20 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 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.

Jean BURGESS

Peacefully at rest on Friday 12th April 2024 whilst in the care of Tall Oaks Care Home, Jean aged 88 years of Newchapel, now reunited with her beloved husband Edwyn.

A much loved mum of Keith, Neil and Mark, loved mother-in-law of Julie, Dawn and Joanne, treasured nan of Ricky, Tina, Lisa, Stephen, Leanne, Jake and Allana and a loved great-nan and sister.

Jean will be sadly missed by all her loving family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday 7th May at 10.40am. No flowers by request please, donations preferred in memory of Jean to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice.

Mourning attire is not essential.
All donations and enquiries to:
H Dale Funeral Service
176 Anchor Road
Sandford Hill
Longton
Stoke-on-Trent
ST3 5EF
Tel: 01782 313866.

Kenneth (Ken) BUXTON

Unexpectedly on Monday 15th April 2024, Ken aged 80 years passed away whilst at the RSUH.
The dearly loved and devoted husband of Christine, much loved dad, father in law, grandad and brother.
Ken will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all his family and friends.

Funeral service and cremation to take place on Thursday 2nd May 2024 at Bradwell Crematorium at 2.00pm.
Anyone wishing to attend are kindly requested to meet at the crematorium.

No flowers by request but donations would be preferred to Kidney Research UK.

All enquiries to H Goodwin Funeral Care
114 London Road Newcastle under Lyme ST5 1LZ
Telephone 01782 616586

Spencer FORD

Peacefully at rest on Saturday 13th April 2024 whilst at Leighton Hospital, Crewe in the presence of his loving family. Spencer, aged 89 years of The Bank, Scholar Green was the devoted and loving husband of Joan, much loved and admired father of Stephen and the late Andrew, cherished father-in-law of Eithna, adored grandpa of Oliver, and a dear uncle and friend to many. Spencer will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by all his family and friends.

Please join us in remembering and honouring the life of Spencer; Funeral service to take place at Mount Pleasant Methodist Church on Wednesday 1st May 2024 at 11:30am, followed by cremation at Bradwell Crematorium. Would relatives and friends please accept this intimation and kindly meet at the church.

Family flowers only please; donations if desired to the British Heart Foundation and Breast Cancer Now in memory of Spencer.

Donations and Enquiries to:

WILSONS FUNERAL DIRECTORS (I J Kirkham) 48 Cinderhill Lane, Scholar Green, Stoke-on-Trent, ST7 3HR. Tel. (01782) 785937

Betty Ruth GOODWIN

Died at the age of 99 years on Tuesday, the 2nd of April 2024. Betty lived at Birchall, Leek for 49 years and then at Kynsal near Audlem, Cheshire for the next 43 years.

Betty was much loved by her two nephews John and Richard and their wives, six great nephews and nieces and their wives and husbands and twelve great great nephews and nieces who will all greatly miss Betty.

A ceremony to celebrate Betty's life will be held at Saint Paul's Church, Church Lane, Croxton ST 201 6PG at 1:30 pm on Tuesday, the 30th of April 2024.
Inquiries to
S. Sigley & Sons,
Funeral Directors, Leek,
Tel. 01538 382048.

William Thomas (Bill) LEAKE

Passed away at RSUH on Saturday 30th March 2024, aged 86 years. Bill, of Lightwood, beloved husband to the late Betty, may they be reunited in peace.

Loving father to Gail and Jeff, much loved father-in-law to Sharon and the late John. Treasured grandad to James, Christopher, Adam and Jade. Best grandad to Georgia and Emily and a best mate to Ozzie, Willow, Meatball, Violet and Pippin. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

Bill's funeral service is to be held on Thursday 2nd May 2024 at St James' Church, Longton, 1pm, followed by his burial service at Longton Private Garden of Remembrance. Mourners are kindly asked to meet at the service.

It is requested to have family flowers only, however should you wish to donate in loving memory of Bill, monies towards the Douglas Macmillan Hospice would be gratefully appreciated. Thank you.

The family extend a heartfelt welcome to join them after the service, to continuing sharing memories and stories of Bill at Caverswall Cricket Club, 108 Caverswall Road, ST3 6PJ.

Any enquiries to: W.R Bettelley Ltd
315 Uttoxeter Road,
Longton ST3 5LQ
Tel: 01782 313542

Sylvia Frances Anne (Sylv) PAGE (nee Walkaden)

Peacefully on 31st March 2024, at home, Sylv, aged 87 years of Penkhull.

The dear Wife of Cliff, much loved Mum of Deborah and Kerry, loved Grandmother and Great-Grandmother and a treasured Sister of Joan.

Funeral service at St Thomas Church, Penkhull on Friday 3rd May at 11.45am. Followed by interment at Hartshill Cemetery.

Will relatives and friends kindly meet at the Church.

Flowers are welcome.

Floral tributes and enquiries to
Birch House,
Birches Head Road,
Hanley, ST1 6LH.
Tel. 01782 212880.

