Funeral Notices

BARLOW Phyllis

Peacefully on Saturday, 30^th August 2025 in Macclesfield District General Hospital, Phyllis aged 89 years of Macclesfield.  The dearly loved Wife of the Late Harry beloved and much loved Mother of Sophie and Adam and a cherished Grandmother.  Phyllis 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, 24^th September 2025 at 10.45 a.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of Dementia UK.

BRIERLEY John Robert

Peacefully on Monday, 11^th August 2025, at Adlington Manor Care Home, John aged 95 years of Hazel Grove.

The dearly loved husband of Janet, a much-loved father of Karen, Kim and Tracy, loving stepfather of Bryn.

He will be sadly missed and most fondly remembered, by all his loving family and friends.

The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Friday, 12^th September at 2.00 p.m.

Family flowers only by request, but if desired donations may be sent for Prostate Cancer UK.

Brookes Gerald “Wayne”

On Thursday, 21^st August 2025 peacefully in the Royal Stoke Hospital, Wayne aged 61 years.  The dearly loved Husband of Karen, beloved and much loved Father of Claire and Laura and a cherished Grandfather.  Wayne will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all his loving Family and Friends.  The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at The Birches Crematorium on Wednesday, 17^th September 2025 at 1.00 p.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of Prostate Cancer UK, The Christie, the East Cheshire Hospice or North West Air Ambulance.

BROOM Alan William Leslie

On Thursday 24th July 2025, peacefully at home, Alan aged 81 years.  The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at 12.15 p.m. on Thursday 14th August at Macclesfield Crematorium.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the East Cheshire Hospice or Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis.

CARTHEW Doreen

On Wednesday 16th July 2025, peacefully in hospital, Doreen aged 83 years.  The Funeral Service will take place at 1.30 p.m. on Tuesday 26th August at the Parish Church of St Michael and All Angels followed by a private Service of Committal which will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium at 2.45 p.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the East Cheshire Hospice.

CHUE Vee Tung

On Thursday 28th August 2025, peacefully in hospital, Vee aged 82 years.  Requiem Mass will be celebrated at 10.30 a.m. on Monday 29th September at St Alban’s Roman Catholic Church followed by private Interment which will take place in Macclesfield Cemetery at 12.00 noon.

COPPACK David Charles

Peacefully on Saturday, 16^th August 2025, at Prestbury Beaumont Care Home in the presence of his loving family, David aged 76 years of Knutsford. The dearly loved partner of Madelaine, a much-loved and devoted Father of Denise and a cherished Grandad of Bobby and Daisy. He will be sadly missed and most fondly remembered, by all his loving family and friends. The Funeral Service will take place at St. Lawrence Church, Peover on Tuesday, 9^th September at 1.00 p.m. Prior to a private Service of Committal at Macclesfield Crematorium. Flowers, or if desired donations may be sent for Macmillan.

COYNE Derek John

On Sunday 31^st August 2025, Derek aged 85 years.  Beloved and loving Husband of the late Linda, loving Father of Michael, Richard, Gaynor and Robert, much loved Father-in-Law to Shirley and Sarah, loving and devoted Grandfather of Jaya, Kayleigh, Owen, Tyler, Carl, Jake, Jessica, Alisha, Jayden, Lacey and Freya.  Derek will be missed greatly by all who knew him.  The Funeral Service will take place at 2.45 p.m. on Friday 26^th September at Macclesfield Crematorium.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of Macmillan Cancer Support.

CROZIER Thomas Geoffrey

On Wednesday 20th August 2025, peacefully in hospital, Geoff aged 77 years.  The Funeral Service will take place at 1.15 p.m. on Thursday 25th September at The Parish Church of St Philip and St James Alderley Edge followed by a private Service of Committal which will take place at 2.45 p.m. at Macclesfield Crematorium.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of The Animal Sanctuary, Wilmslow.

CUSICK Celia Hilary Moira

On Thursday, 17^th July 2025 peacefully at home, Celia aged 63 years.  The dearly loved Mother of Cara, beloved Grandmother and a treasured Sister.  Celia 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, 10^th September 2025 at 2.45 p.m. followed by Thanksgiving Service at King Edward Street Chapel at 3.30 p.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the Cheshire Wildlife Trust or Macclesfield Wild Network Trust.

DAVIES Norman Thomas

Peacefully on Thursday, 28^th August 2025 in Macclesfield District General Hospital, Norman aged 67 years.  The dearly loved Husband of Glenda, much loved Father of Laura and Carl and a cherished Grandad.  Norman 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 Wednesday, 24^th September 2025 at 2.00 p.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of The Christie.

Dr. DAVID JOHN BRICKWOOD

Peacefully, on Friday, 1st August 2025, at the East Cheshire Hospice, and in the presence of his loving family, David, aged 76 years, of Alderley Edge.

