Tributes have been left over this past week in memory of loved ones in Manchester who have recently passed away.
Announcing the death of a family member has been a time-honoured tradition for family and loved ones at a time of grieving.
We have gathered the messages posted this week in one place.
Here is a list of those who have appeared over the last week in the Manchester Evening News. Our thoughts go out to all friends, family and loved ones.
David (Dave) George Bradbury
Sadly passed away in Springhill Hospice on the 22nd March 2022, Dave aged 74 Years. Dave will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Dave was heavily involved in setting up the Tourist & Leisure Committee as well as a formal Mayor of Whitworth. A dedicated biker and a respected member of Whitworth Warriors MCC.
Service of Celebration to take place at Rochdale Crematorium on Wednesday 6th April 2022 at 11.50am. Family flowers please by request, donations if desired to Springhill Hospice, a donation box will be available on the day.
For all enquiries please contact F Duffy & Son Funeral Service, 254 Market Street, Whitworth, OL128PW Tel: 01706 868696.
Margaret Burns ( n é e Duffy)
Peacefully at her home in Hindley on 15th March 2022, aged 88 years.
The devoted wife of the late George. Mother of Russell, Andrew and the late Philip. Mother-in-law of Jaleh. Grandma of Thomas and Alexander and Great-Grandma of Saskia and George.
Requiem Mass will be held at St Mary's Church, Oswaldtwistle, Tuesday 5th April at 10.15am, followed by committal at Accrington Crematorium.
Margaret (Rita) Morrison
Passed away peacefully on 22nd March 2022 aged 94 years. Reunited with her devoted Husband Bob. Brilliant Mam to Paul, Margaret, Michael and the late Kevin, Much loved Mother-in-law and loving Nana to her Grandchildren and Nana Reet to her Great-Grandchildren.
Rita will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and friends.
On Wednesday 13th April Rita will be received into St John Bosco R.C Church, Charlestown Road, Blackley for Requiem Mass at 10.45am Followed by interment at St Joseph Cemetery, Moston Lane at 12.15pm.
Family flowers only please donations preferred to Francis House or a Mass at St John Bosco. All further enquiries to Luke-Farrell McCartan of Farrell-McCartan Funeral Services, 10 Partington Street, Failsworth, M35 9RD Tel: 0161 312 0010.
Peter Crawford
Passed away peacefully with family at Wigan Infirmary on 31st March 2022, Peter, aged 83 years.
Loving husband of Mavis, dad to Brian, Steven, Gary and Amanda, father in law to Janette, Lorraine and Barry. Much missed grandad to Simon, Scott, Adam, Rebecca, Joel, Morgan and Cain.
Funeral service will take place at Greenacres, Rainford WA11 7HX on Wednesday 6th April 2022 at 10.00am. No flowers but donations to COPD Clinic, Wigan Infirmary and Macmillan Palliative Care Team, Wigan Infirmary in lieu of flowers if desired.
All enquires to R. Banks & Son (Funerals) Ltd. Halliwell House, Ormskirk Road, Pemberton, Wigan. Tel (01942) 222156. www.rbanksandson.co.uk.
Elliot Mark Gladstone
Suddenly on 25th March 2022. The much loved partner of Leanne, Devoted Daddy to Lewis and Isabella, Son of Elaine, Brother of Adam. Elliot will be so missed by all his family and friends.
Funeral service to be held at Blackley Crematorium on Thursday 7th April 2022 at 12:00pm. Family flowers only please donations accepted for the Neo Natal Department, Manchester Children's Hospital.
All enquiries to Lilleywhite Funeral Services, 301 Bury Old Road, Prestwich, M25 1JA. Tel: 0161 773 2749.
Robert Geoffrey Hartley
Passed away peacefully on 29th March 2022, Geoff aged 83 years and of Swinton. Geoff will be very sadly missed by all his family and friends.
The funeral service and committal will take place on Thursday 14th April 2022 at 2.20pm at Agecroft Crematorium. All enquiries to Carriages Funeral Service 4 Barton Road Swinton, M27 5LJ Tel: 0161 794 9199.
