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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.
Death Notices
Aged 83 years. Passed peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late James Mark Abraham, loving mother to Diana Heugh, Pearl Davenport, Mark Abraham and Pauline Abraham. You will be forever in our hearts and missed.
The funeral service will be held on Wednesday 21st September 2022 at Rochdale Crematorium at 11:10am. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Springhill Hospice. All further enquiries to Rochdale Funeralcare, Co-op. Tel: 01706 653622.
Pat Patricia Mary Allman (Pat) peacefully passed away in hospital on the 8th September 2022, aged 76 years. Much loved Wife to Eddie and Mum to Sara and Steven Pat will be sadly missed by all who knew her.
Funeral service to be held on Thursday 29th September at Stockport Crematorium, Rowan Chapel at 1pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to The Christie.
All enqs. and donations to George Hill Funeral Directors, 71 London Rd, Hazel Grove, SK7 4AX. Tel. 0161 483 3414.
Passed away at Willow Wood Hospice on September 5th, 2022 aged 59 years. Mark is the dearly beloved husband of Elaine, much loved brother of Richard, cherished step-dad of John and James and a treasured grandad to Leah, Logan, Leyton, Arian and Mila.
“Mark will be greatly missed by all who knew him” The funeral will take place on Friday September 16th, 2022. Service and committal in Dukinfield Crematorium at 3.30 pm.
Family flowers only please, donations preferred for Willow Wood Hospice. Enquiries to Jason O’Brien & Family Funeral Services Ltd. 44 Henrietta St, Ashton-under-Lyne. OL6 6HW. Tel :- 0161 339 3036.
Died at home on Friday, 26th August 2022, aged 90 years. Margaret, of Sale, the beloved Wife of the late Jack (R.I.P.), and a very special Mother, Nana and Great-Grandma. Margaret will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.
Requiem Mass at St. Joseph’s Church, Sale, on Tuesday, 27th September at 12 noon prior to interment at Sale Cemetery at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to ‘New Start’ or ‘Hemihelp’.
All enqs. and donations to Jonathan Alcock & Sons Ltd., Brook House, Brook Road, Cheadle, SK8 1PQ. Tel 0161 428 2097.
Andrew, of Middleton Junction, passed away peacefully on 31st August 2022, aged 91, surrounded by all his family at The Royal Oldham Hospital. Beloved Husband of Margaret, much loved Dad, Grandad, Great Grandad, Brother-in-Law, Father-in-Law and Friend.
He will be sadly missed by his family and friends and by all who knew him, so dearly loved and forever in our hearts. The funeral service will take place at Saint Peter's R.C. Church, Middleton on Tuesday 20th September at 10am followed by interment at Middleton New Cemetery.
Family flowers only please, but donations if desired to The British Heart Foundation. All Enquiries to S Wellens & Sons Funeral Directors Tel 0161 643 2677.
Passed away Sunday 4th September peacefully after a brave battle with cancer. A much loved wife to Neal, mum to Anne and Richard, sister in law, aunt and friend. Funeral 28th September 11.30 at Stockport Crematorium with wake afterwards.
Peacefully on the 4th September 2022, Jean aged 69 years. The much loved Mum of Tom and dear Mother in Law of Faye. Funeral service to take place at Rochdale Crematorium on Tuesday 20th September at 3.00pm.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to The Alzheimers Society. All enquiries to Bridgefold Funeral Service, Tel 01706 639941 .
Peacefully at home aged 71 on August 5th 2022. A dearly beloved husband of Mary. Much loved uncle of Dawn. He will be forever in our hearts. Funeral service at Manchester Crematorium on Wednesday 14th September at 3.00. All enquiries T Broome 0161 9984662.
Thomas Patrick Farrell, Didsbury, Manchester formerly of Ballyheelan, Kilnaleck Co.Cavan passed away peacefully on 25th August 2022 aged 78 years. The dearly loved husband of Mary and much loved Dad of Paul, Michelle, Colin, Shane and Adele.
Treasured Grandad of Niamh, Michael, Maeve, Darragh and Jack. Brother of May and also a much loved uncle, father-in-law and brother-in-law. He will be very sadly missed by all his family and many friends.
Requiem Mass to be celebrated at St.Catherine's R.C Church, School Ln, Manchester M20 6HS on Tuesday 20th September at 12pm Family flowers only please. All enquiries to P.Loftus & Son Funeral Directors 0161 861 9336.
