Funeral Notices

ALEXANDER Kathleen (Kate)

Peacefully on Monday, 23^rd December 2024 at her home, Kate aged 72 years of Macclesfield. The dearly loved Wife of John, a much-loved Mother of Keri and Mark. She will be sadly missed and most fondly remembered by her loving family and friends. The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Monday, 3^rd February 2025 at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only by request, donations if desired may be sent for Macmillan.

BENSON Kenneth Henry “Benny”

On Monday, 23^rd December 2024 peacefully in Hospital, Kenneth aged 91 years.  A dearly loved Father and a cherished Grandfather.  Kenneth will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all his loving Family and Friends.  The Direct Cremation will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium.

BROCKLEHURST Lynda Mary

On Thursday, 2^nd January 2025 peacefully in a local care home, Lynda aged 76 years.  The dearly loved Wife of the late John Douglas (Doug), much loved Mother of Amanda and Daniel and a cherished Grandmother.  Lynda will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all her loving Family and Friends.  The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Friday, 31^st January 2025 at 3.30 p.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of Dementia UK.

BROWN Michael Charles Simon

On Monday 16th December 2024, peacefully in hospital, Michael aged 62 years.  The Funeral Service and Commital will take place at 3.30 p.m. on Friday 10th January 2025 at Macclesfield Crematorium.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of Brain Tumour Research.

BYROM Valerie Anne

On Monday 2^nd December 2024, peacefully at home, Val aged 86 years.  Beloved and loving Wife of Gordon, loving Mother of Gary and Clare, much loved Mother-in-Law to Charlotte, loving and devoted Grandmother of Sophie, Holly, Grace, Eva and Theo and a dearly loved Sister of Terry, Peter, the late Marie and the late Beryl.  Val will be missed greatly by all who knew her.  The Funeral Service will take place at 10.00 a.m. on Tuesday 31^st December at Macclesfield Crematorium followed by private Interment in Macclesfield Cemetery.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of Cancer Research UK.

CALDWELL Margaret

On Thursday 5th December 2024, peacefully in hospital, Margaret aged 86 years.  The Funeral Service and Commital will take place at 3.30 p.m. on Wednesday 8th January 2025 at Macclesfield Crematorium.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the East Cheshire Hospice.

CAMPBELL Robert James

On Wednesday, 1^st January 2025 peacefully at home, Bob aged 75 years.  Robert will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all his loving Family and Friends.  A Private Funeral Service will be taking place.

COLBOURNE Thomas Keith

On Wednesday 1st January 2025, peacefully at home, Keith aged 86 years.  The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at 2.45 p.m. on Thursday 6th February at Macclesfield Crematorium.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the British Heart Foundation or the Winday Ways Trust.

CORNES Pamela Edith

Peacefully on Saturday, 14^th December 2024 at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Pamela aged 89 years of Macclesfield. The dearly loved Wife of the late George Ronald Cornes. She will be sadly missed and most fondly remembered by her loving family and friends. The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Friday, 17^th January 2025 at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only by request, donations if desired may be sent for the Windyway Trust.

DOWD Ada Beatrice Hatzan “Beatrice”

Peacefully on Saturday, 14^th December 2024 in a local care home, Beatrice aged 87 years of Prestbury.  The dearly loved Wife of the late Jim, beloved and much loved Mother of Russell and the late Paul and a cherished Grandmother.  Beatrice will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all her loving Family and Friends.  The Funeral Service will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium Chapel on Tuesday, 14^th January 2025 at 10.45 a.m. Followed by Interment in Macclesfield Cemetery.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of Alzheimer’s Society.

EARDLEY John Richard

Peacefully on Thursday, 12^th December 2024 at Macclesfield District General Hospital, John aged 88 years of Macclesfield, formerly of Clough House Farm, Wildboarclough. The dearly loved Husband of Jennifer, a much-loved Father of David and Philip, loving Father-In-Law of Jane and Karen, cherished Grandad of William and Thomas. He will be sadly missed and most fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends. The Funeral Service will take place at St. Saviour’s Church Wildboarclough, on Thursday 16^th January 2025 at 10.30 a.m. Prior to Interment in the Churchyard. Family flowers only by request, donations if desired may be sent for St. Saviour’s Churchyard Fund or the British Heart Foundation.

FORSE Jean Margaret

On Friday, 29^th November 2024 peacefully in Hospital, Jean aged 93 years.  The dearly loved Wife of the late Sidney, much loved Mother of Anne, Margaret and Peter and a cherished Grandmother and Great Grandmother.  Jean will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all her loving Family and Friends.  A Private Committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium followed a Service of Thanksgiving at the Tytherington Family Worship Church on Monday, 23^rd December 2024 at 11.00 a.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of Christian Aid or the East Cheshire Hospice.

GALLEY Frederick “Norman”

On Saturday, 4^th January 2025 peacefully in a local care home, Norman aged 83 years of Macclesfield.  The dearly loved Husband of Maria and a much-loved Father of Stephen and Vincent.  Norman will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all his loving Family and Friends.  Private Family Funeral Service.

