Recently Deceased

Apr212025

Ralph ‘Rafe’ Bagnall

“May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.”

Peacefully at rest on Monday 21st April 2025 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital surrounded by his loving and devoted family, Rafe aged 91 years of Penkhull, the dearly loved and loving husband of Marj, the much loved and treasured dad of Janet, Paul, Derek and Christine, a dear father in law of Denise, Mike and the late John, a dearly loved and cherished grandad to Stephen, Melanie, Adrian, Kim, Jessica, Sam and the late Naomi also a much loved great grandad.

Rafe will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and many friends.

Funeral service to take place at West End Methodist Church, London Road, Stoke ST4 5AW on Wednesday 21st May 2025 at 11:30am prior to interment at Hartshill Cemetery.

Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Church.

Family flowers only; donations would be preferred in memory of Rafe to West End Methodist Church & The Donna Louise Children’s Hospice.

A donation box will be available at the Church via the funeral directors should anyone wish to make a donation on the day.

Messages of condolence may be left below.

For all further enquiries please contact Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777 or 01782 291500

Date Passed: 21st April 2025

Funeral Date: 21st May 2025

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Apr172025

Angela Camm

“A wounded heart will heal in time, and when it does, the memory and love of our loved ones are sealed inside to comfort us.”

Suddenly and unexpectedly on Thursday 17th April 2025 at her home, Angela aged 69 years of Clayton, the dearly loved wife of David, a loving doggy mum of Ted Bear, a treasured daughter of Sylvia and the late Peter, a loving sister of Peter, Sheila, Mick and Oscar, a dear sister in law of Julie, Steve, Zan and Jo, also a much loved Niece, Cousin, Aunty and Great Aunty.

Ange will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and friends.

Funeral service and cremation to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday 13th May 2025 at 12.40pm.

Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

No black attire preferred.

Family flowers only please; donations would be preferred in memory of Ange to the Air Ambulance.

A donation box will be available at the crematorium via the funeral directors should anyone wish to make a donation on the day.

Messages of condolence may be left below.

For all further enquiries please contact Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777 or 01782 291500

Date Passed: 17th April 2025

Funeral Date: 13th May 2025

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Apr172025

David ‘Dave’ Myatt

“Your memory feels like home to me. So whenever my mind wanders, it always finds its way back to you.”

Former Gas Engineer

Peacefully at rest on Thursday 17th April 2025, Dave aged 76 years of Lightwood, formerly Adderley Green, the dearly loved and loving husband of Pat, also a much loved and treasured dad, grandad, brother, brother in law and uncle. Dave will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and many friends.

Funeral service and cremation to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Thursday 8th May 2025 at 4.00pm.

Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

Family flowers only please; donations would be preferred in memory of Dave to Dementia UK.

A donation box will be available at the crematorium via the funeral directors should anyone wish to make a donation on the day.

Messages of condolence may be left below.

For any further enquiries please contact Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777 or 01782 291500

Date Passed: 17th April 2025

Funeral Date: 8th May 2025

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Apr82025

Neil Flanagan

“Memories are links in a golden chain, that bind us until we meet again.”

At rest on Tuesday 8th April 2025 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital surrounded by his close and devoted family, Neil aged 71 years of Knutton, the dearly loved and loving husband of Pauline, the much loved and treasured dad of Lacey and Mark, a dear father in law to Josh and Dawn, a dearly loved and cherished grandad to Rosa, Josh, Lucas and Evelyn, a loving brother to Gary and Angela, also a dear brother in law to Andrea, Ian and the late Glenn.

Neil will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and many friends.

Funeral service to take place at Keele Cemetery Community Room, Keele Road, Newcastle ST5 5AB on Wednesday 23rd April 2025 at 10.30am prior to interment at Silverdale Cemetery.

Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at Keele Cemetery.

Flowers or if preferred donations in memory of Neil to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice

A donation box will be available at Keele Community Room should anyone wish to make a donation on the day.

Messages of condolence may be left below.

For all further enquiries please contact Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777 or 01782 291500

Date Passed: 8th April 2025

Funeral Date: 23rd April 2025

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Apr82025

Christopher ‘Chris’ Doolan

“Remembering you is easy, I do it every day. I hold you tightly within my heart, and there you’ll forever stay.”

Owner of Doolan Pet Supplies, Stoke Market

Suddenly but peacefully on Tuesday 8th April 2025 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital surrounded by his loving and devoted family, Chris aged 70 years of Trentham, the dearly loved and loving husband of Lesley, the much loved step dad of Adam and Gavin, a dearly loved and treasured grandad of Sofia-Mai and Tobias-George, a loving brother of Bill, Jim, Pat and the late Mick, a dear brother in law to Sheila, Michelle, Doug, Janet, Geoffrey and Sharon also a loving uncle to Robert, Clair and Ian. Chris will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and many friends.

Funeral Service and cremation to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Tuesday 6th May 2025 at 11.30am. Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

Family flowers only please donations would be preferred in memory of Chris to the Douglas MacMillan Hospice. A donation box will be available at the crematorium should anyone like to make a donation on the day.

Messages of condolence may be left below.

For all further enquiries please contact Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777 or 01782 291500

Date Passed: 8th April 2025

Funeral Date: 6th May 2025

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Apr82025

Jacqueline ‘Jackie’ Crook

“The song is ended, but the melody lingers on.”

Suddenly but peacefully on Tuesday 8th April 2025 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Jackie aged 81 years of Clayton, now reunited with her beloved husband Mike, the dearly loved and treasured mum of Samantha, Rachel and the late Elizabeth, a dear mother in law of Andy and Graham, a much loved and cherished nana of Tommy, Matt and Libby, a dearly loved and cherished great nana to Grace, also a loving sister to Christine.

