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POOLE - JEAN. Died 19th June 1997. O why did you Lord, we have to say, Our Mum's our best friend, and you took her away, Life wont be easy for the both of us now, But we've got each other and you will live on. In our hearts for ever and always. Love you Mum, Glynn and Tammie
BRADY - On June 19th 1997, suddenly in hospital, JOYCE, of Westhoughton, passed away. She was a loved sister of Edward and Alan and sister-in-law of Eva and Margaret and aunt to nephews and nieces in England, Germany and New Zealand. '"She will be very much missed by all."' Cortege to leave Crompton Chapel, Crompton Way on Friday 27th June at 2.30pm for service and committal at Overdale West Chapel at 3.0pm. Close family flowers only please, donations if desired to Coronary Care Unit, Royal Bolton Hospital. Inquiries and donations Bolton Co-operative Funeral Service. Tel 307151
SHAW - On 20th June 1997, suddenly at home JIM (JIMBO) aged 60 years, Step-Father of Shaun, father of Jim, friend of Maureen and Gordon and a brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many. Service and committal in Overdale West Chapel on Friday 27th June at 2.00pm. All Inquiries to Howarths Funeral Service, 638, Blackburn Road, Bolton Tel.309609.
FOTHERGILL - On 20th June 1997 peacefully in Bolton Hospice, DEREK aged 67 years, dearly loved husband of Joyce, loving dad of Stephen and David, loving father-in-law of Stephanie, devoted grandad of Leanne, Shani, Carl and a dear brother-in-law and uncle. Cortege to leave his home on Wednesday 25th June at 10.40am for service and committal Overdale West Chapel 11.00am. No flowers by request please, donations if so desired to Bolton Hospice or Marie Curie. Donations and inquiries to Gibsons Funeral Service, 335 St Helens Road. Tel: 655869.
BURROWS RONALD, peacefully in hospital on 19th June, 1997, aged 80 years, much loved husband of Susie and father of David, Jean and Phillip. Fond grandad to Lorna, Jenny, Lauren and Russell (New Zealand); Stephanie, Geoffrey, Elizabeth and Deborah. Funeral service and committal took place at St. Helens Crematorium on Tuesday, 24th June. Donations if desired to the British Heart Foundation, c/o the family. All enquiries to Gornall's Funeral Services Ltd, 6 Cowley Hill Lane, St. Helens, Merseyside WA10 2AD, 01744 20988.
GRIMES - Sarah peacfully at Killelea House Residential Home on Saturday June 21, 1997 aged 90 years. Devoted wife of the late Warick, dearly loved mother of Warick and mother in law of Shelagh, loving grandmother of Colin, Carol, Angela and Peter and cherished great grandmother of Christopher. Funeral service took place yesterday Thursday June 26, 1997 at Agecroft Crematorium. All enquires to Unsworth Funeral Service, Cooper Street, Bury. Tel 0161 764 8622
MASON Dennis and Tracie would like to thank relatives, friends and staff in Maternity (Hope Hospital) for all flowers, cards, gifts and support on the loss of their beautiful baby daughter MELISSA MARIE born asleep 19th June 1997. Service to be held at Pennington Parish Church on Monday 30th June at 2pm.
JAMESON - On June 22nd 1997, in hospital and of Farnworth, DAISY IRENE aged 79 years, wife of the late NEVILLE, a dear mother of David and Maureen, a loving grandma and great grandma, and sister of Reuben. Cortege to leave the Old Parsonage, 20 Park Street, Bolton, on Thursday June 26th 1997 at 10.30am, for service and committal in Overdale East Chapel at 10.45am. All inquiries and flowers to Shaw and Son Funeral Directors, 20 Park Street, Bolton. Tel. 526218.
