Funeral Notices

BAILEY Christopher John

On Saturday 17^th January 2026, peacefully in hospital, Chris aged 78 years. Beloved and loving Husband of Bernadette, loving Father, Father-in-Law and devoted Grandfather of Georgia, Ben and James. Chris was the former proprietor of Architectural Design (Macclesfield), a member of the RIBA and the Macclesfield Chamber of Commerce and will be missed greatly and fondly remembered by all who knew him. The Funeral Service will take place at 2.00 p.m. on Thursday 19^th February at Sutton St James Parish Church followed by private Interment in the Churchyard. Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, in favour of the East Cheshire Hospice or the Motor Neurone Disease Association.

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Funeral details

Location: Sutton St James Parish Church

Date: Thursday, 19 February, 2026

Time: 2.00 p.m.

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