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CONNOR - On 23rd May 1997, in hospital, RUTH aged 63 years, the loving Wife of Donald, a dear Mother of Donna, Michael and Carl, a dear Mother-in-Law of Ann and Cheryl, devoted Grandma of Michael, Paul, Hayley, Connor and Reis. Cortege to leave Rothwell Grange on Monday 2nd June at 10.00am for service and committal Overdale East Chapel at 10.15am. All inquiries and floral tributes please to Worthingtons Funeral Service, 348 Derby Street, Bolton. Tel 61923.
LIVINGSTONE - On 22nd May 1997, suddenly at The Royal Bolton Hospital and of Rivington View Nursing Home, MARY AGNES aged 85 years, the dearly loved Sister of Margaret, Aunt, Great Aunt and Great Great Aunt of Dot, Christine, Jacqueline, Sharon, Adrian, Keira, Stacey and Aidan. The funeral service will take place at Overdale West Chapel on Thursday 5th June at 2.00pm. Floral tributes may be sent to Howarth's Funeral Service, 638 Blackburn Road, Bolton, Bl1 7AL. Tel 309609.
BRAMHALL - On 24th May 1997, peacefully at home, JEAN aged 44 years, dearly loved Mum of Debbie and Gary and the much loved Nana of Ryan and Olivia. Cortege to leave Howarth's Chapel of Rest on Friday 30th May at 2.00pm for service and committal in Overdale West Chapel at 2.30pm. All inquiries to Howarth's Funeral Service, 638 Blackburn Road, Bolton. Tel 309609.
BELSHAW - On 20th May, 1997, in Blackburn Royal Infirmary, FRANCIS aged 74 years, a dear brother of Maurice. Cortege will leave his home in Leigh on Monday 2nd June, 1997 for service in St. Josephs Church at 12 Noon followed by interment in Leigh Cemetery at 1.15p.m. Enquiries to Sankeys Funeral Service, 5 Hope Street, Leigh. Tel. 01942-673171.
ELLIS - Peacefully on 19th May 1997 at The Rock of Ages Nursing Home, EVELYN, aged 88 years. A funeral service took place on Friday 23rd May 1997 at Sankeys Chapel followed by interment at Leigh Cemetery. The family wishes to thank everyone for their kind expressions of sympathy, also the staff at The Rock of Ages Nursing Home for their much appreciated kindness and all who attended the service.
JONES - Peacefully at Eton Hall, Leigh on 25th May 1997, FLORENCE, aged 90 years, formerly of Atherton, dear wife of the late BOB, loving mother of Marjorie and Roy, dear mother-in-law of Glynn, and a much loved grandma and great grandma. Funeral service will be held on Friday 30th May, 1997, at Howe Bridge Cemetery Chapel at 1.30p.m. prior to interment at Atherton Cemetery at 2.p.m. Enquiries to Unsworth and Wilcock, 79 Bolton Road, Atherton. Tel. 01942-877557.
CHIVERS - Peacefully in hospital after a long illness bravely borne, on the 24th May 1997, FRANK, aged 63 years, the dearly loved and devoted Husband of the late GLADYS, much loved Father of Shaun and Neil, dearest Friend of Susan, and a dearly loved Father-in-law and Grandad. Funeral Service and committal will take place on Monday 2nd June 1997 at Overdale Crematorium, Bolton at 10.30am. Enquiries to Unsworth and Wilcock. 79, Bolton Road, Atherton. Tel:01942-877557.
MULLINEAUX - On 26th May, 1997, peacefully in hospital, aged 71 years, STANLEY, beloved husband of Freda, loving dad of Gillian and Chris, Jane and Kevin and a much loved grandad. The funeral service will take place on Tuesday 3rd June, 1997, at Newchurch Parish Church, Culcheth at 12 noon prior to committal at Overdale Crematorium at 1.30p.m. Flowers or donations to Ward 7 Patient Amenities, Wrightington Hospital. All inquiries to Unsworth and Wilcock Funeral Service, 40 Leigh Road, Leigh. Tel. 01942-707562.
