Recently Deceased

Oct202025

Dorothy Proctor

“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 Monday 20th October 2025, Dorothy aged 82 years formerly of Sneyd Green.

The dearly loved mum of Stephen, Crystal, Alison and the late Steven, a much loved and treasured nan of Stacy, Nicky, Tony, Lee, Summer, Paul and Danielle also a dearly loved and cherished great nan. Dorothy will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and friends.

Funeral service and cremation to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Monday 10th November 2025 at 9.30am. Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Crematorium.

Floral tributes welcome.

Messages of condolence may be left below.

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

Date Passed: 20th October 2025

Funeral Date: 10th November 2025

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Oct162025

Joy Ann Colclough

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

Of your Charity please pray for the repose of the soul of Joy who passed away peacefully on Thursday 16th October 2025 at Alison House Care Home, Basford, Joy aged 75 years formerly of Bradwell, the dearly loved and treasured mum of Dominic, Allison and Louise, a dear mother in law of Mark and Matthew, a much loved and cherished grandma to Ellie – Marie, Katie, Mollianne and Lucy, a loving sister of Mary and Lilian also a dear sister in law to Barry and Tony. Joy will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and many friends R.I.P.

Requiem Mass to take place at St. Wulstan Roman Catholic Church, Wolstanton at 12pm on Wednesday 12th November 2025, prior to cremation at Bradwell Crematorium. Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Church.

The family have kindly asked that all mourners attending the Mass wear a touch of pink.

Family flowers only please, donations would be preferred in memory of Joy to the Alzheimer’s Society. A donation box will be available at the Church and Crematorium on the day should anyone like to make a donation then.

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: 16th October 2025

Funeral Date: 12th November 2025

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Oct112025

Deborah ‘Debbie’ Everall

“There are some that bring a light so bright to the world, that even after they have gone the light still remains”

Peacefully at rest on Saturday 11th October 2025 at The Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Surrounded by her loving and devoted family after a long illness fought with great courage and dignity, Debbie aged 53 years of Penkhull. Debbie 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 Thursday 30th October 2025 at 1:20pm

Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

Family flowers only please, donations would be preferred in memory of Debbie to The Douglas MacMillan Hospice

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

Messages of condolence may be left below.

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

Date Passed: 11th October 2025

Funeral Date: Thursday 30th October 2025 at 1:20pm

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Sep242025

Joyce Pickerill

“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 Wednesday 24th September 2025 at Brindley Court Care Home, Longport. Surrounded by her loving and devoted family after a long illness fought with great courage and dignity, Joyce aged 96 years formerly of Hartshill, the dearly loved mum of Geoff, a dear mother in law to Sue, a much loved and treasured nana to Philip and Janine and their partners Jade and Chris also a dearly loved and cherished great nana to Sebastian, Samuel, Seth and Poppy. Joyce 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 Monday 13th October 2025 at 12.40pm.

Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

Family flowers only please, donations would be preferred in memory of Joyce to Dementia UK.

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

Messages of condolence may be left below.

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

Date Passed: 24th September 2025

Funeral Date: 13th October 2025

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Sep222025

Alderman Joseph ‘Harry’ Matthews

“What we have once enjoyed deeply we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.”

(Former Mayor of Newcastle-under-Lyme)

Suddenly but peacefully at rest on Monday 22nd September 2025 at the Haywood Hospital with his devoted and loving wife by his side, Harry, aged 83 years of Stableford, formerly Madeley, the dearest and much-loved husband of Linda Mary, dearly loved and respected dad, stepdad and father-in-law, treasured grandad and great grandad and respected friend to many.

Harry, an incredibly special man, will be forever missed and always in our hearts.

Funeral service to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday 14th October 2025 at 12:40pm.

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

Family flowers only please, donations would be preferred in memory of Harry to The Alzheimer’s Society or The Donkey Sanctuary.

A donation box will be available on the day should anyone wish to donate then.

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

Date Passed: 22nd September 2025

Funeral Date: 14th October 2025

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Sep182025

James ‘Barrie’ Latham

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

At rest on Thursday 18th September 2025 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital after a short illness fought with great courage and dignity, Barrie aged 88 years of Baldwins Gate, the dearly loved husband of Pat, who wishes to express her deep love and gratitude for a lifetime shared with Barrie, her devoted husband, best friend, and the love of her life. His kindness, humour, and unwavering support will remain in her heart forever.

Barrie was the much-loved and deeply respected dad of Andrew and his wife Amy, and Sean and his wife Tracey; a dearly loved and treasured grandad to Kieran, Joshua, Hannah, Marcus, Nicole and Indy; a cherished great-grandad to Evelyn; a loving brother to Derek and his wife Pam; and a proud brother-in-law and uncle to the wider family. Barrie will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and many friends.

Funeral service to take place at The Parish Church of St. Mary & All Saints, Whitmore on Thursday 9th October 2025 at 11.30am prior to interment in the Churchyard. Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Church.

