Author: Tricia Dabrowski

Violet Hunter

nee Sandham On 30th March 2017, at home. Violet aged 90 years. Beloved wife of the late Robert James, much loved mother of Carolann and Ian, dear mother-in-law of Patrik and Jacqueline also dearly loved nan, great-nan, great-great nan, sister, sister-in-law and auntie. A service in St Peter’s Church, Darwen on Friday, 7th April at 1.45 p.m. will be followed by interment at Darwen Eastern Cemetery. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for Derwent Hall (D.O.P.W) c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Jane Gallagher

On 29th March 2017, peacefully at home. Jane aged 57 years. Beloved wife of George. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Friday, 7th April 2017 at 12.15 p.m. Flowers and enquiries to Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Sylvia Ena Florence Heaton

On 25th March 2017, peacefully in hospital. Sylvia aged 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Jack, much loved mum of Peter and Lorna also a dearly loved gran. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Thursday, 6th April at 3.45 p.m. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for The British Heart Foundation. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Ada Barker

On 25th March 2017, peacefully at Sandy Brook House, Lower Darwen. Ada aged 86 years. A much loved aunt and great-aunt. A service in St Peter’s Church, Darwen on Thursday, 6th April at 11 a.m. will be followed by cremation at Pleasington. Flowers and enquiries to Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Richard Maynard

On 24th March 2017, in hospital. Richard aged 86 years. Beloved husband of Rita. R.I.P. Requiem Mass in St Joseph’s Church, Darwen on Tuesday, 4th April at 12.45 p.m. will be followed by cremation at Pleasington. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for The Alzheimer’s Society. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. tel 01254 873290

Doreen Mary Kirkham

On 21st March 2017, peacefully at Old Gates Nursing Home, Blackburn. Doreen aged 87 years. Beloved wife of the late Joe, much loved mum of the late Lynn, Leslie and Jean, mother-in-law of Raymond and the late Allan, dearly loved grandma of Rachel, Darren, Carrie and Marc also treasured great-grandma of Lewis, Megan, Olivia and George. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Wednesday, 29th March at 10 a.m. Flowers and enquires to Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

James Roland Jepson

On 19th March 2017, peacefully in hospital. James aged 77 years. Beloved husband of Joan, much loved father of Lynn, Stephen and Beccy, dear father-in-law of Derek and Liz, dearly loved grandad of James, Alyssia, Eloise, Joe, Tom and Zac, treasured great-grandad of Piper also dear brother of Enid. A service in St Cuthbert’s Church, Darwen on Thursday, 30th March at 1 p.m. will be followed by a private cremation at Pleasington. Black not required by request. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for Alzheimer’s Research UK. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen.…

Terence Dougherty

On 16th March 2017, peacefully in hospital. Terry aged 83 years. Beloved son of the late Thomas and Doris, dear brother of the late Tom, brother-in-law of the late Nancy, much loved uncle of Joan, Peter and Nadine also great-uncle of Matthew, Joseph, Thomas and Simon. Rest in Peace Terry love from your friend Lillian. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Tuesday, 28th March at 10 a.m. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for The British Heart Foundation. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Marjorie Halsall

On 16th March 2017, peacefully at Thorncliffe Nursing Home, Darwen, surrounded by her loving family. Marjorie aged 81 years. Beloved wife of Jack, much loved mum of Graeme, mother-in-law of Valerie, dearly loved grandma of James and Matthew also dear sister of Freda and the late Ken. A service in St Peter’s Church, Darwen on Friday, 24th March at 12 noon, will be followed by cremation at Pleasington. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for Dementia UK. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

May McAdam

On 10th March 2017, in hospital. May aged 89 years. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Wednesday, 22nd March at 2.15 p.m. Flowers and enquiries to Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Author: Tricia Dabrowski

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