Bernard Leonard Mungins
Peacefully on 28th March 2022, Bernard aged 80 years and of Salford. Husband of Irene. Loving Father of Bernadette, Tracey and Gary.
Devoted Grandad to Stacey, Daryl, Adam, Ben and Olivia, and Great-Grandad to Theo, Cadence, Isabella and Allannah. Father-in-Law to Russell and Phil. A much loved Brother and Uncle. Bernard will be very sadly missed by all his family and friends.
The funeral service and committal will take place on Tuesday 5th April 2022 at 3.00pm at Agecroft Crematorium. Family flowers only please.
Donations in lieu to Macmillan Nurses or The British Heart Foundation which may be made online via debit card by visiting www.carriagesfuneralservice.co.uk and following the instructions. All enquiries to Carriages Funeral Service 4 Barton Road Swinton M27 5LJ Tel: 0161 794 9199.
Moya (Mary) Murray
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Moya (Mary) Murray, formerly of Darnley St Old Trafford, on 19th March 2022 who died peacefully surrounded by her loving family.
The beloved wife of the late Joe Murray, dearly loved Mum, Grandma and Great Grandma. Funeral service to take place at St Alphonsus Church, Old Trafford at 1pm Tuesday 12th April, followed by the Committal Service at Stretford Cemetery at 2.30pm.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired can be made in memory of Moya to The Alzheimer's Society. All enquiries may be forwarded to Co-op Funeralcare Services, Bewsey Road, Warrington, WA2 7LW Tel: 01925 445555.
Charles Ellis George Esdaile
On 18th March 2022, aged 65 years, Peacefully at home. Late of Dane Bank, Manchester. Charles will be sadly missed by his family and friends.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to The MS Society Service and Committal to take place on 11.15am Wednesday 6th April 2022 at The North Chapel, Southern Cemetery, 212 Barlow Moor Road, Manchester, M21 7GL.
Funeral service entrusted to the care of C Taylor Funeralcare, 973 Hyde Road, Gorton, Manchester, M18 7FB.
Leslie Roebuck
Passed away peacefully at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary, aged 92 years. Beloved Husband of the late Jean, dearly loved Dad of the late Michael, Loving Grandad of Tracy and Sarah, Great-Grandad and Uncle.
The funeral service and committal will take place at Huddersfield Crematorium on Thursday 28th April at 10am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu are for the benefit of Cancer Research UK.
Any enquiries to T.W Birks & Son, Woodhead Road, Holmfirth, HD9 2PR Tel. 01484 683322.
Ellen Siddall
On 21st March 2022 Nell (formally of Salford) died peacefully in the Risings Care Home in Glossop aged 102.
She was the dearly loved wife of the late Sam and much-loved Mother of Malc and the late David, devoted grandmother to Rachel and Luke and great grandmother to Freddie and Theo.
Service to take place at Peel Green Crematorium on Thursday 7th April at 11am followed by a reception at Worsley Golf Club. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Reuben's Retreat, Glossop.
Arrangements Arthur Worsley Funeral Services Ltd. Tel: 01457 852381 www.arthurworsley.co.uk Arthur Worsley Funeral Services 113 Station Road Hadfield Glossop Derbyshire SK13 1AA.
Cynthia Stone
After a long and difficult illness Cynthia passed away peacefully on Monday 28th February 2022, aged 80 years.
Devoted Mother of Nigel and Neil, cherished Stepmother to Karen, beloved Grandma to Charlie, Scarlett and Beatrice and a wonderful Sister to Elizabeth. She will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and friends.
A service and committal to celebrate Cynthia's life will take place at Markeaton Crematorium, Derby on Monday 11th April at 2.30 pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to The Alzheimer's Society.
All further enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Blackley. Tel 0161 795 3400.
Barbara Young ( n é e Humphries)
In North Manchester General Hospital on Sunday 13th February, aged 70 years young, with her family by her side.
Beloved and Eternal Wife and Best Friend of Richard; Dearly loved Mum of Nicola and Gareth; Darling Nana of Hannah and Isabella; Best Friend of Eve, Grace, Sharon, Victoria and William.
