Obituaries – Page 6

Mary Irene Grisdale

(nee Mercer) On 5th September 2024, peacefully at the East Lancashire Hospice. Irene, aged 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Joe, much loved mum of Susan, Shirley, Sharon and Stuart also a dearly loved grandma, great-grandma, sister, sister-in-law, auntie and friend. R.I.P. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Wednesday, 25th September at 12 noon. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for either the East Lancashire Hospice or Derwent Hall. c/o Edwin Ainsworth Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Stephen McNally

On 5th September 2024, peacefully at Birch Hall Care Home, Darwen. Stephen, aged 72 years. Beloved husband of Lynne. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Tuesday, 17th September at 12 noon. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for The Alzheimer’s Society. c/o Edwin Ainsworth Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Elsie Cooper

On 22nd August 2024, Elsie, aged 96 years. Beloved wife of the late Alan. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Monday, 16th September at 12 noon. Enquiries to Edwin Ainsworth Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Brenda Osborne

On 3rd September 2024, peacefully at Magdalene House, Blackburn. Brenda, aged 72 years. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Friday, 13th September at 1.30 p.m. Flowers will be received at the Chapel of Rest or if preferred donations may be sent for The British Red Cross. c/o Edwin Ainsworth Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Joanne Shepherd

On 31st August 2024, suddenly at Braeside Care Home, Oswaldtwistle. Joanne, aged 60 years. Funeral service at Accrington Crematorium on Thursday, 12th September at 11 a.m. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for The Alzheimer’s Society. c/o Edwin Ainsworth Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

William David Wiggans (Bill)

On 31st August 2024, suddenly at home. Bill, aged 71 years. Beloved husband of Marilyn. A service at Pickup Bank Chapel on Wednesday, 11th September at 12.30 p.m. followed by interment at St Paul’s Churchyard, Hoddlesden. Flowers will be received at the Chapel of Rest or if preferred donations may be sent for Derian House Children’s Hospice. c/o Edwin Ainsworth Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Gail Spencer

On 26th August 2024, suddenly at home. Gail, aged 70 years. Beloved wife of Philip. A graveside service will take place at Darwen Eastern Cemetery on Monday, 9th September at 1.30 p.m. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for Guide Dogs for the Blind. c/o Edwin Ainsworth Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Margaret Leaf

On 15th August 2024, in hospital. Margaret, aged 91 years. Beloved wife of the late Derrick. R.I.P. Requiem Mass in St Joseph’s Church, Darwen on Friday, 6th September at 11.15 a.m. will be followed by committal at Pleasington Crematorium. Enquiries to Edwin Ainsworth Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Edna Emery

(nee Crompton) On 13th August 2024, peacefully at Thorncliffe Care Home, Darwen. Edna, aged 103 years. Beloved wife of the late Thomas, much loved mother of the late Michael, dear mother-in-law of Kathleen, dearly loved grandma of Mark, Simon and Louise also treasured great-grandma of Hector and Maud. A service in St Peter’s Church, Darwen on Tuesday, 3rd September at 12.45 p.m. will be followed by cremation at Pleasington Crematorium. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for St Peter’s Church, Darwen. c/o Edwin Ainsworth Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Samantha Donna Thompson

On 15th August 2024, in hospital. Samantha, aged 43 years. Beloved daughter of Susan and the late Robert. A service in St James’ Church, Over Darwen on Friday, 30th August at 1 p.m. followed by interment at Darwen Eastern Cemetery. Flowers and enquiries to Edwin Ainsworth Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290