Every day, the Manchester Evening News The print edition contains tributes and obituaries for those who have recently lost a loved one.
It gives people the opportunity to celebrate the lives of their family and friends and pay tribute to the health and care teams who cared for them – as well as alerting the community about funeral, fundraising and floral details.
You can see the full list of family listings by visiting the Manchester Evening News section of our partner site funeral-advice.fr.
Here are some of the notices published in the newspaper over the past week, reproduced here for our online readers.
Lillian passed away peacefully on July 2, 2024 at the age of 92. Supported by her loving family and sustained by her faith and the sacraments.
Lillian is the beloved and loving wife of the late Terence (RIP) and mother of Terence, Bernadette, Joan, Peter, Carmel, Christopher and John. She will also be sadly missed by her sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, friends, neighbours and former colleagues and all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Wednesday 24th July, Requiem Mass: 11am, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Blackley, followed by burial in St Joseph’s Cemetery, Moston.
Family flowers only please for any donations to Dementia UK. May she rest in peace.
All inquiries to
Funeral Co-operative, Blackley.
Tel. 0161 795 3400.
Passed away at Royal Oldham Hospital on 14th June 2024 Beloved wife of Derick “I will love and miss you forever” Beloved dog mum to her beloved loyal companion Misty Jean will be deeply missed by her sisters Lynn and Liz and all her great friends. In accordance with Jean’s wishes her funeral took place on Thursday 11th July 2024 at Hollinwood Crematorium. Jean will live on in the hearts of those who loved her xxx
On July 2nd, Rose turned 90. Beloved wife of the late John. A much loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. She will be sadly missed by her friends and all who knew her.
The service and commitment will take place at Middleton Crematorium on Thursday 18th July at 1.00pm.
Family flowers only please, but donations if desired can be made direct to Springhill Hospice, Broad Lane, Rochdale.
All enquiries should be directed to S. Wellens and Sons on 0161 643 2677.
12/06/43 to 02/07/24 (81 years old)
June fell asleep peacefully at home on 02/07/24 surrounded by her beloved husband Phil and daughters.
Loving wife of Phil and much loved mum of Nicola, Amanda, Hayley and Felicity and sons-in-law Kevin, Paul and Dean.
June will also be sadly missed by her grandchildren Kevin, Penny, Philip, Jess, Alice, Elliott, Harry, Olivia, Jacob, Alex and Ella-Rose and her great-grandchildren Mia, Raya, Ava and Rue.
June will be sadly missed by all who knew her, but she will remain forever in our hearts.
Monday 22nd July at 1pm at the Southern Cemetery Crematorium and for those of you who wish to join us afterwards at Chorlton Golf Club to celebrate his wonderful life!
Only family flowers are accepted with any donation to The Christie. These can be left as you leave the service.
May she rest in peace.
Gray John Christopher (Christy) On 3rd July 2024 Christy of Moston, formerly of County Sligo, Ireland passed away suddenly but peacefully in hospital at the age of 77. A loving and devoted husband to Sadie. A precious and cherished dad to Tina and Gary. A caring and adored grandfather and great-grandfather. Also a much loved father-in-law to Paul and Claire. A much loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle who will always be loved and remembered by his family and friends here in Manchester and Ireland. On Thursday 1st August Christy will be received into St Dunstan’s Parish Church Moston for Requiem Mass at 10am and will be buried in St Joseph’s Cemetery. For all further enquiries please call Michael Kennedy personally at Greater Manchester Funeral Service Moston on 0161 681 1864
Peacefully in hospital on 7th July 2024, Irene, aged 98 years. Formerly of Fairfield House and previously 23 Temple Square, Cheetham. Beloved wife of the late Terence. Loving mother of Chris. Much loved aunt of Tony, Susan, Peter, Marie and Patti. Irene will be sadly missed by her family, friends and all who knew her. Funeral service will be held at graveside, Droylsden Cemetery on Friday 2nd August 2024 at 9.30am. Flowers welcome or donations to Broughton House Veteran Care Village. All enquiries to Co-op Droylsden Funeralcare Tel. 0161 371 1003
Passed away peacefully on 23rd June 2024, aged 101. Beloved wife, sister, mother and grandmother to many. Sadly missed by all. Funeral service will take place on Tuesday 16th July at St Andrew’s Church, Dearnley at 1.20pm.
Followed by burial at Rochdale Crematorium at 2.40pm.
The family requests an elegant dress with a touch of colour. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Springhill Hospice.
For any further requests, please contact
Kilpatrick Funeral Service.
Tel.: 01706 374461.
On July 3, 2024, strengthened by the rites of Holy Mother Church, peacefully at home in Chorlton, surrounded by his loving family, James, aged 87. RIP.
Beloved husband of Mary. Loving father of Elaine, Mary, Caroline and James. A beloved grandfather, uncle, brother-in-law and father-in-law.
Requiem Mass at St Anne’s Catholic Church, Stretford on Thursday 18th July at 12.00pm before burial in the South Cemetery.
