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Liverpool Echo
Liverpool Echo
National
James McNeill

89 tributes, death and funeral notices from across Merseyside

Announcing the passing of a loved one in local news media is a long-standing tradition and we are proud of the trust placed in us to make these important announcements. Every day the ECHO print edition carries tributes in its death notices for those who have lost a loved one recently and our condolences go out to all.

It gives people a chance to celebrate the lives of loved ones and pay respects to the health and care teams who looked after them. The announcements also often share information regarding funerals, fundraising and flowers.

You can see the full list of family announcements by visiting the Liverpool ECHO section of our partner website funeral-notices.co.uk . Here are the notices published in the ECHO over the last week.

Peter Noel Almond

Died 25th December 2022 (aged 65) peacefully in Aintree Hospital. Reunited with loving father; leaving loving mother, brother, sister and family members. Funeral service to be held at Thornton Crematorium on Monday 13th February at 12:45 pm. RIP a gentle giant. Family flowers only please - any donations in memory of Peter are welcomed and will be sent to Freshfields Animal Rescue Centre, East Lodge Farm, East Lane, Ince Blundell, Liverpool, L29 3EA All enquiries to H Leslie Humphreys 69 Liverpool Road, Crosby. L23 5 SE. Tel 0151 924 4805

James Atherton

Beloved Husband of Patricia, Dear Father of Michael, Family flowers only please but donations if desired are being gratefully received for Dementia UK. Funeral Service and Committal is to take place at Thornton Crematorium on Thursday 16th February 2023 at 12pm. All enquiries to Thompsons Funeral Directors 175A Liverpool Road South, Maghull L31 8AA. Tel 0151 526 1815

George Baker

Loving Husband to Maureen and Dad to Mike and George. Service at St Helens Crematorium 10am 14th February.

Victor (Uncle Vic) Black

(Uncle Vic) Mr Victor Black lovingly known as 'Uncle Vic', Died 18th January 2023, aged 91. Passed peacefully in Woodlands Lodge Formby. Victor will be remembered fondly, and sadly missed by all his family and friends. Victor's funeral service will take place at 2pm on Thursday 9th February 2023 at Southport Crematorium. No flowers by request please, but donations are being gratefully received for RNLI and Cancer Research UK c/o Dean Brothers Funeral Directors Ltd, Deans Court, 76 Gores Lane, Formby, L37 7DF, Tel: 01704872023

Sidney Alan Blakeman

Peacefully in hospital aged 75 years. Loving husband to Lilian and devoted dad to Lucy and partner Ben. Will be sadly missed by all family and friends. 'A unique character that will be remembered with great fondness' Funeral service at St Thomas' Church, Melling on Thursday 23rd February 2023 at 12:00 noon followed by burial in St Thomas' Churchyard. Family flowers only please but donations if desired for Carla Lane Animals In Need. All further enquiries c/o Andrew Roughley Independent Funeral Directors 13-14 Central Square Maghull. L31 0AE. Tel: 0151 433 8820.

Edna Bocking

Passed away peacefully aged 86. Loving wife to Richard, dearly loved Mum to Liston and mother in law to Gareth. Devoted Nan to Samuel and Evie. Much loved sister to Kenny, Arthur, Derek and Colin and sister in law to Margaret, Jean, Irene and Mary and loving Auntie to her nieces and nephews. Edna will be greatly missed by all her friends and family. The funeral service will take place on Wednesday 15th February - 10.00am at Springwood Crematorium, Springwood Avenue, Liverpool L25 7UN. Family flowers only, donations if desired can be made to Cancer Research UK which is a charity that Edna continued to support. For any other information please contact Desmond L Bannon & Sons Funeral Directors, The Whitehouse, Broadgreen Road, L13 5SF. 0151 228 2272.

Glenys Môn Brady (Hughes)

(Hughes) Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family aged 79. A Funeral Service will be held at St. Margaret Mary's Catholic Church, Pilch Lane on Thursday 23rd February at 1pm followed by a committal service at Springwood Crematorium (Myrtle Chapel) at 2.15pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Save The Children. All enquiries to Cosgroves Funeral Service, Whiston. 0151 426 6622

Glenys Brady (Hughes)

(Hughes) Deeply saddened by the loss of Glenys our wonderful Sister. We will always remember the treasured memories we have had throughout the years. Go with love and now reunited with Albert and Mummy & Daddy. Our thoughts are with Kristian, Louise, and Kate. From your loving Sisters Pat, Rita, Lyn, and families. xxx

John Brown

Peacefully at home aged 87. Beloved husband of Mary, a much loved dad of John, Julie, Paul, Stephen and Mark. A loving grandad and great-grandad to all his grandchildren. A loved brother to Margaret and Joan, a dear father-in-law to Cathy, Mark, Susan, Diane and Mandy. Funeral service at The Unitarian Church, Ullett Road, L17 2AA on Tuesday 14th February at 1.15pm followed by cremation at Springwood Crematorium (Myrtle Chapel) at 2.45pm. No flowers by request please, donations if desired to L'Arche Liverpool https://www.larcheliverpool.org.uk/ All enquiries to Richard & Shannon Jenkins Family Funeral Directors, 3 Allerton Road, L18 1LG. Tel: 0151 318 4660.

John Campbell

Suddenly at home aged 79 years. A loving Husband to his Wife Agnes (deceased) and a much loved Dad to his broken hearted Daughter Paula. A dear Brother to broken hearted Albie and Deana. A most amazing Grandad to his Grandsons Michael, Ryan, Joseph and Robert. John will be sadly missed yet always remembered by his family and friends. Reunited with your loving Wife Agnes. Goodnight God Bless Family flowers only but donations if desired to Macmillan Nurses. Funeral service to be held on Wednesday 8th March, St John The Evangelist Church at 9.30am then committal at Anfield Crematorium at 10.40am. All enquiries to Thompsons Funeral Directors Bedford House, 274 Bedford Road, Bootle L20 9NE Tel: 0151 933 0202

Doreen Carroll

January 15th 2023, aged 80 years. Reunited with her loving husband John, loving mum of John, Lorraine, Stephen and Rita, loving nan of Emma, Katie and Vincent, loving great-nan of Tyler. Doreen will be sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. Funeral service to be held on Tuesday 14th February 2023, Anfield Crematorium, at 12 noon. All enquiries to Desmond L Bannon & Sons, Elwy Lodge, Kirkby, Liverpool L32 7QY. 0151 548 5399.