HUGHES - On the 22nd May 1997, peacefully in hospital, aged 71 years, DORIS, beloved Wife of the late BOB, dearly loved Mum of Sheila, Jane, Dorothy, Cathleen, Peter, Lorraine and Christine, a much loved Mother-in-law, Nanna and Great-nanna. The funeral service will take place on Thursday 29th May 1997 at St. Pauls Church, Westleigh at 10.30am, prior to interment at Leigh Cemetery at 11.15am. All enquiries to Unsworth and Wilcock Funeral Service. Baxters Row, Leigh Road, Hindley Green. Tel:01942-525980.
WARBURTON - On May 25th 1997 tragically, PHILIP ANTHONY aged 29 years, the dearly beloved Son of Brenda and David Warburton, loving Brother of David, Carol and Janet, devoted Grandson, Brother-in-Law, Uncle, Nephew and Cousin. 'Not our will, but thine O'Lord.' Cortege to leave his home on Monday 2nd June 1997 at 11.05am, for service in St Luke's Church, Chorley Old Road at 11.15am, prior to committal at Overdale Crematorium, West Chapel at 12.00 noon. All inquiries Horrobins Funeral Service, 425 Chorley Old Road. Tel Bolton 849007.
BERRY - Peacefully in hospital on the 23rd May 1997, NORMAN, aged 86 years, much loved Husband of Lena, loving Father of Sylvia, Hilary and Stephen, a dearly loved Father-in-law, Grandfather and Great-grandfather. Funeral service and committal will be held on Friday 30th May 1997 at Wigan Crematorium at 10.00am. Enquiries to Unsworth and Wilcock. 40, Leigh Road, Leigh. Tel:01942-707562.
LYON - On 25th May, 1997, suddenly but peacefully aged 58 years, JEAN, beloved wife of the late ERNIE, dearly loved mum of Jeanette, Ann and Wayne, loving mother-in-law of Steve and Andrea, much loved grandma of Caroline, Samantha, Amanda, Craig, Toni and Lee-Ann and a dearly loved daughter of Lily. The funeral service and committal will take place on Monday 2nd June, 1997, at Overdale Crematorium at 11.30a.m. All inquiries to Unsworth and Wilcock Funeral Service, Baxters Row, Leigh Road, Hindley Green. Tel. 01942-525980.
AINSCOW - On May 21, 1997, peacefully in hospital, Annie, aged 85 years. Beloved wife of the late Arthur, loving mother of Alwyn and Carol, a dear mother-in-law and much loved nanna and great grandma. Was cremated at Overdale Crematorium, Bolton, following service at Wesley Methodist Church on May 28.
WAGGETT - ALICE. In hospital on 25th May 1997, ALICE, aged 87 years, much loved Mother of Clifford, Mother-in-law of Loretta, dearly loved Grandma of Anthony, Stuart, Daniel, and to their Wives Melanie and Sarah, Great-grandma to Emma, Akira, Shirow. All enquiries L. Heyes Funeral Service. 94, Chapel Street, Leigh. Tel:01942-261936.
TONY COE Passed away, 24th May 1997, aged 54 years, after a short illness. Funeral will take place at St Bartholomews Church, Westhoughton at 10.15am, followed by interment at Leigh Cemetery 11.45am. Will be sadly missed by his Wife June, Sons Adrian and David, Daughters-in-law and Grandchildren, and by his Sisters Julie, Zena and Pat, Brothers-in-law Ray, Ken and Harold, Nephews and Nieces. All enquiries to Cowburn Funeral Directors. Tel:01942-813105.
JOHNSON - On 26th May 1997, peacefully at her home, BRENDA MARY aged 56 years, loved Mum of Maxine, Paul and Craig, a dear Mother-in-Law of Graham and Karen, Nana of Kirsty, Sian, Ryan, Abbie and Danielle, also a dear Sister of Peter. Cortege to leave her home on Monday 2nd June at 12.20pm for service and committal Overdale East Chapel at 12.45pm. Floral tributes and inquiries to Gibsons Funeral Service, 342 St Helens Road, Bolton. Tel 01204 655869.
