Obituaries – Page 57

Michael Coffey

On 27th December 2020, peacefully in the East Lancashire Hospice. Michael aged 76 years. Beloved husband of the late Joan also a much loved dad and grandad. R.I.P. Requiem Mass in St Joseph’s Church, Darwen on Friday, 13th January at 11.45 a.m. will be followed by committal at Pleasington Crematorium. Enquiries to Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Brian Lloyd

Passed away peacefully at Haslingden Hall Care Home on Thursday, 31st December 2020. Brian aged 89 years, devoted husband of Audrey, much loved dad of Bernard, Andrew and Philip, dear father-in-law of Debbie and Cressy also a cherished grandad and great-grandad. Due to the current circumstances a private family service will be held at St Mary’s Church, Langho on Wednesday, 13th January 2021, 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

Elaine Catherine Smith

(nee Welch)On Friday, 25th December 2020 at The Royal Blackburn Hospital, with her family by her side. Elaine aged 59 years. Beloved and loved wife of Craig, devoted mum of Amy and Jessica, dear mother-in-law of Daniel and Calum also a wonderful friend to many. Elaine will be deeply missed and long remembered by her family and friends.The funeral service, by invitation only due to current restrictions, will be held at Pleasington Crematorium on Wednesday, 13th January at 10 a.m. This will be streamed via webcast. Please contact the Funeral Director for further details. Family flowers only please, but donations…

Tracey Jane Coucill

On 25th December 2020, in hospital. Tracey aged 46 years. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Tuesday, 12th January at 1 p.m. Enquiries to Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Peter Murphy

On 27th December 2020, in hospital. Peter aged 84 years. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Tuesday, 12th January at 3.30 p.m. Enquiries to Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Margaret Roberts

On 24th January 2021, in hospital. Margaret aged 87 years. Beloved wife of the late Frederick. A service in St Peter’s Church, Darwen on Friday, 8th January at 2.15 p.m. will be followed by committal at Pleasington Crematorium. 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

Stephen Frederick Hesketh

On 21st December 2020, in hospital. Stephen aged 66 years. Beloved husband of Emma. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Thursday, 7th January at 3 p.m. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for either The Dogs Trust or Rosemere Cancer Foundation. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Doreen Mary Marsden

Suddenly, but peacefully on Thursday 17th December 2020 at The Royal Blackburn Hospital, aged 77 years. The dearly loved wife of the late Michael Marsden, a much loved mum of Rebecca and Sarah, a devoted granny and a dear sister of Jean, Fred, Colin and Jennifer. Doreen will be sadly missed by her loving family and many friends. A family funeral service will be held on Thursday 7th January 2021 at 11.00 am at St Cuthbert’s Church, Darwen followed by a cremation at Pleasington. Family flowers only, though donations may be made in memory of Doreen to Macular Society, c/o Edwin…

Alice Kay

On 14th December 2020, in hospital. Alice aged 100 years. Beloved wife of the late Hugh, also a much loved mother of Michael. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Wednesday, 6th January at 3.30 p.m. No flowers please by request, but if desired donations may be sent for The British Heart Foundation or Cancer Research UK. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Maureen Mary Davies

On 14th December 2020, in hospital. Maureen aged 78 years. Beloved wife of Ronald (Ron). Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Wednesday, 6th January at 1 p.m. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for the British Liver Trust. c/o Ainsworth’s Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290