HURST - On June 22nd 1997, peacefully in Eton Hall Nursing Home Bolton, FRANK, aged 78 years, dearly loved husband of the late IRENE, loving father of Martin, dear father-in-law of Doreen, a devoted grandfather of Joanna, Alexander, and Naomi. Service and committal will be at 9.45am on Thursday June 26th 1997, in Overdale East Chapel. All inquiries and flowers to Shaw and Son Funeral Directors, The Old Parsonage, 20 Park Street, Bolton. Tel. 526218.
FOGG - On 23rd June 1997 peacefully in the Royal Bolton Hospital formerly of Durham Street, JACK FOGG aged 82 years, a dearly loved uncle and great-uncle. The funeral service will be held in the Private Chapel, Arden House, Blackburn Road on Friday at 11.00am followed by interment Astley Bridge Cemetery at 11.30am. Flowers and inquiries to Relphs Funeral Service. Tel: Bolton 523488.
MURPHY -On June 22nd l997, suddenly, WILLIAM aged 70 years, loving husband of Vera Murphy, dear father, father-in-law of David and Joyce also Elaine and John, grandfather to David, Martin, Karen, Paula and Neil, great grandfather to Daniel and Shaun, a very dear brother of Lilian also a dear uncle of Vivien, Janet and families. 'Will be sadly missed' Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the British Heart Foundation. Cortege to leave his home on Thursday 26th June at 1pm for service and committal at Overdale Crematorium East Chapel at 1.15pm. All enquiries and donations to Horrobins Funeral Service, 425 Chorley Old Road, Bolton, BL1 6AH. Tel 849007.
KEMP - On June 22nd l997, suddenly at home, ANNE aged 41 years, dear wife of David, loving mother of Timothy, devoted daughter of Mrs Margaret Gilmartin also much loved sister of Mary and Michael. 'Not our will but thine O Lord' Cortege to leave Horrobins Funeral Service, 425 Chorley Old Road, Monday 30th June at 9.30am, for Requiem Mass in St. Teresa's R C Church, Little Lever, at 10am prior to committal at Overdale Crematorium East Chapel at 11.15am. All enquiries Horrobins Funeral Service. Tel. 849007.
CLARE DAVID BRYAN (JUNIOR) Our darling son born asleep on the 6th June, 1997. You're not just a memory, Or part of the past, You're ours to love, As long as life lasts. Love for always, Mummy xxx and Daddy xxx. See that star shining bright, It's our little brother DAVID saying goodnight. God Bless, Danny, Cophie and Daniel. The funeral took place on Monday 23rd June, 1997 at Peel Green Crematorium.
STOWELL - On the 18th June, 1997, peacefully in hospital and of Tyldesley, AUDREY aged 71 years, the loved and loving wife of Robert (Bob), dearly loved mum to VIcki, Terry, Tony and Pam also a much loved mother-in-law, devoted grandma and great grandma. All enquiries please to Abbey Funeral Service, 40 Lower Elliott Street, Tyldesley. Tel. 01942-891331.
HALSTEAD- on Thursday June 19, 1997 peacefully in hospital, Charles aged 84 years of Clifton Street, Bury. Devoted husband of Hilda, dearly loved father of Ian, grandad of Melanie, Nicola and Stephanie. Funeral will take place today, Friday June 27, with service in Bury Cemetery Chapel at 1pm, followed by committal at Bury Cemetery. All enquiries to F Hamer Funeral Service, 48/50 Walmersley Road, Bury Tel: 797 7133
THATCHER - On the 22nd June, 1997, peacefully in Mahogany Nursing Home and formerly of The Rowans, Mosley Common, WINIFREDA (WINNIE) aged 86 years, the much loved sister of Marjorie, a loved sister-in-law to Bob, also a much loved aunt and great aunt. '"One of lifes characters"' Funeral service and committal will take place at Eccles Crematorium on Thursday 26th June, 1997 at 11.00a.m. All enquiries please to Abbey Funeral Service, 40 Lower Elliott Street, Tyldesley. Tel. 891331.
