Author: Tricia Dabrowski
Fred Riley
On 9th August 2016, peacefully at home with Kathleen and Peter by his side. Fred aged 91 years. Beloved husband of the late Kathleen, much loved dad of Peter, Kathleen, Susan and David, dear father-in-law of David, Ann and the late David also a dearly loved grandad and great-grandad. Together again with Kathleen. A service in St James’ Church, Over Darwen on Wednesday, 17th August at 11 a.m. will be followed by cremation at Pleasington. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for Cancer Research UK. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA.…
Read MoreColin McKeeferey
On 7th August 2016, peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family. Colin aged 61 years. Beloved husband of Susan, much loved dad of John, Angela, Colin and the late Randle, dear father-in-law of Pamela and Kelly, treasured grandad of Melissa, Cara, Wesley and Brandon, cherished great-grandad of Kaiden and Elliot also a dear brother and uncle. A well respected man. Graveside service at Darwen Eastern Cemetery on Tuesday, 16th August at 11 a.m. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for the East Lancashire Hospice or the Rosemere Cancer Foundation. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church…
Read MoreDavid Cocker
On 6th August 2016, peacefully in hospital, surrounded by his loving family. David aged 75 years. Beloved husband of Jan, much loved dad of Andrea and Philip, dear father-in-law of Phillip and Debbie, dearly loved step-dad of Louise and Howard also a treasured grandad of Thomas, Kaiden, Xiana, Robert, Georgia and Josiah. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Monday, 15th August at 12.15 p.m. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for Parkinson’s UK. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290
Read MoreJean Grisedale
On 1st August 2016, peacefully, Jean aged 88 years. Beloved wife of Roly also a dearly loved grandma and great-grandma. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Friday, 12th August at 12.15 p.m. Flowers and enquiries to Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290
Read MoreCatherine Yates (Cath)
On 31st July 2016, peacefully at home. Cath aged 97 years. Beloved wife of the late Herbert, much loved mother of Michael and Anthony, dear mother-in-law of Maureen and Janet also a dearly loved grandma, great-grandma, sister and auntie. R.I.P. Requiem Mass in St Joseph’s Church, Darwen on Thursday, 11th August at 10.30 a.m. will be followed by interment at Darwen Eastern Cemetery. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for Derwent Hall. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290
Read MoreLilian Pilkington
On 29th July 2016, in hospital. Lilian aged 96 years. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Friday, 5th August at 11.30 a.m. Enquiries to Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290
Read MoreMary Kathleen Hutchinson
On 19th July 2016, peacefully in hospital. Kath aged 71 years. A dearly loved mum, nanna, great-nanna and auntie. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Thursday, 28th July at 3.45 p.m. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for Age UK. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290
Read MoreClara Dewhurst
(nee Edge) On 16th July 2016, peacefully in hospital. Clara in her 94th year. Beloved wife of the late Frank, much loved mother of Valerie, dear mother-in-law of Trevor also a dearly loved aunt and great-aunt. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Wednesday, 27th July at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for the Salvation Army. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290
Read MoreJames Cooper
On 14th July 2016, peacefully at home. Jim aged 76 years. A much loved husband, dad and grandad. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Tuesday, 26th July at 12.15 p.m. Enquiries to Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290
Read MoreBrian Cocker
On 15th July 2016, peacefully in hospital. Brian aged 76 years. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Monday, 25th July at 2.15 p.m. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for the R.N.L.I. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290
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