Announcements have been made and loving messages have been left this week by those who are mourning the loss of their loved ones.
Those that have passed have been remembered by relatives and friends in touching tribute, many with details about funeral arrangements, while others mark anniversaries and birthdays for the deceased.
Each notice has been published in the Manchester Evening News print edition in the last week - from Sunday, November 9 to Sunday, November 24 - before being featured online.
To see the full list of death notices, in memoriams, and birthday memoriams, then please visit the Manchester Evening News section in Funeral Notices online.
You can search by names, date range, and filter by time or alphabetically.
Death notices
Alan Caldecott
Sadly passed away on the 7th November 2019 aged 68 years after a long illness.
Devoted dad, cherished grandad, loving brother and a much loved friend to many.
Funeral Service to take place at Agecroft Crematorium on Thursday 21st November at 1pm. Instead of flowers people/friends should buy a pint for someone who can't afford one and tell them to drink it with my blessing and in my memory.
Donations, if desired on the day, to MNDA. All further enquiries to Prestwich Co-op Funeralcare Tel: 0161 773 1071.
Published: 18/11/19
Hometown: Manchester
Harold Spence
On Saturday 9th November 2019. Harold passed away peacefully in Clifton Hospital aged 93 years.
The beloved husband of the late Anne (née Rennie d. 2008) dearly loved Dad of Julie and Rob. Father-in-law to Dave and Elaine, a proud and caring Paps to Gareth and Adam, great grandfather to Ruby and Phoebe, a loving brother to Lilian, and a respected Uncle.
Harold was a retired Police Inspector with GMP where he served until 1979.
The funeral service will be held at Park Crematorium, Regent Avenue, Lytham FY8 4AB on Tuesday 26th November at 12.30pm.
Family flowers only please, donations, in lieu if so desired, for the benefit of the British Heart Foundation or RNLI c/o and all further enquiries to Horsfield & Family Funeral Directors, Rose Court Funeral Home, 1A St David's Road North, St Annes, FY8 2AT. Tel: 01253 781011.
Published: 18/11/19
Hometown: Manchester
Denzil Charles Falconer
Known as Mark and Flicker, passed away at Manchester Royal Infirmary on the 22nd of October.
He is remembered for his love of Manchester Utd, music and enjoyment in laughter.
The funeral service will be held at the Old Chapel, Manchester Crematorium on Friday 22nd of November at 1pm. Donations if desired, can be made in Denzil's memory to Cancer Research UK, flowers are welcome. Any enquiries please contact Leech's Funeralcare on 0161 226 5111.
Published: 19/11/19
Hometown: Manchester
Margaret Patricia Pearson
Peacefully on 13th November 2019, after a long illness borne with dignity and fortitude, fortified by the rites of holy mother Church, Margaret aged 67 years RIP and of Whitefield.
The dearly loved sister of Stephen, much loved sister-in-law of Dawn and a devoted aunt of Melissa, Claire and Alanna.
Margaret's family would like to express their thanks to the nursing staff of ward H3 and North Manchester General for the excellent care shown to Margaret.
A Requiem Mass will be offered at Our Lady of Grace Church, Prestwich on Thursday 28th November at 12noon family flowers only please; donations if desired for the benefit of Bury Hospice. Donations may be forwarded along with all enquiries to Paul Williams Independent Funeral Directors 215 Bury New Road, Whitefield, M45 8GW Tel 0161 796 6018 www.paulwilliamsfunerals.co.uk.
Published: 20/11/19
Hometown: Whitefield
David Robinson
On 1st November 2019 peacefully in hospital surrounded by his loving family. The beloved Husband of Marion, dearly loved Dad of Darren and Joanne, doting Grandad to Jack, Chloe, Jessica-May and Dylan.
Dave Robbo will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by all his family and friends.
Funeral service to take place at The Manchester Crematorium on Wednesday 27th November at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only please, donations if desired can be made in memory of Dave for The British Lung Foundation.
All enquiries may be forwarded to C L Birkett & Son Funeral Directors, 111 Higher Road, Urmston, M41 9FQ. Tel 0161 746 8242.
Published: 20/11/19
Hometown: Stretford
Irene Barlow
Suddenly on 8th November in Hospital, Irene was a Teacher for many years at Light Oaks School Salford. She will be sadly missed by her many friends.
Committal at Peel Green Crematorium on 27th November at 11am. Flowers or donations in lieu to Salford Royal Hospital. Any enquiries to Alder Forest Funeral Home, 375 Worsley Road, Winton, Eccles. M30 8HU, Tel: 0161 707 8778.
