The 15 death notices made in Cheshire this week

These are the loved-ones remembered in the funeral notices in the Chester and Crewe Chronicles this week. To see the full list of family announcements, visit this section of the Cheshire Live website where you can search by name, date and location.

You can also post your own announcements and notices there. You can also see the latest listings from your area on the InYourArea section.

Michael BELLFIELD (Mike)

Peacefully passed away at St Kentigern Hospice on 19th March 2024, aged 58 years. Dearly loved dad to Glyn and Owen. Cherished son to Tom and Glenys. Beloved Brother to Jackie and Carrie, adored by their families. Partner to Karen. Mike will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Service to be held on Wednesday 17th April 2024 at Chester Crematorium at 2:40 p.m. Family flowers only please, however a donation in aid of St Kentigern's Hospice, Llanfairfechan Football Club or Mencap Cymru would be gratefully received. The Anderson Family have been entrusted with the arrangements. All enquiries to Anderson Family Run Funeral Directors, 11 Chester Road, Whitby Village, Ellesmere Port. Telephone: (0151) 357 2671

Lorraine BLEAZARD

On Saturday April 6th, 2024, peacefully at home Lorraine aged 79 years of Leech Road, Malpas. Beloved wife of the late Trevor and a much-loved mum, nan, and great nan. Funeral service at Blacon Crematorium, Chester on Monday April 22nd at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for the British Heart Foundation. Enquiries to Rolfe's The Family Funeral Service Whitchurch. Telephone (01948) 662209

John GREATOREX

Peacefully passed away at home with his loving family by his side, John, of Wistaston, aged 80 years. The much loved husband of Irene, wonderful dad of Lynda and Louise. The proud grandad of Amy, Eric, Sean, Ruth, and the late Jonathan. A devoted great grandad of Oliver, Matthew, George and an amazing older brother to David and the late Christopher. Funeral Service and Cremation at Crewe Crematorium on Monday 22nd April 2024 at 2.45pm. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations will be given to Age UK.
Any enquiries to Graham Tresidder & Son (Crewe & Nantwich Funeral Services) Tel: 01270 812512

Ellen BORTHWICK

Wife of the late Chief Superintendent Bill (William) Borthwick Cheshire Constabulary. Ellen who will be so greatly missed by her loving daughter Nicola passed away at Tara's Retreat Care Home in St Albans on Wednesday 20th March at the age of 92. RIP My Wonderful Mum. Ellen's funeral is to take place Monday 22nd April 12 noon at St Werburghs Roman Catholic Church followed by committal at Chester Crematorium Chapel. Family flowers only and kind donations in Ellen's memory to the Alzheimer's Society West Cheshire Branch and the Hospice of the Good Shepherd Chester. All Enquiries to Dutton & Hallmark Tel 01244 310966

Paul John MCCUE

Passed away on the 27th March 2024 aged 73 years. Much loved Husband to Kathleen, Dear Brother to Miriam and Peter, Caring Uncle to Louise, Bruce, Chris, Rosie, Catriona and Mike. Funeral service to take place on Tuesday 16th April at Chester Crematorium at 14:00 pm. Family have requested for bright colours to be worn. Donations are greatly appreciated for The Stroke Association. All enquiries to W. Williams & Son 0151 3392129.

Leslie Roy (Roy) JONES

Peacefully passed away at Leighton Hospital, aged 76 years. Roy, of Shavington, the beloved husband of Hilary, dearly loved dad of Harlund, Billy and Kevin, loving grandad of Rhiannon. Funeral Service and Cremation at Crewe Crematorium on Thursday 25th April 2024 at 12.15pm. Family flowers only and donations to Leighton Hospital Ward 7. Any enquiries to Graham Tresidder & Son (Crewe & Nantwich Funeral Services) Tel: 01270 812512

Winifred (Betty) HARRIS

Peacefully at Leighton Hospital Betty passed away on the 30th March aged 93 years. The beloved wife of John and much loved mum to Roy and his wife Rachel. Betty will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by all her family and friends. For further information please contact: Joseph O'Connell Funeral Services 28-30 Mill Street, Crewe, CW2 7AN t: 01270 584447 e:enquiries@jofs.co.uk www.josephoconnell.co.uk

John William MACHIN

John passed away peacefully at Leighton Hospital on 28th March 2024, aged 90 years. John was the beloved husband to the late Margaret, much loved dad to Dawn and Paul, Kim, and Mark, treasured grandad to Nickie, Lee, Alan and Gabe, great grandad to Holly, Ethan and Malika, and much loved by Heather and Perri, and Titch his cat. The funeral service and celebration of John's life will be held at Crewe Crematorium Chapel on Tuesday 16th April at 11.30am. Family flowers only. Kind donations in John's memory will be given to RSPCA Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre. All enquiries to Oxley's Funeral Services (01270) 214009.