Honora Ann Hague passed away peacefully at Lisburne Court on the 28th August 2022, aged 91 years. Beloved wife to the late Edward (Ted) Hague and loving mum to Eileen Angela and Gillian. Honora will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Funeral service at Manchester Crematorium on Monday 19th September at 11am. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to The Wellspring. All enqs. and donations to George Hill Funeral Directors, 71 London rd, Hazel Grove, SK7 4AX. Tel. 0161 483 3414.
Joan passed away peacefully whilst surrounded by her loving family in Hospital on September 5th, 2022, aged 86 years. The dearly beloved wife of Eric, much loved mum of Stephen, Nigel and Paul, devoted grandma, great grandma and a cherished sister to Mildred and Ernest.
The funeral will take place on Monday September 26th, 2022, with a service at St Pauls Church, Ashton Rd, Oldham at 10.45 am, followed with interment in Hurst Cemetery at 11.45 am. Flowers appreciated, donations preferred to Willow Wood Hospice.
All enquiries to:- Jason O'Brien & Family Funeral Services Ltd. 44 Henrietta St, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 6HW. Tel:- 0161 339 3036
Nadene Gladys HURST (nee Brunton)
(Nee Brunton) On September 3rd 2022, peacefully in St Ann's Hospice after a short illness, Nadene passed away aged 77 years. Beloved wife of 58 years to Bruce, dearly loved mum of Carl and a much loved and devoted nan of Julia.
A Funeral Service to celebrate Nadene's life will take place on Monday 19th September 2022 in Kings Church, Pendlebury, 431 Bolton Road, M27 8TD at 12noon prior to a private service of committal.
Family flowers only by request please, donations in memory of Nadene for Tear Fund can be placed in the donation box, situated near the exit door of the Church on the day of the funeral.
Alternatively, donations can be sent directly to Bridgewater Funeral Service at the address below, (please ensure any cheques are made payable to Tear Fund). All enquiries and donations to Bridgewater Funeral Service, 27 Chaddock Lane, Boothstown M28 1DB Tel 0161 637 7550.
After a short illness, although she bravely battled with MS for many years on Friday 19th August 2022, her 66th Birthday.
Andrea, of Atherstone, formerly of Droylsden, the loving wife of Paul, much loved Mother of Andrew and Claire, a cherished Grandma of Joseph, Maria, Lucy, Sophia and Andrew.
Solemn Requiem Mass at Christ Church, Heald Green on Friday 30th September at 12 noon followed by the committal at Manchester Crematorium (Old Chapel) Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to 'CAFOD'.
All enqs. and donations to Jonathan Alcock & Sons Ltd., Brook House, Brook Road, Cheadle. SK8 1PQ. Tel 0161 428 2097.
Peacefully at Chorley Hospital, on 6th September 2022, aged 88 years. The dearly beloved husband of Alice, much loved Dad of Karen, Susan and Anthony and dearly loved Grandad.
Sadly missed by us all. The Funeral Service will be held at Charnock Richard Crematorium, on Friday 30th September, at 12.30pm. All enquiries to David Cowburn Funerals, Leyland. 01772 457 887
Passed away peacefully on the 8th September 2022 at Fairfield General Hospital, aged 69 Years. Much loved Son, Brother, Brother in Law, Uncle, Great Uncle and Friend.
Roderick will be sadly missed by his family and friends and he will be remembered with warmth and love. Funeral Service will take place at Rochdale Crematorium on Thursday 22nd September 2022 at 9.50am.
Family flowers please by request, donation if desired would be gratefully received to The Stroke Association, a donation box will be available on the day. For all enquiries please contact F Duffy & Son Funeral Service, 254 Market Street, Whitworth, OL12 8PW. Tel: 01706 868696.
Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on 25th August 2022 aged 87 years. Beloved husband of the late Renee. Loving father of Denise, Gail and the late Elaine (RIP). Dear father in law of Stephen, Anthony and Eamon.
Much loved grandad of Joanne, Tina, Emma, John, Eamon and Annmarie, also loved great grandad and good friend of Stuart. On Wednesday 21st September John will be received into Blackley Crematorium f or service and committal at 11.00am. All further enquiries to Gemma Kennedy of Michael Kennedy Funeral Service Tel 0161 277 9205.
With deep sadness we announce that Joseph passed away on 20th August 2022, aged 70 years. Devoted Husband to Jean, much loved Dad, Grandad, Great Grandad and Brother. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Funeral service will take place on Friday 23rd September at Middleton Cemetery Chapel at 1pm followed by interment at St Gabriel's Churchyard, Middleton.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired can be made directly to British Heart Foundation. All enquiries to S.Wellens & Sons, tel: 0161 643 2677.
Newton Barrie Hanson Suddenly on 27th August. Barrie aged 85 years of Darlington, formerly of Middleton (Manchester) Dearly beloved husband of Pat and a much loved dad of Carl.