Jackie will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Keele Cemetery Community Room, Keele Road, Newcastle ST5 5AB on Monday 12th May 2025 at 11.00am prior to interment at Newcastle Cemetery.

Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at Keele Cemetery.

Family flowers only please; donations would be preferred in memory of Jackie to the British Heart Foundation.

A donation box will be available at Keele Community Room should anyone wish to make a donation on the day.

Messages of condolence may be left below.

For any further enquiries please contact Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777 or 01782 291500

Date Passed: 8th April 2025

Funeral Date: 12th May 2025

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Apr22025

Philip ‘Phil’ Lear

“There is a sacredness in tears. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are the messengers of unspeakable love.”

Peacefully at rest on Wednesday 2nd April 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving and devoted family, Phil aged 66 years of May Bank, the dearly loved and loving husband of Carolyn, a much loved and treasured dad of Jenny and Michael, a dear father in law to Matt and Charlotte, a loving brother to Sandra, Susan and Janet also a dear brother in law, uncle and a friend to many.

Phil will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and many friends.

Funeral service to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday 22nd April 2025 10:40am would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

Family flowers only please donations would be preferred in memory of Phil to the Douglas MacMillan Hospice. A donation box will be available at the crematorium should anyone wish to make a donation on the day.

All enquiries to Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777 or 01782 291500

Messages of condolence may be left below.

Date Passed: 2nd April 2025

Funeral Date: 22nd April 2025

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Mar292025

Juliet Salt

“When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.”

Juliet battled with muscular dystrophy for 40 years and unexpectedly passed away on March 29th at the Royal Stoke University Hospital.

Juliet leaves behind her business La Maison which she established over thirty years ago, in Nantwich and Silverdale.

She will be sadly missed by so many people.

Her funeral will be held at Whitmore church Monday 28th April. The family ask for donations to Muscular Dystrophy UK, which can be given on the day or via the link

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For all further enquiries please contact Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777 or 01782 291500

Date Passed: 29th March 2025

Funeral Date: 28th April 2025

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Mar212025

Leslie ‘Les’ Cotton

“If there ever comes a day when we can’t be together, keep me in your heart and I’ll stay there forever.”

Passed away peacefully after a short illness on Friday 21st March 2025 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, Leslie aged 84 years of Trentham, the dearly loved husband of Margaret, a wonderful and much loved Dad of David and Susan, dearest Father in law of David, a proud and loving Grandad of Rebecca, Georgia, Sam and Jack and dearest Brother of Philip.

Leslie will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him.

Funeral service to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Wednesday April 23rd 2025 at 2.40pm.

Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

Family flowers only please, donations would be preferred in memory of Leslie to the the British Heart Foundation and Cancer Research UK

A donation box will be available at the crematorium should anyone wish to make a donation on the day.

Messages of condolences may be left below.

For all further enquiries please contact Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777

Date Passed: 21st March 2025

Funeral Date: 23rd April 2025

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Mar202025

Frank Dobson

“The risk of love is loss, and the price of loss is grief – But the pain of grief is only a shadow when compared with the pain of never risking love.”

Peacefully at rest on Thursday 20th March 2025, Frank, aged 91 years of Madeley, the much-loved husband of Brenda, treasured dad to Jeanette and John, wonderful grandad to Jack, Elizabeth and Daniel, cherished great grandad to Ronnie and Alfie, loving son of the late Alice and Jack and brother of the late Jack, Eric and Jim. Also, a dear friend to many.

Frank will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at All Saints Church, Madeley on Tuesday 8th April 2025 at 11:30am prior to interment at Keele Cemetery.

Will family please accept this intimation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church.

Family flowers only please by request, donations would be preferred in memory of Frank to Midlands Air Ambulance. A donation box will be available on the day should anyone wish to leave a donation then.

All enquiries to Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777 or 01782 291500

Messages of condolences may be left below.

Date Passed: 20th March 2025

Funeral Date: 8th April 2025

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Mar202025

David Harry Goodall

“There is a sacredness in tears. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are the messengers of unspeakable love.”

Of your charity please pray for the repose of the soul of David who passed away peacefully on Thursday 20th March 2025 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital with his family by his side. David aged 78 years, formerly of Newcastle and Chesterton, the dearly loved son of the late Harry and Helen, the much loved brother of Gina, a dear brother in law Paul. Also, a dearly loved and treasured uncle to the late Amy.

David will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by his loving family and friends.

Fortified with the rites of the Holy Church on whose soul sweet Jesus have mercy R.I.P

Funeral Service to take place at Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, London Road Newcastle on Wednesday 9th April 2025 at 11.30am prior to interment at Keele Cemetery.

Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Church.

Flowers or if preferred donations in memory of David to RNLI A donation box will be available at the church via the funeral directors should anyone wish to make a donation on the day.

All enquiries to Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777 or 01782 291500

Messages of condolence may be left below.

Date Passed: 20th March 2025

Funeral Date: 9th April 2025

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Mar182025

Elaine Spencer

“There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they have gone the light remains.”

At rest on Tuesday 18th March 2025, Elaine, aged 62 years of Madeley, the beloved wife of Trevor, treasured mum to Ellie and Chris, loving nana to Huey, Lucas and Riley. Also a cherished sister-in-law and dear friend to many.

Elaine will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at All Saints Church, Madeley on Monday 7th April 2025 at 12:30pm.

Will family please accept this intimation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church.

The family have requested that all those in attendance wear something sparkly in memory of Elaine.

Messages of condolence may be left below.

For all further enquiries please contact Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777 or 01782 291500

Date Passed: 18th March 2025

Funeral Date: 7th April 2025

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