2025 at 12 noon. Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium chapel. Family flowers only please. Any kind donations in lieu of flowers will be forwarded to Dementia U.K. Donations & enquiries to: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

Betty TWIST

Former Ladies Golf Captain at Greenway Hall. Peacefully at rest on Tuesday 31st December 2024 in the loving care of her family and the staff at Hempstalls Hall Care Home, Newcastle, Betty aged 96 years formerly of Baddeley Green, now reunited with her beloved husband Ted, the dearly loved mum of Ian and David also a loving mother in law. Betty will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and friends.

Funeral service and cremation to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Tuesday 21st January 2025 at 2:30pm. Would all 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 Betty to RSUH Trauma Ward 228 & Haywood Hospital, Broadfield Ward. All inquiries to: Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services, Newcastle ST5 1DL & Madeley CW3 9EA Tel: 01782 914777 – 01782 291500.

Gordon VERNON

Sadly passed away on 21st December 2024. Gordon aged 90 years of Tunstall. Beloved Husband of the late Margaret, loving Father of Julie and Marie, Father-in-law to Russell and David, treasured Grandad to Jordan, Luke, Nic and Curtis also a much loved Great Grandad. Gordon will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Christ Church, Tunstall on Monday 20th January 2025 at 1.15pm followed by interment at Tunstall Cemetery. Friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Floral tributes are welcome in memory of Gordon. John Johnson Funeralcare, 22 Madeley Street, Tunstall, Stoke on Trent, ST6 5AT. Tele: 01782 837832.

John Robert BERRISFORD

At rest on 22nd November 2024, aged 66 years of Talke.

Funeral service & Cremation to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Friday 17th January 2025 at 9.20am. Would anyone wishing to attend please meet at the crematorium. Flowers are welcome. Enquiries to: Haydn Heath TUDOR-DAVIES Independent Family Funeral Services, 1 King Street, Cross Heath Newcastle-under-Lyme Tel. 01782 922810 www.tudor-davies.co.uk

Rosemary Jean CHATBURN

Passed away peacefully on 17th December 2024, aged 97 years, formerly of Whitmore. Beloved wife of the late John (Jack), a dear mother, mother in law, grandmother & great grandmother.

Funeral Service 12 noon on Wednesday January 22nd, 2025 at St. Mary’s & All Saints Church, Whitmore followed by cremation at Bradwell. Family flowers only, but donations if so desired for St. Mary’s & All Saints Church, Whitmore, for which purpose, a collection plate will be provided in Church. All enquiries please to J R Williams Funeral Director Towers Lawn, Cheshire Street Market Drayton. 01630 654490.

Edward ‘Jim’ James COVENTRY

Suddenly passed away on Sunday December 15th 2024 at home, Jim aged 85 years of Talke. The beloved husband of Susan, much loved dad of son Andrew and daughter-in-law Penny, treasured grandad of grandson’s Connor and Harrison and precious ‘Dad’ to ‘Oscar’ his much loved Jack Russell.

Funeral Cortège will leave his own residence on Wednesday January 15th 2025 for Service and Cremation at Bradwell Crematorium at 2.40pm. Will relatives and friends please meet at the Crematorium. Family flowers only donations preferred in memory of Jim for Gingerbread and Operation Smile c/o The Family. Donations & inquiries to:- Gail Spender C. EDWARDS & SON (FUNERAL SERVICES) 155 High Street, Talke Pits, Stoke-on-Trent. ST7 1QQ. Tel No: 01782 782842.

Jennifer Lynne JONES

Passed away peacefully at Dove House Residential Home, Ashbourne on 28 December 2024, aged 74 Years. Beloved wife of Alan, much loved mother of Helen, Nick, Emma and Alex, a loving nana to Emily, Sophia, Alice, Isabelle, Jessie and Dylan and a dear friend to many. Jennifer will be so greatly missed by all who knew her.

