Michael Robert Clare
On 15th May 2021, peacefully in hospital. Michael, aged 74 years. Beloved husband of Barbara, much loved father of Jennifer, Steven and the late Martin. A service in St Barnabas’ Church, Darwen on Wednesday, 26th May at 11 a.m. will be followed by interment at Darwen Eastern Cemetery. Due to the current situation attending the funeral is strictly by invitation only. 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
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Stephen Duffy
On 10th May 2021, suddenly at home. Stephen aged 58 years. A much loved son, brother, uncle and friend of many. A graveside service at Darwen Eastern Cemetery on Friday, 21st May at 2 p.m. Flowers and enquiries to Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290
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Doreen Tattersall
On May 10, 2021, peacefully in hospital. Doreen aged 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Cecil, much loved mother of Gary and Lynne, dear mother-in-law of Joan and Graham, dearly loved grandma of Paul, Katie, Charlotte, Claire, Olivia, Felicity and the late Christopher also a great grandma and auntie. A service in St Cuthbert’s Church, Darwen on Thursday 20th May at 9:45 am will be followed by cremation at Pleasington. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for either the RSPB or The British Heart Foundation. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3…
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Alfred Houghton (Alf)
On 28th April 2021, peacefully at home. Alf aged 88 years. Much loved dad of David, Julie, Tony and the late Steven, Mark and Carl, dear father-in-law of Wendy, Lynn and Michael also a dearly loved grandad, great-grandad and a good friend to many. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Tuesday, 18th May at 12.15 p.m. Due to the current situation attendance is strictly by invitation only. If you wish to pay your respects to Alf, the cortege will be at Bold Venture Park main gates at 11.50 am. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent…
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Graham Waddicor
On 6th May 2021, in hospital. Graham aged 58 years. Loving partner of Julie, loving dad of Adrian and Emma, step dad of Martin, father-in-law of Joel, Juile and Danielle, loving grandad of Millie, Eli, Olivia, Ryan, Ella and George, brother of Jeff and Lynn also uncle of Helen, Donna, Joanne, Laura and Nicola. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Monday, 17th May at 12.15 p.m.. Due to the current situation attendance at the Crematorium is strictly by invitation only. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for Cancer Research UK. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street,…
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Reginald Gray Renwick
On 26th April 2021, in hospital. Reginald aged 76 years. Enquiries to Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290
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James Marrow
On 4th May 2021, peacefully at home. James aged 82 years. A much loved husband, dad, father-in-law, grandad, brother and uncle. A service in St Wilfrid’s Church, Standish on Friday, 14th May at 11.15 a.m. will be followed by committal at Charnock Richard Crematorium. Due to the current situation, attendance is strictly by invitation only. 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
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Margaret (Peggy) Haworth
Peacefully on Wednesday, 28th April 2021 at Birch Hall Care Centre, Darwen. Peggy aged 87 years, the dearly loved wife of Alan, a much loved mum, grandma and great grandma will be sadly missed by her loving family and many friends During the current circumstances, a private family service will be held at Pleasington Crematorium on Tuesday, 11th May at 12.15 p.m. Family flowers only, or if so desired, donations may be made in memory of Peggy to The Alzheimer’s Society. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290
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David Holden
On 23rd April 2021, peacefully at home. David aged 64 years. Beloved husband of Jean. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Tuesday, 4th May at 2.15 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
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Cecil Greenhalgh
On 17th April 2021, in hospital. Cecil aged 98 years. Beloved husband of Ivy. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Wednesday, 28th April at 12.15 p.m. No flowers please by request, but if desired donations may be sent for either the R.N.L.I. or North West Air Ambulance. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290
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