Our thoughts and prayers are with their loved ones

These are the loved-ones remembered in the funeral notices this week. To see the full list of family announcements, visit this section of the Cheshire Live website where you can search by name, date and location.

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John GARNER

Of Delamere, peacefully in hospital on 8th January 2026 aged 92 years. Dearly beloved Husband of Jean, much loved Dad to Kevin, Robert and Peter and precious Grandad to all the Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired, would be greatly appreciated to Dementia UK. Funeral Service to take place at St Peter’s Church Delamere on Monday 26th January at 2pm, followed by private Cremation Service. All enquiries to Jacqueline Wilson Independent Funeral Services 40a Main St Frodsham WA67AU Tel 01928 643078 E Mail frodsham@jwifs.co.uk

Derek HENSLEY

Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, aged 84 years. Beloved Husband of the late Norma. A much loved Dad and Grandad. The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Widnes Crematorium on Wednesday 4th February 2026 at 12 noon. Family flowers only by request please, donations are gratefully being received on behalf of Marie Curie. Further enquiries to John Duggan Funeral Directors, 30 Widnes Road, WidnesWA8 6AD. Tel: 0151 424 2331

Stuart Nigel JOHNSON

Passed away peacefully, at home, on Christmas Day, aged 62 years. Stuart’s funeral service wil take place at 1:00pm on Thursday 22nd January 2026 at St Philip & St James Church, Groby followed by interment in Groby Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations for LOROS or St Lukes Hospice may be made online at www.ansteyfunerals.com or sent to Anstey & District Funeral Service Talbott House, Leicester Road, Anstey, Leicester, LE7 7AT 0116 2340548

Barry Denis LANE

Passed away peacefully on 27 December 2025, aged 83. Surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Wendy for 61 wonderful years, much-loved father to Chandra and Chris, and a devoted Grandad to Olivia, Edward, and Grace. Barry was a true gentleman who loved life and was deeply respected by all who knew him. He was a Company Director and owner for 44 years and took great pride in his work and relationships. A Memorial Service will be held at St Mary’s Church, Disley, Cheshire, SK12 2NP, on 29 January 2026 at 1.30pm. Private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations in Barry’s memory may be made to The Christie Trust.

Brian Albert PROBYN

It is with our deepest sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Brian Albert Probyn. A devoted husband of Lily and also a much-loved Dad, Gramps, family and friends. He will be sadly missed, although it is comforting to know that he will now be reunited with his loved ones.Death leaves a heartache that no-one can heal, Love leaves a memory that no-one can steal. A Funeral service will be held for Brian at Chester Crematorium on 30th January @10.40 am. Family flowers only. Donations to The British Heart Foundation. All Welcome

Kenneth Truesdale SCOTT

31st December 2025 peacefully passed away aged 80 years. A much loved brother, uncle and friend to many. Funeral service to take place on Monday 26th January at Chester Crematorium at 11.20am. Donations if so desired to be shared between Parkinson’s UK and Hospice of the Good Shepherd, Backford. For all enquiries please contact Jacqueline Wilson Independent Funeral Services Hill View, High Street, Clotton, Tarporley Tel 01829 781572

Cyril STOCKTON

6th January 2026 Passed away peacefully, aged 90 years. A much loved husband, dad and grandad. Funeral service to take place on Thursday 29th January at Vale Royal Crematorium at 11am. Donations if so desired to be shared between Alzheimer’s Society and Sable Cottage Nursing Home, Kelsall. For all enquiries please contact Jacqueline Wilson Independent Funeral Services, Hill View, High Street, Clotton, Tarporley. Tel 01829 781572.

Teresa Danuta URBANSKA

Peacefully at home on Tuesday 23rd December 2025, aged 79 years. Funeral service will be held at Manchester Crematorium – Old Chapel on Friday 6th February 2026 at 2:00 PM. Flowers welcome. All enquiries to Albert R Slack Ltd, 84 South Oak Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 6AT. Tel: 01625 525063. www.cheshirefunerals.co.uk

