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SIMM - Peacefully in Leigh Infirmary on 19th June 1997, EDITH ALICE, devoted mother of Maureen, much loved mother-in-law of Jim, dearly loved sister of Thomas also a loving grandma and great grandma. A funeral service took place on Tuesday 24th June 1997, at Pennington Church followed by interment at Leigh Cemetery. Mrs Maureen Taylor wishes to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for their kind expressions of sympathy, sympathy cards and beautiful floral tributes which were gratefully received during her recent sad bereavement. Special thanks to Reverend Mr. Spedding for his kind ministrations and all who attended the service.
COOPER - Anthony Charles David (Tony). After a hard fought battle, died peacefully at home on Saturday, June 21, 1997. Dearly loved and loving husband of Ellie, father of Martin and James (deceased). The funeral service will take place on Friday, June 27 at Overdale Crematorium at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired, to Ramsbottom & District Nurses Endowment Fund or the MacMillan Nurses. All enquiries to Hardmans's Funeral Services 7, Rochdale Rd. Bury. Tel: 0161 764 4072
HITCHEN - Peacefully at Waterside Nursing Home on the 18th June, 1997, REBECCA aged 86 years, the dear wife of the late JAMES, much loved mother of Donald and the late ENID, dear mother-in-law of Rita and Ted and a much loved grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral service and committal took place on Monday 23rd June, 1997, at Wigan Crematorium. Enquiries to Unsworth and Wilcock, Baxters Row, Leigh Road, Hindley Green. Tel. 01942-525980.
WALSH - On June 17, 1997, George of Clyde Road, Radcliffe, passed away peacefully aged 67 years. A devoted husband, father and grandfather. Family flowers only please, donations if desired, to Royal National Lifeboat Institute. Donations and enquiries to Co-operative Funeral Service, Bury Tel: 764 4177. Looking back with tenderness along the path we trod, I bless the years I spent with you; And leave the rest to God. -From your loving wife, Margaret. Those who have a dad, cherish him with care; You never know the heartache till you see the empty chair. -From daughter Janet and son-in-law Steven. I speak your name with love and pride, And smile through tears I try to hide. You held me as a baby, you hugged me when I cried, If love could have saved you; You never would have died. -Loving daughter Sarah and Russell. There's a place in my heart called Memory Lane, And in it grandad you will always remain. All my love. -Lee.
MASON - CLIFFORD died peacefully in hospital on 24th June 1997 aged 70 years, much loved husband of Doreen, beloved dad of Valerie and father-in-law of Mike, and grandad of Simon and Andrew. Funeral Service to take place on Monday 30th June 1997 at 11.30am at Wigan Crematorium. All enquiries L. Heyes Funeral Services, Leigh. Tel:01942-261936.
LOMAX - Raymond. Uncle Ray, may the winds of love blow softly, Just enough for you to hear; That we will always love and miss you, And wish that you were still here. -Nephew Phil, Brenda, Nicola, Philip,Sophie and Terrilea.
POOLE - (nee Gunner) Peacefully at her home on the 19th June, 1997, after a long illness bravely borne, JEAN aged 43 years, loving mum of Glynn and Tammie, a much loved sister, sister-in-law and auntie. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service will be held at St. Thomas Church, Bedford on Thursday 26th June, 1997 at 2.00p.m. followed by interment at Leigh Cemetery at 2.45 p.m. Enquiries to Unsworth and Wilcock Funeral Service, 40 Leigh Road, Leigh. Tel. 01942-707562.
LOMAX - Raymond. The road became too tiring, The hill so hard to climb; So God closed your weary eyelids, And whispered peace be thine. -Niece Jane, John, Aimee and Marc. This day is remembered and quietly kept, Of someone too special to ever forget. -Niece Susan, Keith, Liam and Matthew.
CHATBURN - On June 21, 1997, peacefully and of Epworth Grange Methodist Home, Bury (formerly of Ainsworth Road, Radcliffe) Gladys Helen aged 96 years. The service will be at Wesley Methodist Church, Radcliffe on Monday, June 30 at 11.15am. Followed by interment at Radcliffe Cemetery at 12 noon. No flowers please, donations (cheques only please made payable to Wesley Methodist Church Buidling Fund) to Sillett's Funeral Service, Spring Lane, Radcliffe, Manchester M26 2TQ. All enquiries Tel: 0161 723 2383. In God's care.
ATKINSON - (nee Hall) on June 20, 1997, peacefully in Bury Hospice and of Bury, Joyce, aged 58 years. Beloved wife of Brian, loving mother of Nicholas and Richard, dear mother-in-law of Catherine and Louise and devoted grannie of Charlotte, Benjamin, Matthew and Frances. The service will be at Ainsworth Methodist Chapel on Friday, June 27 at 11.45am followed by committal at Overdale, Bolton in the West Chapel at 1.00pm. No flowers by request, donations (cheques only made payable to Bury Hospice or Christie Hospital) to Sillett's Funeral Service, Spring Lane, Radcliffe, M26 2TQ Tel: 0161 723 2383.