Thomas Alan Chandler

After long and severe suffering Tom died peacefully in the wonderful care of St Joseph's Hospice Thornton. Reunited with his twin Brother Richard and Parents; he sadly leaves his Brother Gerard and his Sisters Rose and Mary, who love him dearly. Funeral Mass will take place at 11am Thursday 23rd February at St Vincent de Paul RC Church, Park Lane, L1 5JN followed by Committal at the Rosemary Chapel, Springwood Crematorium, L25 7UN Family flowers only please, Donations if desired in memory of Tom may be made payable to St. Joseph's Hospice, Ince Road, Thornton L23 4UE Enquiries C/O Leadbetter & Murphy 274A Smithdown Road L15 5AJ 0151-733-3323

Pauline Charnock

80 years old. Passed 10/1/23. To my beautiful, caring mum. So sorry I wasn't there with you the day you had to leave us. You really were the best mum ever. You gave us so much love and happiness and I will cherish those memories forever. It was an honour and a privilege to have you as our mum. Funeral at West Lancashire Cemetery and Crematorium L40 7SP 16 February 2pm. All welcome. Broken-hearted Son Frank, Daughter in law Jacqui, Grandsons Joshua and Kieran xxxx

Ronald (Ronnie) Cornett

Ronnie Passed away peacefully in his sleep aged 87 years. Re-united with his loving wife Sylvia. Much loved dad to Dawn, Lynn, Julie & Paula. Father-in-law to Tony, Dave & Mike. Grandad to Liam, Phillip, Katie and Craig and Gramps to Rhys, Amelia, Emmie and Charlie. Remembering you is easy, we do it every day. Missing you is the heartache that will never go away. Rest in peace with Mum, we will love you always x Ronnie's funeral service will be held at Thornton Crematorium at 11.15am on Wednesday 22nd February 2023. Family flowers only, please make any donations in memory for Dementia UK or The British Heart Foundation to ronaldcornett.muchloved.com. All enquiries to Barringtons Funeral Services 28 Crosby Road North, Waterloo L22 4QF. Tel 0151 928 1625.

Hugh Patrick Costello

January 14th 2023, aged 80 years. Reunited with loving daughter Bernadette, loving husband of Chris, loving dad of Patrick, Stephen, Maria and Jacqui, loving grandad to all his grandchildren. Funeral service to be held at St Peter and St Paul's Church on Wednesday 15th February 2023 at 12.30pm followed by cremation at Anfield Crematorium for 2.00pm. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to Sense. All enquiries to Desmond L Bannon & Sons, Elwy Lodge, Kirkby, Liverpool L32 7QY. 0151 548 5399.

Leonard Mathew (Leni) Cruickshank

(Leni) It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Mr Leonard Mathew Cruickshank MBE. Leni sadly passed away on 29th December 2022 aged 77 years surrounded by his partner and family. A community focused man that fought hard to better people's lives; he founded and managed "Diggers "which trained thousands in landscape gardening ,improved access to nature and animals with the first city farm and fish rearing park in Liverpool. He worked to promote education in all its forms, from the blind school to Liverpool's rich and varied history. He was recognised both nationally and internationally for his services to communities. He was a fanatical fisherman and lifelong Everton fan. He will be remembered for his sense of humour and contribution to the Liverpool folk music scene where he played guitar with many of his best pals. He will be greatly missed by his loving partner Linda, family and friends Funeral Service to take place at St Dunstan's Church Earl Road on Friday 24th February 2023 at 12.30 followed by Interment at Toxteth Cemetery at 2pm.Donations in Leni's memory may be made to Musicians Benevolent Fund and L8 Matters. All enquiries to Howard Jenkins Funeral Directors .6 Smithdown Road, Toxteth Liverpool L7 4JG.Tel:0151 733 2683

Teresa Veronica Crummey

In loving memory. Passed away on 5th February 2023 at Aintree University Hospital, aged 80 years. Teresa was a very generous, determined and independent lady. She travelled the world. She was a much loved mum of Katharine, and Kevin (deceased). Sister to Pat, Winnie, Sonny, Mary and Anne, and aunty to many. Teresa will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her, including new friends made since her retirement as a home help, when she gave her time willingly at the Help for Heroes shop in Waterloo. Funeral will be at Thornton Garden of Rest on Wednesday 1st March at 3pm. Teresa's family warmly invite those who knew her to join us afterwards at The Northern Club to share memories. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Macmillan Cancer Support. All enquiries to H. Leslie Humphreys, 69 Liverpool Road Crosby L23 5SE. Tel 0151 924.4805

Kathleen Mary Frances Cullen (Née Hogan)

(Née Hogan) Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family, aged 95 years. Beloved wife to William, (Bill). Greatly loved mother to Anne and Paul and mother-in-law to Nola and Lizzy. Treasured grandma to Daniel and much loved great-grandma to Sadie and Jago. Funeral service is to take place at St Joseph's Catholic Church, Warren Road, Blundellsands on Tuesday 14th February 2023 at 12.00 noon followed by cremation at Thornton Crematorium. Please make any donations, in memory of Kathleen, direct to The British Heart Foundation or by the donation box which will be available at the funeral. Please send any floral tributes and any enquiries to The Co-operative Funeralcare, 50 - 52 Liverpool Road, Crosby, L23 5SG. Telephone: 0151 924 9530

Maxwell (Max) Daley

(Max) Sadly passed away, at his home in Kirkdale, Liverpool on 7th December 2022 aged 83. Treasured son of the late John & Margaret (nee Hart). Reunited with sisters, Jean (Pritchard) & Jacqueline (Clough) and brother's-in law Arthur & Ken. Devoted uncle to the late Ian & Chris. Will be sadly missed by nephews David & Rob. Funeral at Anfield Crematorium, Liverpool on Monday 27th February at 2:40pm. Enquiries to Co-Op Funeral Services.