Published: 21/11/19
Hometown: Salford
Jean Baron
Peacefully at her daughters home on the 2nd November 2019 aged 79 years. Jean formerly of Levenshulme. A dear Mum, Gran and friend to many.
Jean will be missed by all her family and friends. Family flowers only or donations if desired to Francis House.
Funeral service to take place at St Peter's Church, Stockport Road, Levenshulme, Manchester M19 3BS on Thursday 28th November at 2.30pm followed by committal at Manchester Crematorium. All enquiries to Charles Robb Funeral Care Tel No: 0161 224 1200.
Published: 21/11/19
Hometown: Levenshulme
Cardella Campbell
Known to her family as Della, aged an amazing 101, formerly of Rosehill Summerfield Jamaica, came to England in 1961 and resided at 50 Fairlawn St Moss Side.
Dedicated to her beloved New Testament Church Brooks Bar and married to T/L Eric Stanford Campbell. She sadly passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Friday 8th of November.
The beloved and cherished mother, grandmother and great-great-grandmother is survived by her 5 children, Blossom, Rose, Eloise, Manley and Paul. She leaves behind 20 Grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren & 1 great-great-grandchild; she has been truly blessed to see 5 generations in her time.
The funeral service will be held at New Testament Church of God, Upper Chorlton Rd, 11am, Wednesday 27th of November. Flowers are welcome. Any enquiries please contact Leech's Funeralcare on 0161 226 5111.
Published: 21/11/19
Hometown: Manchester
Ann Bernadette Cash
Sadly passed away on 7th November 2019, aged 77 years. Ann, the much loved wife to Michael and a special mother to Lee, Michael and Anthony.
Ann was also a devoted nanna to all her grandchildren. She will truly be sadly missed.
Funeral service will take place at St Brigid's RC Church, Beswick on Monday 25th November at 12.00, followed by committal at Gorton Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of C. Taylors Funeral Directors, Gorton. 0161 2230793.
Published: 21/11/19
Hometown: Manchester
Christine (Tina) Dalton (Maddock)
It is with great sadness that we announce that Christine (Tina) passed away suddenly and peacefully in hospital on 2nd November 2019, surrounded by her family, aged 73 years old.
Beloved wife to Terry, loving mother to Tony, Darren, Lee and Zoe, treasured nana and great nana to Emma, Vicky, Megan, Anthony, Robyn, Wesley, Harriet, Kelly, Betsy, Daniel, Niamh and Aria and a loving Sister to Angela, Kathleen, Jimmy, Mary and Josie. She will be sadly missed by all of her family and friends.
Everybody who knew Christine is invited to join her family for a celebration of her life at St Stephen's Church Droylsden on Thursday 28th November 2019 at 10:00am followed by committal at Droylsden Cemetery at 11:00am.
Donations if desired to Willow Wood Hospice. All enquiries: James Bradley & Sons Funeral Directors, 10-12 North Road, Clayton, Manchester, M11-4WE Tel:0161 223 0595.
Published: 21/11/19
Hometown: Manchester
William Eckersall
Peacefully passed away on the 27th October 2019, aged 91 years. Adored Dad to Susan and devoted Grandad to Sara and Rhian, also recently Great Grandad to twins Poppy and Florence.
William will be sadly missed by all extended family Steve, Richard, Marc and all of his friends from The Turnpike and The Orion, especially John and Martin.
Funeral service to take place at Manchester Crematorium on Wednesday 27th November 2019 at 4.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations are being received in memory of William to Manchester Cats Protection League. For all enquiries, please contact Amanda at Co-op Funeralcare, Tel: 0161 998 2120.
Published: 21/11/19
Hometown: Manchester
June Firth
Peacefully in Rose Court Nursing Home on 17th November 2019 June, aged 72 years. Beloved wife of Les, treasured Mum of Emma and Oliver. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.
Funeral Service and Committal will take place on Monday 25th November 2019 at East Lancashire Crematorium, Radcliffe at 3.30pm. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Radcliffe Tel: 0161 724 4151.
Published: 21/11/19
Hometown: Manchester
Roy Thomas Hooper
Suddenly in hospital on Thursday 7th November 2019. Roy aged 86 years of Burnage (formerly of Longsight), Manchester.
Beloved and Loving husband of the late Alice, father of Paul, Lesley and Graham, father-in-law to Roy, Lynn and Samantha, Grandad to Karen, Sarah, Alison, Michael, Eleanor and Thomas and their partners Stuart, Richard and Claire. Great grandad to Sophia, Joshua and Joseph.
