Obituaries – Page 117

Irena Sagal

On 25th September 2016, peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Royal Blackburn Hospital, aged 85. Beloved wife of the late Mykola and loving mother of Tomasz and Rychard. To a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and friend – our lives will never be the same without you. Funeral will take place on Wednesday, 5th October at 10 am at Sacred Heart Church, Blackburn, all welcome, followed by burial at Pleasington Cemetery. Family flowers only please, but donations in Irena’s memory may be sent for Galactosaemia Support Group. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Jack Southworth

On Tuesday, 20th September 2016, suddenly, but peacefully in hospital. Jack aged 84 years. Beloved husband of Hazel, much loved dad of Lynne and Mark, dear father-in-law of Tez and Jane, treasured grandad of Sam, Chris, Josh and Max, devoted great-grandad of Lyla, cherished brother of Alice, Bill and the late Chris also a loving uncle and friend of many. Funeral service at Pickup Bank Old Chapel on Monday, 3rd October at 1 p.m. will be followed by committal at Pleasington. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for the British Lung Foundation. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral…

Harold Edward White

Former Borough Councillor and County Councillor On 4th September 2016, peacefully in hospital. Harold aged 79 years. A much loved husband, dad and brother. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Monday, 3rd October at 10.45 a.m. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for the North West Air Ambulance. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Michael John Stuart Keen

On 25th August 2016. Michael aged 42 years. Much loved son of Jacqueline and Terence, dear brother of Tracy and Michelle also a dear uncle, nephew, cousin and friend. A service in Sacred Heart Church, Blackburn on Tuesday, 27th September at 12.15 p.m. will be followed by a private cremation at Pleasington. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for T.H.O.M.A.S. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Joseph William Cooney (Joe)

On 16th September 2016, peacefully in hospital. Joe aged 69 years. Beloved husband of Kath, much loved dad of Joanne and Nick, dearly loved grandad of Jaymi and Dylan also dear brother of Eileen and Kathleen. R.I.P. A service in St Joseph’s Church, Darwen on Friday, 23rd September at 10.30 a.m. will be followed by interment at Darwen Eastern Cemetery. Flowers will be received at the Chapel of Rest or if preferred donations may be sent for the C.C.U. Royal Blackburn Hospital. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Jean Gibson

On 12th September 2016, peacefully in the East Lancashire Hospice. Jean aged 76 years. Beloved wife of Frank also much loved mother of Kathryn. A service in St Peter’s Church, Darwen on Wednesday, 21st September 2016 at 1 p.m. will be followed by a private family cremation at Pleasington. Donations in memory of Jean may be sent for the East Lancashire Hospice. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Henry Bradshaw

On 11th September 2016, peacefully in hospital. henry aged 90 years. Beloved husband of Nellie also a much loved dad and grandad. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Tuesday, 20th September at 12.15 p.m. 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

June Bass

On 7th September 2016, peacefully at home. June aged 73 years. Much loved mum of David, Sandra, Sharon and Tricia, dear mother-in-law of Lynn, Dave, Paul and Paul also a treasured grandma, nan, great-grandma, sister and auntie. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Friday, 16th September at 12.15 p.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

Anthony Christopher Carroll (Tony)

On 3rd September 2016, sadly at home. Tony aged 56 years. Dearly loved dad of Tara, treasured grandad of Daisie-Mai and Oscar also a loving brother and uncle. R.I.P. A service in St Joseph’s Church, Darwen on Thursday, 15th September 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

Minnie Wild

On 27th August 2016, peacefully in Blackpool Victoria Hospital. Minnie aged 94 years. Beloved wife of the late Harry, much loved mother of Maureen and son-in-law of Michael. Will be sadly missed. A service and cremation will be held at Pleasington Crematorium on Friday, 9th September at 1.30 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