Caroline (Carol) Deegan

Carol Will be missed every day. You are now at peace with Dad and Ian. Love you forever, Andrea and Collette, Dave, Hannah, Emily and Harriet. Funeral is to take place 11.30 9th February 2023 at St Ambrose church Speke L24 with committal at Springwood Crematorium. Donations to Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.

Brian Dixon

January 26th 2023 peacefully in hospital, aged 81 years. Much loved brother of John and Ron, brother in law of Mal and Ann and their families, a much loved uncle to Ann, Sally, Janet, Alan and all of their families. He was a true gentleman, may he rest in peace. Service and cremation at Thornton Crematorium on Monday February 13th at 1.30pm. Donations if desired to Cancer Research UK c/o

Mark Edey

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Mark Edey who passed away peacefully in hospital on 17th January 2023, aged 75 years. Mark was a dearly beloved Husband to Margaret and a much-loved Dad to Philip and Sharon and father-in-law of Suzy and John. Loving Grandad of Clara, Peter, Gregory, Amy and Elisha. A dear Brother of David and a much-loved Brother-in-law of Joan and Peter. Mark will be hugely missed by all his family, friends and all who knew him. The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Southport Crematorium on Wednesday 15th February 2023 at 3pm. Family flowers only by request please, but if desired donations are being gratefully received for Southport Offshore Rescue Trust. Further enquiries to Porters Funeralcare 111a Bispham Road Southport, PR9 7BJ Tel No: 01704 212714

David Robert Edwards

Aged 67 Passed away on 9th January 2023 at Aintree Hospital after a long illness. He will be sadly missed by all of his friends and family. Funeral will be Tuesday February 14th at 3pm at Thornton Crematorium. Family flowers only or donations to the Dialysis Unit at Aintree Hospital, c/o Thompsons Funeral Directors 8 Walton Vale Tel: 0151 525 3138

Clare Louise Ellis (nee Mills)

(nee Mills ) Friday 3rd February 2023 Peacefully aged 37 years. Reunited with her Dad Jimmy and Sister Hayley. Devoted Daughter of Doreen. Loving Wife to Jay. Special Mum to Hayley and Katelyn. Cherished Sister to Laura. Funeral Service and Cremation to be held on Friday 17th February 2023 at Anfield Crematorium at 4pm. Family flowers only please but donations if desired to Cancer Research UK. All enquiries to Peter Coyne Funerals 134-140 Stanley Road Kirkdale, L5 7QQ Tel: 0151 207 0222

Kathleen Forrest (Kath)

(Kath) 29th January 2023, aged 72 years. Funeral Service to take place at Springwood Crematorium, on Thursday 16th February 2023, at 10.30am. All enquiries to Craven Funeral Directors, Broadgreen Road, Liverpool L13 5SG

May (Nee Gorman) Gallagher (Mary Josephine)

(Mary Josephine) (Nee Gorman) Passed away peacefully at home on 23rd January 2023, aged 95 years. Dearly loved wife of the late John. Much loved Mum of Martin, Peter, Brendan and Christopher. Loving Nana to Adam, Thomas, James, Emma, Louisa, Anthony, Nathan, Alexander, Rhys, Keenan, Charlie and Harry and also Great Nana to Jude. Funeral Service to be held at St Annes Church, Ormskirk on Monday 27th February 2023 at 12:00pm, followed by Service at West Lancashire Crematorium at 1:00pm. Family flowers if desired or donations to Cenacle Convent, Tithebarn Grove, Lance Lane, Liverpool or Dementia UK - www.dementiauk.org/donate Further enquiries please contact Hunters Funeral Directors, Ormskirk. Tel 01695 572997.

Josie Garner

Passed away peacefully at Aintree Hospital aged 93 years. Josie was a loving Mum, Sister, Nan and Great Nan and will be deeply missed. Josie's funeral service will take place on Tuesday 28th of February, 12pm St Benet's church followed by a burial at Bootle Cemetery, 1.15pm. Any enquiries can be made to Barringtons Funeral Services, 28 Crosby Road North, Waterloo L22 4QF Tel: 0151 928 1625

Margaret Patricia (Peg) Garthwaite

(Peg) 18th January 2023 Peacefully surrounded by family at Southport Hospital. Aged 101 years. Devoted wife to the late Jack. Dearly loved mother to Simon and mother-in-law to Linda. Treasured grandma to James and great grandma to Eva and Emie. Funeral service will take place at Cornerstone Methodist Church, Marshside, Southport on Friday 17th February 2023 at 10am, followed by committal at Southport Crematorium at 11am. Donations are being gratefully received for Alder Hey Children's Hospital. Further enquiries please to Brookfields Funeralcare, 73-75 Shakespeare Street, Southport, PR8 5AJ. Tel No: 01704 532106

William (Billy) Gartland

(Billy) Passed away peacefully in hospital on 29th December 2022. Reunited with his loving wife Jeanette and sons Paul and Tony. Loving father of Willy and father-in-law of Tony and Johanne, grandfather to 8 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. A beautiful soul loved by all who knew him. Billy will be forever missed and never forgotten. Funeral service to be held at St Sebastian's, Lockerby Road L7 on 10th February at 10.30am, followed by cremation at Anfield Crematorium at 12 noon. All welcome to attend to celebrate his life. Family flowers only please. All enquiries to W. Craven Ltd. Tel 01512 283900.

