Funeral Notices

BARKWORTH Leonard Anthony “Tony”

Peacefully on Saturday, 7^th June 2025 at home, Tony aged 85 years.  The dearly loved Husband of Nancy, beloved and much loved Father of John and Louise.  Tony will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all his loving Family and Friends.  The Service of Thanksgiving will take place at the Parish Church of Sutton St James on Monday, 7^th July 2025 at 3.00 p.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the East Cheshire Hospice.

BARNSHAW Angela Elizabeth

On Saturday, 24^th May 2025 peacefully at home, Angela aged 88 years of Macclesfield.  The dearly loved Wife of the late Philip, a much-loved Mother of Kevin and Michael, loved Grandmother of Ross, Gemma and Sacha and a cherished Mother-in-Law of Donna and Beverley.  Angela will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all her loving Family and Friends.  The Funeral Service will take place at St. John the Evangelist Parish Church Macclesfield on Thursday, 3^rd July 2025 at 1.30 p.m. followed by a Committal Service at Macclesfield Crematorium.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the East Cheshire Hospice.

BAXTER Richard William

Peacefully on Friday, 27^th June 2025, at the Ashgate Hospice in Chesterfield, Richard aged 56 years of Whaley Bridge. The dearly loved Husband of Vicki, loving Father of Madi and Lottie. He will be sadly missed and most fondly remembered, by all his loving family, friends and colleagues. The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at the Birches Crematorium, Lach Dennis, on Tuesday, 29^th July at 1.30 p.m.

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.

CAMERON Jean

On Wednesday, 28^th May 20025 peacefully at home, Jean aged 91 years formally of Macclesfield.  The dearly loved Wife of the late Philip and a much loved Mother of Mark, Stewart and the late Glenn.  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 Friday, 4^th July 2025 at 3.30 p.m.

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.

CAVANAGH Michelle Diane Lorna

On Monday 2nd June 2025, peacefully in hospital, Michelle aged 48 years.  The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at 11.30 a.m. on Friday 4th July at Macclesfield Crematorium.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.

DARBARI Mohammad Hossein

On Monday, 14^th July 2025 peacefully at home, Mohammad aged 79 years.  The dearly loved Husband of Justine, much loved Father of Abbas and Stepfather of Damian.  Mohammad will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all his loving Family and Friends.  The Funeral Service will take place in Macclesfield Crematorium Chapel followed by Interment in Macclesfield Cemetery on Thursday, 7^th August 2025 at 12.15 p.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of UNICEF Gaza Appeal.

EDGE Maureen Philomena

On Tuesday, 22^nd July 2025 peacefully in a local care home, Maureen aged 92 years.  The dearly loved Wife of the late James, beloved  Mother of Tricia and Tony, cherished Grandmother and a treasured Great Grandmother.  Maureen 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, 12^th August 2025 at 2.00 p.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of Alder Hey Children’s Hospital.

GABBUTT Irene

On Monday, 23^rd June 2025 peacefully in a local care home, Irene aged 101 years.  The dearly loved Wife of the late John Michael Gabbutt, beloved and much loved Mother of Carole and a cherished Grandmother.  Irene 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 Thursday, 24^th July 2025 at 2.00 p.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of Macular Society.

GASKELL Margaret Yvonne

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Yvonne, aged 80, on Thursday 29th May 2025, peacefully at home, surrounded by her family.

Beloved Wife, Mother and Granny, cherished by all her family, Yvonne will be fondly remembered for her love and care for others.

The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Wednesday, 2nd July at 2.00 p.m.

Family flowers only by request, but if desired, donations may be sent to Helen Atkin Group Riding for the Disabled Association.

Forever in our hearts.

MADDEN Damien John “Mouse”

On Sunday, 15^th June 2025 suddenly at home, Damien aged 56 years of Macclesfield.  The dearly loved Son of June and a much loved Brother.  Damien 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 Tuesday, 22^nd July 2025 at 10.45 a.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of The East Cheshire Hospice.

MANN Dinah Jacqueline Christine

Peacefully on Friday, 4^th July 2025, at Prestbury House Care Home, Dinah aged 87 years. The dearly loved Wife of the late David John Mann, a much-loved Mother of Sarah and Julia. 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 Friday, 1^st August at 10.45 a.m. Family flowers only by request, but if desired donations may be sent for the Battersea Dogs Home, R.N.L.I or The Purple Angel.

