Recently Deceased

Feb122022

Bernadette WEBBE

“Never. We never lose our loved ones. They accompany us; they don’t disappear from our lives. We are merely in different rooms.”

(McDonnell) (Bernie) Of your charity please pray for the repose of the soul of Bernie, who passed away suddenly on Saturday 12th February at her home in the presence and loving care of her family, fortified with the rites of the Holy Church on whose soul sweet Jesus have mercy, Bernie aged 46 years of Basford, the dearly loved and loving wife of John, the much loved and treasured mum of Abbie and Cara, a loving daughter in law of Keith and Jenny, a dearly loved and cherished sister of Mary, Fred, Rosie and Mick also a dear sister in law of Bill, Diane, Dave and Louise. Bernie will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and friends. Requiem Mass to take place at The Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, Newcastle on Monday 14th March 2022 at 12 midday, prior to cremation at Bradwell Crematorium. Will relatives 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 Bernie to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice.

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

Date Passed: 12th February 2022

Funeral Date: 14th March 2022

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Feb92022

Gary Clewlow

“To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.”

(Clog) At rest on Wednesday 9th February 2022 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Gary aged 56 years of Newcastle and formerly of Trent Vale, the dearly loved and treasured dad of Sean and Alisia, a dear father in law of Tracy, a much loved and loving son of Gill and Ron, a dearly loved and cherished grandad of Skyla and Sasha – Mae, a loving brother of Andy and Steve also a much loved nephew of Eric and Sue. Gary 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 8th March 2022 at 12:40pm will relatives please accept this intimation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium. Flowers welcome,

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

Date Passed: 9th February 2022

Funeral Date: 8th March 2022

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Feb32022

Aubrey Sammons

“Love gives us memories, Faith gives us strength.”

(Aub) Of your charity please pray for the repose of the soul of Aubrey who passed away peacefully at his home in the arms and loving care of his devoted wife on Thursday 3rd February 2022, fortified with the rites of the Holy Church on whose soul sweet Jesus have mercy R.I.P. Aubrey aged 80 years of Newcastle-under-Lyme, former head groundsman of St. Joseph’s College, Trent Vale, the dearly loved and most precious husband of Sue, the much loved and treasured dad of Robert, David and Jonathon, a loving father in law to Liz, Rachel and Kristie, a cherished and amazing grandad to Matthew, Lydia, Caitlin-Rose, Joseph, Oliver and Tilly, a much loved brother of Jeff, also a loving brother in law, uncle and friend to many. Aubrey will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends. Requiem mass to take place at Our Lady & Saint Werburgh Catholic Church, Clayton on Tuesday 1st March 2022 at 11am prior to interment at Keele Cemetery. Will relatives 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 Aubrey to The Alice Charity.

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

Date Passed: 3rd February 2022

Funeral Date: 1st March 2022

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Jan312022

Roy Wolstenholme

“Like scattered seeds, memories bloom forever.”

At rest on Monday 31st January 2022 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Roy aged 76 years of Newcastle, the dear husband of the late Susan, father of Lynne and the late John, step-dad of Stephen and Mark, a dear father-in-law and grandfather, also a much loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Roy will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends.

Funeral service and cremation to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Thursday 3rd March 2022 at 11:45am. Will relatives please accept this intimation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the the crematorium.

A live stream of the service will be available. For log in details please contact the funeral directors.

No flowers please. Donations would be preferred in memory of Roy to ‘Guide Dogs For The Blind’.

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

Date Passed: 31st January 2022

Funeral Date: 3rd March 2022

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Jan312022

Terry Clayton

“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.”

Peacefully at rest on Monday 31st January 2022 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Terry, aged 81 years, formerly of Bradwell, the dearly loved and treasured dad of Kerry, a much loved and cherished grandad of Liam and Charlotte also a dear brother of Michael and the late Richmond. Terry will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends.

Funeral Service and cremation to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday 15th February 2022 at 12.00 noon. Will relatives 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 Terry to the Alzheimer’s Society.

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

Date Passed: 31st January 2022

Funeral Date: 15th February 2022

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Jan202022

Lynn Davies

“Memories are the one place we can visit those we have lost. Since memories are portable, we can take our loved ones with us anywhere at any time.”

Peacefully at rest on Thursday 20th January 2022 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Lynn aged 64 years, of Scholar Green, a dearly loved and loving partner of Peter. She will be loved forever and sadly missed by her loving family and friends.

A funeral service will take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Monday 14th February 2022 at 9:20am. Will relatives please accept this the only intimation and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

Donations in memory of Lynn would be preferred to the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Lyme Building, SSCU ward.

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

Date Passed: 20th January 2022

Funeral Date: 14th February 2022

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Jan192022

Iris Taylor

“They who we love and lose are no longer where they were before, they are now wherever we are.”

