24 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.

Joan AUDLEY

Passed away peacefully in her sleep under the wonderful, loving care of Shenn Valley Nursing Home, Douglas, Isle of Man on Sunday 5th May 2024, aged 92 years. Beloved wife of the late William Audley, sister to Margaret and the late Nora and Hazel, mother of Roger, dearly loved by all who knew her through her long and interesting life. Funeral service to be held at St Giles Church, Church Street, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, ST5 1QS at 1:00pm on Monday 17th June 2024, followed by interment at Silverdale Cemetery, ST5 6PA, and a gathering at The Borough Arms Hotel, King Street, ST5 IHX. Family flowers only please, but donations would be appreciated for Dementia UK. All enquiries to Salt & Son Funeralcare, 28 Bridge Street, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, ST5 2RY. Tel 01782 617073

Janet EDGE

Peacefully at rest following a short illness on Sunday 26th May 2024 at her home in Blurton surrounded by her loving family Janet aged 79 years. The dearly beloved wife of Keith. The much loved mum of Dean and Vicky. The dear mother in law of Karen and Dean. Devoted nanny Janet to Ashley, Lewis, Matt and Tom and great nanny Janet to Everleigh-Rose and Arthur. Janet will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by all her loving family and many friends. The funeral cortege will leave her home in Blurton on Tuesday 18th June at 10.50 am for service and cremation at Carmountside Crematorium at 11.30 am. Would relatives kindly accept this the only intimation, friends wishing to attend please meet at Carmountside. Please Wear a Splash of Pink in Memory of Janet. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Janet would be much appreciated and will be put towards something special for the community nurses who cared for Janet during her short illness. A donation box will be available on your exit from the crematorium chapel. Cheques made payable please to Vicky Hodson. 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.

Keith Patrick HARDY

Peacefully on Tuesday 28th May 2024, surrounded by his loving family, Keith aged 63 years of Kidsgrove. Much loved husband of Lisa, treasured dad of Nikki, Laura and Craig, dear father in law of Dave, beloved brother of Michael, Peter and Phil, devoted grandad of Freddie and good friend to many. Service at St Thomas' Church, Kidsgrove on Monday 17th June at 2.30pm followed by cremation at Bradwell Crematorium. Will all friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only but if desired a donation may be made to UHNM Charity (Acute Medical Unit). 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

Alan HUGHES

At rest on Sunday 5th May 2024, Alan aged 69 years of Mount Pleasant. Devoted dad of Simon and Sarah, dear father in law of Chloe and Graham and treasured grandad of AJ, Darcey and Holly. Service and cremation at Bradwell Crematorium on Thursday 13th June at 2.40pm. Will all friends please meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only but if desired a donation may be made to the Donna Louise Trust. 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

Thelma Joyce JOHNSON

Peacefully on May 15th 2024 at the Douglas MacMillan Hospice, Thelma aged 77 years of Chesterton, dearly beloved wife of Joseph, a much loved mum, mother-in-law, nan, great nan, sister, sister-in-law, aunty and friend. Funeral Service and Cremation on Monday, June 10th 2024 at Bradwell Crematorium at 11.20am, will relatives and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations preferred for the Douglas MacMillan Hospice in memory of Thelma c/o the Funeral Director. All donations and enquiries to: JACK DAWSON FUNERAL SERVICES 90 Trentham Road, Dresden, Staffs. ST3 4DY Tel: 01782 315437

Peter JONES

Peacefully at his home on the 15th May 2024 surrounded by his loving family, Peter aged 86 years. The devoted Husband of Joan. A much loved Dad of Claire and Tracy. The treasured Pop of Ryan. A dearly loved Brother of the late Harry and a dear Uncle to Terry and Andrew. Funeral service and cremation at Carmountside crematorium on Wednesday 12th June at 12noon. Family flowers only please donations preferred to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium. Donations & Enquiries: JOSEPH LYMER & SON Independent Funeral Director Trent Bridge Bucknall Tel: 01782 202270

Kathleen LEADBEATER

Peacefully on May 26th, 2024 at Goldenhill Nursing Home surrounded by her loving family, Kath aged 89 years (formerly of Berryhill Village and Weston Coyney). Devoted wife of the late Derrick, a very special and much loved mum of Carole and son-in-law Steve, treasured nan of Gemma & Rich, Amanda & Chris and a loving great-nan of Jack and Grace. Kath will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all her family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Holy Trinity Church, Meir on Tuesday June 11th at 1.30pm followed by a private interment at Longton Garden of Remembrance. Will friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Floral tributes welcome. All Floral tributes and enquiries to Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

Dan Wynn LLOYD

At rest on 26th May 2024 at Barrowhill Hall Care Home. Danny, aged 81 years of Blythe Bridge. Beloved and devoted husband of the late Sandra, much loved dad of Darren, loved father in law of Liz, treasured grandad of Sarah, George and Rosie, special great grandad and a dear brother, brother in law, uncle and friend. Danny will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Friday 14th June, service at St. Peter's Church, Forsbrook at 11am followed by interment at Forsbrook Cemetery. Family and friends wishing to attend are kindly invited to meet at the above church. Family floral tributes 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

