25 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.

Eileen BARNETT

At rest on 24th October 2024 at the RSUH, Eileen aged 93 years of Blythe Bridge. Devoted wife of the late Bill, loving cousin of Janice and Caroline and a dear friend of David and Rob. Eileen will be fondly remembered by all her family and friends.

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Committal service will take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Wednesday 27th November at 11am, followed by a service of Thanksgiving at Broadway Methodist Church, Meir at 12noon. No floral tributes please by request, donations preferred for Broadway Methodist Church. Donations and enquiries to: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

Derek BOSTOCK

Peacefully on 6th Nov 2024, after a long illness bravely fought. Derek gained his Angel wings for his next journey, while in the loving care of the Dougie Mac team.

To respect his wishes, the funeral arrangement is one of a direct cremation without service, and any donations to be directed to the hospice in memory of this courageous gent. Until we meet again Dad/Pop's XX

Richmond Walter BRAXTON

At home on Saturday 9th November 2024 surrounded by family, Richmond Walter Braxton peacefully at rest. Loving Husband of Wendy, cherished Dad to Jane, Antony, Hayley and Lesley. Much loved and dear Poppa to his 10 Grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren.

Funeral service to be held at Bradwell Crematorium on Monday 2nd December at 10:00am. A polite request for family flowers only please. Donations preferred in memory of Richmond to Meningitis Now or RNID - National Hearing Loss Charity Hopkinson Wootton Lovatt, Hopkinson House, 15 Chetwynd Street, Wolstanton, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, ST5 0EQ. 01782 715152 info@hwlfunerals.co.uk www.hwlfunerals.co.uk

Ron COLLIER

Peacefully at rest on Sunday 10th November 2024 whilst at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, surrounded by his loving and devoted family, Ron aged 84 years of Fenpark. A much loved husband of Dorothy, treasured dad of Angela, Ronald and Paul, loving grandad of Shaun, Danielle, Emma and Elijah, great-grandad and a loved brother of Brenda and Gerald. Ron will be sadly missed by all his loving family and friends.

A short committal will take place at Fenton Cemetery on Tuesday 10th December at 10.30am followed by a celebration of life at Longton Elim Living Springs Church, Dresden at 11.00am. Floral tributes most welcome or if preferred, donations in memory of Ron to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. All enquiries to: H Dale Funeral Service, 176 Anchor Road, Sandford Hill, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 5EF. Tel: 01782 313866.

Josephine 'Josie' Lynn CROWLEY

Peacefully passed away on 5th November 2024. Josie, aged 75 years of Packmoor. Loving and devoted wife of Geoff, dearly loved mum of Vicki, Karen and Lee, much loved step mum of Peter and Stephen, dearly loved nannie to Lucas, Poppy, Darcy, Oilvia, Lewis, Grayson and Isaac, also a special friend to Bo and Izzy. Josie will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her loving family and her many friends.

The funeral service will take place at Biddulph Methodist Church on Tuesday 3rd December at 12.00 noon, followed by committal at Carmountside Crematorium. Family and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Church. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to Pink Sisters. All enquiries to: John Garside Funeral Directors, 2 Cross Street, Biddulph, Stoke on Trent ST8 6BD.

Irene Elsie EADIE

At rest on Sunday 27th October 2024, whilst at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, surrounded by her family, Irene Eadie, aged 85 years. Formerly a resident at Castletown Grange and more recently Highfield Grange, Irene was the cherished Mum of Karen and Philip. She was the much loved Nana of James, Laura, Emily and Matthew and a proud Great Nana to Cameron and Paige. Irene will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral service will take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Monday 2nd December at 2pm. Family flowers only by request, please or any kind donations in memory of Irene to the R.N.L.I. All donations and enquiries to: H Dale Funeral Service, 176 Anchor Road, Sandford Hill, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 5EF. Tel: 01782 313866.

Irena HART (Nowak)

Peacefully passed away on 24th October 2024. Irena, aged 76 years of Biddulph Moor. Devoted wife of Harry, dearly loved mum of Suzanne and Katie, much loved sister of Kristina, Jan and the late Edward. Irena will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered by her loving family and her many friends.