GILLIBRAND Anthony

On Tuesday 3rd December 2024, peacefully in the East Cheshire Hospice, Tony aged 61 years.  The Funeral Service will take place at 2.00 p.m. on Friday 3rd January 2025 at The Parish Church of St Michael and All Angels followed by a private Service of Committal which will take place at 3.30 p.m. at Macclesfield Crematorium.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of Brain Tumour Research or the East Cheshire Hospice.

Gold Antony

On Thursday, 12^th December 2024 peacefully at home with his family at his side, Antony aged 66 years.  The dearly loved Husband of Sally, beloved and much-loved Father and a treasured Brother.  Antony will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all his loving Family and Friends.  The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Tuesday, 24^th December 2024 at 10.00 a.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of Medical Aid For Palestinians.

HEATHCOTE Amy

Suddenly but peacefully passed away on Wednesday, 4^th December 2024 at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Amy aged 30 years of Marton. The dearly loved Wife of Stefan, much-loved Mummy of Poppy and Fred, loving Daughter of Amanda, treasured Sister of Mike, Lucy and Will. She will be sadly missed and most fondly remembered by all her loving family and friends. The Funeral Service will take place at St. Michael’s Parish Church on Tuesday, 7^th January 2025 at 11.45 a.m. Prior to a Private Service of Committal at Macclesfield Crematorium at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only by request, donations if desired may be sent for Poppy and Fred.

KAN Yui Kuen

On Wednesday, 1^st January 2025 peacefully in Hospital, Gwen aged 70 years.  A dearly loved Wife, beloved Mother and a cherished Grandmother.  Gwen will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all her loving Family and Friends.  The Funeral Service will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium Chapel on Monday, 10^th February 2025 at 10.00 a.m. followed by Interment in Macclesfield Cemetery.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the Christie Hospital.

KELLETT Hannah Marie

On Tuesday, 17^th December 2024 suddenly at her home, Hannah aged 56 years of Macclesfield. The much-loved Mother of Joanne, Gemma, Kelly, Aaron and the late Damian. She will be sadly missed and most fondly remembered by her loving family and friends. The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Tuesday, 21^st January 2025 at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only by request, donations if desired may be sent for M.I.N.D.

LAKEMAN Brita

On Tuesday, 31^st December 2024 peacefully in a local care home, Brita aged 89 years.  The dearly loved Wife of Alan, beloved Mother of Sarah and Mary and a cherished Grandmother and Great Grandmother.  Brita will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all her loving Family and Friends.  The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Wednesday, 22^nd January 2025 at 2.00 p.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the Stroke Association.

MALKIN Brian

On Sunday, 24^th November 2024 peacefully at home, Brian aged 72 years.  Brian will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all his loving Family and Friends.  The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Thursday, 30^th January 2025 at 10.00 a.m.

McDERMOTT John Francis

Peacefully on Monday, 6^th January 2025 at Macclesfield District General Hospital, John aged 79 years of Macclesfield. The dearly loved partner of the late Moira, a much-loved Step-Father of Peter, Sandra and the late Lisa. He will be sadly missed and most fondly remembered by his loving family and friends. The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Friday, 7^th February 2025 at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only by request, donations if desired may be sent for the East Cheshire Hospice.

McGUINNESS DAVID

Peacefully on Saturday, 7^th December 2024 at Prestbury House Care Home, David aged 89 years of Macclesfield. Former member of Macclesfield Majestic Theatre Group and Macclesfield Amateur Dramatic Society. (MADS)  The dearly loved Partner of Olga, a much-loved Father of Shaun, Carl and Adrian, loving Father-In-Law of Linda and a cherished Grandad to Matthew, Jessica & James.  He will be sadly missed and most fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends.  A Funeral Service for family and close friends will take place at St. James Church, Gawsworth. Prior to Interment at Macclesfield Cemetery. Family flowers only by request, donations if desired may be sent for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust.

McKENNA Christine Olive (Chris)

Peacefully on Tuesday, 24^th December 2024 at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Chris aged 79 years of Macclesfield. The dearly loved Wife of the late John Joseph McKenna, a much-loved Mother of Louise, Glynn and the late Richard. She will be sadly missed and most fondly remembered by all her loving family and friends. The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Wednesday, 29^th January 2025 at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only by request, donations if desired may be sent for the Windyway Trust.

MEEHAN Shirley Blanche

Peacefully on Thursday, 2^nd January 2025 at Woodlands Care Home, Shirley aged 88 years of Macclesfield. The dearly loved Wife of the late Brian John Meehan, a much-loved Mother of Tim and Russ. She will be sadly missed and most fondly remembered by her loving family and friends. The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Friday, 7^th February 2025 at 10.00 a.m. Family flowers only by request, donations if desired may be sent for the East Cheshire Hospice.