John Albert Bevis STRETCH

Passed away at home in Audlem, aged 87 years. John, the beloved dad of Alan, Debbie, Simon and Jonathan, much loved brother of Geoff, Malcolm and the late Amanda and Brian, loving grandad of Sharon and Mikey, great grandad of Shannon and Paiton, great great grandad to Hudson. Funeral Service at St. James' Church, Audlem on Thursday 2nd May 2024 at 1.30pm, followed by burial at Audlem Cemetery. Family flowers only and donations to the Northwest Air Ambulance Charity and the Fire Fighters Charity. Any enquiries to Graham Tresidder & Son (Crewe & Nantwich Funeral Services) Tel: 01270 812512

Irene BANNISTER

Passed away at Leighton Hospital, aged 82 years. Irene, of Nantwich. Beloved wife of the late Roger, dearly loved mum of Ruth and Nova, a much loved grandmother, great grandmother and friend to many. Funeral Service at St. Mary's Church, Nantwich on Monday 22nd April 2024 at 11.00am. Family flowers only and donations to The British Heart Foundation. Any enquiries to Graham Tresidder & Son (Crewe & Nantwich Funeral Services) Tel: 01270 812512.

Christine HITCHEN (nee Davis)

Passed away peacefully in Hollymere House, aged 87 years. Christine, dedicated and loved mother of David, Michael and Gillian, dearly loved grandma of Jamie, Ella, Liv, Alex, Matt, Sam, Chris and Vic, much loved great grandma of Saffy, Ava, Bella and Monty, also loving sister to Pauline, Janice, Marie, Margaret and Jean, formerly of Shavington. Funeral service at Shavington Methodist Church, Tuesday 23rd. April 2024, at 1-45pm. Family flowers only, donations to St Luke's Hospice (Cheshire) Winsford. Any enquiries to Graham Tresidder & Son (Crewe & Nantwich Funeral Services) Tel: 01270 812512.

Beryl JONES

Passed away peacefully at home, aged 95 years. Beryl, the loving and devoted wife of the late Bill and a much-loved mum to the late Peter. Beryl will be sadly missed. Service and cremation at Crewe Crematorium on Wednesday 8th May 2024 at 1.00 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations to The District Nurses. All enquiries to Oxley's Funeral Services. (01270) 214009.

Peter STEVENSON

Peter of Bickerton, peacefully passed away in the care of staff at the Countess Of Chester Hospital, aged 74 years. Beloved Husband of Pam, much loved Dad of Sallyann, Pauline, Emma and Caroline and a proud and loving Grandad and Great Grandad. Sadly missed and remembered always. A Service Of Thanksgiving for Peter's life will take place at Holy Trinity Church, Bickerton on Monday 22nd April at 2.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for The Respiratory Department at The Countess Of Chester. All enquiries to :
A W Burrows & Son, Independent Family Funeral Directors, Swanley, Nantwich, CW5 8QB. Tel; 01270 524243

Mary BLIZZARD

Of Melksham, sadly passed away on the 24th March 2024, aged 68 years. Dearly loved by her son Craig, all her family and friends, but now reunited with her beloved husband Richard. A service to celebrate Mary's life will take place at All Saints Church, Kemble on Monday 15th April 2024 at 12.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Mary to Cancer Research UK can be made online at www.ajbfunerals.co.uk. For all enquiries, please contact Aaron Bewley or Sally Reid of AJB Funerals, 26A Church Street, Melksham, WIltshire. 01225 708736

Tess BURGESS

Peacefully passed away after a long and happy life, aged 94 years. Beloved wife of the late Arthur Burgess, dearly loved mother of John and Heather, adored grandma and great-grandma, Tess will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral service to be held at St Mary's Church, Wistaston on Thursday 18th April, 2024 at 2.00pm followed by a burial in the churchyard. Family flowers only, donations if desired to St Mary's Church, Wistaston. Any enquiries to Graham Tresidder & Son (Crewe & Nantwich Funeral Services) Tel: 01270 812512