Uncle and friend to many, will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Service and committal at Manchester Crematorium on Friday 29th November at 2pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to St. Ann's Hospice c/o and inqs to George Ball & Son, 39 Derby Range, Heaton Moor, Stockport, SK4 4AB Tel: 0161 432 2131.
Published: 21/11/19
Hometown: Burnage
Bill Jolly
On Monday 11th November 2019, aged 72 years. The family of Bill AKA Mr Search for a Star, respectfully invite all family, friends and acquaintances to attend a Funeral Service at Agecroft Crematorium on Monday 25th November at 3pm.
A life so amazingly lived, deserves to be beautifully remembered. Family flowers only please but donations if desired to Salford Lads Club c/o Lilleywhite Funeral Service, 301 Bury Old Road, Prestwich, M25 1JA. 0161 773 2749.
Published: 21/11/19
Hometown: Manchester. Notable areas: Salford, Prestwich
Jean Jones Littler
Peacefully with her family by her side, passed away on 12th November 2019 in hospital aged 77 years. Cherished wife of Eddie, dearly loved mum to Gill and Helen and mother-in-law to Peter and Bryan.
Devoted grandma to Matthew and Christopher and lovely step-nan to Catherine and Michael. Jean will be desperately missed by all who love her.
Funeral Service will take place at Manchester Crematorium Thursday 28th November 2019 at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Jean to The Heart Foundation and Cancer Research UK. Enquiries to Pepperdine Barrett Funeral Directors, 0161 881 5363.
Published: 21/11/19
Hometown: Manchester
Brian Sykes
Passed away peacefully at Faversham House Nursing Home in Urmston Manchester on the 10th November 2019 aged 82 years.
The beloved husband of the late Avril, much loved Dad of Philip, David, Peter and Antony, a very devoted father-in-law, a devoted Grandad to James, Shauna, Darcy, Taylor and Daisy, a loving brother to Reg, and former Group Scout Leader of the 17th Sale Scout Group.
Dad worked all his life for the Manchester Guardian, The Guardian and latterly the Manchester Evening News. He was a dear friend to many.
Funeral service to be held at Altrincham Crematorium on Wednesday 4th December 2019 at 12.45pm, and onwards to the Belmore Hotel on Brooklands Road, Sale, where all are welcome. Family flowers only please, donations may be made to the RNIB, and Dementia UK. All enquiries and donations to Arthur Gresty Ltd, 305 Manchester Road, Altrincham. Cheshire. WA14 5PH.
Published: 21/11/19
Hometown: Sale. Notable areas: Droylsden, Stretford.
John Tunstall
Originally from Heywood, John passed away on Tuesday 12th November at Eden Mansions Care Home, Styal, Wilmslow. A dearly loved brother to Jim, and son to Arthur and Ellen Tunstall (both deceased), brother in law to Sue, and uncle to Lee, Mark and Sarah, great uncle to Moel, Claude, Darcey and Fox.
Cremation at 10.30 am at Manchester Crematorium, Southern Cemetery 3rd December 2019. No flowers, please, donations to Alzheimer's Society.
Published: 21/11/19
Hometown: Heywood
May Twentyman
Passed away on Monday 4th November 2019 Aged 87 years. The funeral service will take place on Tuesday 26th November 12.00 noon at Altrincham Crematorium.
Family flowers only, donations if desired to the benefit of Cancer Research UK. All enquiries to Sale Coop Funeralcare on Tel: 0161 907 1735.
Published: 21/11/19
Hometown: Sale
Debra Yates
Debbie Passed away in hospital on the 17th November 2019 aged 58 years after a short illness.
She is the dearly loved Mam to Alan and Danny, a much loved Sister to Tracey, Hazel and Lorraine, a cherished Grandmother to Evie, and a dear Mother in Law to Billy and Becky. She will be very sadly missed by all her family and friends.
The funeral service and committal will take place at Agecroft Crematorium at 3.00pm on Monday 2nd December 2019. All enquiries to Laithwaites Funeralcare, Salford. Tel. 0161 736 1414.
Published: 21/11/19
Hometown: Manchester
Doris Blackledge
Peacefully on the 19th November 2019, Doris aged 100 years and late of Prestwich. The dearly beloved wife of the late Amos, much loved mother of Lance and David, dear mother-in-law of Margaret and Irene, devoted grandmother of Adrian, Scott and Hazel, great-grandmother of Sophie, Joshua, Bethany, Ashleigh and Demi, loving sister of Carina and the late Jimmy, Clifford and Dobby, dear sister-in-law of the late Ernest and a cherished aunt of Gordon and Susan Carina.
The funeral service and interment will take place at the Parish Church of St. Margaret, Holyrood, Prestwich on Wednesday 27th November at 1pm. Family flowers only please; donations if desired for the benefit of Wood Street Mission, Manchester.