Sarah (Sally) Goulding (Treanor)

(Treanor) (Sally) Funeral to be held 17.2.23 at St Augustine's, Castlefields, Runcorn at 10am. Sally is survived by her children, Billy, Peggy, Tommy, Maureen and Peter, 12 grandchildren and two more generations besides. "God will bring with Him those who have fallen asleep" - 1 Thess 4:14

Lawrence William Green (Billy)

(Billy) January 19th 2023, deeply missed by his devoted wife Marj, loving dad to Ian, Paul and Sandra, a much respected father in law to Lisa and Brian, special grandad to Ellie and Chloe. Funeral service will take place at Anfield Crematorium, on Friday February 17th, at 2pm. Family flowers only please, but donations if desired for Vascular Dementia. All enquiries to Peter Coyne Funeral Service, 475 Queens Drive, L4 8TY. Tel: 0151 226 7999

Lawrence William Green (Billy)

(Billy) Loving husband to Marj. Although you sleep in Heaven, you're not that far away my heart is full of memories and you're with me every day. I know you are at peace now, in a place that you are free, meet me at the pearly gates when Heaven calls for me. x x x

William (Billy) Greenway

(Billy) Peacefully in hospital aged 64 years. Reunited with his precious daughter Natalie, his mum, dad and all his loved ones. Devoted husband of Brenda, adored dad of Joe and Hannah and their partners Clare and Andy. A much loved brother of Vin and Russell and a dear brother in law of Anne-Marie, Jeff Phil and Paula. Billy will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Service and Cremation at Thornton Crematorium on Monday 27th February at 10.30 am. No flowers by request but donations can be made to The Firefighters Charity c/o the address below. All further enquiries Tel 0151 928 1625 28 Crosby Road North Waterloo Liverpool L22 4QF

Jack Guy

4th January 2023 Passed away aged 81 years. Reunited with his Mum and Dad. Jack was a much loved Cousin and Friend and will be very sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral Service to be held on Thursday 16th February 2023 at Anfield Crematorium at 12:00pm. Family flowers only please but donations if desired to Water Aid. All enquiries to Peter Coyne Funerals 134-140 Stanley Road L5 7QQ Tel: 0151 207 0222.

Ellen Edna Guy (Ravenscroft)

(Ravenscroft) Ellen Edna Guy, aged 96 years, passed away in Mallorca on 22nd January. Beloved wife of the late James Guy. A devoted and much loved mum to Adèle. Very special auntie, great auntie and great, great auntie. She will be terribly missed by all her family and friends. Church service will be held on Tuesday 14th February 2023 at 11.15am at St Richard's Church, Skelmersdale and then interment at 1pm in Ford Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Any donations will be given to Queenscourt Hospice, Southport.

Raymond Alan Hackett

Thank you for the years we shared, the love you gave the way you cared. To see you suffer was hard to bear but now we know you're in God's care reunited with your beloved wife Betty, Mum and sister Marie & Bryan xx

Raymond Alan Hackett

Thank you for everything Grandad. Still can't quite believe you're gone but I know you're in a better place and at peace now after everything that you've been through in the last few years. I'm sure you and Nan have a lot of catching up to do. Love your granddaughter, Jade xx

Raymond (Ray) Hackett

Ray Raymond Alan Hackett, (Ray) -3rd of February 2023 aged 75. You were always there no matter what, this has broken my heart you being gone, What will I do without you? but I know you’ll be so happy to be with my amazing Nan again. I love you, and I’ll forever cherish the amazing memories we shared. The Ray of sunshine in my life. All my love always, your loving granddaughter - Ellis xx

Raymond Alan Hackett

Peacefully in hospital, aged 75 years. Reunited with his beloved wife Betty. Devoted and much loved dad of Marie, cherished grandad of Jade and Ellis, dear father-in-law of Bryan. Ray will forever be missed and always in our hearts. Deeply missed by all his loving family and friends. Funeral service to take place on Tuesday 21st February 2023 at Anfield Crematorium at 2pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to ACSIL Charity. Family requested mourners to wear a hint of blue on their attire. All enquiries to Desmond L Bannon & Sons, Gateacre Village, L25 3PH. 0151 4283885.

Ellen Vivienne Haimes

Aged 78. Vivienne is going to be sadly missed by all of her family and friends. The funeral service is to take place on Monday 13th February at St Charles and St Thomas More Catholic Church at 10:00 followed by a committal at Springwood. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Parkinson's UK. For any other information please contact Desmond L Bannon & Sons Funeral Directors, The Whitehouse, Broadgreen Road, L13 5SF. 0151 228 2272.

Elizabeth Vernon (née Spratt) Hall (Betty)

(Betty) (née Spratt) Dearly loved wife of Alex, mum to Keith and Russell and nan to Emma, Connor and Jordan passed away peacefully at home on 5th January 2023, aged 91 years and will be greatly missed by all. Funeral will be held at the former Dovedale Road Baptist Church, Liverpool (Now Cornerstone Church) on 15th February at 1:00pm followed by interment at Toxteth Park Cemetery, Smithdown Road, Liverpool. Family flowers only please. If you can manage to attend Betty requested colourful attire (minimal black) and there will be a collection in lieu of flowers to be given to support the work of the Christian Blind Mission and The Bible Society. All who knew her are welcome. All enquiries and donations to Henry Naylor Funeral Directors, Easterfield House, 1 New Road, Driffield, YO25 5DL. Telephone (01377)252222

Bernadette (Bretta) Hanslope

(Bretta) 6th January 2023 Aged 87 years. Beloved wife of the late Bernie. Loving mum to Julie, Paula and Peter. Much loved nana to Joe, Jenny, Jack, Laura and Richard. Bretta will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Requiem Mass at St George's RC Church on Tuesday 14th February 2023 at 10:30am followed by committal at Thornton Crematorium. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations are being gratefully received for Cancer Research UK. Enquiries to Graham J Clegg Funeral Services, 36 Westway, Maghull, L31 0AE. Telephone: 0151 351 4323.

