Recently Deceased

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Guy Cavenagh-Mainwaring

“Some people bring such incredible light to this world, that even after they are gone, the light remains.”

It is with great sadness, that the family announce the passing of Guy, aged 87 years, husband of Christine, father of Edward, Tara and Fleur, cherished grandfather of Christian, Oriana, Guy, William, Milo and Adelaide. Guy will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and many friends.

A family only funeral service is to take place at the Parish Church of St. Mary & All Saints, Whitmore on Thursday 12th August 2021 at 2:00pm prior to cremation at Bradwell Crematorium.

A memorial service will take place at a later date details to be announced.

Messages of condolence may be left on this website.

No floral tributes. Donations would be preferred in memory of Guy to Staffordshire Wildlife Trust.

Any further enquiries to Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777

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Funeral Date: 12th August 2021

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Sheila Alice Minton

The righteous will possess the earth, and they will live forever on it.’ Psalm 37:29

Peacefully, on Wednesday 21st July 2021 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Sheila, aged 81 years of Madeley, the devoted wife of Ray, a much loved mum to Nigel and Kate, a dear mother in law to Jenni and the late Jonathan, also a cherished nan. She will be sadly missed by all her family and many friends but fondly remembered.

A funeral service will take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Thursday 5th August 2021 at 2pm. Messages of condolence may be left on this website

Family flowers only please. Donations would be preferred in memory of Sheila to ‘Air Ambulance’.

Any further enquires please contact Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777

Date Passed: 21st July 2021

Funeral Date: 5th August 2021

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Anthony Hannon (Tony)

“A great soul serves everyone all the time, a great soul never dies, it brings us together again and again.”

At rest on Saturday 17th July 2021 at home surrounded by his loving family, Tony aged 76 years of Cross Heath, the dearly loved and treasured husband of Christine, the much loved dad of Neil, Joanne, Gail, Alex, Thomas and Gen, a dearly loved and very special father in law of Kelly and Andy, also an adored and cherished grandad.

Tony was a big Stoke City fan and loved his steam engines, a no fuss or frills kind of guy but more than anything he was a man who adored his family. He will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and many friends.

A private funeral service to celebrate Tony’s life will take place at a date a time to be confirmed.

Messages of condolence may be left on this website.

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

Date Passed: 17th July 2021

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Jean Burns

“A memory is a keepsake of time that lives forever in the heart.”

Suddenly, on Sunday 4th July 2021 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Jean aged 83 years of Hanford, now reunited with her beloved husband Winston, the dearly loved and treasured mum of Mandy, Alan and Ronnie, a loving mother in law of Fred, Sue and Edna, a much loved and cherished grandma of Jill, Bobby, Mary, Adam, Ryan and Alan, a dearly loved and loving great grandma of Kaitlin, Skyla-Rose, Dougie, Willow and Bella-Mai, also a dear sister of Violet and aunty of Beverley.

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

A funeral service will take place at St. Thomas’ Parish Church, Penkhull on Thursday 29th July 2021 at 1.00pm prior to interment at Hartshill Cemetery.

Messages of condolence may be left on this website

For all floral tributes and any further enquires please contact Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777

Date Passed: 4th July 2021

Funeral Date: 29th July 2021

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David Holder

“Grief never ends…but it changes. It’s a passage, not a place to stay. Grief is not a sign of weakness, nor a lack of faith… It is the price of love.”

At rest on Saturday 3rd July 2021 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, David aged 59 years of Etruria, the dearly loved and treasured son of Kathleen and Harry, the much loved dad of Michael and Craig, a dearly loved and very special brother of Jane and Lisa, a dearly loved and cherished grandad and great grandad, also, a dear brother-in-law, uncle and nephew.

David was a huge football fan and from the day he was old enough he never missed a game, Stoke through and through. He was fun loving, outgoing and never stopped smiling. He was always up for a laugh, but more than anything he was a man who adored his family. He will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and many friends.

A private funeral service to celebrate David’s life will take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Friday 16th July 2021 at 1:45pm. By the family’s request, bright clothing or Stoke City shirts to be worn. No mourning attire.

A live webcast of the service will be available, for login details please contact the funeral director.

Messages of condolence may be left on this website.

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

Date Passed: 3rd July 2021

Funeral Date: 16th July 2021

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Eric Nicholson

“Little by little we let go of loss… but never of love.”

Peacefully at rest on Friday 2nd July 2021 surrounded by his loving family at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Eric aged 94 years of Clayton, the much loved and treasured father of Heather and Janet, a loving father-in-law of Paul & Peter, a dearly loved and cherished grandad to Hannah, Laura, Oliver and Chloe, a very special great grandad to Ava, Leo, Evelyn, James, Isaac and Zak, also a dear brother in law of Joyce. Eric will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and many friends.