Donations may be forwarded along with all enquiries to Paul Williams Independent Funeral Directors 215 Bury New Road, Whitefield, M45 8GW Tel 0161 796 6018 www.paulwilliamsfunerals.co.uk.
Published: 22/11/19
Hometown: Prestwich
Patrick (Paddy) Cahill
On October 27th 2019 Fortified By The Rites of Holy Mother Church suddenly at home in Fallowfield Paddy aged 86 years. The dearly beloved Husband of the late Doreen.
Loving Dad of Maria, Jackie, Patrick and James. A loved Grandad, Great Grandad, Brother, Uncle and Father in Law of John, Diane and the late Darren. RIP.
Requiem Mass at St Kentigern's RC Church, Fallowfield on Thursday November 28th at 10-00am prior to interment at Southern Cemetery. Family flowers only by request donations preferred to Cornerstone. All donations and enquiries to P Loftus & Son, 263 Barlow Moor Rd, Chorlton, M21 7GJ or Tel 861-9336.
Published: 22/11/19
Hometown: Manchester
Sheila Josephine Coulson
Peacefully in Macclesfield Hospital on 16th November 2019, of Lower Withington and formerly Allostock and Heald Green. Sheila, aged 81 years, the dear wife of the late Alan and a much loved mother and mother-in-law of Andy and Judith.
Funeral service at St Vincent's RC Church, Knutsford on Wednesday 27th November at 11.00am followed by private interment. Family flowers only please, donations if wished for St Vincent de Paul's RC Church Choir or Chelford Together. Donations and enquiries to Dodgson's Funeral Service, 25 Manchester Road, Knutsford, WA16 0LY. Tel: 01565 634251.
Published: 22/11/19
Hometown Heald Green
Robert Hitchen
On 29th October 2019, aged 80 years. Beloved Dad, Grandad, Brother and Uncle. Robert will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.
Family flowers only please donations if desired to Multiple Sclerosis. Service and Committal to take place at The Manchester Crematorium on Tuesday 26th November, at 3.00pm, Old Chapel. Funeral service entrusted to the care of Charles Robb Funeralcare. Tel: 0161 224 1200.
Published: 22/11/19
Hometown: Manchester
Joyce Hough
Passed away peacefully at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary on Saturday 16th November 2019. Joyce Hough aged 99 years young. Formerly of Eccles, Manchester.
Wife to the late William Johnston and to the late Albert Hough, much loved mum to Anne, also a cherished grandma, great grandma, sister, auntie and friend to all. A sweet and kind lady who will be sorely missed by all.
Published: 22/11/19
Hometown: Aberdeen. Notable areas: Eccles.
Charles Makin
Born in January 1936 formerly of Moston and Rhodes, passed away after a long illness on 9th November 2019 aged 83 years.
Loving Husband to Joan, dearest Father to Neil, Stepfather to Paula, devoted Grandad to Christine, Jamie, Rachel and Megan. Big Brother to Mike, the late Maureen, the late Christine and the late John. He will be sadly missed by his extended family and friends.
Service and Interment at St.Joseph's Cemetery Chapel, Moston at 1.30pm on Thursday 28th November 2019. Donations if desired in Charlie's memory to the Stroke Association or Cancer Research. Enquiries to S.Wellens & Sons 0161 643 2677.
Published: 22/11/19
Hometown: Moston
Thomas McCormick
Of Withington, formerly of Emery Avenue, Chorlton. Passed away suddenly at home on 10th November 2019, aged 82 years. Funeral to be held on Friday 29th November at Southern Cemetery Chapel at 1.15pm, followed by interment.
Everyone welcome afterwards to The Metropolitan in Didsbury. All enquiries to Kane Funeral Services, Withington. 0161 445 7445.
Published: 22/11/19
Hometown: Withington
Angela Morris
Beloved daughter of Marjory Morris died aged 74 on Sunday the 3rd November.
A remembrance service will be held at 2pm on Friday 29th November 2019 at St Nicholas Church Burnage, Kingsway, Manchester M19 1PL followed by the committal at 3pm at Manchester Crematorium. All enquires to the Co-Op Funeralcare Chorlton 0161-881-2212.
Published: 22/11/19
Hometown: Manchester
George Wilde
On 23rd October, suddenly, in hospital, George, aged 71 years. Beloved husband of Irene, much loved dad of David and Emma, loving brother of Joan.
