18 death notices made in Cheshire this week

-Credit:Reach Publishing Services Limited
-Credit:Reach Publishing Services Limited


These are the loved-ones remembered in the funeral notices 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.

Christina ANGLESEA

On 3rd January 2025, passed away peacefully at the Countess of Chester Hospital, aged 91 years, of Vicars Cross, Chester. Wife of the late Keith. Mother of Paul, Michael and Lorna. Funeral service at Chester Crematorium on Friday, 24th January at 10am. No flowers please, but donations in lieu may be given for Age UK. Enquiries to Caldecott & Sons Funeral Directors Tel: 01978 261764

David JELLICOE

Peacefully passed away on 20th December 2024, at Chapel House Nursing Home, Puddington, aged 88 years. Dearly loved brother-in-law to Margaret Jellicoe. Cherished uncle to Helen Farmer and Great uncle to Joe and Grace Farmer. David will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Service to be held on Tuesday 21st January 2025 at Chester Crematorium at 2:40 p.m. Family flowers only please, however a donation in aid of The Stroke Association 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

Ian JOYCE

Who passed away at home Aged 89 years Will be sadly missed by family and friends. Funeral Service to be held at Holy Trinity Church Runcorn 1.45pm Thursday 23rd January 2025 followed by a committal service at Walton Lea Crematorium Family flowers only please though any donations in lieu of flowers in memory of Ian to be made to c/o the family would be gratefully received and appreciated. All enquiries to Findlows Funeral Directors 62-64 Halton Road Runcorn Tel 01928 564020

Alan William MOTTRAM

3rd January 2025 Passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, aged 76 years. Beloved husband of the late Linda, a dear Brother to Roger and Sarah and a good friend to many. A private family committal will take place followed by a service of thanksgiving to which you would all be most welcome to on Thursday 30th January at St. Helens Church, Tarporley at 12.30pm. Donations if so desired to Cancer Research and Neuro Muscular Centre. For all other enquiries please contact Jacqueline Wilson Independent Funeral Services, Hill View, High Street, Clotton, Tarporley, CW6 0EG Tel; 01829 781572

Robin Christopher POWELL

Passed away aged 81 years at Grosvenor Villas Care Home on 15th December 2024. Brother to David, Ann and the late Valerie, and much loved uncle, great-uncle and brother-in-law. Funeral service to be held on Wednesday 22nd January 2025 at 12.40pm at Blacon Cemetery Chapel. Donations in lieu of flowers to the charity Mind would be gratefully received. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare,
Hoole, Chester 01244 315597

Gwendoline RAVENSCROFT

Peacefully on 31st December 2024, Gwendoline aged 82 years of Congleton. The dearly loved and devoted wife of John. Loving mum of Jo, dear mother in law of Matt and a cherished and treasured nanny of Holly. Cortege is to leave her home on Monday 27th January 2025 at 10.35am for service and cremation at Bradwell Crematorium at 11.20am. Will relatives please accept this the only intimation and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only donations if desired to Crohn's and Colitis UK. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32 West Street, Congleton CW12 1JR. Tel 01260 277622 www.afinneron.co.uk

Sharon WAKEFIELD (NEE FROST)

Sharon Wakefield
Sharon Wakefield

At peace on 1st January 2025 in the wonderful care of the staff at Lawton Manor Care Home, following a long illness bravely borne, Sharon aged 56 years of Rode Heath. Devoted wife of Nigel, cherished mum of Sam and Heather, dear mother-in-law of Rachel, proud nannie of Elsie, precious daughter of Eddie and the late Norma, much loved sister of Mark, treasured sister-in-law of Julia, Glyn and Judith and a loving auntie of Lexi, Lauren and Luke. Sharon will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service will take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday 28th January at 10:40am. Will relatives and friends kindly meet at Bradwell. Flowers and donations if desired for Breast Cancer Research. Donations and enquiries to: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