At Pat’s request, mourners are kindly asked not to wear black. Please wear something colourful in celebration of Barrie’s vibrant life, floral tributes welcome.

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: 18th September 2025

Funeral Date: 9th October 2025

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Sep92025

Steven Willdigg

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

Suddenly on Tuesday 9th September 2025 at his home, Steve aged 40 years of Stoke. The dearly loved son of Simon and the late Debra, the much loved and treasured brother of Gemma, a loving partner of Nicola also a dearly loved and cherished Uncle to Freddie and Archie.

Steve 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 Wednesday 8th October 2025 at 11.30am.

Family flowers only please donations would be preferred in memory of Steve to The Injured Jockey’s Fund.

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: 9th September 2025

Funeral Date: 8th October 2025

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Aug302025

William Charles ‘Billy/Winky’ Hardy

“To the world, you are just one person… but to us, you are the world.”

Peacefully at rest on Saturday 30th August 2025 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital surrounded by his loving and devoted family, Billy aged 73 years of Basford.

The dearly loved husband of Pat, the much loved dad of David and James, a dear father in law of Millie and Becky, a dearly loved and treasured grandad to Martha, Alice, Isaac, Millie and Amber, a loving brother to Tommy, Mary and the late Sponer and Sheena also a dear brother in law to Mim. Billy will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and many friends.

Funeral Service and cremation to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday 23rd September 2025 at 12.40pm.

Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

No flowers please by request, donations would be preferred in memory of Billy to the Alzheimer’s Society. A donation box will be available at the crematorium via the funeral directors.

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: 30th August 2025

Funeral Date: 23rd September 2025

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Aug192025

Jean Nixon

“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 Tuesday 19th August 2025 at Ottley House Nursing Home, Shrewsbury surrounded by her loving and devoted family, Jean aged 87 years formerly of Hanford, now reunited with her beloved husband Graham, the dearly loved and treasured mum of Jackie, a dear mother in law to the late Chris, a much loved and cherished nan to Laura and Hannah & their partners Rob and Matt, a dearly loved nan Jean to Harry & Archie, a loving auntie to Mandy, Simon and Andrew, also a dear sister in law to John and Janet.

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

Funeral Service and cremation to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Monday 15th September 2025 at 12 noon.

Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

Jean’s family would like to pass on special thanks to all the staff at Ottley House Nursing Home for their amazing care and support shown to Jean and all the family over the last 3 years, thank you.

Family flowers only please, donations would be preferred in memory of Jean to Animal Lifeline.

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: 19th August 2025

Funeral Date: 15th September 2025

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Aug172025

William ‘Billy’ Simpson

“To the world, you are just one person… but to us, you are the world.”

Peacefully at rest in his sleep on Sunday 17th August 2025 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Billy aged 89 years of West End, Stoke, the dearly loved and loving husband of Miranda (Mandy), the much loved dad of Stephen, Martin, Lee and the late Christopher, a dear father in law to Amber and Val, a dearly loved and treasured grandad to Gary, Pamela, Leila, Georgia, Lisa, Jimmy, Tony, Louise, and the late Mike, also a much loved and cherished great grandad to Aria, George, Billy, Hattie, Ted, Grace, Jack, Bailin, Odin, Yara and Lochan.

Billy 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 16th September 2025 at 1.30pm.

Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

No flowers please by request donations would be preferred in memory of Billy to the Douglas MacMillan Hospice. A donation box will be available at the crematorium 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 August 2025

Funeral Date: 16th September 2025

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Aug172025

Beryl Wells

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

Peacefully at rest on Sunday 17th August 2025 at Goldendale House Care Home, Tunstall. Beryl, aged 87 years of Wolstanton.

The dearly loved and loving wife of Percy, the much loved mum of Stephen and Alison, a dear mother in law of Anne, a dearly loved and treasured nana to Rachael, Heather, Thomas and Beth also a dearly loved and cherished great nana to Amelia. Beryl will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and many friends.

Funeral Service and cremation to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Friday 29th August 2025 at 12.00 midday. Would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Crematorium.

No flowers please by request donations would be preferred in memory of Beryl to The Alzheimer’s Society. A donation box will be available at the crematorium 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 August 2025

Funeral Date: 29th August 2025

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Aug142025

Patricia ‘Pattie’ Elphinstone

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

Suddenly but peacefully at rest on Thursday 14th August 2025, at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Pattie aged 75 years of Hanford, the much loved and loving wife of the late Charlie, partner to Gary, and treasured mum to Matthew and his wife Michelle.

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

Funeral service to take place at St. Matthias Church, Hanford on Thursday 18th September 2025 at 11am

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

Family flowers only please, donations would be preferred in memory of Pattie to the PDSA. A donation box will be available on the day should anyone wish to leave a donation then.

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: 14th August 2025

Funeral Date: 18th September 2025

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