HART - On June 24th 1997, peacefully in hospital, DOREEN, aged 59 years, much loved wife of Gordon, loving mother of Sharon and Lynn, a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunty and a very good friend to many. Service and committal will be at 11.30am on Friday June 27th in Overdale West Chapel. All inquiries and flowers to Shaw and Son Funeral Directors. Tel 526218
INGLIS - On June 17, 1997, peacefully in her sleep at Pendle Nursing Home, Radcliffe (formerly of Rusholme), Doris Penny, in her 101st year. Beloved mother of Hilda and Brian and a loving grandmother and great grandmother, was cremated at Rochdale Crematorium on June 23.
DAVENPORT - Suddenly on the 24th June, 1997, in hospital and of Atherton, HAROLD CLIFFORD DAVENPORT aged 78 years, dearly loved dad of Lynne, Clifford and Janine, a dear father-in-law to Bob, Julie and Duncan, devoted grandad to Gary, Craig, Glenn, Danielle, Paula, Adele, Lydia, Carla, Hannah and Sophie, a loving great grandad to Daniel and Rachel and comrade to many. No flowers by request please, donations preferred in aid of Atherton White Ensign Association. All enquiries please to Abbey Funerals, 45 Mealhouse Lane, Atherton. Tel. 886776.
BENYON - On June 20, 1997, peacefully at home in Bury, Margaret Elizabeth (Meg) Benyon, aged 73 years. Beloved wife of the late Ronald David Benyon, devoted and treasured mum of John and Linda, dear mother-in-law of Julie and Stephen and dearly loved grandma of Ronnie, Lucy and Alice and a very dear sister of Ted. Was interred at Radcliffe Cemetery on June 25, 1997, following service at Christ Church, Walshaw. Donations if so desired (cheques only please made payable to Alzheimers Disease Society) to Sillett's Funeral Service, Spring Lane, Radcliffe, Manchester M26 2TQ. All enquiries tel: 0161 723 2383. Reunited.
LOMAX - On June 21, 1997, peacefully at home and of Radcliffe, Ray aged 58 years. Beloved husband of Sylvia and a very dear brother-in-law and uncle. The service will be at Ainsworth Parish Church, today, Thursday, June 26 at 11.00am followed by interment at Radcliffe Cemetery at 11.45am. Family flowers only please, donations (cheques only made payable to Kidney Unit Endowment Fund, Withington Hospital) c/o Sillett's Funeral Service, Spring Lane, Radcliffe M26 2TQ. Tel: 0161 723 2383.
HOLDING - Omar. The dear husband of Jean, the loving and much loved father of Sally, Angela, Simon and Charles and the devoted grandpa of Clare, Nicola, Jeremy, Joanna and Jennifer, died peacefully with his family at his home at Grimsargh, nr Preston, on Friday, June 20, 1997, aged 63 years. The funeral service will be held at Fulwood Free Methodist Church, Lightfoot Lane, Preston on Friday, June 27 at 2pm prior to committal at Preston Crematorium. Family flowers only but donations if desired to the Church Audio and Visual Department Fund of Rev. S. Scholes. All enquiries to W. Houghton, Funeral Director, Chapel Hill, Longridge. Tel: 01772 782291.
DALLEY - On June 24, 1997, peacefully in hospital and of Radcliffe, Mary. Beloved wife of the late Frank, loving mother of Bryan, Lynda and Anita, dear mother-in-law of Auriel, David and Stefan and a loving grandma of Andrea, Louise, David and Peter. All enquiries to Sillett's Funeral Service, Spring Lane, Radcliffe. Tel: 0161 723 2383.
FITZPATRICK - On June 23, 1997, suddenly and of Radcliffe, David Anthony, aged 22 years. Beloved son of May and a loving brother of Jason, Leon, Darren and Paul. All enquiries to Sillett's Funeral Service, Spring Lane, Radcliffe M26 2TQ. Tel: 0161 723 2383.
HART - Fond memories of our dear friend, DOREEN. From Ann, and your little friend Kieron.
HAYES - (DAVID). On 21st June 1997, tragically in a diving accident, DAVID, aged 29 years, generous and caring son of Frank and Kath and a dear brother of Paula and Mark. Requiem Mass will be offered at St. Thomas of Canterbury's R.C. Church, Lonsdale Road, on Monday 30th June at 11.00am prior to committal in Overdale West Chapel at 12 noon. All inquiries to Howarth's Funeral Service. Tel 309609.