HOUGHTON - ALLAN. On Sunday 25th May 1997, suddenly in hospital, aged 86 years, beloved Husband of Dorice, Father of the late PETER, loved Father-in-law of Anne, Brother-in-law of John, and devoted Grandad of Stuart, Jill and Kate. Funeral service at All Saints Church, Glazebury on Friday 30th May at 12.00noon, followed by interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to the Culcheth and District Branch of the R.N.L.I. All enquiries to Knox and Son. Tel:01942-601122.
MASON - On Friday May 23rd 1997, suddenly but peacefully in hospital, DORIS aged 92 years, late of Great Lever and Wingates Nursing Home, beloved Wife of the late SAMUEL, dearly loved Mother of Roy and Jeffrey, much loved Mother-in-Law of Barbara and devoted Grandmother and Great Grandmother. Cortege to leave Chapel of Rest at 12.50pm on Monday June 2nd for service at Westhoughton Evangelical Church at 1.00pm prior to interment Westhoughton Cemetery at 1.45pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Westhoughton Evangelical Church. Inquiries to Cowburn Funeral Service, 1 King Street, Westhoughton. Tel 01942 813105.
CRAIG - Emma, born May 27, 1979 died May 24, 1997. God needs a dancing angel, So he's taken the very best; He saw your fight was over, He took you to His breast. I know it's true your pain is gone, And know your heart is whole; So my darling I am smiling, Through my sadness and my tears; Until I can be with you, Dance on, dance on, dance on. -Heartbroken mum. Emma, you will always be in my heart. Love always. -Your brother Alex. Treasured memories of a very courageous grandaughter. In God's keeping. -Nan and grandad. Were you taken before your time, You died in life's warm summer; Not for you to endure the melancholy of autumn, Nor did you fear the cold of winter's chill grip. You burned our eyes like the noontime sun, A star in our life leading us on; But now that your time on this world is done, That star shall not fade, though you are gone. -Simon. You lost the fight but won the hearts of all that knew you. No more fear no more pain, just peace. God bless. -Uncle Peter, aunty Belinda, Gareth and Jessica.
JOHNSON - On May 24th 1997, tragically LEE DAVID aged 26 years, loving Father of Jordan Lee, much loved Son of Alan and Maureen, loving Brother of Suzanne, dear Brother-in-Law of David and a devoted Uncle of Anthony and Daniel. Cortege to leave the home on Tuesday 3rd June at 9.45am for Requiem Mass at St Osmunds Church at 10.00am prior to committal at Overdale West Chapel at 11.00am. Inquiries and flowers Bolton Co-operative Funeral Service. Tel 307151.
GEORGE ALDRIDGE On 25th May 1997, suddenly but peacefully at his home, aged 81 years, GEORGE, beloved Husband of Doris, devoted Father of Christine. Funeral to take place at Overdale Crematorium on Tuesday 3rd June 1997 at 9.30am. No flowers by request please, donations if desired to McMillan Nurses. All enquiries to Sankeys Funeral Service. Bullough Street, Atherton. Tel:01942-882896.
CRAIG - Emma. This world was never meant for one as beautiful as you. Goodnight and God bless. -Aunty Judy, uncle Phil, Saul and Karen. xxxx Our time together was not long enough, but 100 years with you would still be too short. We love you dearly. -Julie, Willy and Jacob. xxx.
WARD - DIANE LORRAINE. On 27th May, 1997, peacefully in hospital after a short illness aged 35 years, beloved daughter of John and Dorothy Ward, loved niece of Graham and Jenny Leather and cousin of Lisa Jayne and Demi Louise. Funeral service to be held at Lowton St. Marys Church on Monday 2nd June at 1.15p.m. followed by committal at Wigan Crematorium at 2.00p.m. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to The Lupus Society. Enquiries to Knox and Son Ltd. Tel. 01942-601122.
McMANUS - On 25th May 1997 in St Catherine's Nursing Home, Horwich and late of Makinson Avenue, Horwich, IVY aged 90 years, the dearly loved wife of the late JOHN, loving mum of Eric, Frank and the late JOAN, a dear mother-in-law of Barbara and Pat, devoted grandma of Colin, Rose, Catherine, Simon, Shaun, Joanne, Andrew and Constanze, a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunt. 'Re-united with her loved ones.' The cortege leaves The Private Chapel, Friday 3.30pm for service and committal Overdale West Chapel 4.00pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired may be sent for St Catherine's Nursing Home. Inquiries and donations to The Livesey Funeral Service, Church Street, Horwich. Tel 696311.