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.

OLDHAM Jean

On Friday, 11^th July 2025 peacefully in Macclesfield District General Hospital, Jean aged 88 years.  The dearly loved Wife of the late Tony, beloved and much loved Mother of Mark and John, cherished Grandmother of Laura and a treasured Great Grandmother.  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 Monday, 4^th August 2025 at 10.45 a.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the East Cheshire Hospice.

PUGH Kenneth David (Ken)

Peacefully on Tuesday, 17^th June 2025, at Henning Hall Care Home, Ken aged 78 years of Macclesfield. The dearly loved Partner of Patricia. 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, 16^th July at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only by request, but if desired donations may be sent for Parkinsons UK.

RICHARDSON Christina Mary (Tina)

Peacefully on Monday, 30^th June 2025, at the East Cheshire Hospice, Tina aged 85 years of Chelford. The dearly loved Wife of the late Arthur Richardson. She will be sadly missed and most fondly remembered, by her loving family and friends. The Funeral service will take place at All Saints Church, Marthall on Thursday, 31^st July, at 2.00 p.m. Prior to Interment at St. John The Evangelist Church, Chelford at 3.15 p.m. Family flowers only by request, but if desired donations may be sent for the East Cheshire Hospice.

RODDY Eileen Mary

Died peacefully on Monday, 9^th June 2025, at the East Cheshire Hospice, in the presence of her loving family, Eileen aged 69 years of Sutton. The dearly loved Mother of Christopher. She will be sadly missed and most fondly remembered, by all her loving family and friends. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Alban’s Roman Catholic Church on Friday, 11^th July at 2.00 p.m. Prior to Interment at St. James Churchyard, Sutton. Family flowers only by request, but if desired donations may be sent for the Cats Protection League, Dogs Protection, Shelter or Dogs for the Blind.

SHARP John

Peacefully on Monday 9^th June 2025 in Stepping Hill Hospital, John aged 81 years.  The dearly loved Partner of Sue, beloved Father of Gemma and Lucinda, a much loved Grandfather and a treasured Brother.  John 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, 2^nd July 2025 at 10.00 a.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of The Stroke Association.

SKIPWORTH Christine Margaret

On Saturday 24th May 2025, peacefully in a local care home, Christine aged 80 years.  The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at 2.45 p.m. on Tuesday 8th July at Macclesfield Crematorium.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the Alzheimer’s Society.

STREETS Susan Elizabeth

On Thursday, 5^th June 2025 peacefully in Macclesfield District General Hospital, Susan aged 67 years.  The dearly loved Mother of James, Katy, Tom and Ben and a cherished Grandmother.  Susan will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all her loving Family and Friends.  The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at the Birches Crematorium on Wednesday, 9^th July 2025 at 12.00 noon.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the Christies at Macclesfield Hospital.

SUTTON Brian Marshall

On Saturday, 7^th June 2025 peacefully in Macclesfield District General Hospital, Brian aged 77 years.  The dearly loved Father of Tracey, Lee, Justin and Mitchell and a cherished Grandfather and Great Grandfather.  Brian 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 Monday, 7^th July 2025 at 10.45 a.m.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of Meningitis Now.

TOWNSEND Lorraine Christine

Peacefully on Thursday, 12^th June 2025, at her home, Lorraine aged 82 years of Alton. The dearly loved Wife of Roger and a loving Mother. 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, 14^th July at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only by request, but if desired donations may be sent.

WALSH Louis Joseph “Lou”

On Friday, 6^th June 2025 peacefully in a local care home, Lou aged 85 years.  The dearly loved Husband of Helen, beloved and much loved Father of Chris and Kathryn and a cherished Pa of Freya, Jessica and Thomas.  Lou will be missed greatly and most fondly remembered by all his loving Family and Friends.  The Requiem Mass will take place at St Edward the Confessor Catholic Church, Macclesfield on Tuesday, 1^st July 2025 at 10.00 a.m. followed by a Private Committal at Macclesfield Crematorium.  Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the East Cheshire Hospice or the Woodlands Care Home Comfort Fund.

WILLIAMS Eileen Helen

On Monday, 14^th July 2025 peacefully in a local care home, Eileen aged 84 years.  The dearly loved Wife of the late Brian, beloved and much loved Mother of Craig, Jacqui and Sharon and a cherished Grandmother.  Eileen 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 on Monday, 28^th July 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.