Dear Daughter of the late Dennis and Marjorie; Sister of Duncan, David and the late Helen and Malcolm; Mother-in-Law of Charles; Sister-in-Law of Gail; Aunt of Laura, Amanda, Kristy-Jo, Natalie, Samantha and David and good friend to many.
A warm, loving and Darling Lady with a lovely, vibrant and strong-willed personality she will be dearly missed by all her deeply shocked and saddened family and friends. Funeral service at St Matthew's Church, Stretford at 1pm on Wednesday 6th April, followed by interment at Stretford Cemetery.
Donations in lieu of flowers to Royal National Lifeboat Institution in memory of her Brother Malcolm who was lost at sea. Enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, 12 Crofts Bank Rd, Urmston, Manchester, M41 0TS, Tel 0161 748 2316.
Doreen Thomas
On 21st March 2022, passed away peacefully at Oakfield Croft Care Home, aged 96 years. The much loved wife of the late Arthur, loving mother of Alan and James and the loving sister of Graham and the late Joan and Marjorie.
Funeral service and committal to take place at Manchester Crematorium on Monday 11th April at 1.30pm. Immediate family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers to Trafford Veterans.
All enquiries to Ian Clarke Funeral Directors, 151 Northenden Road, Sale Moor M33 2HS, Tel 0161 962 4141.
Margaret Colagiovanni
Passed away peacefully at Blackpool Victoria Hospital on March 17th 2022, of Poulton-le-Fylde. Much loved wife of the late Donato, dearly loved mum of Michael and Roberto, also a loving grandma, great-grandma and mother-in-law.
Margaret will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Service and cremation to be held at Carleton Crematorium on Monday, April 11 at 11:45 am. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to Northwest Air Ambulance.
All enquiries to C. T. Hull Funeral Service, tel 01253 899845.
Ian Howe
Peacefully on the 27th March, Ian aged 78 years and of Whitefield. The dearly beloved husband of Enid, much loved dad of Angela and Ian, devoted grandad of Marisol, Santiago and a dear brother of Rosalind and Derek.
The Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Blackley Crematorium on Tuesday 5th April at 2pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired for the benefit of the Salvation Army.
Donations can be forwarded along with all enquiries to Paul Williams Independent Funeral Directors 215 Bury New Road Whitefield, M45 8GW, Tel 0161 7966018, www.paulwilliamsfunerals.co.uk.
Susan Jackson
Peacefully on Tuesday 22nd March 2022. Beloved mum to Arlene and Scott, devoted gran to Laura. Funeral service at South Lanarkshire Crematorium on Thursday 7th April at 9am.
Had we never lov'd sae kindly, Had we never lov'd sae blindly, Nor ne'er met-nor ne'er parted, We had ne'er been broken hearted.
Patricia Jones
Suddenly on Sunday 13th March 2022, Patricia 'Pat', fortified by the rites of Holy Mother Church passed away.
Pat will be very sadly missed by all her loving family especially her children Patricia, Timothy, Matthew, Joseph, Bernadette, Catherine, Pat's 15 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Pat is now re-united with her husband Joe, and her children Andrew and Margaret RIP.
Pat's Requiem Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, 5th April at 10.30am in Our Lady of the Assumption RC Church, Wood Street, Langley, M24 4HN, followed by interment in St Joseph's Cemetery, Moston Family flowers only please.
Donations in Pat's memory can be made to The Joseph William and Patricia Jones Candlelight Fund (Cafod) by donating online, in church or through S Wellens & Sons. Dress code optional but preferably no black, thank you. All Enq. S.Wellens & Sons 0161.643.2677.
Tina (Agnes Theresa) Kilheeney ( n é e Connor)
Of Reddish, Stockport, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving sons, on 19 March 2022. The Funeral service will take place on Friday 8th April at St Joseph's RC Church, Reddish at 10am, followed by a burial at Mill Lane Cemetery.
The Kilheeney family will also host a celebration of Tina and Mick's life at Holdsworth Workingmen's Club from 1pm on the same date. Mum's wish was for everyone to wear bright clothes to celebrate the time we had together.