The dearly loved husband of Jo, much-loved father of Angela, Anne, and Andrew, and cherished grandfather to his five grandchildren.

He will be sadly missed and most fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends.

The Funeral Service will take place at St Alban’s Catholic Church, Macclesfield, on Friday, 29th August at 11.00 a.m., prior to a private Service of Committal at Macclesfield Crematorium.

Family flowers only, by request, but if desired, donations may be sent to the East Cheshire Hospice or Cancer Research UK.

EVANS Beryl Joan

Peacefully on Wednesday, 20^th August 2025, at the Rowans Care Home, Beryl aged 87 years of Mobberley. The much-loved Mother of Simon, loving Mother-In-Law of Jules, cherished Nana of Jasmine and Louis. 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 Tuesday, 16^th September at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only by request, but if desired donations may be sent for Cats Protection.

FAWCETT Mary Dorothy

On Sunday 31st August 2025, peacefully in a local care home, Dorothy aged 96 years.  Requiem Mass will be celebrated at 11.45 a.m. on Thursday, 18th September at St Alban’s Roman Catholic Church followed by a Service of Committal which will take place at 1.15 p.m. at Macclesfield Crematorium.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of CAFOD or the East Cheshire Hospice.

GIBSON Hayley Jane

On Thursday 17^th July 2025, peacefully at home, Hayley aged 39 years.  Beloved and loving Wife of Glenn, loving Mother of Bethany, Archie, Thomas and Max, a much loved Daughter of Jane and the late John and a dearly loved Sister of Ian.  Hayley was the Proprietor of Wet Paws Dog Grooming Services of Bollington and will be missed greatly by her loving family, many dear friends and her loyal and greatly valued clients.  The Funeral Service will take place at 1.30 p.m. on Tuesday 2^nd September at The Parish Church of St Oswald, Bollington followed by a private Service of Committal which will take place at 2.45 p.m. at Macclesfield Crematorium.  The Cortège will pause briefly outside Wet Paws premises at 1.15 p.m. enroute to Church.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the Windyway Trust.

GOODWIN Anthony

On Saturday, 12^th July 2025 peacefully in the Christies Hospital, Anthony aged 84 years of Macclesfield.  The dearly loved Husband of the late Jean, much loved Father of Paul, Dawn and Anne, cherished Grandfather and a treasured Great Grandfather.  Anthony 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, 28^th August 2025 at 3.30 p.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of Cancer Research UK.

HITCHENER Gillian Ann

Peacefully on Friday, 25^th July 2025, at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Gillian aged 72 years of Macclesfield. The dearly loved Wife of John, a much-loved Mother of Nicolas, John and James. 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 Thursday, 21^st August at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only by request, but if desired donations may be sent for Crohn’s and Colitis UK.

HOPKINS Jean

Jean Hopkins, 87, beloved wife of David Hopkins and devoted mother of Andrew, Lisa and Richard, passed away peacefully at home on August 23 ^rd after a long illness. The funeral service and burial will take place at St. Oswald’s Church, Brereton, Sandbach, CW11 1RY on Friday, September 12^th at 11.00 a.m. followed by a gathering at the nearby Bears Head Hotel, Newcastle Road South, Sandbach, CW11 1RS, for refreshments. If desired, donations may be made to the UK Stroke Association or the East Cheshire Hospice.

HOWE John Albert

Peacefully on Monday, 1^st September 2025 at the East Cheshire Hospice, John aged 79 years of Sutton.  The dearly loved Husband of the late Barbara, a much loved Father of Tracey, Marie and Mark, cherished Grandfather and a treasured Great Grandfather.  John will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all his loving Family and Friends.  The Funeral Service and Interment will take place at the Parish Church of Sutton St. James on Friday, 3^rd October 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.

JOHNSON Susan (Sue)

Peacefully on Wednesday, 13^th August 2025, at the East Cheshire Hospice and in the presence of her loving family, Sue aged 55 years of Macclesfield.

The dearly loved Wife of Glyn, a much-loved Mum of Hannah and Lily Mae, loving Daughter of Millie and Sister of Chris.

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 Monday, 22^nd September at 12.15 p.m.

Family flowers only by request, but if desired donations may be sent for the East Cheshire Hospice.

LEE Eric Bernard

On Tuesday 2nd September 2025, peacefully in the East Cheshire Hospice, Eric aged 68 years.  The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at 12.15 p.m. on Friday 26th September at Macclesfield Crematorium.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the East Cheshire Hospice.

