Obituaries – Page 96

Olive Entwistle

Formerly Sharples On 28th June 2017, peacefully in hospital. Olive aged 89 years. Beloved wife of the late David and Jack, much loved mum of Michael, Geoff and John also a dearly loved mother-in-law, nana, grandma and great-nan. A service in the New Methodist Church, Darwen on Tuesday, 11th July at 11 a.m. will be followed by interment at Darwen Eastern Cemetery. 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

Raymond Chadwick

On 28th June 2017, peacefully at home and surrounded by his loving family. Ray aged 82 years. Beloved husband of Marina, much loved dad of Pam and Garry and his partner Marie, treasured grandad of Stacey, Nathan and his partner Rachel also a cherished great-grandad of Mya. R.I.P. Requiem Mass in St Joseph’s Church, Darwen on Thursday, 6th July at 10.45 a.m. will be followed by interment at Darwen Eastern Cemetery. Mourners are welcome to wear football shirts. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for Prostate Cancer Research Centre. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank…

Roger Ian Carter

On 11th June 2017, in hospital. Roger aged 43 years. A much loved dad and son. A service in St James’ Church, Lower Darwen on Thursday, 22nd June at 1.15 p.m. will be followed by cremation at Pleasington Crematorium. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent towards his children’s future. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Derek Jones

On 12th June 2017, in the East Lancashire Hospice. Derek aged 73 years. Beloved husband of Irene. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Wednesday, 21st June at 2.15 p.m. Flowers will be received at the Chapel of Rest or if preferred donations may be sent for the East Lancashire Hospice. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Kenneth Bell

On 11th June 2017, suddenly in hospital. Ken aged 78 years. Beloved husband of Brenda, much loved dad of Steven, Belinda and Susan, dear father-in-law of Rob and Chris, dearly loved grandad of Leanne, Jason, Dean, Karly, Charlie and Zoe also treasured great-grandad of James, Brayden and Lilith. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Wednesday, 21st June at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for the East Lancashire Hospice. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Denis Isherwood

On 6th June 2017, in hospital. Denis aged 82 years. Beloved husband of Renee, much loved dad of Dennis and Dawn, dear father-in-law of Stuart, dearly loved and special grandad of Rachael and Amelia Rose, dear brother of Marion and brother-in-law of Brian. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Tuesday, 20th June at 12.15 p.m. No flowers please by request, 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

Jean Entwisle

On 6th June 2017, peacefully in Springhill Care Home, Accrington. Jean aged 89 years. Beloved wife of the late Bill, much loved mother of Philip and the late Janet, dear mother-in-law of Christine, dearly loved grandmother of Liam, Victoria, Sarah and Jennifer, dear sister of Brenda also sister-in-law of Roy. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Tuesday, 13th June at 12.15 p.m. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for Breast Cancer Care. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Brian Pickles

On 1st June 2017, suddenly at home and surrounded by his loving family. Brian aged 81 years. Beloved husband of Mary, much loved dad of Ann and Michael and their partners Glen and Sam also a cherished grandad of Megan. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Monday, 12th June at 2.15 p.m. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for North West Air Ambulance. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Ernest William Allen

On 31st May 2017, peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family. Ernie aged 76 years. Beloved husband of Ann also a much loved dad and grandad. A service in St Peter’s Church, Darwen on Friday, 9th June at 1.30 p.m. will be followed by interment at Darwen Eastern Cemetery. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for the East Lancashire Hospice. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Coralee Donaldson Thomson (Kery)

On 27th May 2017, in hospital. Kerry aged 48 years. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Friday, 9th June at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for the East Lancashire Hospice. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290