Jean Margaret WHEELER (Barton)

Passed away peacefully, 07 April 2024 at Autumn House Nursing Home. Now at rest.

Arthur BRANNIGAN

Passed away peacefully on Saturday 30th March 2024 at Trentside Manor Care Home, Norton Green. Arthur, aged 85 years (formerly of Carmountside).

Beloved husband of the late Brenda, much loved dad of John, Paula and Denise, father in law of Angela, grandfather of Ashley, Callum, Daniel, Brittany and Mollie, great grandad of baby Magnus, loved brother of the late Millie, Peter and Kathleen, uncle and dear friend.

Arthur will be greatly missed by all who loved and knew him, especially by the lovely staff at Trentside who became his friends.

Service at Milton Parish Church on Tuesday 7th May 2024 at 2:45pm followed by cremation at Carmountside Crematorium. Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church.

Family flowers only please. Donations if desired will be forwarded to the Fox Rescuers and Trentside Manor Care Home Residents Comfort Fund.

Donations and enquiries to: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors,
Birch House,
Birches Head Road,
Hanley, ST1 6LH.
Tel. 01782 212880.

Margaret MEIR (NEE CONDLYFFE)

Departed peacefully and with dignity on Thursday 4th April 2024 at Royal Stoke University Hospital, Margaret aged 75 years of Trentham.

Devoted wife of Graham, much loved Mum of Joanne, Tony and Elizabeth, beloved Mother-in-law of Lynn and Paul. Treasured Nan and Great Nanny. Loving Sister of the late Alan and a dear Sister-in-law of Jean, Marylyn and the late John. Margaret will be sadly missed by all of her family and friends.

Service at Stoke Minster on Tuesday 7th May at 1.30pm, followed by burial at Carmountside Lawn Cemetery.

Family flowers only please, donations to Douglas Macmillan Hospice in memory of Margaret would be most welcome.

Enquiries to: Williamson Brothers, Birches Head, ST1 6LH.

Leslie Keith (Les) POXON

Passed away peacefully on Monday 15th April 2024 aged 79 years, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Les, a beloved Husband to the late Brenda, a devoted Dad to Diane, Karen and Mark, Father-in-Law to Steve, Phil and Cath, a much-loved Grandad and Great Grandad and a dear friend to many.

A funeral service will take place on Monday 29th April 2024, St Giles Church at 10:30am followed by a burial in Knutton Cemetery. Would all those wishing to attend please meet at the Church.

Flowers welcome or donations to St Mary's Church, Knutton will be greatly appreciated.
All enquiries to:
Salt & Son Funeralcare
28 Bridge Street
Newcastle-under-Lyme
ST5 2RY

Kathleen Mary ROULSTONE (Nee: Zivlak)

Unexpectedly passed away on 1st April 2024 at her home, Kath, aged 93 years of Weston Coyney, much loved wife of the late Bob Zivlak and the late Reg Roulstone. Loving mum, mother-in-law, nana and great nana.

Kath will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her loving family and dear friends.

Funeral to take place on Wednesday 1st May, service and Cremation at Carmountside Crematorium at 10.30am.

Anyone wishing to attend kindly meet at the Crematorium.

Family flowers only please, donations if desired to D.M.H or British Heart Foundation, in memory of Kath.

Enquiries to:
Forrester Brothers Funeral Service
56 Trentham Road
Longton
Stoke On Trent ST3 4DJ
Tel:01782 313874

Linda BELFIELD (Nee Meakin)

Peacefully at rest on Sunday 14th April 2024 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital. Linda aged 76 years of Trentham. Devoted wife of Stuart, cherished mother of Paul, Mark and partners Fiona and Trish. She will be sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. Service and Cremation at Carmountside Crematorium on Friday 3rd May at 1.30 pm Will all those wishing to attend please meet at the Crematorium, No mourning attire, casual clothes have been requested. Family flowers only please, donations can be given in Linda's memory for Leukaemia Research. All inquiries to:
Harold H. Leese
(A. Boulton & Sons)
St.Peters Close
Stoke
ST4 1LP
Tel: 01782 744433

Alan Frederick CLEWS

At rest on Friday 8th March 2024 aged 79 years late of Meir Park.

Funeral service and cremation at Carmountside Crematorium on Monday 29th April 2024 at 10am.

Would friends wishing to attend please meet at the crematorium.

Flowers are welcome or donations to The Douglas Macmillan Hospice.

Donations and Enquiries to: Geoff Tudor TUDOR-DAVIES Independent Family Funeral Services, The Beeches, 142 Waterloo Road, Burslem. Tel. 01782 811411 www.tudor-davies.co.uk

Christopher Joseph DAVIES (Chris)

Of your charity please pray for the repose of the soul of Christopher Joseph Davies who passed away peacefully on Friday 5th April 2024 at his home in the Westlands aged 78 years.

Beloved husband of the late Rosemary, much loved dad of Natalie and James, and grandad of Jessica, Alexander, Luke, Samuel and Elliot. Chris will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all of his family and friends.