A loving wife, mum, daughter, gran, sister and mother-in-law - you will be forever in our hearts and thoughts. We will love you always. The Kilheeney family x
All enquiries to RA Fairhurst & Sons Tel: 0161 432 1700.
Winifred McConville
Peacefully at home on 21st March 2022 aged 99. Winifred will be deeply missed by her family, friends and all who knew her. All enquiries to Baguley Funeralcare Tel: 0161 998 4662.
Gladys Pearce
Suddenly at her home in Wythenshawe, Gladys aged 84 years. Loving Mum of David, Tony, Beverley and the late Lesley, a treasured Nana and a dear Sister who will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.
The Funeral Service will take place in Southern Cemetery Chapel on Friday, 8th April at 11.00am followed by interment.
All flowers and enquiries to Arthur Gresty Funeral Homes (Inc. Wythenshawe Funeral Services) Oak House, 129 Woodhouse Lane, Wythenshawe, Manchester. M22 9NW Tel: 0161 998 2307.
William (Bill) Simpson
Died peacefully after a short illness on 23rd March 2022 aged 89 years, of Mobberley. Devoted husband to the late Maria, much loved father of Jonathan and the late William and devoted grandpa to Joseph and Daisy.
Funeral service and committal at Altrincham Crematorium on Friday 8th April at noon with a reception afterwards at his home. Family flowers only. All enquiries to Dodgson's Funeral Service, 25 Manchester Road, Knutsford, WA16 0LY. Tel: 01565 634251.
Winifred Hawthorn
On March 20 2022 peacefully in hospital and of Bury, aged 87 years. A dear friend to many. The funeral Mass will be at Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Church on Tuesday April 12 at 10.00am followed by committal at Radcliffe Crematorium at 11.30am.
Donations if so desired, cheques made payable to Bury Hospice may be forwarded to Silletts Funeral Service, Spring Lane, Radcliffe, M26 2TQ tel 0161 723 2383.
John Barrie Nuttall
Passed away at home on 20th March 2022, aged 54 years. A beloved son of Barbara, stepson of Tommy, a cherished brother to Jane and a much loved uncle to Brogan, Niall and Gino.
Funeral service to take place at Middleton crematorium on Tuesday 12th April at 10:30am. All enquiries to Kavanagh and Coates Funeral Service, Tel: 01706 623 623.
Frank Anthony O'Shea
Sadly passed away on 20th March 2022. Beloved Husband of the late Margaret O'Shea R.I.P Beloved Dad of Dawn, Deborah, Tony, Laura and Keith. Beloved Grandad, Great Grandad, Brother and Uncle.
Funeral Service to be held on the 8th of April at 2pm at Southern Cemetery, North Chapel, Barlow Moor Road, Chorlton, M21 7GL.
Enid Brookes ( n é e Stott)
"Closed her hymn book" peacefully on Sunday 13th March 2022 at Hurstead House Care Home aged 96.
Beloved widow of the late Les Brookes, Mother of Nigel and his wife Melodie. Nannie to her grandchildren Caroline, Rachel and Jane. Great Nannie to her seven great grandchildren.
Retired manager of the Highfield Hospital. A lover of music: a soprano soloist and sometime member of the Hallé Chorus, and the choirs of Dearnley Methodist Church and St Chad's Parish Church.
Family committal at Rochdale Crematorium Followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for Enid's life at St. Chad's Parish Church, Rochdale on Friday 8th April at 11:30 a.m. at which all are welcome.
Family flowers only; donations if desired to Springhill Hospice. All further enquiries to Kilpatricks Funeralcare 01706 374461.
Barbara Dean
Peacefully on Tuesday 22nd March 2022 aged 89 years. Beloved wife of the late Frank, loving mother to Julia, David, Paul, Christopher and Susan Loved and missed by all.
The funeral service will be held on Wednesday 6th March at Rochdale Crematorium at 11:10am. Flowers welcome. All further enquiries to Rochdale Funeralcare, Co-op. Tel: 01706 653622.