George Harris

2nd February 2023 Peacefully aged 83 years. Re-united with his Wife Josie, Sister in law Joan, Brother in Law John and Nephew Joseph. Devoted Dad to Donna. Special Grandad to Jessica. Funeral Service and cremation to be held on Tuesday 14th February at Anfield Crematorium at 2pm. Family flowers only please but donations if desired to St Josephs Hospice, Thornton. All enquiries to Peter Coyne Funerals; 134-140 Stanley Road, Kirkdale, L5 7QQ TEL 0151 207 02

Derek John Harris

Passed peacefully aged 80 years, will be remembered and missed by all his family and friends. Service and cremation at St. Helen's Crematorium on Friday 17th February at 3pm. Family flowers only please; donations if desired to Kidney Research UK https://derek-harris1.muchloved.com/ All enquiries to Coop Funeral Care, Liverpool, Dovecot, L14 9PH. Tel: 0151 228 8111

Ronald (Ronny) Hay

(Ronny) Passed away peacefully aged 81 years. Will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to be held on Wednesday 22nd February 2023 in Christ Church, Bootle at 2pm followed by committal at Thornton Crematorium at 3pm. Family flowers only please, but a donation if desired would be appreciated to St Joseph's Hospice. All enquiries to H. Leslie Humphreys Funeral Directors 69 Liverpool Road, Crosby. Merseyside, L23 5SE. Tel: 0151 924 4805

Jessie Elizabeth Hellon

Passed away peacefully aged 88 years. Treasured Mum, Nan and Great Nan. Will be Sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service will take place at St Helens Crematorium at 3.30pm on 15th Feb 2023. All enquires to Debbie Bennett Funeral Directors, 31 High Street, Prescot, L34 6HE, Tel 0151 426 3131 opt 1

Colin Edward Hickson

It is with great sadness we announce the death of Colin Hickson on Friday 20th January, aged 89 years. Dearly beloved Husband to Jean. Loving Dad to Gillian and the late Neil. A much loved Grandad, Great Grandad, Brother, Brother-in-law and Uncle, he will always be in our hearts. Funeral Service will take place at Southport Crematorium on Monday 20th February 2023 at 1pm. Family flowers only by request please but the family are gratefully receiving donations for Alzheimer's Society. Further enquiries please to Moisters Funeral Directors, 8 Marshside Road, Churchtown, Southport, PR9 8PF Tel: (01704) 227430

Lily Higgins (nee Parkinson)

(nee Parkinson ) January 29th 2023 Peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family, aged 87 years. Reunited with her loving husband Frank and son Gary. Will be loved and remembered by her sons Michael and Lee, a devoted nan and great-nan and a dear mother-in-law. Forever in our hearts. Funeral service at Springwood Crematorium on Monday 13th February, at 4pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Alder Hey Children's Hospital. All enquiries to Thomas Porter & Sons Ltd 66 Allerton Road Woolton Village L25 7RG Tel. 0151 428 9040.

Patricia Ann (Pat) Hilton

(Pat) February 1st, 2023 aged 83 years. Reunited with her devoted George. A much loved mum to Judith, David, Peter, Robert, Andrew and their families. Funeral service will take place at St Mary's Church, Walton on the Hill on Tuesday February 21st at 1.45pm. Cremation following at Anfield Crematorium. Flowers and enquiries c/o Peter Coyne Funeral Service, 475 Queens Drive, L4 8TY. Tel: 0151 226 7999

Kenneth Hirst

1st February 2023. Peacefully in hospital after a short illness aged 99 years. Reunited with his wife Margaret, a much loved father of Susan and Jackie, a loving grandad to Mark and Ryan, a loving great grandad to Joshua and Ollie, a very dear father-in-law to John. Service and cremation at Springwood Crematorium Myrtle Chapel on Tuesday 14th February at 11.15. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to The Salvation Army via funeral-notices.co.uk. All enquiries to All enquiries to Richard & Shannon Jenkins Family Funeral Directors, 3 Allerton Road, L18 1LG. Tel: 0151 318 4660.

Elizabeth Ann (Lily) Hogan (Nee O'Neill)

(Nee O'Neill) (Lily) Aged 90, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Lily, she was much loved by all of her family and friends and will be sadly missed by so many. Funeral service to take place at Our Lady of Walsingham RC Church, Netherton at 12 noon on February 13th followed by interment at Bootle Cemetery. All are welcome afterwards to Our Lady of Walsingham parish club. In our hearts you will stay, loved and remembered every day. Dee x Cathy x Tommy x John x All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Waltonvale, L9 2BU. Tel: 0151 525 1101

Frank Holburt

Passed away 12th January 2023 Deepest sympathy to Rose and family on the sad loss of Frank. A true gentleman. From Christine, Kevin and family,

Frank Holburt

Deeply saddened by the loss of Frank, the last of my four uncles. Go with love Frank into the arms of your mum, Lily, sister Rene and brothers Les, Vinnie and Tony. Our thoughts are with Rose and family. From loving nephew Paul and wife Jean.