Funeral Service to take place on Friday 16th September at Darlington Crematorium at 11.00am. Would friends please meet at Crematorium Chapel. Family flowers only please donations if so desired to Children's Brain Tumour Research Fund. Resting at and all enquiries to Darlington Funeral Service 01325 480000.
Sadly on 29th August 2022 Hugh formerly of Collyhurst passed away peacefully in a care home aged 68 years. Beloved son of the late Mary and Hugh.
Much loved brother of Monica, Anita, Johnny and the late Michael, Rose and David and a dear brother-in-law to Sandra. He will deeply missed by all his family and friends.
On Tuesday 20th September Hugh will be received into Blackley Crematorium for service and committal at 1pm. All further enquiries to Michael Kennedy direct at Greater Manchester Funeral Service, Harpurhey on 0161-243-3359.
On September 6th 2022 Fortified by the Rites of Holy Mother Church peacefully at home in Stretford Sheila Aged 86yrs. The dearly beloved Wife of the late Denis. RIP. Loving Mum of Geraldine and Denise.
A Loved Nan of Natalie and Kylie. A dear Great Nan of Caitlin, Cameron, Cayden, Chloe and Callie. Requiem Mass at St Ann's RC Church, Stretford on Thursday 29th September at 10-00am prior to interment at Stretford cemetery.
Family flowers only by request donations preferred to Macmillan Cancer Support. All donations and enquiries to P Loftus & Son, 263 Barlow Moor Rd, Chorlton, M21 7GJ or Tel 861-9336.
Elizabeth Passed away with her family by her side at St Ann's Hospice, Little Hulton, on 2nd September 2022 aged 91 years. Beloved wife of the late Christopher, much loved mum to Jane and Clare, very dear mother-in-law to Graham and Nick.
Wonderful grandma to Sarah and Rebecca and their husbands, Adam and Luke. Cherished great granny to Niamh and Daniel, a loving auntie to her nephews and nieces and friend to many. She will be sadly missed but fondly remembered.
Funeral Service will be held in the old chapel at Manchester Crematorium on Thursday 22nd September at 1.00pm. Family flowers only please, donations if preferred to Macmillan Cancer Support. All further enquiries to Sale Coop Funeralcare, Tel: 0161 905 1735.
Passed away peacefully on the 3rd of September 2022, Aged 95 years. Loving husband to Gillian. Dad to Linda, Chris and the late Tony Pickersgill. Also step dad, grandad and great grandad.
The funeral service will be held at St Andrews Church on Monday 3rd October at 12:00pm, followed by interment at Dearnley Cemetery at 1:00pm.
Family flowers only, Donations gratefully received to The British Legion or The MPS Society. Join us after at the Moorcock to celebrate Gordons life. All further enquiries to Kilpatricks Funeralcare. Tel:01706 374461.
The beloved wife of the late Ken, much loved Mum to Rosemary and Gillian, mother-in-law to John and Nigel, loved grandmother to Jonathan, Robert, Andrew and James, and great-grandmother to Freddie, Sonny and Drew, died peacefully on 9th September, 2022.
Muriel was 93, and had lived in Brockham for 65 years before moving to Stockport to be near to family. She will be sadly missed. The funeral service will take place at Manchester Crematorium on Friday 23rd September at 11.30am.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to RSPB or The Woodland Trust. All Enquiries & Donations to: Brian Sharples & Son Ltd Bredbury. Tel 0161 430 6231.
Peacefully passed away on 31st August 2022. Aged 90 Years. Formerly of Old Trafford. Loving Wife to the late Bill. Much loved Auntie to Elaine, Teresa, Rita, Kevin, Bill and Bertie.
Service to be held at Altrincham Crematorium on Thursday 15th September 2022 at 12 noon. Family Flowers only please, donations towards Dementia UK c/o Pepperdine Barrett Family Funeral Directors, 5 Manchester Road, Chorlton, Manchester. M21 9JG. Tel : 0161 881 5363.
On Monday 15th August 2022, our beautiful Mum Joan Ryder (Turner) suddenly passed away. Joan will be sadly missed by all her loving family and many friends.
The Funeral services will take place on Friday 23rd September 2022, 11:00am at St Anne's RC Church, Crumpsall, followed by interment at Blackley Crematorium. Joan's family welcome those who knew her, to come and celebrate her life.
A gathering at The Cleveland on Crumpsall Lane, M8 5SR will follow the funeral service. The family welcomes any donations in lieu of flowers to The Mustard Tree, a homeless charity based in Ancoats - www.mustardtree.org.uk or cash donations at the church on the day.