John Brian Schorah
John Brian Schorah 20/10/1943 Beloved dad of Ciara Schorah, sadly passed away peacefully surrounded by family on 17/03/022.
Funeral will be held on 01/04/2022 at St Chads, Withington at 12:00pm. Followed by Manchester Crematorium at 13:00.
Marie Bowker
Passed away peacefully on Thursday 17th March 2022 at Meadway Court, Care Home aged 95 years. Devoted and much loved wife to the late Eric. Dearly loved Mum to Lyn, David and Peter.
Treasured Nana to James, David, Stevie and Gabriel, Granny to Connie and Eric and Great Nana to Dylan and Elliott. Also, a dear aunt, mother in law and friend.
Funeral Service will be taking place at Stockport Crematorium, Rowan Chapel on Friday 8th April at 12:15pm. Family flowers only please.
Donations, if so desired, will be gratefully received for Francis House Children's Hospice. Ben Lloyd Funeralcare 51 Station Road, Cheadle Hulme, SK8 7AA. 0161 485 3135.
Dennis Dale
Sadly we announce that on March 13th 2022 Dennis passed away suddenly but peacefully at home in Monsall comforted by his precious family Dennis aged 89 years.
A cherished and devoted husband to Rita. A Loving and caring Dad of Stephen, Mark and Denise. A Dearly Loved Brother to John, Mavis, Alan, Alma, Ann, Marg, Pauline, Glynnis, Peter, Stephen and the late Flo, Jacqueline and Laurie (Now reunited).
A Much loved Father-in-law, Brother-in-law and Uncle. Also a cherished and adored Grandad and Great Grandad who will be deeply missed by all his family and friends.
On Thursday March 31st Dennis will be received into the Roman Catholic Church of St Patrick's Livesey Street Collyhurst for a Service only at 11.00am followed by Interment at St Josephs Cemetery Moston.
All further enquiries contact Michael Kennedy direct at Greater Manchester Funeral Service Baywood House Rochdale Road Harpurhey on 0161 243 3359.
Patricia Winefride Wheatley (formerly Whitehead, n é e Flaherty)
Died peacefully on 20th March 2022 in hospital, aged 77 years. Dearly loved mother of Martin, Stephen and Jon. Sister of the late Paul. Wonderful partner and wife to Phil for 43 years.
Mother-in-law to Philippa, Elaine and Esther. Grandma to Charlotte, Bernadette, Juliette, Michael, Daniel and Miren. Auntie and Cousin. Friend to many. Known as 'Trisha' to those who first knew her, always 'Trish' to her brother Paul, and as 'Pat' most recently.
Devoted teacher at St Joseph's RC Middle School, Broadfield, Falinge Park and Balderstone High Schools. She will live long in the hearts of family, friends, former colleagues and pupils.
A service to celebrate Pat's life, open to those of all beliefs and none, will be held at 12 noon Monday 11th April 2022 at St Vincent de Paul RC Church, Norden, Rochdale. Socially distanced seating will be available in some areas of the church. Personal choice about mask wearing.
A private committal will then take place at Rochdale Cemetery. Family & friends are invited to join for refreshments at Rochdale Sports Club (Rochdale Cricket Club), Redbrook, OL11 5BX. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, can be made to Dementia UK.
For further details please visit patriciawheatley.muchloved.com. For further enquiries, please contact Cutgate Coop Funeralcare, Cutgate Precinct, Edenfield Road, Rochdale OL11 5AQ Telephone: 01706 643215.
John Hart
Sadly on Saturday March 12th 2022 John of Blackley passed away suddenly but peacefully in hospital aged 94 years.
A dearly beloved Brother of the late Susan, Elizabeth, Daniel, George and Kathleen (Now reunited). A loving and adored Uncle to his many nieces and nephews especially Eileen.
On Wednesday April 6th John will be received into The catholic church of St Clare's, Victoria Avenue, Blackley for Requiem Mass at 1.00pm followed by interment at Blackley Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations preferred to "CANCER RESEARCH UK".
All further enquiries and donations contact Michael Kennedy personally at Greater Manchester Funeral Service Baywood House, Harpurhey on 0161 243 3359.