Marguerite BROWNE

Marguerite passed away on the 9th of January 2025 at Warrendale Cottage Care Home, with her loved ones by her side. She will be dearly missed by all her family and friends. Marguerite was a devoted wife to her late husband Charlie, loving mum to George (deceased), Margaret & Stuart, and an adored grandmother to Paul, Kirsty & Morgan and great-grandmother to James & Megan. Funeral service will take place at 12 noon on Friday the 24th of January at St. Mary's Church, Broughton. Family flowers only, but donations will be gratefully received on behalf of the British Heart Foundation. For all funeral enquiries please contact Sarah at our Broughton office on 01244 530220. John Knowles Funeral Services John Knowles Funeral Services, Chester Road, Broughton.

Allan JONES

Allan Jones
Allan Jones

Peacefully with his family and in the care of the staff at Leighton Hospital, Allan aged 69 years of Crewe and formally of Nantwich. The devoted husband of Janet, loving dad to Vicky, Deborah, Lauren and Ryan, a caring brother to Lynn, a cherished grandad to Thomas, Lola and Daisy and known and loved by so many. Funeral service to take place at Crewe Crematorium on Monday 27th January 2025 at 1:45pm, family flowers only please but donations in Al's memory will be gratefully received for The Christie and Macmillan Cancer Care, These may be given online www.lymerfunerals.co.uk/donations or cheques payable to the charities may be sent to Joseph Lymer & Son, Trent Bridge, Bucknall Road, Stoke on Trent ST1 6AH. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Joseph Lymer and Son 01782 202270

Alfred George Henry LISTER

Alfred George Henry Lister
Alfred George Henry Lister

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alfred George Henry Lister, affectionately known as "Alf" who passed away on the 4th of January aged 87 Years. Alf is reunited with his beloved wife Noreen, Alf was a much-loved father to Derek, Alfie & Debbie, a caring Grandfather to his 9 grandchildren and a loving great grandfather to his 4 great grand children, as well as being a loyal friend to many including his beloved border terrier Nell. Alf will be dearly missed by all those lucky enough to have had him in their lives. Alfs warm presence, humour and love touched the lives of all who knew him, leaving an indelible mark on his family and friends. A true gentleman, Alf was selfless in his care of others. Alf dearly loved his family. His love, good humour and memory will endure in our hearts forever. A service to celebrate Alf's life will be held at Widnes crematorium on Tuesday 4th February at 10:30am. The family kindly request donations in lieu of flowers for the benefit of Dementia UK. Any donations will be gratefully received. A reception to celebrate Alf's life will be held immediately after the funeral at The Tavern, Upton Lane, Widnes, WA8 9AF. Anyone who wishes to attend is most welcome.

Sandra Lilian RENSHAW

Sandra Lilian aged 79 years. Peacefully passed away, at her home in Tytherington on the 24th December 2024. The dearly loved and devoted wife of Frank. Loving mum of Michael and Paul, dear mother-in-law of Abbie. Step mum to Richard and Dominic and a cherished Nana to all her grandchildren. A service of celebration is to take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Friday 24th January 2025 at 12.15pm. Will family and friends please accept this the only intimation and those wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Salford Royal Critical Care Unit. All enquiries and donations to Alan Finneron Funeral Directors, 32 West Street, Congleton CW12 1JR. Tel 01260 277622. www.afinneron.co.uk

Frederick David STANT

It is with much sadness we announce the passing of David in the care of staff at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital aged 81 years. A much loved Husband, Dad, Grandad, Great Grandad and Friend to many. Sadly missed and remembered always. David's funeral will take place at Pentrebychan Crematorium, Wrexham on Friday 31st January 2025 at 12 noon. Family flowers only, donations if desired please for The Hummingbird Centre, Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and Macmillan Cancer Support. All enquiries to: A W Burrows & Son, Independent Family Funeral Directors, Swanley, Nantwich, CW5 8QB. 01270 524243