HALLIWELL Suddenly on the 18th June 1997 in hospital and of Westleigh, STEWART, aged 42 years, the loved and loving Husband of Carol, dearly loved Dad of Nicola, loved Son of Richard and the late LENA, dear Stepson of Jean, loving Brother of Philip, Keith, John and Martine, also a dear Son-in-law, Brother-in-law, Uncle and Friend. Funeral service took place at St. Paul's Church, Westleigh, followed by committal at Overdale Crematorium on Tuesday 24th June 1997. STEWART will be laid to rest in Leigh Cemetery on Thursday 26th June 1997. Carol and Family wish to extend their sincere thanks to the Reverend Hargreaves-Stead for his kind ministrations, to the Royal Bolton Hospital for their care, to all Relatives, Friends and Neighbours, too numerous to mention individually, and Abbey Funerals for their support. Our special thanks to Mick Higgins, Keith Lathom, Officials, Members and Supporters of Leigh R.L.C. Leigh Supporters Club, and Leigh R.M.I. F.C. Staff and Students of Westleigh High School, Members of Westleigh Village F.C. and the Royal Oak R.L.C. Friends from The Red Lion and the Twelve Apostles. To Carol Wallace and Mike Hulme a big thank you for all your help and support during a very difficult time. We have been overwhelmed by everyones love for STEWART, and the Family and words cannot express our deep gratitude. God bless you all Enquiries: Abbey Funerals. 45, Mealhouse Lane, Atherton. Tel:01942-886776.
SMITH - On the 21st June, 1997, suddenly but peacefully at her own home in Tyldesley, IVY aged 83 years, the beloved wife of the late JOSEPH, a loved and loving mum of Maureen and Valerie, a loved and respected mother-in-law to Brian and John, also a devoted grandma to Lisa, Susan, Peter, David and Stephen. All enquiries please to Abbey Funeral Service, 40 Lower Elliott Street, Tyldesley. Tel. Atherton 891331.
FISHER- On Thrusday June 19, 1997 in Bury General Hospital John (Jack) aged 83 years. Much loved husband of Jenny and very much loved father of Ian, Janet and Stuart and dear granddad of Debbie, Donna, Gerard, Johnathan and Benjamin. Funeral on Thursday June 26, at Edenfield Methodist Chruch 10.45am followed by committal at Rochdale Crematorium. Thanks to staff at Bury Genral Hospital. All enquiries to Booth and Wolstenholme Tel. 01706 826661. Loved and remmeber always -from all the family
COOPER - Antony Charles David. Our neighbour then our friend, Always part of our family; The emptiness will take a long time to go. All our love and thoughts are with you Ellie and Martin, Sleep tight T.C. From Tony, Sue and Maxine.
WALLWORK - On Sunday June 22, 1997 in hospital. Jim aged 72yrs, of Dundee Lane, Ramsbottom. Loving husband of Beryl, brother of Margaret. Service on Friday June 27, at Peel Chapel, Ramsbottom, at 11.45am, followed by committal at Overdale. No flowers please, but donations to British Heart Foundation, c/o and enquiries to Booth & Wolstenholme. Tel 01706 826661. Peacefully sleeping.
THOMAS - MEGAN LAURA, born 21st June 1997, died 22nd June 1997. Suddenly after a brave fight, baby Megan Laura, the darling daughter of Tamara and Michael, special little sister to Chinelle, beloved grandaughter of Mavis and Richard, Gladys and Kevin and a very loved neice. Safe in the arms of Jesus. Goodnight, God bless. Lots of kisses from your big sister. xxx.
SPIKER - (nee FERRIER) MARJORIE dearly loved sister of Violet and Herbert, passed away June 18th 1997 in America, formerly of Horwich.
O'HARA - On Monday 23rd June 1997, peacefully in Jersey Hospice, and formerly of Tyldesley, MICHAEL (BIFF), aged 49 years, Husband of Susan, devoted Dad to Paul, Kate, Thomas (deceased), Jacqueline and Ben, loving Son of Bessie and the late TOMMY, dear Brother of Ronnie, Anne and Margaret, a dear Brother-in-law, Uncle and Great-uncle.