The funeral service will take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Friday 29th November at 11.00am. Family and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Crematorium. The family will be celebrating Irena's life by wearing colours and invite you to join them. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to UHNM Charity - Haemodialysis Department. All enquiries to John Garside Funeral Directors, 2 Cross Street, Biddulph, ST8 6BD.

Margaret Alice PUGH (nee Peel)

Peacefully at rest surrounded by love on Saturday 9th November 2024 at Dresden House Residential Home, Margaret aged 94 years of Bentilee, formerly Adderley Green. Devoted wife of the late George, loving mum of (the late) Ian, Nigel and Darren, mother-in-law to Dawn and a much loved nan and great-nan.

Funeral to take place at St Bartholomew's Church, Blurton on Wednesday 4th December at 1.15pm, followed by Interment at Hartshill Cemetery. In lieu of floral tributes donations are welcome to either the Douglas Macmillan Hospice or Alzheimer's Society in Margaret's memory. Enquiries to Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

John David REDFERN

Passed away peacefully on 13th November 2024 aged 86 years. Devoted husband to the late Audrey Redfern, loving dad to Chris and Richard, father-in-law to Linda and Julie, a proud grandad and great-grandad. John will be deeply missed by all of his family and friends.

A funeral service and a celebration of John's life will take place on Tuesday 26th November 2024 at St Peter's Church, Ellastone at 11am. Family flowers only please but your kind donations in lieu will be divided between St Peter's Church and Prostate Cancer UK. Thank you. All enquiries to Field Funeral Services (01538 722 665).

John Joseph RICHARDS

Passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday October 22nd 2024, John, aged 78 years, of Cheddleton and former proprietor of Dalehall Fireplaces. He was the devoted husband of Janet, adored dad of Joanna, Alison and Sophie, father in law to Robert, Nick and Mike. The darling grandad of Ellie and Gene. A dear brother to Eileen and Barbara, brother in law to John and Paul and uncle.

Funeral service and interment on Thursday November 21st 2024 at St John's Church Wetley Rocks at 11am. We all know how much John loved life and his garden so please join us in wearing a little touch of colour for him. Flowers or donations to Dementia UK. Inquiries to: S. Sigley & Sons, Funeral Directors, Leek. Tel. 01538 382048

Dawn Marie TAYLOR (nee Adams)

Peacefully at rest on Thursday, November 7th 2024 at the RSUH, Dawn aged 58 years, beloved partner of the late Jon, much loved mum of Jordan, Kieran and Tanya, dear mother-in-law of Laura, devoted nan of Logan-Mark, Harrison, Oliver, Kaleb and Xanthe, loving sister of John and Jeff, dear sister-in-law of Joanne, Kay, Andrea and Donald, also a loving aunt and cousin. Dawn will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her family and friends.

Funeral service and cremation on Thursday, November 28th 2024 at Carmountside Crematorium at 10.30am, will friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Crematorium. Floral tributes are welcome or if preferred donations for the UHNM Charity in memory of Dawn c/o the Funeral Director. All donations and enquiries to: JACK DAWSON FUNERAL SERVICES, 90 Trentham Road, Dresden, Staffs., ST3 4DY. Tel: 01782 315437

Jeffrey 'Jeff' Winston WOOD

(Former Kingsley Parish Clerk). It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jeffrey Winston Wood, Jeff, who passed away on 26th October 2024 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, aged 82 years. The beloved husband of Sheila, loved and respected step dad to Kyle, Oliver and Tim, a special grandad to Kane, Darci, Macey, Bobby, Lincoln, Bruce and Remy and a dear friend to many.

Funeral Tuesday 3rd December, service at St. Werburgh's Church, Kingsley at 11:00am followed by interment at Kingsley Cemetery. Will those wishing to attend please meet at the above Church. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the Stroke Association. Donations and enquiries to: J.P. Keates and Son Funeral Directors, Bank House, 37 Bank Street, Cheadle, Staffordshire, ST10 1NR. Tel: (01538) 752164 www.jpkeatesandson.co.uk

Ron HAMILTON

Suddenly on Sunday 10th November 2024, whilst at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Ron aged 82 years of Ashwood, Longton. A much loved husband of Joan, dearest dad of Lyn and Jayne, father-in-law of Martin and Mark, loving grandad of Sophie, Ryan and Lauren and great-grandad of George and Ivy. Ron will be sadly missed by all his loving family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Monday 2nd December at 11.30am. Family flowers only by request please and no donations necessary as Ron's final wish was to enjoy a drink instead with the family to celebrate his life. All enquiries to: H Dale Funeral Service, 176 Anchor Road, Sandford Hill, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 5EF. Tel: 01782 313866.