MANNION Peter William

On Wednesday 16^th July 2025, peacefully in hospital, Peter aged 83 years.  Beloved and loving Husband of Edith, loving Father of Nick, Stephen and Claire, much loved Father-in-Law to Eve and Rachel, devoted Grandfather of James, Thomas, Phoebe, Hannah, Alexander, William, Lola, Patrick, Finley and Jacob and a dear Brother of the late Anne.  Peter will be missed greatly by all who knew him.  The Funeral Service will take place at 11.00 a.m. on Wednesday 20^th August at The Parish Church of St James the Great, Gawsworth followed by a private Service of Committal which will take place at 12.15 p.m. at Macclesfield Crematorium.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the Macular Society and East Cheshire Eye Society (talking newspaper).

MARSDEN Hazel

On Wednesday, 16^th July 2025 peacefully in the East Cheshire Hospice, Hazel aged 89 years.  The dearly loved Wife of The late Gerald, beloved and much loved Mother of Geraldine, Lorraine and Hilary, cherished Grandmother and a treasured Great Grandmother.  Hazel 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, 22^nd August 2025 at 3.30 p.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the East Cheshire Hospice.

MILLER Valerie Anne

On Wednesday 30^th July 2025, peacefully in hospital, Val aged 78 years.  Beloved and loving Wife of Doug, loving Mother of Peta, Lisa and Katie, dear Mother-in-Law to Paul, devoted Grandmother of Emilie, Abigail, Phoebe, Emma, Jake and George, Great-Grandmother of Sage and a dear Sister of John and Ian.  Val will be missed greatly by all who knew her.  The Funeral Service will take place at 10.00 a.m. on Wednesday 27^th August at The Parish Church of St James The Great, Gawsworth followed by a private Service of Committal which will take place at 11.30 a.m. at Macclesfield Crematorium.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the East Cheshire Hospice.

POWELL Doreen

Died on Thursday, 31^st July 2025, at Salford Royal Hospital, Doreen aged 92 years of Macclesfield. The dearly loved Wife of the late Graham, a much-loved Mother of Karen, treasured Nana of Oliver and Matthew and a cherished Sister of June. 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 Thursday, 11^th September at 2.45 p.m.

SIDDALL Jean

On Saturday, 23^rd August 2025 peacefully in a local care home, Jean aged 80 years.  The dearly loved Wife of the late Harold, much loved Mother, cherished Grandmother and a treasured Sister.  Jean 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 Tuesday, 23^rd August 2025 at 2.45 p.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of Cancer Research UK.

STARBUCK George Edward

Peacefully on Saturday 9^th August 2025 in the East Cheshire Hospice, Edward aged 84 years.  The dearly loved Husband of Valerie, beloved and much loved Father of Lisa and David, cherished Father-in-Law and a treasured Grandfather.  Edward 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, 4^th September 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.

TAYLOR Colin Clive

Peacefully on Wednesday, 30^th July 2025, at his home, Colin aged 59 years of Macclesfield. The much-loved Father of Ayrton and Sydney. He will be sadly missed and most fondly remembered, by all his loving family and friends. The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Wednesday, 27^th August at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only by request, but if desired donations may be sent for Macmillan.

TAYLOR Margaret Elizabeth

Peacefully on Wednesday, 30^th July 2025, at her home, Margaret aged 68 years of Siddington. The dearly loved partner of Christopher, a much-loved Mother of Charlotte and Alexandra. She will be sadly missed and most fondly remembered, by her loving family, friends and former work colleagues. The Funeral Service will take place at All Saints Church, Siddington on Monday, 1st September at 1.00 p.m. Prior to a service of Committal at Macclesfield Crematorium at 2.45 p.m.

THOMSON Audrey Mary

Peacefully on Friday, 15^th August 2025, at Macclesfield District General Hospital, Audrey aged 89 years of Macclesfield and formerly Chelford. The dearly loved Wife of Reverend Keith Thomson, a much-loved Mother of Andrew, Christopher and Claire and Grandmother to Angus, Ella and Katie. She will be sadly missed and most fondly remembered, by all her loving family and friends. The Funeral Service will take place at St. Philip and St. James Church, Alderley Edge on Friday, 19^th September, at 1.45 p.m. Prior to a service of Committal at Macclesfield Crematorium at 3.30 p.m.

TRENELL Malcolm Kim

On Wednesday, 23^rd July 2025 peacefully in Hospital, Malcolm aged 77 years.  The dearly loved Husband of Eileen, beloved and much loved Father of john, Mike, Christine and Neil and a cherished Grandfather.  Malcolm 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 Friday, 22^nd August 2025 at 11.30 a.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of St Ann’s Hospice Cheadle.

WRAY Simon David

On Friday, 29^th August 2025 peacefully in the East Cheshire Hospice, Simon aged 63 years.  The dearly loved Stepfather of Anna and Laura and a much loved Grandad.  Simon 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, 2^nd October 2025 at 1.15 p.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the east Cheshire Hospice.