Her funeral service and celebration of her life will be held at St Edward’s Church, Cheddleton on Thursday 16th January at 1.30pm, followed by a family burial in St Edward’s Park Lawn Cemetery. All are welcome for refreshments at Leek Rugby Club, Chestnut Walk, Cheddleton after the service. Family flowers only please. Any donations for Parkinson’s UK will be gratefully received, either at the service or made online via https://jennifer-lynne-jones.muchloved.com Informal dress please, bright colours welcome. Enquiries to Wathall’s Funeral Directors Telephone:01335 300205.

Alan William SLACK

At rest on 23rd October 2024, aged 60 years of Porthill.

Funeral service & Cremation to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Thursday 16th January 2025 at 9.20am. Would anyone wishing to attend please meet at the crematorium. Flowers are welcome. Enquiries to: Haydn Heath TUDOR-DAVIES Independent Family Funeral Services, 1 King Street, Cross Heath Newcastle-under-Lyme Tel. 01782 922810 www.tudor-davies.co.uk

Betty Emily HORTON

It is with great sadness that the family announce that Betty passed away at RSUH. Aged 93 years from Werrington. Dearly loved wife of the late Graham, much loved mum of Gale, Russell and Howard and loved mother in law of Tina. Betty will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all of her loving family and friends.

Funeral Service at Carmountside Crematorium on Monday 20th January 2025 at 3:30pm. Would relatives and friends wishing to attend, kindly meet at the Crematorium. Flowers welcome. Co-op Funeralcare All enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare 1 Park Avenue Wolstanton ST5 8AX 01782 711244.

Bill NORMAN

At rest on 3rd January 2025 after a long illness, surrounded by his loving family, Bill aged 84 years of Alsager. The dearly loved husband of Mo, loving dad of Amanda and Gary, dear father in law of Martin and Sharon, treasured GPA of Greta, Eva and Shay. Bill will be greatly missed by all his family and many friends.

Service and cremation at The Birches Crematorium, Lach Dennis, CW9 7SU on Monday 20th January at 3pm. Will all friends please meet at the crematorium. No flowers by request but if desired a donation may be made to M.C.H.C. (Leighton Hospital; P.I.U. & Haematology Dept.). All inquiries and any donations to Joseph Edwards & Sons 144/146 Crewe Road, Alsager, Cheshire, ST7 2JA 01270 882097 If you would like to donate online you can do so at www.josephedwards.co.uk/online-donation

Betty Edith SKINNER

Beloved Wife of the late Geoff, devoted Mum to the late Stephen, Judith and also Mum to Michaela, as well as Mother in law to Keith. Cherished Nanna to Nikita, Stacey, Katie, Keiran, Joshua, Ruby and Anthony. Betty will be deeply missed by all her family and friends.

The funeral service will take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Tuesday, 21st January at 10:30am. Flowers are welcome, or donations, if preferred to Dementia UK. Enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare, Sandon Road, Meir, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 7DJ. Tel. 01782 315238 / 711244.

Maureen ASHMAN

At peace on 26th December 2024 at home, Maureen aged 83 years of Bradeley. Now reunited with beloved husband the late Keith. Maureen the caring mum of Adrian, Darren, Timothy and Wendy, dear mother-in-law, cherished nan and a loving sister, sister-in-law and aunty. She will be fondly remembered by all her family and friends.

A service of celebration will take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Tuesday 21st January at 1pm. Will relatives and friends kindly meet at Carmountside. At Maureen’s own request mourning clothes not required, bright clothes preferred. No floral tributes please by request, donations preferred for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Donations and enquiries to: Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

Betty CALVERT

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Betty on Monday 30th December 2024 at Golden Park Nursing Home. Betty will be dearly missed by her family, friends and all who knew her.

Betty’s funeral service will be held on Friday 31st January 2025 at Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Fenton at 11:30am. Would all those wishing to attend kindly meet at the Church. Donations in Betty’s memory will be gratefully received and forwarded to Cancer Research UK. All enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare 1 Park Avenue Wolstanton Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 8AX 01782 711244.

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