MORRIS Eric John

Peacefully on Tuesday, 24^th December 2024 in the East Cheshire Hospice, Eric aged 83 years.  The dearly loved Husband of the late Jean, beloved Father and a much-loved Grandfather and Great Grandfather.  Eric will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all his loving Family and Friends.  The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Thursday, 30^th January 2025 at 11.30 a.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the East Cheshire Hospice or the British Heart Foundation.

OGDEN Gerard Vincent “Gerry”

On Tuesday, 7^th January 2025 peacefully at home, Gerry aged 85 years.  The dearly loved Husband of Glenda, a loved Stepfather and a cherished Grandfather.  Gerry will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all his loving Family and Friends.  The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Thursday, 23^rd January 2025 at 10.00 a.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the British Heart Foundation.

OKILL Philip John

On Sunday 5^th January 2025, peacefully at home, Philip aged 68 years.  Beloved and loving Husband of Louise, loving Father of Sophie and Tom, much loved Brother of Sue, Rick, Helen, Margaret and the late Stephen.  Philip was the former proprietor of Armstrong Ker (Macclesfield) Limited and will be missed greatly by all who knew him.  The Funeral Service will take place at 10.30 a.m. on Tuesday 28^th January at The Parish Church of St James The Great, Gawsworth followed by Interment in the Churchyard.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of Macmillan Cancer Support.

PARROTT Vivienne Rose

Peacefully on Friday, 27^th December 2024 in the East Cheshire Hospice, Vivienne aged 76 years.  The dearly loved Wife of Maxwell, beloved and much-loved Mother of Davin and Isabel, cherished Grandmother and a treasured Great Grandmother.  Vivienne will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all her loving Family and Friends.  The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Friday, 24^th January 2025 at 10.45 a.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the East Cheshire Hospice.

PEOVER Anna Marie

Peacefully on Saturday, 28^th December 2024 at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Anna aged 81 years of Macclesfield. The dearly loved Wife of the late William, a much-loved Mother of Nigel and Neil. She will be sadly missed and most fondly remembered by her loving family and friends. The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Tuesday, 4th February 2025 at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only by request, donations if desired may be sent for Macmillan.

RIDGWAY Keith

On Saturday 14th December 2024, peacefully in a local care home, Keith aged 86 years.  The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at 3.30 p.m. on Monday 6th January 2025 at Macclesfield Crematorium.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the Alzheimer’s Society.

SAMWELLS John Edwin

On Monday 2nd December 2024, peacefully in hospital, John aged 51 years.  The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at 9.15 a.m. on Wednesday 8th January 2025 at Macclesfield Crematorium.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of Diabetes UK.

SCHOFIELD Derek

On Wednesday, 18^th December 2024 peacefully in Hospital, Derek aged 90 years.  The dearly loved Husband of the late Margaret and a beloved and much loved Father of James.  Derek will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all his loving Family and Friends.  The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Thursday, 23^rd January 2025 at 2.00 p.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the East Cheshire Hospice or towards a Community Defibrillator.

SHERRATT Barbara Lees

On Thursday 19th December 2024, peacefully in a local care home, Barbara aged 86 years.  Beloved and loving Wife of the late Colin, loving Mother of Susan and Julie, a dear Mother-in-Law to Paul, devoted Grandmother of John, David, Claire and the late Michael, Great-Grandmother of Nicole, Owen, Xander and Florence and a much loved Sister of the late Marjorie and the late David.  Barbara will be missed greatly by all who knew her.  The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at 10.45 a.m. on Friday 17th January 2025 at Macclesfield Crematorium.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the Alzheimer’s Society.

SLATER Walter

On Thursday, 28^th November 2024, peacefully in hospital, Walter aged 98 years.  Beloved and loving Husband of the late Beatrice, loving Father of Alison and Pauline, much loved Father-in-Law to Mark, devoted Grandfather of John and Adele and a dear Brother of the late Joan.  Walter will be missed greatly by all who knew him.  The Funeral Service will take place at 10.00 a.m. on Monday, 30^th December at The Parish Church of St Thomas, Henbury followed by private Interment.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of Versus Arthritis or the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution.

WILLIAMS Dafydd Gwynfor

On Thursday, 28^th November 2024 peacefully in Hospital, Dafydd aged 67 years.  The dearly loved Husband of Judith, beloved and much-loved Father of Heather, Matthew and Jessica, cherished Grandfather of Penelope and Cora and a treasured Brother.  Dafydd will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all his loving Family and Friends.  The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Stockport Crematorium in the Rowan Chapel on Monday, 6^th January 2025 at 12.15 p.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of The Christie or The Brain Tumour Charity.

WOMBY Peter Thomas

On Saturday 11th January 2025, peacefully in Hospital, Peter aged 95 years.  The Funeral Service will take place at 1.15 p.m. on Monday, 10th February at Sutton St James Parish Church followed by a private Service of Committal which will take place at 2.45 p.m. at Macclesfield Crematorium.  Family flowers only, by request.