Simon Edward HYLAND

Simon passed away peacefully on Friday the 15th of November 2024 at New Cross Hospital and was surrounded by his loving family. Taken too soon at the age of 56, Simon will be remembered for his sense of humour, strength of character and as a constant source of entertainment to all those around him. He was also an avid sports person and known for his many years' work for Staffordshire Police. Simon will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. A caring father, grandfather, son, brother, partner and cherished by all.

Funeral service to be held at 10am on Friday, November 29th at St. Austins church in Stafford, followed by his burial at Stafford Crematorium. His wake will then take place at Stafford Rugby club where all are welcome. Family flowers only, donations to Cancer Research UK. Enquiries to William Emery & Sons Tel: 01785 251205.

Alan Graham ROBSON

(Formerly of Westonfields) Alan passed away after a long illness on 19th October 2024 at Hilton House, Care Home, aged 84 years. The dearly beloved husband of June, much loved and loving dad of Jane and father in law of Dave, treasured grandad of Rebecca and Elizabeth also a much loved great grandad. Alan will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his loving family and friends.

Alan's Private Funeral took place at Carmountside Crematorium. Enquiries to: Forrester Brothers Funeral Service, 56 Trentham Road, Longton, Stoke on Trent ST3 4DJ. Tel: 01782 313874

Audrey SIMPSON

At peace on Friday 8th November 2024 at the RSUH, Audrey aged 94 years of Harpfields (formerly of Hartshill and Basford). The dearly loved wife of the late Ken, much loved mum of Janet, Robert, Karen, Ian and the late Kenneth, very dear mother-in-law of Vernon, Christine and the late Joan and Martyn, a devoted nana and great nana, a special aunty and great aunty and a good friend to many.

A funeral service will take place at Holy Trinity Church, Hartshill on Tuesday 3rd December at 1.00pm, followed by cremation at Carmountside Crematorium. Relatives and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. Family flowers only please, donations can be given in memory of Audrey to the Stroke Association or Dementia Research UK. All enquiries to: Harold H. Leese (A.Boulton & Sons), St Peters Close, Stoke, ST4 1LP. Tel: 01782744433.

Pauline SWANN (nee Humphreys)

Passed away peacefully on November 9th 2024, at the R.S.U.H. with family by her side, after a short illness. Pauline, aged 82 years of Caverswall. Beloved wife of Brian and mother of Gary and Andrew. Pauline will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Monday November 25th at 11.00am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Donations and enquiries to: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors, Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880.

Thomas 'Gandhi' GRINDEY

Tragically taken away too soon on Saturday, November 2nd 2024, Tom aged 21 years, a very much loved son, brother and grandson. Tom will be remembered as always smiling, for his infectious unique laugh, as a practical joker and how he could light up any room. Tom was loved by everyone who knew him.

Funeral Service and Cremation on Friday, November 29th 2024 at Carmountside Crematorium at 2pm. Tom's family have requested casual wear, something red or Stoke City Shirts, no formal funeral attire. Family flowers only. All enquiries to: JACK DAWSON FUNERAL SERVICES, 90 Trentham Road, Dresden, Staffs. ST3 4DY Tel: 01782 315437

Kenneth George LOWNDES

of Longton. Passed away peacefully at the Royal Stoke University Hospital on 27th October 2024 reunited with his beloved late wife Janet. Ken will be deeply missed by his dear friends along with many that knew him.

Ken's Funeral Service will be held at Carmountside Crematorium on Tuesday 26th November 2024 at 10:30am. Family, Friends and all those who wish to pay their respects are warmly invited to join in honouring Ken's memory. Any further enquires to: 315 Uttoxeter Road, Longton, Stoke on Trent, Tel. 01782 313542

Sheila Grace PITT (formerly Bloor)

Former Lord Mayor 2013 - 2014. Passed away peacefully on Sunday 10th November 2024 at the Douglas Macmillan Hospice surrounded by her loving family. Sheila aged 90 years of Eaton Park was a much loved and devoted nan, great nan and step-mother who will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all her family and friends.