David Metcalfe
Peacefully in Fairfield Hospital on the 22nd March 2022, David aged 82 years. The much loved Husband of Bernice and loving Dad to Catherine. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.
Funeral service to take place at Rochdale Crematorium on Tuesday 5th April at 3.00pm. Flowers welcome or donations if preferred to The Society for Abandoned Animals. All enquiries to Bridgefold Funeral Service, Tel 01706 639941.
Peter Moorhouse
Passed away peacefully at home on 23rd March 2022, aged 85 years. Beloved husband of Jean, much loved by Nigel, Georgina, Shannon, Connor, Denise, Graeme and the extended family. Peter will be sadly missed by everybody.
The funeral service will take place at Rochdale Crematorium on Thursday 7th April at 11.50am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Springhill Hospice. All enquiries to Bridgefold Funeral Service, Tel 01706 639941.
Richard Gordon Brierley
Peacefully on 17th March 2022 in Carders Court, Gordon aged 91 years. Beloved Husband of the late Florence Mavis, much loved Dad, Grandad, Great Grandad and Father in Law. Gordon will be sadly missed by everyone.
The funeral service will take place at St Thomas' Church Kirkholt at 10.45am on Friday 1st April 2022, followed by committal at Rochdale Crematorium at 11.50am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to 'Springhill Hospice' (cheques only please).
All enquiries please contact: Cope Funeral Service, Westhill, Manchester Road, Rochdale, Tel: 01706 645568.
Mavis Hopkinson (Watts)
Peacefully but suddenly on Tuesday 22nd March 2022, Mavis aged 87 years.
The much loved Wife of the late John, a loving Mum to Karen, Brian and son in law John. Devoted Nanna of Joanne, Michelle, Robyn, Alex and Joe and Great Nanna. Mavis will be so missed by all her loving Family and Friends.
Funeral service to be held at Agecroft Crematorium on Monday 11th April 2022 at 1.40pm. Family flowers only please. All enquiries to Laithwaites Funeralcare Eccles Old Rd, Salford. Tel 0161 736 1414.
Joseph Michael Hanrahan
Peacefully at home on 17th March 2022, aged 84 years surrounded by his loving family.
Beloved Husband of the late Margaret and dearly loved Dad of Michael and Dianne and Father-in-law to Derek. Cherished Grandad of Anna, James, Elle, Ellie and Joshua. Joe will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.
Funeral service to be held at Altrincham Crematorium on Thursday 7th April at 12 noon. Flowers are acceptable or donations to Cancer Research UK. All further enquiries to R.E. Jones Funeralcare, Sale. Tel: 0161 973 1536.
Mary Christina Lynch
Peacefully at home in Wythenshawe, Whilst Fortified By The Rites Of Holy Mother Church and surrounded by her loving family, Mary aged 91 years R.I.P. Beloved Wife of the late Edward R.I.P.
Treasured Mother of Daniel, Kevin, Michael and the late Liam, Brendan, Sean and Eamonn R.I.P. Loved Mother in law of Susan, Elizabeth and the late Marie. Cherished Gran and Great Gran and loving Aunt.
Requiem Mass at St Anthony's R.C. Church, Portway, Wythenshawe on Tuesday 5th April at 12-30pm prior to interment at Southern Cemetery.
Family flowers only please, donations preferred for the Alzheimer's Society. All enquiries to Eamonn A. Kennedy Funeral Directors, Northenden, tel 945 2097.
Allan Walker
Peacefully on 8th March 2022, Allan aged 82 years. Loving Husband of the late Jennifer. Much loved Father of Vanessa and Sarah. Father in Law of Ian and Tony. Very dear Grandad of Chloe, Amy and Thomas and a dear friend to many.
Funeral Service to be held at St Martins Church, Castleton on Friday 1st April at 1.00pm followed by a private Committal at Rochdale Crematorium. Black dress not required.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Huntington's Disease Association c/o Dixons Funeral Service, 2 Manchester Road, Rochdale, OL11 4HY. Telephone 01706 645501.