A joint funeral service to celebrate the lives of Eric and his wife Lorna will take place at St. Luke’s Methodist Church, Severn Drive, Clayton on Thursday 15th July 2021 at 1:15pm prior to cremation at Bradwell Crematorium.

A live webcast of the crematorium service will take place following the church service at 2:40pm. For log in details please contact the funeral director.

Messages of condolence may be left on this website.

Family flowers only please, donations would be preferred in memory of Lorna & Eric to Alzheimer’s Society or Animal Lifeline c/o the funeral director.

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

Date Passed: 2nd July 2021

Funeral Date: 15th July 2021

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Alan James Kemp

“Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You’re loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.”

At rest on Friday 18th June 2021 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital whilst in the care of his loving and devoted family, Alan aged 78 years of Fenton, the dearly loved and loving husband of Margaret, the much loved and treasured dad of Diane, a dearly loved and cherished Grand of Lauren and Mark, also the most precious and loving Great Grandad of Grace.

Alan was kind hearted, funny, generous, hard working, a people person who was always thoughtful, a man with many interests from steam trains and drains, to pints with his boys club but most importantly, Alan was a loving family man. He will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and many friends.

A private funeral service to celebrate Alan’s life will take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Tuesday 6th July 2021 at 12 noon.

There will be live webcast of the service; for log in details please contact the funeral director.

Messages of condolence may be left on this website.

Family flowers only please; donations would be preferred in memory of Alan to The Stroke Association or Diabetes UK

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

Date Passed: 18th June 2021

Funeral Date: 6th July 2021

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Elizabeth Bromley (Dixie)

“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 Thursday 17th June 2021, at home surrounded by her loving family, Liz aged 84 years of Mill Street, Silverdale, the dearly loved and treasured mum of Denise, Marie, Susan, Julie, Joseph, Elizabeth and Donald, a much loved and cherished mother in law, little nana, great nana and aunty.

Liz was kind & funny, gentle, genuine & generous, independent, a little Geordie power house. Fiery & determined, she would be out armed with her trolley come rain or shine. Everyone knew her and she saw the good in everyone. She was a real spade-is-a-spade type of lady. She will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and many friends.

A private funeral service to celebrate Liz’s life will take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Monday 5th July 2021 at 12:40pm.

There will be a live webcast of the service; for login details please contact the funeral director.

Messages of condolence may be left on this website

Flowers are welcome

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

Date Passed: 17th June 2021

Funeral Date: 5th July 2021

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Lorna Edith Nicholson

“You are forever in our hearts, until we meet again.”

Peacefully at rest on Tuesday 15th June 2021 in the loving care of her family and the wonderful staff at Broadmeadow Court Care Home, Lorna aged 89 years of Clayton, the dearly loved and loving wife of Eric, the much loved and treasured mum of Heather and Janet, a loving mother in law of Paul & Peter, a dearly loved and cherished Nana to Hannah, Laura, Oliver and Chloe, a very special great nana to Ava, Leo, Evelyn, James, Isaac and Zak, also a dear sister of Joyce.

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

A funeral service to celebrate Lorna’s life to take place at St. Luke’s Methodist Church, Severn Drive, Clayton on Thursday 15th July 2021 at 1.15pm prior to cremation at Bradwell Crematorium.

A live webcast of the service will take place at Bradwell Crematorium following the church service. For details please contact the funeral director.

Messages of condolence may be left on this website

Family flowers only please donations would be preferred in memory of Lorna to the Alzheimer’s society or Animal Lifeline c/ o the funeral director

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

Date Passed: 15th June 2021

Funeral Date: 15th July 2021

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James Arthur Edwards (Jim)

“There are no goodbyes for us…Wherever you are, you will always be in my heart.”

Peacefully at rest on Saturday 12th June 2021 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, surrounded by his loving and devoted family, Jim aged 75 years of Madeley now reunited with his beloved wife Margaret, the dearly loved and treasured dad of Robert, Laura and Rebecca, a loving father in law of Kia, Robin and Daniel, a much loved and cherished grandad of Oliver, Pippa, Elliott and Heidi, also a loving brother to Christine.

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

A funeral service to celebrate Jim’s life is to take place at Madeley Methodist Church on Wednesday 30th June 2021 at 11.45am prior to interment at Madeley Cemetery, Manor Road.

Messages of condolence may be left on this website.

Family flowers only please donations would be preferred in memory of Jim to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice c/o the funeral director

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

Date Passed: 12th June 2021

Funeral Date: 30th June 2021

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