The funeral will take place on Wednesday 27th November 2019 at 11.30am at Blackley Crematorium Chapel followed by interment at Blackley Cemetery. Flowers welcome or donations if desired to the British Lung Foundation. Bright colours to be worn please as requested by the family. All further enquiries to Co-operative Funeralcare, Failsworth. Tel: 0161 682 6139.
Published: 22/11/19
Hometown: Manchester
In Memoriams
George Daley
"Sadly missed along life's way, lovingly remembered every day, no longer in my life to share but in my heart you are always there.- Your beloved Wife Gwen xxx."
Brenda Anne Betney
"Died November 20 2002 You suffered much in silence, your spirit did not bend You fought for life with courage, until the very end But you left us precious memories that made us laugh and cry But the love you planted in our hearts, will never ever die. Love from your loving Husband George and Family."
Craig Christopher Chester
"04/07/1981 - 26/11/2018 A year has passed but you are always in our thoughts. From Mum and Dad, Partner Kerry, Children Nathan, Abigail, Ryan, Lucas and Scarlett, Brother Duane and Kirsty. Love you always."
Robert Wozencroft
"Robert Passed 20 November 2014, 5 years Dad, your wisdom still helps daily. All our love Christine, Pearl, Stephen, Karl, Joan."
"BOB 20th November 2014. 5 years, the pain is still raw, always in our hearts. - Wife Mary, Sons Leonard and Robert and Granddaughter Lilly Summer xxxx."
Leah Fallon
"In memory 27.11.93 JAMES Birthday memories 20.11. We think of you everyday, in our hearts you will always stay. Also loving birthday wishes of Margaret (3rd December). Loved and missed forever. From Peter, Christine, grandson Peter and Kayleigh, great-grandsons Roman-James and Leo."
Derek Holding
"When God called you back to the garden of Heaven, He gave you a task to complete, to pave the way for an angel on Earth to return back to be by your side, your beautiful wife. May God grant you both eternal happiness. RIP. Look after my mum in a million as you always did. 'Til we all meet again.- Heartbroken Di and Oscor xx."
Paul Hourigan
"15 Year Anniversary Lonely is the home without you, life to us is not the same, all the world would be like Heaven, if we could have you back again. Your loving Wife Phil and the Family, Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren."
Mass in Paul's memory will be at St Thomas of Canterbury Church, Salford, Saturday 23rd November at 17:30pm and Sunday 24th November at 11:00am.
Birthday Memoriams
Brian James Kinehan
"Birthday Wishes. No words ever spoken Brian, or verse could ever convey, how much we love and miss you, on this, your special day. Love Mum and all the family xxxx."
Acknowledgements
Joyce Fentem
"Fred Reeves the nephew of the late Joyce Fentem R.I.P. would sincerely like to thank all friends and neighbours for their kind expressions of sympathy, and kind donations to The Alzheimer's Society, received during their recent and very sad loss. £300 was raised from the collection.
"Many thanks to Alex McGowan for her kind words and comforting ministrations. A special thanks to Chorlton Place Nursing Home for their care and devotion to Joyce over the last 20 months. Sincere thanks to all those kind people who attended the service at The Manchester Crematorium.
"Thanks to all the staff at Chorlton Golf Club for their wonderful catering arrangements. Many thanks also to Eamonn A. Kennedy Funeral Directors for their caring and dignified funeral arrangements."
Irene Elizabeth Nestor (Nee Snee)
"The family of the late Irene Elizabeth Nestor R.I.P. would sincerely like to thank all Family, Friends, Relatives and Neighbours, for their support, messages of sympathy, Mass cards and donations to Cornerstone, received during their recent sad loss.
"Grateful thanks to to the staff of F9 Oldham Royal Hospital, District Nursing Staff, Springhill Hospice and Routes Healthcare, Rochdale. Special thanks to Fr Francis Austin, Canon Alan Denneny, Fr Andrew Starkey and Fr Derek Woodhead. Also the Presentation Sisters and all who attended Irene's Requiem Mass. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions."
William John Reeves
"Gary, Steven, Susan and Sarah wish to sincerely thank all relatives, friends and neighbours, for their tremendous support, kind expressions of sympathy, many condolence and mass cards, and generous donations received to Willow Wood/Macmillan Nurses.
"A big thank you to the Medical Staff at Tameside Hospital and Manchester Royal Infirmary for their care and attention to Bill. A very special thank you to Father Peter Kinsella and Father Ryder for the wonderful Requiem Mass in celebration of Bill's life and many thanks also to Sister Doleres.
"Thank you to 'The Green' Funeral Services for their care and excellent funeral arrangements, and finally a big thank you to all the many people who attended the service to say a final farewell to Bill 'A Truly Wonderful Gentleman' forever in our hearts. God Bless you all."