DEARDEN - On June 19, 1997, peacefully in Bury Hospice after a long illness courageously borne and of Bury, Renata, aged 65 years. Beloved wife of the late Edward, loving mother of Loris and Virginia, dear mother-in-law of Linda, much loved grandma of Mark, Paul, Simon and Edward, a much loved sister, sister-in-law and aunt. The funeral mass will be at St Maries Roman Catholic Church today, Friday, June 27 at 9.15am followed by interment at Bury Cemetery at 10.30am. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired (cheques only please made payable to Bury Hospice) to Sillett's Funeral Service, Spring Lane, Radcliffe M26 2TQ. Tel: 0161 723 2383. We sat beside your bedside, Our hearts were crushed and sore; We did our duty to the end, Till we could do no more. In tears we watched you sinking, We watched you fade away; And though our hearts were breaking, We knew you could not stay. You left behind some aching hearts, That loved you most sincere; We never shall and never will, Forget you mother dear. -Your loving children Virginia and Loris. God watched you as you suffered, He knew you'd had your share; He gently closed your weary eyes, And took you in His care. -From daughter-in-law Linda and grandchildren Mark, Paul, Simon and Edward. God only takes the best it's true, He took the very best in you. -From brother Luciano, sister-in-law Pacifica and nephews Massimo and Leonardo. A last goodbye you did not say, But in our hearts you will always stay. -From all the family in Italy.
HIGGINBOTTOM - Tom Gayton of Milbourne Road, Bury, passed away peacefully in hospital on June 21, 1997, aged 90 years. The dearly loved husband of the late Bessie, a loving father to Joan and a dear brother to Jessie and Winnie. Funeral service to take place on Wednesday, July 2 at Rochdale Crematorium at 1.00pm. Enquiries to Co-operative Funeral Service, Bury. Tel: 764 4177.
McNAUGHT - On June 19, 1997, peacefully in hospital, Ivy, aged 71 years of Walmersley Old Road, Bury. Dearly loved wife of Arthur, loving mother of Robert and Ian and a much loved mother-in-law and grandma. Funeral service to take place today, Friday, June 27 at Walmersley Parish Church at 12.00 noon followed by committal at Rochdale Crematorium at 1.00pm. Enquiries to Co-operative Funeral Service, Bury. Tel: 764 4177.
HOLT - Jenny of Chestnut Court, Bury passed away peacefully on June 14, 1997, aged 83 years. The dearly loved wife of Jim, a loving mother to June and Stewart, a devoted grandma to Ian, Susan, Gillian, Julie and Karen, great grandma to Robert, Jenny and Megan and a dear mother-in-law to Harry and Pat. Donations are being accepted for Alzheimers Disease Society. Funeral took place on Thursday, June 26 at Rochdale Crematorium. Donations and enquiries to Co-operative Funeral Service, Bury. Tel: 764 4177.
ODDIE - Kathleen Mary on Tuesday June 24, 1997 peacfully in hospital. Kathleen aged 78 years will be sadly missed, dearly beloved wife of the late John, mother of Judith, grandmother of Christopher, mother-in-law of David. Family flowers only, donations in lieu to Besses United Reformed Church and local charities. All donations and enquiries to Baileys Funeral Service, 438 Bury New Road, Prestwich. Tel. 773 1071
HIGSON - On June 22, 1997, peacefully in Bury Hospice, Sarah (Sally), aged 74 years of Hughes Close, Bury. Dearly loved wife of Fred, loving mum of David, mother-in-law of Margaret, much loved grandma of Grace, Graham and Joel, dearly loved sister of Margaret and Jim and sister-in-law of Nellie and Noreen. Donations in lieu of flowers are being received for the Bury Hospice Appeal. Funeral service to take place on Monday, June 30 at Seedfield Methodist Church at 10.00am followed by committal at Rochdale Crematorium at 11.00am. Donations and enquiries to Co-operative Funeral Service, Bury. Tel: 764 4177.
CARTER On June 21st in hospital, Kathleen, aged 77 years of Chiltern Road, the beloved mother of Eileen and Carole, grandmother of Lee, Vicky and Jacqueline, great grandmother of Paul and Jayne and mother-in-law of Joe. Funeral Friday June 27th, a Requiem mass will be held in St. Vincent's Church at 9.00am followed by cremation at St. Helens. All enquiries to F.W. Marsh, 100 Parr Stocks Road, phone 27928.
HOLT - Jenny. If you have a mother, Treasure her with care; For you do not know the heartache, When she's no longer there. -Your loving son Stewart and daughter-in-law Pat. Loving memories of a dear gran. -Ian, Julie and Karen. xxx
HOLT -Jenny Always thoughtful, Always kind; These are the lovely memories, You left us behind. -Sister-in-law Alice, Nephew David, Kathleen and family.
McFARLANE - Marion. A dear friend. Will be sadly missed. -Mary. xxx
McFARLANE - (Nee Smith) (nee Dodson). Marion, who passed away in hospital on June 16, 1997, aged 80 years. I stood beside your bedside, I stroked your head and held your hand; And I can do no more. God saw you getting weary mum, He did what He thought best; He put His arms around you, And took you home to rest. -Your loving daughter Pauline and Chris xx, loving daughter Denise and grandchildren Paula and Lee. xxx Grandma Mac, Ours is just a simple prayer, God bless and keep you in His care. All our love. -Grandaughter Jacqueline and Colin. xx Gentle Jesus up above, Please give great grandma all our love. -Martin, Lisa, Sophie, Devon and Laura. xxxxx