Frank Holburt

Aged 86 years. Much loved husband to Rose, loving dad to all his children and doting granddad and great granddad to all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Frank will be sadly missed by all his loving family and friends. Funeral to be held on Wednesday 15th February at St Anthony's RC Church at 11.00am followed by committal at Anfield Crematorium at 12 noon. Frank will be resting at home from Tuesday 14th February. All enquiries to Desmond Bannon & Sons, John Rotheram House, Burlington Street, L3 6LG 0151 298 2066

Owen Anthony Hughes

January 16th 2023. Passed away peacefully aged 88 years. Reunited with his beloved wife Martha Much loved Dad, Grandad and Great-Grandad. Owen will be very much missed by all who knew and loved him. My lovely dad, a rare breed, he was always there to lend a hand, thoughtful, caring, he would understand. He never let me down, steadfast, constant, true, above all this, he was a good man to everyone he knew, rest peacefully with your Martha. My father, my confidante, my best friend, I will miss you so much, your Maria xxx Owen, my friend, I will miss our chats, cups of tea and biscuits, putting the world to rights, your stories of the old days, but most of all, I will miss you - a great man, your son-in-law Stan x Grandad, we can't thank you enough. You were one of a kind, the great kind, you will be missed. From all your loving grandchildren xxx Service to be held on Thursday, February 16th at 12noon in Sacred Heart Church, Hall Lane, L7 8TQ, burial to follow in Everton Cemetery at 1:20pm. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Owen may be made to the Alzheimer's Society. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare St Ambrose Grove L4 2RL Tel 263 2791

Maureen Hunton

Passed away peacefully at home aged 88 years. Loving wife to Barry, mother to Carolyn and John, mother-in-law to Henry and Karen, Granny to Jennifer, Stephanie, Sally, Robert and Andrew and Great-Granny to Max, Ellis and Lottie. Very much loved and missed. Maureen's funeral service will take place at St Michael's Church, Blundellsands on Thursday, 16th February at 9:45am followed by burial at Thornton Garden of Rest. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to The Woodlands Hospice, c/o 28 Crosby Road North, Waterloo, L22 4QF, Tel: 0151 928 1625

Keith Illingworth

Peacefully in Aintree hospital aged 92 years. Loving husband of Joyce and devoted Dad of John, Jane and Kate. He was greatly loved by all his grandchildren. Will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral service at St Andrew's C of E Church, Maghull on Tuesday 21st February 2023 at 1:45pm followed by committal at Thornton Crematorium at 3pm. Family flowers only please by request but donations if desired for the Liverpool Seafarers' Centre will be greatly received in Keith's memory. All further enquiries c/o Andrew Roughley Independent Funeral Directors 13-14 Central Square Maghull, L31 0AE. Tel: 0151 433 8820

Alison Jones

Aged 43. Alison is going to be sadly missed by all of her family and friends. Funeral service is to take place on Monday 13th February at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Church at 11:30 followed by a committal at Springwood Crematorium Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Signing Enabling Access. For any other information please contact Desmond L Bannon & Sons Funeral Directors, The Whitehouse, Broadgreen Road, L13 5SF. 0151 228 2272.

Linda Jones

29th January 2023 aged 69 years. She is at peace now. Reunited with husband Pete and her parents Fred and Peggy. Sadly missed by all her family and friends. Family flowers only, donations to Woodlands Hospice. Service and cremation at Thornton Crematorium on Thursday February 23rd at 11.15am. David Clegg Independent Funeral Service, 77 - 79 Bridge Road, Litherland, L21 2PA. Tel 0151 928 6665.

Ada Margaret Judge

Peacefully on 23rd January, aged 100 years. Loving wife of the late Peter Joseph, dearly loved mum to Maureen, Peter, Harry and Margaret. Loving nan to Alison, Keith, Sarah and Andrew, and also to her great-grandchildren and great-great-grandson Thomas. Always in our thoughts.

Catherine Patricia Kennedy

(Only we knew about us Pat) Great times together, you are never far away. Love always and you will always be locked in my heart. Patrick

Catherine Patricia Kennedy (French)

(French) (Pat) Your smile has gone forever, And your hand we cannot touch, We have so many memories of you, Our Mum, we love so much. Gareth, Tricia, Nicole, Nathan, Passed peacefully in your sleep, 31/12/22. Service at Anfield Crematorium 10am 15/02/23.

Elizabeth Littler (Nee Rotunda)

(Nee Rotunda) Peacefully at home. Devoted wife of Norman Sister of Margaret and nephew Simon. Funeral service to take place at St. Josephs Church, Birkdale, on Wednesday 15th February at 12 noon. Followed by the interment at Sacred Heart Cemetery. Family flowers only by request. Donations if so desired, can be made to Alzheimer's Society UK Donations and further enquiries please to M. Rushton Funeral Directors, 100 Marshside Road, Southport, PR9 9TG. Tel: 01704 214118.

Norma McCormick (née Chambers)

(née Chambers) 19th January 2023 peacefully at home. Funeral service will be held at Blessed Sacrament Church, Walton Vale on Friday 17th February at 1.00pm followed by interment at Everton Cemetery. Norma will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. All enquiries to Craven Funeral Directors 232 Warbreck Moor, Aintree L9 0HZ Tel: 0151 525 1212

Thomas (Tom / Tommy) Mcintyre

(Tom / Tommy) Beloved Husband, Dad and Grandad. His Funeral Service will be at Springwood Crematorium on Friday 17th February 2023 at 11am. No flowers please, donations if desired to Parkinson's UK. All enquiries to Debbie Bennett Funeral Directors, 31 High Street, Prescot, L34 6HE, Where Tom will be resting. Please telephone 0151 426 3131 option 1 for chapel visits.

Lilian Ann McKay

You are someone special, Someone good and true, You will never be forgotten, I thought the world of you. Your loving grandson Jay x

Doreen Frances McNinn

9th January 2023 Sadly, passed away after a short illness, aged 80 years. Devoted Wife to Bon. Dearly beloved Mum of Andrew and Julie. Dearest Mother-in-law of Claire and Rob. Cherished Granny to Jess, Jake and Sophie and a much-loved Great Granny to Eleanor. Doreen will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Southport Crematorium on Monday 13th February 2023 at 3pm. Family flowers only by request please but the family are gratefully receiving donations for Alzheimer's Society which was Doreen's chosen charity. Further enquiries please to Porters Funeralcare, 111a Bispham Road, Southport, PR9 7BJ Tel No: 01704 212714.