Peacefully passed away at home on 20th August 2022. Aged 72 Years. Much loved Brother, Dad, Grandad, Uncle and Brother in Law. Funeral service to take place at Manchester Crematorium on Tuesday 20th September at 1.00pm.
Family Flowers only please, donations towards the British Heart Foundation. Enquiries to Pepperdine Barrett Family Funeral Directors, 5 Manchester Road, Chorlton, Manchester. M21 9JG. Tel : 0161 881 5363.
Peacefully in hospital on the 27th August 2022, Les aged 75 years. The much loved Husband of Jean, loving Dad of David, dear Father in Law of Amanda and Grandad to Jack. Sadly missed by all.
Funeral service to take place at Rochdale Crematorium on Tuesday 20th September at 11.50am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Macmillan Cancer Support. All enquiries to Bridgefold Funeral Service, Tel 01706 639941.
Passed away peacefully on 1st September in Stepping Hill Hospital. Funeral is to take place on 28th September at 2.30 pm at Stockport Crematorium followed by a reception at the Heaton's Sports Club.
Patricia (Ige) WOOLHAM (Pereira)
Patricia Woolham passed away peacefully on 10th September 22. Patricia known to most as Ige was the most beloved wife to John, the best mother to Daniel & Daryll and mother in law to Helen & Nicole and the most devoted nana to Laila and Louis.
Ige truly lived life to the fullest, she will be missed dearly by so many but will remain in our hearts forever x
Bernard passed away peacefully, age 87, at The Fountains Care Home, Swinton on 31st August 2022. Loving wife of Anne, Father of Bernadette and Granddad of Chloe and Joshua. A great friend to all who knew him.
A Requiem Mass will be held on Wednesday 14th September 2022 at St Charles R C Church, Swinton at 12.15pm followed by a service at Agecroft Crematorium at 1.40pm with a wake afterwards. Cash donations on the day for The Fountains.
Passed away peacefully on 26th August 2022, aged 100 years. Cherished husband of the late Sylvia. Loving dad of James and Julie. Much loved father-in-law of Raymond and much adored brother, cousin, uncle and great uncle to many.
James will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends. Funeral Service will take place at Sacred Heart R/C Church on Tuesday 27th September 2022 at 12pm followed by the committal at Dukinfield Crematorium.
Donations may be made in James' memory to The Gurkha Welfare Trust. All enquires to C Taylor Funeral Directors Tel 0161 223 0793.
In Memoriams
Edith Hughes 12TH ANNIVERSARY OF MY DEAR MUM
Fell asleep 19th September 2010 Silent memories keep you near, As time unfolds another year, Out of my life you may have gone, But in my heart you still live on, A special smile, a special face, A special mum no-one can replace. Loving and missing you, Malcolm.
63rd ANNIVERSARY OF MY DEAR GRANDMOTHER FLORENCE HUGHES Fell Asleep 25th August 1959 Those we love don't go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard but always near, still loved, Still missed and very dear.
Love you always, Malcolm. Never more than a thought away, Both loved and remembered every day, Sleep well.
22/08/1972 - 14/09/2016 In memory of a much loved Daughter, Mum, Partner and Friend. Remembering you is easy We do it every day It's the heartache of losing you That will never go away. Loved and missed by Family and Friends. Mum, Dad, Karl and Libby. xxxx.
Margaret Anne GITTINGS (Kershaw)
16 September 2015 Remembering you is easy I do it every day, it's the heartache of losing you that never goes away. We think about you every day, we talk about you all the time.
You will never be forgotten you're always a thought away. Loved and remembered every day Your loving husband David and your 4 Children and 16 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren.
15 May 1942 - 18 Sept 2012 When a loved one passes on, Her spirit never dies. And as we journey on alone, She's always by our side. With Love from all the Family
Who Died 18th September 2017 You may be out of sight, we may be worlds apart, But you are always on our minds and forever in our hearts. Sadly missed by your loving Husband Peter and all the Family.
In loving memory of a dear Dad, died September 16, 1964, also Mum died June 11, 1969 and remembering Pat R.I.P. and Sheila R.I.P. God bless you all. Love Joe, Denise and Family.
4/11/42 - 12/9/17 Always on my mind, forever in my heart. Eleanor xx
Birthday Memoriams
Ann Margaret BECKETT (nee Hussey)
Birthday Memories. 12th September. Thinking of you on your birthday, I talk of you still, I haven't forgotten you and I never will. I would give the world and all it's treasures if I could see and say to you "Happy Birthday Ann" Goodnight and God bless Babe. Love Judd and Family. xxxx
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