Peacefully at rest on Wednesday 19th January 2022, Iris aged 85 years formerly of Lower Road, Ashley now reunited with her beloved husband Mick, the dearly loved and loving mum of Carolyne, Kevin & the late David, a loving mother in law, nan & great-nan. Iris will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and friends. Service to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Thursday 3rd February 2022 at 3.20pm. Will relatives please accept this intimation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

Family flowers only please, donations to Douglas Macmillan Hospice & Loggerheads and District Befrienders in memory of Iris would be preferred.

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

Date Passed: 19th January 2022

Funeral Date: 3rd February 2022

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Jan182022

Eric Rhodes

“Time cannot heal the heartache or stop a silent tear. It won’t take away the memories of one we loved so dear.”

Suddenly but peacefully on Tuesday 18th January 2022 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Eric aged 87 years of Thistleberry, Newcastle, the dearly loved and loving husband of Ann, the much loved and treasured dad of Shelley and Scott and their partners Andy and Helen. Eric will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends. Funeral service and cremation to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Monday 31st January 2022 at 10.40am. Will relatives 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 Eric to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice.

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

Date Passed: 18th January 2022

Funeral Date: 31st January 2022

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Jan172022

Ann Susan Hancock

“One day we will remember how lucky we were to have known their love, with wonder, not grief.”

Peacefully at rest on Monday 17th January 2022 at St. Quentin’s Home, Langley House, Ann aged 69 years, previously of Thistleberry, Newcastle, a dearly loved and loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Ann enjoyed life and was full of fun, she loved her garden. She will be loved forever and sadly missed by her loving family and many friends.

A funeral service will take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Tuesday 1st February 2022 at 1:20pm. Will relatives please accept this the only intimation and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

Flowers or donations in memory of Ann to the City Dogs Home would be welcomed

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

Date Passed: 17th January 2022

Funeral Date: 1st February 2022

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Jan122022

William Speakman ‘Bill’

“The Lord is close to those broken hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”

Of your charity please pray for the repose of the soul of Bill, who passed away peacefully at his home in the presence and loving care of his devoted family on Wednesday 12th January 2022, after a short illness fought with great courage and dignity, fortified with the rites of the Holy Church on whose soul sweet Jesus have mercy, R.I.P. Bill aged 67 years of Trentham, the dearly loved and most precious husband of Vanda, the much loved and treasured dad of Shaun, Mark and Paula, a loving son of Ethel and the late William, a dearly loved, cherished and amazing grandad of Caprice, Alyssa, Poppy and Billy also a much loved brother, brother in law and uncle. Bill will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and many friends. Requiem Mass to take place at St.Teresa of the Child Jesus, Roman Catholic Church, Trent Vale on Friday 28th January 2022 at 12.30pm prior to cremation at Bradwell Crematorium.

Will relatives 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 Bill to The Macari Centre and Windmill Children’s Bereavement.

Messages of condolences may be left below.

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

Date Passed: 12th January 2022

Funeral Date: 28th January 2022

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Jan12022

Susan Lesley Turner ‘Sue’

“Nothing will ever take away our memories.”

Suddenly but peacefully on Saturday 1st January 2022 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital in the presence and loving care of her devoted family, Sue aged 65 years of Hartshill, the dearly loved and loving partner of Keith, the much loved and treasured mum of Kerry, James and Mel and their partners Paul and Ash, also a dearly loved and cherished nan of Thomas and Jake. Sue will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and many friends. Funeral service to take place at Holy Trinity Parish Church, Hartshill on Monday 24th January 2022 at 11:30am prior to interment at Hartshill Cemetery. Will relatives please accept this intimation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church. The family have requested traditional funeral attire but with bright colourful additions would be much appreciated in memory of Sue.

Floral tributes welcome. Bright vibrant colours would be preferred in memory of Sue.

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

Date Passed: 1st January 2022

Funeral Date: 24th January 2022

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Dec312021

Patricia Hanly ‘Pat’

“To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.”

Peacefully at rest on Friday 31st December 2021 in the loving care of her family and the staff at The Chimes Residential Care Home, Penkhull, Pat aged 87 years formerly of Pyenest Street, Shelton, now reunited with her beloved husband Thomas, the dearly loved and loving mum of Janet, Jimmy, Tommy, Sammy and Kate, a loving mother in law of Janet, Sue, John and Richard, a much loved and treasured nan of Richard, Nicola, Louise, James, Greg, Bethan, Abigail and Katie- Leigh also a dearly loved and cherished great nan, sister and auntie to many in Dublin. Pat will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and friends. Requiem Mass to take place at The Sacred Heart, Roman Catholic Church, Jasper Street, Hanley on Thursday 20th January 2022 at 12.00 noon prior to cremation at Bradwell Crematorium. Will relatives please accept this intimation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church.

Family flowers only please, donations to Cats Protection in memory of Pat would be preferred.

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

Date Passed: 31st December 2021

Funeral Date: 20th January 2022

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