Marjorie REDGEWELL

Peacefully at rest on Sunday 26th May 2024 at Florence House Care Home, Porthill, Marjorie, formerly of Milton. Much loved mum of Jacqueline, and lifelong friend of Lindsay. Marjorie will be sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. The funeral cortege will leave her daughter's home on Monday 17th June for service and cremation at Carmountside Crematorium, at 1pm. Would relatives kindly accept this the only intimation, friends wishing to attend please meet at Carmountside. Floral tributes in memory of Marjorie are welcome. Enquiries to David Podmore Arlington House Ford Green Road Smallthorne SOT ST6 1NX
Tel. 01782 818888

Carol Ann STEWART

(Née Garswood) Peacefully on 24th May 2024, at the RSUH, with loving family by her side. Carol aged 75 years of Kidsgrove (formerly of Tunstall). Beloved daughter of the late Betty and Roy Garswood, treasured sister of Sue, Roy and the late Lynette, dear sister-in-law of Tina and the late John, much loved niece of Sylvia and a loving aunty, great-aunty and cousin. Carol will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Service will take place, at Bradwell Crematorium, on Friday 21st June, at 10am. Will relatives and friends kindly meet at Bradwell Crematorium. Floral tributes welcome or if preferred donations for Sepsis UK. All floral tributes, donations and Enquiries to: Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

Joan CLIFF

Peacefully at rest on 17th May 2024 at the RSUH, surrounded by her loving children and family, Joan aged 77 years. The loving wife of the late Terry. Treasured mum of Linda, Andrew, Sarah and Matthew. Much loved nan of Kevin, Gemma, Ryan, Cody, Connor, Lily, Jamie and the late Ashley, Kyle and Corbie. A loving great nan, mother in law and aunt, Joan will be sadly missed by her friends and family. Funeral to take place at Swanbank Church, Burslem on Tuesday 11th June 2024 at 12.30pm followed by interment at Burslem Cemetery. Would all relatives and friends please meet at the Church. Floral tributes are welcome, as are donations to The Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Donations and Enquiries: C McGough & Sons 79 Roundwell Street Tunstall
Stoke-on-Trent ST6 5AW 01782 834300

Leonard James DARLINGTON

Sadly, Len passed away on 28th May 2024 at home with his family. He was a much loved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend. We would like to invite family and friends to attend a celebration of Len's wonderful life. It will be held on the 11th June 2024 at 1pm at Newcastle Rugby Club ST5 3BX. Family would encourage you to join in Len's favourite pass time by wearing a silly hat. Donations can be received on the day to Douglas Macmillan.

Beryl JEBSON

Peacefully at rest on 19th May 2024 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital. Beryl aged 98 years of Hartshill. A loving wife of the late Ted, much loved mum of Neil and mother in law of Evelyn, a cherished grandmother of William and Ryan and great grandmother of Lydia. Beryl will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Holy Trinity Church, Hartshill on Friday 14th June 2024 at 11.45am followed by cremation at Bradwell Crematorium. Will all relatives please accept this the only intimation, friends wishing to attend please meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only, donations preferred to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Simpson & Wilde Enquiries to: Mr Ben Simpson Simpson & Wilde Independent Funeral Directors, 317 Hartshill Road, ST4 7NR. 01782 616034 info@simpsonwilde.co.uk

Gertrude MACHIN

Peacefully in the care of the staff at Golden View Care Home on Thursday 16th May 2024. Trudy aged 90 years of Lightwood. Beloved wife of the late Ronald (Ron), loving auntie and friend to many. Trudy will be sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. Requiem Mass will take place at Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, Newcastle on Wednesday 19th June at 10 am, followed by cremation at Bradwell Crematorium. Will all those wishing to attend please meet at the Church. No flowers by request please. donations kindly received in Trudy's memory for St Vincent de Paul Society. All inquiries to: Harold H. Leese
(A. Boulton & Sons) St.Peters Close Stoke ST4 1LP Tel: 01782 744433

Sheila Ann MANCELL

With immense sorrow, the family announce Sheila aged 79 years of Norton passed away at home on Tuesday 28th May 2024. Much loved and devoted wife to the late Bernard, treasured and loving mum to Tina, Anthony and Mark, cherished mother-in-law, nana, great nana, sister-in-law, and aunt. Service and cremation to take place on Tuesday 11th June 2024 at Carmountside Crematorium at 10:00am. Will relatives and friends please accept this intimation and kindly meet at the Crematorium. Flowers welcome. All enquiries to: Wolstanton Funeralcare 1 Park Avenue Wolstanton Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 8AX 01782 711244

Sylvia TILSTONE

Peacefully on 18th May 2024, Sylvia, aged 88 years of Werrington. Devoted wife of the late Bill, much loved mum of Gavin and daughter-in-law Sheila and a loving auntie. Sylvia will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service will take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Thursday 13th June at 12.00 noon. Will relatives and friends kindly meet at Carmountside. No flowers please by request. Donations, if desired, 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.