Olwen WOODCOCK

Peacefully in Loxley Hall Care Home on 11th January 2026, aged 94 years. Dearly beloved Wife of the late Stan, much loved Mum to Graham, Elaine and Paul and precious Nan to all the Grandchildren. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired, would be greatly appreciated to the Hospice of the Good Shepherd. Funeral service to take place at St Bartholomew’s Church Barrow on Friday 30th January at 11am, followed by burial in the Churchyard. All enquiries to Jacqueline Wilson Independent Funeral Services 1 Crown Buildings, Latham Ave, Helsby, WA6 0DX , Tel 01928 391699, E Mail helsby@jwifs.co.uk

Denis Newton FLINN

Denis (Newton) Flinn, of Macclesfield, passed away, aged 92 on 15th December 2025, following a brief illness. Denis was the beloved husband of the late Anthea, who died just six months earlier. He was the much loved father of Stephen, Jonathan, Julian and Sally and grandfather of Ellie, Megan, Joel and Rafferty. He will be hugely missed by all his family and friends, those he encountered as he strode across the fields and hills around Macclesfield, and musicians from the Orchestra’s, ensembles and choirs of which he had been a proud member in Knutsford, Wilmslow and far beyond.

The Funeral Service will take place on Tuesday 20th January 2026 with a celebration of his life at Macclesfield Crematorium at 12-15pm. Donations in lieu of flowers to the Cystic Fibrosis Trust please. All enquiries Hooley Watson & Buckley Tel – 01625 422734

Ian William GRAHAM

With great sadness we announce the passing of Ian William Graham. Ian passed away peacefully in Leighton Hospital aged 78 years. He will be very sadly missed and forever loved by all his family and friends. Funeral service will take place at St Mary’s Church, Nantwich on Friday 23rd January 2026 at 11:30am, followed by a private family cremation. Donations in memory of Ian will be gratefully received for Cancer Research UK. For any enquiries, please contact Gavin Palin Funeral Directors Nantwich Telephone: 01270 624153 Email: email@gavinpalinfs.co.uk

Zena Janet GRUNNER

Zena of Elworth, Sandbach passed away in the care of Staff at Leighton Hospital aged 73 years. Loving Partner of Eric, much loved Sister of Susan and Special Auntie to Laura, Hannah & Jenson, sadly missed by family and Friends. Funeral Service at Crewe Crematorium on Monday 26th January at 11.30am, Family flowers only, donations if desired please for Macmillan Cancer Support and St Luke’s Cheshire Hospice. The family have asked for a hint of red to be worn on the day. All enquiries to: A W Burrows & Son, Independent Family Funeral Directors, Swanley, Nantwich, CW5 8QB. 01270 524243

Keith JONES

10th January 2026 peacefully passed away aged 89 years. Born in Handbridge, Chester. A much loved husband to Josie, a loving father to Mike, Wendy, Stuart, Kerry and Lionel, A loving grandfather to 11 grandchildren, 5 step-grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and 7 step- great grandchildren.

Keith was an Electrical Contractor for over 40 years running his own business and was very involved in fund raising for local charities. He was also an active member in Freemasonary, sang with the Cestrian Male Voice Choir (now the Chester Male Voice Choir) for 40 years and a huge supporter of Chester Zoo and the fantastic conservation work they do all over the world.

Keith, a larger than life character, was well respected and will be sadly missed by many who came into contact with him. Funeral service to take place on Tuesday 10th February 2026 at St Mary’s Church, Handbridge at 10.30am followed by cremation at Chester Crematorium. Donations if so desired to Countess of Chester Hospital (fundraising) For all enquiries please contact Jacqueline Wilson Independent Funeral Services Hill View, High Street, Clotton, Tarporley Tel 01829 781572

John Joseph NICHOLSON

Passed peacefully in hospital aged 83 years. Sean will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all his loving family and friends. Funeral service to take place at St. Edwards Roman Catholic Church on Tuesday 27th January at 10:30am followed by Internment in Runcorn Cemetery. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, can be made to Cancer Research UK All enquiries to S. Rigby Funeral Directors (Runcorn). Tel 01928 572098

Mark PROBIN

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, after a brief illness, at the age of 67. Devoted and adored Dad, proud and loving Grandad (Neh), much loved Husband, cherished Son and a good friend to many. ‘Forever in our hearts’. Funeral service and cremation will be held at Crewe Crematorium on Friday, 16th January 2026, at 2:45 pm. Family flowers only please, with kind donations in memory of Mark to The Royal British Legion. For further details, please contact Oxley’s Funeral Services at 01270 214009.