GUNNING - On 26th May 1997 in Bolton Hospice and of Westhoughton, JAMES (JIMMY) aged 62 years, the most dearly loved husband of Elaine, loving and respected father of Diane and Martin, dear father-in-law of Martin, a loving son-in-law, brother, brother-in-law and uncle and a dear friend of many. The cortege leaves his home Monday 2nd June at 9.15am, for Requiem Mass in Sacred Heart, Westhoughton at 9.30am, prior to interment Westhoughton Cemetery at 10.15am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu may be sent for Bolton Hospice. Inquiries and donations to The Livesey Funeral Service. Tel 696311.
HARRISON - On May 25th 1997 in hospital and of Breightmet, Bolton, FRANK aged 75 years, the dearly loved husband of the late FRANCES, loving father of Rita, devoted grandad of Carl, Denise, Sharon, Lynne and Kenneth, beloved great grandad of Leanne and Nicki and a dear friend of many. 'No more sorrow, no more pain,' 'In God's own time,' 'We'll meet again.' Cortege to leave his home on Monday June 2nd at 2.05pm, for service and committal at Overdale Crematorium, West Chapel at 2.30pm. All inquiries and floral tributes to Hardman's Funeral Service, 117 St Georges Road, Bolton. Tel 526464.
ELLAM - On May 25th 1997 in hospital, HARRY aged 77 years, a very dear special friend of John and Betty Spencer and family, a very good friend to many at Atherton and Bolton. HARRY will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Cortege will leave The Old Parsonage, 20 Park Street, Bolton on Friday, May 30th at 10am for service and committal in Overdale East Chapel at 10.15am. Family flowers only please, donations in memory if desired may be sent for the Renal Unit, Hope Hospital. All enquiries and donations to Shaw & Son Funeral Directors, Tel 526218.
CHAUDHURI - On May 27th 1997, RHEA CHAUDHURI. Service and committal will take place tomorrow, Thursday, May 29th in Overdale West Chapel at 10am. No flowers please by request, donations in memory if desired may be sent for Imperial Cancer Research. All enquiries and donations to Shaw & Son Funeral Directors, The Old Parsonage, 20 Park Street, Bolton. Tel 526218.
DYER - On May 25th 1997, peacefully at her own home, after a long illness and of Little Lever, MARJORIE aged 74 years, beloved wife of Albert, loving mother of Alan, Pauline, Marilyn, Antony, Wendy, Colin, Kevan and Yvonne, a dear mother-in-law, grandma and sister. The service and committal will be at Overdale Crematorium, Bolton on Friday May 30th in the East Chapel at 11.45am. All floral tributes and inquiries please to Sillett's Funeral Service, Herbert Street, Little Lever. Tel 01204 861300.
WEATHERBY - On May 26th 1997, peacefully at home formerly of Little Hulton and Little Lever, MARJORIE, aged 73 years. Beloved wife of the late ERNEST, loving mother of Ronnie, Jack, Terry, Alan and Geoff and a dear mother-in-law, grandma, great grandma and sister. The service and committal will be held at Overdale Bolton on Monday 2nd June in the West Chapel at 1.30pm. All inquiries to Silletts Funeral Service, Spring Lane, Ratcliffe. Tel 0161 723 2383.
WALKER- Kenneth passed away suddenly at home on May 26, 1997, aged 73 years. Husband of the late Margorie Walker, beloved father of James Andrew and Judith, loving grandad of Michael, Laura, Joshua and brother of Eveline, will be sadly missed by all. Service took place at St Philips Church, Stubbins followed by internment Ramsbottom Cemetry on Thursday May 29.
CRAIG - Emma. Forgive me Lord if I ask why, Someone so precious has to die; I look up to the big blue sky, And there I find the reason why. Heaven's missing a very special angel. God bless you Emma. -Denise, David and Becky.