Family flowers only on request, donations preferred to the Saint-Vincent-de-Paul Society.
All donations and enquiries should be directed to P Loftus & Son, 263 Barlow Moor Rd, Chorlton, M21 7GJ or 861-9336
Died on 9 May 2024, aged 62. He died at Abbey Hey, Gorton.
Beloved son of the late Sylvia and Frank. Nephew, cousin and great friend to many. Mark will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Family flowers only please.
The service and commitment will take place at Manchester Crematorium, New Chapel on 16th July 2024 at 2.30pm.
Funeral service entrusted to the care of
Charles Robb Funeralcare, 22 Errwood Road, Levenshulme, Manchester, M19 2PA. Tel: 0161 224 1200 for all enquiries.
On June 21, 2024, Patrick passed away peacefully, at the age of 78.
His funeral will take place on Wednesday 17 July with a service at St Patrick’s RC Church, Rochdale at 12 noon before burial at Denehurst Cemetery.
All enquiries should be addressed to G. Barlow and Sons Ltd., 17/19 Union Street West, Oldham OL8 1DQ Tel: 0161 624 4301
On 21st June 2024 Emily, aged 22, passed away suddenly at home in Stretford. Beloved daughter of Joanne and Frank, adored daughter-in-law of Barry. Loving sister of Lauren, Euan, Cara, Sean, Arthur and Mary. Dear granddaughter of Peter, Margaret and the late Marie and Frank. RIP. A dear aunt, niece and cousin.
Requiem Mass at St Anne’s Catholic Church, Stretford on Tuesday 16th July at 11am before burial in Stretford Cemetery.
Family flowers by request only, donations preferred to the British Heart Foundation.
All donations and enquiries should be addressed to P Loftus & Son. 263 Barlow Moor Rd, Chorlton, M21 7GJ or Tel. 861-9336
Passed away peacefully on 6th July 2024, aged 87. Beloved husband of the late Yvonne, loving father of Gillian and cherished father-in-law of David. Tom will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service will take place at St Vincent’s Catholic Church, Norden on Thursday 25th July 2024 at 9.30am, followed by interment at Heywood Cemetery at 11am.
All enquiries to Kavanagh and Coates Funeral Services, Tel: 01706 623 623.
My dear wife, loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and dear friend, passed away peacefully on Friday 28th June at home. Service of Thanksgiving at St. John’s Church, Hooe (PL9 9SE) on Wednesday 17th July at 12.30pm. All welcome. Family flowers only. A brightly coloured dress please. Donations to Parkinson’s UK via the Pensioners’ Collection or via the Funeral Directors. All enquiries to Plymouth and District Funeral Services. 01752 407100.
After a long illness, Harold passed away peacefully at the age of 88 at his home on 1st July 2024. He will be sadly missed by his beloved wife Alma, his son Ian and his granddaughter Heather. The funeral will take place at Stockport Crematorium on Monday 29th July 2024 at 12.15pm (Rowan Chapel). Donations to Alzheimer’s Research UK All enquiries to Brian Sharples & Son Tel 0161 440 0099.
Passed away suddenly but peacefully in hospital aged 96. Hilda (of Moston) was a much loved mother, sister, grandmother and aunt who will always be remembered by her family and friends. On Tuesday 23rd July 2024 Hilda will be received at St Dunstan’s Parish Church, Moston for Requiem Mass at 10am and will be buried in St Joseph’s Cemetery. Family flowers only please, on request donations preferred to the Alzheimer’s Society. For all other requests please call Michael Kennedy personally at Greater Manchester Funeral Service Moston on 0161 681 1864.
On 11th July 2024, peacefully, at his home in Armitage Bridge, Huddersfield, formerly of Norden, Rochdale Gary aged 82. Beloved husband of Pat and the late Beryl, a much loved dad of Anthony and Philip.
Funeral service at Huddersfield Crematorium on Thursday 25th July at 2pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired can be made to Alzheimer’s Research c/o Radcliffe Funeral Service, 16 Westgate, Honley, Holmfirth, HD9 6AA or online at radcliffefuneralservice.co.uk – obituaries. A donation box will be available at the service. Friends who wish to do so, please accept this invitation and meet at the crematorium.
Mary Wood, formerly of Waterford Common, Waterford, passed away peacefully in her sleep aged 91 on Wednesday 26th June 2024.
The funeral will take place at Waterford St Michael and All Angels Church on Friday 19th July at 1pm.
All who knew her are invited to celebrate her life at and after the service at Waterford Village Hall.
Family flowers only please. Donations should be made to Isobel Hospice, Welwyn Garden City.
“Live each day that is given to you. Water a new flower for me.”
Passed away peacefully at Fairfield Hospital on June 29, 2024, aged 80.
Diny’s much loved husband and a devoted dad, grandfather, stepfather and friend to many.
The funeral will take place at Rochdale Crematorium on Wednesday 17th July at 3.20pm.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Springhill Hospice.
All enquiries should be directed to Bridgefold Funeral Service, Tel. 01706 639941