Jill WASHINGTON

Passed away peacefully on May 26th 2024, at her home in Audley, aged 81 years. In the loving care of her family, following an illness fought with courage and dignity. Beloved wife of the late John. much loved mother of Paul and the late Glyn. Dear mother in law of Jennie, treasured grandmother of Jack, Thomas and Imogen and dear cousin of Nigel. Jill will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her loving family and many friends. The funeral service will take place at St James Church, Audley on Wednesday 19th June 2024 at 10:45am followed by cremation at Bradwell Crematorium. Family and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Church. Family flowers only, donations if desired to the Douglas MacMillan charity. Enquiries to HORNE BROTHERS FUNERAL DIRECTORS Ravens Lane, Bignall End, Stoke on Trent ST7 8PS Tel : 01782 720719

Albert BOON

Alb passed away peacefully on Sunday 19th May 2024 with his beloved wife, Jean holding his hand. Devoted dad to Robert. Alb was a retired builder from Mow Cop and will be fondly remembered by family and friends. Funeral service will take place at St Thomas's Church, Mow Cop on Thursday 13th June 2024 at 1.30pm. Would all friends and family please meet at the church. Enquires to: C McGough & Sons 79 Roundwell Street Tunstall Stoke-on-Trent ST6 5AW 01782 834300

David PRICE

It is great sadness that the family wish to announce that on the 19th May 2024, Dave aged 64 years of Penkhull, passed away. Dearest son of the late Ray and Queenie. much loved brother of Russ and Shirley, brother-in-law to Kath. treasured uncle and great uncle. Dave will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his family and many friends. Funeral service to take place at St. Thomas's parish church, Penkhull on Wednesday 12th June at 1.30pm followed by cremation at Carmountside Crematorium. Will all those wishing to attend please meet at the Church. You are also welcome to wear a football shirt in Dave's honour. Floral tributes welcome or donations will be gratefully received in Dave's memory for The Guild Dogs for the Blind or Crohn's and Colitis UK. All inquiries to: Harold H. Leese (A. Boulton & Sons) St.Peters Close Stoke ST4 1LP Tel: 01782 744433

Jean STUBBS

(Née Pyatt) Passed away peacefully on May 25th, 2024 at the RSUH surrounded by her loving family, Jean aged 90 years (formerly of Kidsgrove). Dearly beloved wife of the late Roy Stubbs, treasured mum of David, Roy, Margaret, Jane and the late Paul, a loving mother-in-law and a much loved nan to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jean will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Thursday June 13th at 11.20am. No flowers please, donations if desired for Dementia UK. Donations and enquiries to Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

Alison LOVATT

Suddenly on 16th May 2024, Alison aged 70 years of Alsager. Devoted wife of Peter, much loved mum of Hannah and Alex, dear mother in law of Ben, treasured nanna of Ella and Thea, beloved sister of Ian. Alison will be sadly missed by all of her family and many friends. Service at St Mary's Church, Alsager on Tuesday 11th June at 11am. Would all mourners please meet at the church and wear something bright and vibrant. Family flowers only but if desired a donation may be made to the Alsager Food Bank (Alsager Community Church). 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

John Andrew PEDDER

Peacefully at rest, on Tuesday 14th May 2024 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital. John, aged 81 years, of Newcastle-Under-Lyme. A greatly loved Brother of Kay, Anne and the late David, and a much loved Uncle. Funeral service to take place at St. Paul’s Church, Newcastle-Under-Lyme on Friday 7th June 2024 at 11am, followed by a private Cremation. Will all relatives and friends please accept this intimation and kindly meet at the above Church. Family floral tributes only please, donations if desired for the RSPCA. 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

Alan David PEPPER

Suddenly on Wednesday 22nd May 2024 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Alan aged 71 years of Chesterton, formerly of Bradwell. Dearly loved husband of Janice, loving dad of Michelle and Steph, a dear father in law of Chris and Chris, devoted grandad of Mia also a loving brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many, Funeral to take place on Tuesday 18th June 2024. Service and Cremation at Bradwell Crematorium at 10.40am. Family flowers only please, donations appreciated for CRY and Jack Dulson Memorial Fund. Donations & enquiries to: Jackie Rowley TUDOR-DAVIES Independent Family Funeral Services, 1 King Street, Cross Heath Newcastle-under-Lyme Tel. 01782 922810 www.tudor-davies.co.uk

Audrey Teresa WARD-BEST

Passed away peacefully at her home in Market Drayton on May 16 2024 aged 86 years. Beloved wife of the late David. Much loved Mother, Grandmother & Great Grandmother. She will be missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service 12 noon on Monday 17th June 2024 at Bradwell Crematorium, Newcastle. Family flowers only but donations if so desired for Save The Children for which purpose a collection box will be provided at the crematorium. All enquiries please to J R Williams Funeral Director Towers Lawn, Cheshire Street Market Drayton. 01630 654490.