HARTLEY - On Monday 23rd June 1997, in hospital following an operation, VERA HARTLEY, loving and much loved wife of James, mother of Peter, mother-in-law of Susan and grandma of Stuart. Service will be in St. James's Church Breightmet, at 1.15pm on Monday June 30th, followed by committal at Overdale Crematorium West Chapel at 2.00pm No flowers please, donations in memory for VERA'S favourite charity, National Alzheimers Disease Society. All inquiries and donations strictly to Shaw and Son Funeral Directors, The Old Parsonage, 20 Park Street Bolton. Tel. 526218 Or by correspondence only to Mr. J. Hartley.
FARRELL - VINCENT, beloved husband of Janice, brother of Mary, uncle to Susan, Colin and David, passed away at home on 20th June 1997 after a very short illness. The funeral service took place at St. Joseph's R.C. Church on Wednesday 25th June 1997. Janice would like to acknowledge all help and support given by the kind staff on Astley ward at Wigan Infirmary, the doctors and district nurses from Grasmere Street, the MacMillan Nurses Jan and Pam and last but not least family, friends and neighbours. Donations can be given if wished to The MacMillan Nurses Fund via the Funeral Director, L. Heyes, 94, Church Street, Leigh (tel. 01942-261936). You will be sorely missed, my darling.
BURT - Karen Ann (nee Hilsum), engineer. On June 20, 1997, aged 42, in London following a long and bravely fought illness. Beloved wife of David and mother of Alexander, much loved daughter of Cyril and dear daughter-in-law of Dr and Mrs James Burt. Her courage and determination during the past two years has been an inspiration to all who knew and loved her. Donations to Action for Dysphasic Adults, c/o Cooksey and Son, 190 Fortis Green Road, London N10 3DU.
ROGERS - Rose Ann. Passed away June 14, 1997, aged 89 years. A dearly loved mother, grandmother and great grandmother. How do you write on paper, The feelings you have inside; Of the emptiness and heartache, When the mum you love has died. Miss you forever. -Jim. To us you were so special, We will miss you every day; Thank you mum for the love you shared, Thank you mum for the way you cared; There are not enough words to tell of our pain, Our sad loss is God's gain. -Sheila, Bernard, Michael, Richard and Nina, Rosemary, David, John and Rob, Theresa, John, Olivia and Katie, Louise, Brian, Eddie and Helen, Bernard, Joanne and Holly. Eternal rest give unto her O Lord, And let perpetual light shine upon her; May she rest in peace. Amen. -George, Margaret, Stephen, Angie and Matthew, Christine, Glynn and Leah. In God's care you rest above, In our hearts you rest with love. -Patrick, Janet, John, Kathryn, David and Anna.
OWEN - Suddenly and peacefully on 19th June 1997 in Abergele, and formerly of Astley, ELSIE, aged 72 years, loving wife of Frank and a much loved sister. A funeral service will take place on Friday 27th June 1997 at Sankeys Chapel at 1.30pm followed by interment at Leigh Cemetery at 2.00pm. All enquiries to Sankeys Funeral Service, 5 Hope Street, Leigh. Tel:01942-673171.
MASSEY - Suddenly in hospital on 19th June 1997 fortified by the Rites of the Holy Church, RONALD, aged 74 years, beloved husband of Edna, devoted dad of Kathleen and John, much loved grandad of Dale, Lorna and Louise and a very dear brother of John and Mary. Ronnie will be sadly missed by all his family, friends and all who knew him. Funeral Service will take place in St. Joseph's Church on Thursday 26th June 1997 at 12 noon followed by interment in Leigh Cemetery at 1.00pm. Enquiries: Sankeys Funeral service, 5 Hope Street, Leigh. Tel" 673171.
WALKER - On June 14, 1997, Agnes (nee Coates), aged 92 years. Wife of the late John, of Woodhall, Askrigg. The funeral took place on June 18 at Askrigg Parish Church.