John SHARMAN

Sharman, John (Shrimp) John, aged 77, passed away suddenly, but peacefully with his family around him at home in Bollington on Thursday 25th December. Dearly loved husband of Lynne. Loving dad, Grandad and great grandad. John will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. The funeral service and committal will take place at Macclesfield Crematorium on Friday 23rd January at 1.15 pm. Family flowers only by request. Donations if desired to The Christie or Space4Autism via www.jeremyunsworthfunerals.co.uk. Enquiries to Jeremy Unsworth Funeral Services, Valerie House, Palmerston Street, Bollington. SK10 5PX 01625 560078

Susan Elisabeth TATTERSALL

Died peacefully on 1 December 2025, aged 90, rejoining her beloved husband of 65 years, David. Devoted and cherished mother to John and Mike and extremely proud grandmother to Molly and Teddy. Susan enjoyed and was grateful for a long, happy and fulfilling life. She will be remembered for her warmth and kindness and will be sadly missed by her family and the many friends whose lives she touched.

Beryl Olive TAYLOR

Beryl aged 91 years from Wistaston passed away whilst in the care of staff at Elm House Care Home. The much loved wife of the late David, devoted mum to Simon and friend to many, Beryl will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by her family and friends. Her funeral service will be held at Crewe Crematorium Chapel on Wednesday 21st January, 2026 at 1pm. Family flowers only please. All enquiries to funeral director Steven Linde. Crewe Funeral Services. Tel. 01270 588980 250 Crewe Road, Shavington CW2 5AQ

Jeff WELCH

Who passed away peacefully on the 17th of December 2025, aged 84 years. Jeff, the dearly loved Husband to the late Sandra, much loved Dad to Chris and Andrew, treasured Father-in-Law to Sheila and Susan, cherished Grandad to Robert, Hannah, Karl and Laura, special Great Grandad to Jake and Penny and a dear friend to many. Family flowers only; donations, if desired, may be made to Adelaide School in Crewe, where Jeff served as Chairman of Governors for many years and had a long and happy association. Funeral Service and Cremation at Crewe Crematorium Friday 23rd January 2026 at 10.45a.m. All enquiries to Oxley’s Funeral Services. Tel. 01270 214009.

Valerie May WOOTTON

Passed away peacefully on 21st December at The Westbourne Care Home, Holmes Chapel. Valerie May Wootton aged 87 years. A devoted wife to the late Timothy Edmund Wootton, a much loved Mum to Adrian and Kevin and a loving Gran and Great Gran. Valerie will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all her family and friends. Funeral service to take place on Friday 30th January at St Michael’s Church, Coppenhall followed by a committal at Crewe Crematorium. Donations in memory of Valerie will be gratefully received for The Alzheimer’s Society. For all enquiries, please contact Co-op Funeralcare, Middlewich Street, Crewe. Tel: 01270 584329.

Mark Adrian ALLEN

Peacefully at home on Tuesday, 6th January 2026 with his family by his side, Mark aged 63 years. The dearly loved Husband of Anne, irreplaceable and much-loved Father of James, Christopher and Katherine, devoted Grandfather, beloved Brother, cherished Son, loving Father-in-Law and treasured Brother-in-Law and Uncle. Mark 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, 29th January 2026 at 2.45 p.m. Family flowers only, by request, but donations may be made, if so desired, to Cancer Research UK. All enquiries to: Andrew Smith Funeral Services Park Green House 82 Sunderland Street, Macclesfield Cheshire SK11 6HN Telephone: 01625 433853

Ian James PICKSTOCK

With much sadness we announce the sudden passing of Ian aged 57 years. Ian of Nantwich, Beloved Son of the late Mary and Ernest, much loved Stepson to Mary, Loving Brother to Colin and Wife Bev, Uncle to Aidan & Niamh, Nephew to Margaret, Cousin to Barbara & Paul and Friend to many. Sadly missed and remembered always. A Service of thanksgiving will take place at Crewe Crematorium on Tuesday 20th January 2026 at 11.30am. Family flowers only, donations if desired please for The Mid Cheshire Hospital Charity. All enquiries to: A W Burrows & Son Independent Family Funeral Director, Swanley, Nantwich, CW5 8QB. 01270 524243

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