Service to take place on Wednesday 27th November at Stoke Minster Church at 1pm followed by interment at Stoke Cemetery. Will relatives please accept this intimation, friends kindly meet at the Church. Flowers welcome or donations if preferred in memory of Sheila to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare Sandon Road Meir, Stoke-on-Trent ST3 7DJ Tel. 01782 315238 / 711244.

David STANISTREET

Peacefully at rest on Thursday 31st October 2024, at the Douglas MacMillan Hospice, surrounded by his loving family after a long and full life, Dave aged 97 years of Milton, the beloved husband of Vivienne, treasured father of Andrew and cherished grandfather of Alistair and Fiona. Dave will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Friday 29th November 2024 at 11:30am Will family please accept this intimation and would friends who wish to attend kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations would be preferred in memory of Dave to The Royal Naval Patrol Service Association. A donation box will be available on the day should anyone wish to leave a donation then. All enquiries to: Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 1DL. Madeley CW3 9EA 01782 914777 01782 291500

Philip 'Phil' BLOOD

Peacefully passed away after a long illness on November 7th 2024, aged 78 years of Loggerheads, formerly of Golden Hill. Beloved husband of Anne, loving dad of James & Thomas, father-in-law of Lucia & Sam and a devoted grandad and a dear brother and brother-in-law. He will be missed by all his loving family and friends.

Funeral service 11.20am on Friday 6th December 2024 at Bradwell Crematorium, Newcastle. Family flowers only but donations if so desired for Alzheimer's Society for which purpose a collection box will be provided in the crematorium. All enquiries please to: J R Williams Funeral Director, Towers Lawn, Cheshire Street, Market Drayton. 01630 654490.

Maureen Donella KELLY

Peacefully passed away on 11th November 2024 at Goldenhill Nursing Home, Maureen aged 81 years. Beloved Wife to the late Brian, treasured Mum of Audrey & Gordon, cherished Nana of Matt, Kellie, Sophie, James, Rebecca & Oliver and a special Great Grandma. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

The funeral service is to be held on Friday 6th December 2024 at 11:30am at The Old Chapel Etruria followed by refreshments and a private committal. Anyone wishing to attend the service is asked to meet at the Chapel, and to wear a splash of purple as a tribute to Maureen. Family flowers only by request, any donations given in lieu will be gratefully received by the Stoke Air Ambulance. All enquiries to: Isobel Whittaker Funeral Services, 60 Pirehill Lane, Walton, Stone, ST15 0JN. Tel:- 01785 336722

Mary Teresa LINDOP

Peacefully, whilst at Holly Lodge Residential Home, Mary Teresa Lindop, aged 90 years. Devoted wife to the late Ronald, cherished and loving Mum to Chris and Debra. Proud Grandma and Great Grandma to Danielle, Alex, Nathan, Morgan, Amber, Bridie, Lyla, Ella and baby Nancy. Mary will be sadly missed by all her loving family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at St Gregorys Church on Friday 22nd November at 11.15am prior to interment at Hartshill Cemetery. Family flowers only by request please and any kind donations in memory of Mary to The Douglas Macmillan. All donations and enquiries to: H Dale Funeral Service, 176 Anchor Road, Sandford Hill, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 5EF. Tel: 01782 313866.

Keith LOCKLEY

Suddenly, whilst at home, on Monday 28th October 2024, Keith Lockley aged 86 years of Sandford Hill. Keith was the devoted husband to his late wife Jean, a much loved brother to Eve and brother in law to Trevor, Mavis and Chris. He was a much adored Uncle to Sharron and Duncan, and many nieces and nephews. Keith was also a cherished grandad to Megan and Owen. Keith will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral Service will take place at St Mary & St Chads Church on Friday 29th November 2024 at 1.30pm, followed by committal at Carmountside Crematorium at 2.45. Family flowers only by request of the family please, and any kind donations in memory of Keith to Douglas Macmillan Hospice and British Heart Foundation. All donations and enquiries to: H Dale Funeral Service, 176 Anchor Road, Sandford Hill, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 5EF. Tel: 01782 313866.