Obituaries – Page 9

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

James Edward Houghton

On 8th August 2024, peacefully at Higher Bank Residential Home, Blackburn. Jim, aged 86 years. Beloved husband of Velma also a dearly loved uncle and brother-in-law. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Thursday, 29th August at 1.30 p.m. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for either The Gideons International or St James’ pcc. c/o Edwin Ainsworth Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Christine Wyre

On 20th August 2024, peacefully at Moorland View Care Home, Darwen. Christine, aged 77 years. Beloved wife of the late Terry. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Thursday, 29th August at 10.30 a.m. Flowers and enquiries to Edwin Ainsworth Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Rev Les Collinson

On 3rd August 2024, peacefully at Moorland View Care Home, Darwen. Les, aged 77 years. Beloved husband of the late Maureen also a much loved dad of Angela. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Monday, 19th August at 10.30 a.m. Flowers and enquiries to Edwin Ainsworth Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Valerie Mary Ratcliffe

On 6th August 2024, peacefully at home. Valerie, aged 80 years. Beloved wife of David. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Tuesday, 20th August 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

Audrey Johnson

On 3rd August 2024, in hospital. Audrey, aged 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Arthur. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Friday, 23rd August at 3 p.m. Flowers will be received at the Chapel of Rest or if preferred donations may be sent for Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary or a charity of your choice. c/o Edwin Ainsworth Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Gordon Ferguson

On Saturday, 3rd August 2024, suddenly at home. Gordon, aged 67 years. Beloved brother of Ian and Julie, brother-in-law of Carol and Phil also a dear uncle of Robert, Hazel, Vicky and Louisa. Funeral service at Pleasington Crematorium on Monday, 19th August at 2.15 p.m. Family flowers only please, but if desired donations may be sent for English Barn Cats. ℅ Edwin Ainsworth Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Madge Haworth

On 2nd August 2024, peacefully at Magdalene House, Blackburn. Madge, aged 99 years. A graveside service will take place at Belthorn Churchyard on Thursday, 15th August at 3 p.m. Flowers will be received at the Chapel of Rest or if preferred donations may be sent for The British Legion. c/o Edwin Ainsworth Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290

Kenneth Knowles (Ken)

On 29th July 2024, peacefully at Birch Hall Care Centre, Darwen. Ken, aged 80 years. Beloved husband of Shiela, much loved dad of Rean, John and Callum, dear father-in-law of Christopher also a loving grandad of Jack and David. A service in Spring Vale Methodist Church, Darwen on Thursday, 15th August at 11.30 a.m. will be followed by cremation at Pleasington. Flowers and enquiries to Edwin Ainsworth Funeral Service, Church Bank Street, Darwen. BB3 3HA. Tel 01254 873290