Irene Middleton

of Ffordd Las, Sychdyn, Mold. Passed away peacefully at Wrexham Maelor Hospital on Wednesday, 1st February 2023, aged 89 years. Loving mum of Phillip and Julie, Cherished grandma of Adam, Samantha and Alice. Irene will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service at Northop Parish Church on Friday, 24th February 2023 at 2:00pm, followed by cremation at Flintshire Memorial Park. Family flowers only please but donations may be given in Irene's memory to the Starlight Children's Foundation. All enquiries to Peter Morris Funeral Directors, Chester Street, Mold. Tel: 01352 700142

Maureen (Nee Carroll) Morris

Nee Carroll 18th January 2023 Dearest Sister of Lily, Ada and the late Pat. Such deep sadness from Lily and her Family.

Edith Jeannie Neale (Roberts)

(Roberts) John and Adrian Neale announce the peaceful passing of their beloved mother, aged 96, on Sunday, 22 January 2023 at Alderwood Care Home, Colchester. A cremation service will be held at Colchester Crematorium, Mersea Road, Colchester on 15 February 2023 at 3:30pm, followed by refreshments at the Castle Inn, High Street, Colchester. A separate internment will be held at St Nicholas' Church, Church Road, Halewood on 6 April 2023 to be followed by refreshments (venue to be confirmed). Family flowers only please. Donations can be made in Edith's name to the Stroke Association.

Christopher Patterson

There is a bridge of memory from earth to heaven above, it's called the bridge of love. May you always walk in sunshine and love around you flow, for the happiness you give us no one will ever know, it breaks our hearts to lose you but you never went alone, for part of us went with you the day God called you home. Broken-hearted wife Sue, loving children Carl, Christopher, Paul and Michelle. Loving Grandad to Louie, Connor, Olivia, Esmae, Emma, Ava, loving Father in law to Laura, Amanda and Tony. Funeral on Friday 24th February 2023, 3pm, at St. Helens Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations gratefully received for Macmillan Cancer Support. Coop Funeralcare 21 Dovecot Place Liverpool L14 9PH

Devina (Betty) Pimblett

(Betty) Peacefully aged 94 years. Beloved mum, nan and sister. Betty will be greatly missed by her loving family and all her friends. Funeral service to be held at Emmanuel Church Fazakerley on Friday 10th February at 10.00am followed by interment at Anfield Cemetery. All enquiries Peter Coyne 634 Longmoor Lane L10 9LA. Tel : 0151 521 7999

Marie Celine Pope

Peacefully aged 91 years Much loved Wife of John (deceased) and loving Mother of John, David and Stephen (deceased) Mother in law of Carole and devoted Grandmother of Ana and Michael Will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by family, friends and everyone who knew her. Funeral Service will take place at 3.45pm on Friday, 10th February, 2023 followed by Cremation at Springwood, Myrtle Chapel. A celebration of Marie's life will take place at The Square bistro, 104 Allerton Road, L18 2DG Donations if desired made payable to Dementia UK 7th Floor One Aldgate, London EC3N 1RE Enquires C/O Leadbetter & Murphy 274A Smithdown Rd L15 5AJ 0151-733-3323

Garry Paul Renshaw

Deepest sympathy to his loving wife Diane and Bryan, Carol, Luke and Lauren ,Ronnie and all his family. Good night and god bless until we met again my friend. Your devastated friends Marty, Linda, Karl, Liam and family. YNWA

John Robinson

Peacefully in hospital aged 88 years. Beloved husband of May. Loving Brother to Joan, Kathleen, Vera, Brenda, and the late Frank, George and Doreen and to his Brothers-in-law. Devoted Uncle to all his Nephews and Nieces. John will always be loved, missed and forever remembered by all his family and many friends. Requiem Mass to take place at St. Francis of Assisi Church on Monday 27th February at 11am followed by committal at Springwood Crematorium (Rosemary Chapel) at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please. All enquiries to Desmond L Bannon and Sons, Sandstone House, 1 Halewood Road, Liverpool, L25 3PH Tel no; 0151 428 3885

John (Johnny) Robinson

(Johnny) 28th January 2023 Dearly loved brother of Joan, Kathleen, Vera, Brenda & families; Frankie, Georgie and Doreen (Deceased). A very special man who was loved by everyone who knew him. Will be very sadly missed by us all. So until we meet again, rest in peace John and you will be forever in our hearts. xxxx

Agnes (Anne) Rodenhurst

(Anne) Passed away peacefully aged 88 years. Reunited with her beloved husband Dennis. Loving mum to Chris and Cath. A dear mother in law. Adored and will be greatly missed by all her grandchildren. Funeral service to take place at Springwood Crematorium, Myrtle Chapel on Wednesday 15th February 2023 at 1.45pm. Donations most welcome to Alzheimer's Society in memory of Agnes or flowers if desired. All enquiries to Pearson Collinson Funeral Directors, Allerton Road, Liverpool, L18 2DD. Tel: 0151 722 1514.

Thomas (Tommy) Ronan

(Tommy) Passed away peacefully age 85 years. Beloved husband of Elizabeth, dad of Vincent & Tony. Will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. Funeral Service will take place at Springwood Crematorium Chapel on Friday 24th February at 10.15am followed by interment at Allerton Cemetery. Family flowers only, however donations in memory of Tommy are welcomed for Macmillan Cancer Support. Enquiries to Pearson Collinson Funeral Services, 87-91 Allerton Road, Liverpool L18 2DD. Tel: 0151 722 1514

Audrey Seward (Stewart)

(Stewart) Passed peacefully at home, on 11th January 2023, aged 88. Beloved wife to the late Ron. Much loved mother of Kevin and Lynne. Sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. A funeral service will take place at St Helens Crematorium on Monday 13th February at noon. Donations, if desired, to the BHF.