Requiem Mass to be celebrated at St George & St Martins RC Church, Birches Head on Thursday 2nd May 2024 at 1pm, followed by cremation at Carmountside Crematorium. Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Church.

Family flowers only please. Donations if desired will be forwarded to Kidney Research U.K.

Donations and enquiries to: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors,
Birch House,
Birches Head Road,
Hanley, ST1 6LH.
Tel. 01782 212880.

Jeff GUEST

Peacefully at rest on the 12th April, at the RSUH whilst in the loving care of his family, Jeff, aged 70 years of Fegg Hayes.

Devoted dad to James. Dearest father-in-law to Laura and loving partner to Kath. A loving and much loved GarGar to Freddie and Dottie. A dearest brother to Anthony, Allan and Eric and dear brother-in-law, uncle and friend who will be truly missed.

Funeral service and Cremation at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday 30th April 2024 at 2.40pm. Would all relatives and friends please meet at the crematorium.

No flowers by request but donations if preferred to Douglas Macmillan Hospice

Kenneth LAMONBY

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ken of Forsbrook, aged 82 years, on Wednesday 3rd April, 2024. Ken passed away at RSUH surrounded by his loving family. Now reunited with his granddaughter Lucy. Dearly loved husband of Jean, cherished dad of Donna and Jamie, father-in-law of Mick, treasured grandad of Laura, Amy and Ellie and a special great grandad of Sadie and Alaina. Loved brother of Reg, Jean and late Joe. Best friend of Magic his cat. Ken, Forever in my heart. All my love Jean xxxxx

God Bless Dad. Love you loads. Donna, Jamie & Mick xxxxx

Think of him as living in the hearts of those he touched, For nothing loved is ever lost, and he was loved so much. LOVE YOU GRANDY. From Ellie, Amy & Laura xxxxx

Missing you so much our Sweetie Pie Grandad. Lots of love, Sadie & Alaina xxxxx Funeral service at St Peter's Church, Caverswall, ST11 9EE, on Wednesday 1st May at 11.45am, followed by cremation at Carmountside Crematorium. Will relatives and friends kindly meet at the church.

Flowers or donations if preferred for Cancer Research UK.

Donations and enquiries to:- Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors,
Birch House,
Birches Head Road,
Hanley, ST1 6LH.
Tel. 01782 212880.

Jeanette PHILLIPS (Nee Beardmore)

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jeanette, on 7th April 2024, aged 64 years.

The adored wife of the late John, devoted mum of Anthony, a dearest mother-in-law to Amy, treasured nan of Oscar, a much loved sister, a dear auntie and a cherished friend of many.

Funeral service and interment will be at St. Mildred's Church, Whiston at 11am on Monday 29th April. Will all those wishing to attend please meet at the above Church.

Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the U.H.N.M. Charity (Ward 230).

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

Jacqui PIMBLOTT

Passed away peacefully on April 13th, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family, Jacqui aged 61 years of Newcastle.

Devoted wife of Graham, loving mum to Craig, Shaun and daughter-in-law Amy, a wonderful nanny to Joshua, Charlie and Tilly, a treasured sister to Karen and brother-in-law Gary, dearly loved daughter-in-law of Ken and Mary and a dear sister-in-law of David. Jacqui will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all her family and many friends.

Funeral service to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Thursday May 2nd at 11.20am.

Family flowers only please, donations preferred for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice.

Donations and enquiries to Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors,
Birch House,
Birches Head Road,
Hanley, ST1 6LH.
Tel. 01782 212880.

Antony John (Tom) LOVATT

Suddenly but peacefully on 7th April 2024 after a short illness at the RSUH. Tom, aged 60 years. Much loved partner of Gillian, a devoted dad, step dad, grandad, brother and friend.
Funeral Tuesday 30th April. Service at Cheadle Parish Church at 2pm
followed by interment at Cheadle Cemetery.
Family and friends wishing to attend are kindly invited to meet at the above Church.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired for UHNM Charity (Ward 201)
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

Dennis WILLIAMS

At Rest on 11th April 2024 at the RSUH, Dennis aged 84 years, safe in the arms of Jesus.

Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Margaret, dearest dad of Sharon and Janette, a beloved grandad of Laura, William and James, a dear Father-in-law to Paul and Jay and a precious brother to Sheila. Dennis was a dear friend to many and a devote member of his Church and community.

Dennis' service of thanksgiving is to be held on Friday 26th April 2024, at 11.15am at Longton Elim Church, Dresden. Mourners are kindly asked to meet at the service, where they are warmly welcomed to stay for tea and coffee and light refreshments with the family, sharing stories and memories after the service. Dennis will be having a private family burial service prior to the service of thanksgiving.

It is requested to have family flowers only please. However, should you wish to donate in loving memory of Dennis, monies towards the Stoke Air Ambulance would be gratefully appreciated.

Any enquiries please contact the funeral director. Thank you. W.R Bettelley Ltd
315 Uttoxeter Road
Longton ST3 5LQ
Tel: 01782 313542