Doris May ELVY

Passed away peacefully on 30th December 2024, aged 90 years, Mary of Wybunbury, and a former teacher at Ludford Street School, Crewe. The cherished Wife of Bob, dearly loved Mum of Alison and Jim. The treasured Gran of Angela, Astrid, Anna, Alicia and a much loved Great Gran and a good friend to many. Funeral Service and Cremation at Crewe Crematorium on Thursday 30th January 2025 at 1.00pm. Family flowers only please but if desired donations will be given to North west Air Ambulance. Any enquiries to Graham Tresidder & Son (Crewe & Nantwich Funeral Services) Tel: 01270 812512

Byron EVANS

Byron Evans
Byron Evans

Announcing the incredibly sad passing of Byron, aged 71 years. Passed away peacefully on the 3rd December 2024 in the care of staff at Leighton Hospital with his children by his side. Byron, beloved and supportive husband to his late wife Jayne, a much-Loved Dad to Daniel & Siân, Incredible Grandfather (Tad-Cu) to Jenson & Scarlett. Brother to Liz and the late Mary. A wonderful friend and former colleague to many. Byron was well known in the community, he was a past member the Parents association for Mablins Lane Primary and Malbank Secondary School. He was Former Cheshire East & Minshull Vernon Parish Councillor for the Leighton Ward, first elected in 1999, and winning a further 2 elections until 2008. He was re-elected again in 2019 until 2023. In 2024 he was awarded the title of Honorary Alderman for recognition to his services to the local community. Funeral Service at St Peters Church, Minshull Vernon on Friday 24th January at 10:30am where Byron will be laid to rest with Jayne. At the family's request, no flowers but a donation if desired to North Staffs & South Cheshire Kidney Patients Association - www.nssckpa.org - A cause close to Byron as he was an active member of the committee of this charity. For all enquiries, please contact Co-op Funeralcare, Middlewich Street, Crewe, Tel. 01270 584329.

Irene HORTON

Irene Horton
Irene Horton

Sadly passed away on the 23rd December. Irene will be greatly missed being a loving wife of sixty two years to Bill and mum to Karen and David. Caring Gran to Paul, Joanne and Sarah and Great Gran to Aimee, Max, Ethan, Rhys and Isaac. Irene will be sadly missed by all her family, friends and all who knew her. Funeral service will be held at The Eden Chapel Southport Funeral Care Ltd, on Thursday 16th January at 12 noon. And after, a celebration of Irene's life will be held at The Richmond, Scarisbrick New Road. Donations in lieu of flowers are being gratefully received in Irene's memory for Queenscourt Hospice or Macmillan Cancer Support, following the links below or care of Southport Funeral Care, Independent Funeral Directors, 25/27 Shakespeare Street, Southport, PR8 5AB Telephone 01704 547274

Dennis Charles LARGE

Dennis Charles Large
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. 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. 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).

William Eric STEELE

At rest after a short illness on Wednesday January 1st 2025 at Lawton Manor Nursing Home, Eric aged 93 years of Alsager. The dearly loved husband of the late Betty, much loved dad of Robert and Andrew and father-in-law of Joan and Jayne, treasured grandad of Philip, Darren, Alice and Richard and great grandad of Josh, Harrison, Zach, Jack, George, Henry and James and a dear brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral cortège will leave his own residence on Tuesday January 21st 2025 for Service and Cremation at Bradwell Crematorium at 1.20pm. Will relatives and friends please meet at the Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations preferred in memory of Eric for Alsager Animals in Need 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 782842

Mick DAVIES

On the 22nd December 2024, following a long illness, of Goostrey and formerly of Chester. Mick, aged 93 years, Husband of Lesley and the late Bernie, Father to Christopher and Richard, Step Father to Emma and Jo Jo and Great Grandad to The Brats. Funeral service and committal at Birches Crematorium, Northwich on Monday 20th January at 1:00pm. Family flowers only please, donations if wished for Children with Cancer UK. Donations and enquiries to George Bell Funeral Service Ltd., 49 Birches Lane, Lostock Green, Northwich CW9 7SN. Tel: 01606 42534