David Joseph Shortall

Recently of Victoria House Care Home, Liscard, Wallasey. Passed away peacefully on 31st January 2023 aged 100. He will be sadly missed by daughter Lynn, son-in-law John, daughter-in-law Glo, granddaughter Karen and great grandson James, grandsons David and Ian, and niece Janatha. Funeral service at Landican Crematorium on Wednesday 1st March 2023 at 3:00pm. Family flowers only but donations if desired to Cancer Research UK c/o John W Griffith & Son Funeral Directors, Wallasey.

Norma Skilling (Nee Hesketh)

(Nee Hesketh) 13th January 2023 Aged 87 years. My darling Norma, who sadly passed away after 60 happy years of marriage, she will be so sadly missed by all of her family and friends. Her loving sons Ian, Keith, Neil and their wives Wendy, Sharon and Jennifer, all her loving grandchildren Averil, Lucy, Jacob, Jonathan, Amy, Mia, India, Finlay and Joseph, nieces Diane and Sandy and their husbands Paul and Steve. Rest in peace my darling, all my love Jack xxx Service and cremation at Thornton Crematorium on Friday 24th February at 12 noon. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Multiple Sclerosis Society c/o David Clegg Independent Funeral Service, 77 - 79 Bridge Road, Litherland, L21 2PA. Tel 0151 928 6665.

Margaret Smith (Née Jackson)

(Née Jackson) Reunited with her son Michael. 15th January 2023 peacefully aged 81 years. Beloved wife of Brian, a much loved mum of Moira, Brian, Michael (deceased) and Karla. A loving grandma to Joe, Jen, Hannah and Jack, a dear mother-in-law to Ron and Sharon. Requiem Mass at Holy Family Church, Macket's Lane, Liverpool, L25 8TG on Tuesday 14th February at 10.15am followed by interment at Allerton Cemetery at 11.30am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the British Heart Foundation via funeral-notices.co.uk All enquiries to Richard & Shannon Jenkins Family Funeral Directors, 3 Allerton Road, L18 1LG. Tel: 0151 318 4660.

Pauline Smith (nee Latham)

(nee Latham) Suddenly passed peacefully at home aged 85 years. Loving mum to Margaret and Tony, mum- in- law to Christopher and Carol. Loving Nan to Louise, Emma and Sarah. Taken from us without saying goodbye. Our hearts are full of memories, with pride we speak your name. Life goes on without you, but it will never be the same. Good night and God bless xxx A funeral mass will be held at St James Church, Bootle L20 4LX 12noon followed by Committal at Thornton Crematorium Thursday 23rd February. Family flowers only please, any donations gratefully received to Cancer Research UK. C/O Debbie Bennett Funeral Directors, 31 High Street, Prescot, L34 6HE. Tel: 0151 426 3131.

Jean Spinks

Passed away peacefully aged 97 years. Reunited with her Husband Richard, Much Loved Step Mum and Auntie. She will be loved and Missed by all her Family and Friends. Funeral Service at Scarisbrick New Road Baptist Church, Southport on Tuesday 21st February 2023 at 12noon, followed by committal at Southport Crematorium. Family flowers only please by request, but donations if do desired in memory of Jean can be sent directly to Asthma UK. Further enquires please to Anabel Hunter MLS Independent Funeral Directors, 20, Moss Delph Lane, Aughton Tele. 01695 424888.

Maureen Lilian Stone

Passed away suddenly on 23rd January 2023, aged 78 years old. Devastating her beloved Husband Alan, her Children David and Paula, her Grandchildren Tom, Kimberley, Andy, Ben and Lily, her Son in law Steve and Daughter in law Sharon. There will be a service and committal at Springwood Crematorium on 15th February at 2:45pm followed by a gathering of family and friends at Heath Hall Sports and Social Club Heath Road Liverpool L19 4UH. Family flowers only please but donations if desired to When you wish upon a star https://www.whenyouwishuponastar.org.uk/donate Enquiries C/O Leadbetter & Murphy, 274A Smithdown Road L15 5AJ 0151-733-3323

Betty Teese

Passed away 25th January 2023. Aged 85 years. Reunited with her beloved husband Ronnie & son John. Much loved mum of Kathryn, Jackie, Michael, & Richard. Loving nan of all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral to be held on Thursday 16th February 2023 at Springwood crematorium at 1pm (Rosemary chapel). Family flowers only, donations if desired to British Heart Foundation. All enquiries to B Jenkins & Sons 4 Church Road North L15 6TF Email: enquiries@bjenkinsandsons

Catherine Ann Timson (Nee McGuigan)

(Nee McGuigan) It's been the hardest thing to lose you Mum; you meant the world to all of us. You'll forever be in our hearts and in our thoughts. Thank you for the love and care you always gave to us and for the wonderful memories we'll cherish forever. We know that Dad is waiting for you with loving arms open wide, ready to go through the gates of heaven together again side by side. Goodnight God bless, your broken-hearted children Lisa, Annette and Terry, grandchildren Francis, Megan, Hannah, Elliot, Terence and Tommy, son-in-law Gary and daughter-in-law Kate XXX

James Watts

2nd January 2023. The dearly loved brother of Tony, brother-in-law of Lorna, much loved uncle of Alexis and Tim and Melanie and Steven and great uncle of Matthew and Joseph. So dearly loved, so sadly missed, forever in our hearts.

Jean York

Passed away peacefully at Hampton Court Care Home on Friday 27th January 2023. Beloved wife to Dave, Mum to Simon & Steve, Nana to Eve, Lachlan & Maddy, and Stepmum to Gail and Glenn & family. A celebration of her life will take place at Southport Crematorium on Thursday 16th February at 1pm. Family flowers only please, donations to the Alzheimer's Society will be gladly received. All enquiries c/o FJ Gibb Funeral Directors, 6a Clarence Road, PR8 4BH. Tel: 01704 551666

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