Find the right funeral home to guide your family through end-of-life planning. Learn more about how a Funeral Notice can help you, or see our recent Funeral Notices from Wolstenholme Funeral Directors in Accrington. He also loved spending time with his family and travelling. She lived in McMurray for much of her adult life, moving to Dayton, Ohio in 1990. He was born September 26, 1958, in Mt. Submit an obituary to publish in Observer-Reporter. For many years beloved partner of the late Pat, Sean was a dearly loved uncle and great-uncle and treasured friend to many. 83, of Helmshore passed away peacefully on February 23, surrounded by her family and Nee Green of Lime Road, Accrington died peacefully at home aged 93, on February 20 Whittaker passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family on Thursday of Moorhead Care Home, passed away on February 18, aged 101. She was born February 23, 1945, in Washington, a daughter of the late Ed Lee and Carrie Johnson Ellis Harper. A devoted wife Read More, In the obituary that ran yesterday for Janet Louise Stimmel Holmes, of Avella, an incorrect address was listed for the place of service. Add Photos Add a Memory Marion L. Gordon Marion L. Gordon, 83, of Avella, passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023, in Ann's Country Retreat,. Following graduation in 1956, from Mapletown High School, he Read More, Barry Edward Carr, of South Park, a loving husband, dad and grandfather, sadly passed away on February 27, 2023, at the age of 81 leaving behind his family and friends. 2, 2023. and Gloria Dudley Butler. The funeral service and committal will take place at 11.40am on Monday, January 20, at Accrington Crematorium, officiated by Fr. 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Observer obituaries. Family flowers only, however donations if desired in memory of Sheila to North West Air Ambulance c/o funeral director Hyndburn Funeral Services, Queens Road, Accrington. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Published in Observer-Reporter from Feb. 25 to Feb. 28, 2023. At Champ, we ensure each obituary advises on flowers and donations. Norma graduated from West View High School and earned an associate degree from Waynesburg Read More, Eva Cadez Kulik, 103, of Washington, formerly of Houston, passed away peacefully Friday, February 24, 2023, at her home in Strabane Woods, with her devoted daughter by her side. 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Mrs Sheila Beech, of Bamford Crescent, Accrington, died on Tuesday, January 7, aged 55. Here is a list of those who have appeared over the last week. She passed onto her new life with her family at her side. She was born December 2, 1927, in McKees Rocks, a daughter of the late Steven and Mary Ezarik Wolanski. She was born on October 22, 1939, in Bentleyville, the daughter of the late John A. and Hazel Read More, Madaline "Helen" Segedi, 87, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2023, under the care of the Greenery Center for Rehab and Nursing, Canonsburg. The funeral service and committal will take place at 2.20pm on Thursday, January 23, at Accrington Crematorium, officiated by Revd Tom Donaghey. A funeral service will be held at 12.30pm on Monday, January 20, at Immanuel Church, Oswaldtwistle, followed by committal at Accrington Crematorium, at 1.40pm. He was an avid Read More, Michelle R. Clark, 55, of Washington, passed away Monday, February 27, 2023, with her son and fiance by her side. Jamestown firefighters were called to the Bullfrog Hotel, 1414 E. Second St., at about 8:15 a.m. for a fire inside a second floor apartment. She had also been an avid reader and her knowledge was vast. Beloved husbands, wives, parents and grandparents have been lost in the past few days, Don't miss out - sign up for our free daily newsletter today. She had travelled to friends in Israel on a few occasions with her sister Sheila and brother-in-law Brian (who to Mavis was a brother). View Death Notice. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Alvin Lang. The dearly beloved husband of June, much loved dad of Ian, Trevor and Claire, dear father in, On the 18th of January, 2023, suddenly in hospital, Peter, aged 65 years, of Wrea Green, formerly of Blackburn and Great Harwood. A funeral service will be held at 1.40pm on Tuesday, January 21, at Accrington Crematorium, led by Revd. Loving wife of the late Bob, much-loved mum of Kevin and Malcolm, dear mother-in-law of Ann and Slawka, cherished grandma of Robert and Sarah, treasured great-grandma of Aaron, Iona and Polly and dearly-loved sister of Peggy and Sheila. the Chautauqua Nursing and Rehab in Dunkirk. Bank House, Whalley Road, The devoted wife of the late Derek, loving and loved mum of Dean, Tracy, Darren and View Obituary William Pinder (Bill) Jeans life completely centred around her family, whom she loved so much. The devoted fianc of Anne, beloved son of, Geoffrey passed away at home on the 11th January 2023 after a long illness, aged 71 years. The dearly beloved husband of Glenys, father of Julie, Suzy, Karen, Jamie and Danny, and loving Grandad to, Peter passed away suddenly at home on the 24th January, aged 74 years. Accrington Barton & Hallworth Funeral Director Sheila DERBYSHIRE Mrs Sheila Derbyshire, of Trinity Street, Oswaldtwistle, passed away peacefully. Families can raise charitable donations in memory of their loved one with payments made directly to the charities. "Butch" Piatt, 74, of Washington, died Thursday, March 2, 2023, in his home. 1 to Mar. She Read More, Clarence Earl "Buckshot" Richmond, 80, of Washington, passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2023, in Washington hospital after a very brief illness. She was born at home on Bull Road, now Concord Drive, in the outskirts of Fredonia on February 26, 1944 toJames J. and Frances A. Multiple photos can be added at point of booking and directly on the notice once it has been published for free. On September 18, 1999 he married the former Sandra Shirley J. Families can raise charitable donations in memory of their loved one with payments made directly to the charities. Flowers will be received at the funeral home prior to or on the morning of the funeral. Rays became a leading supplier in the area and is still operating today under the second generation of the Byrom family. In his spare time he enjoyed watching the horse racing, following the football, especially "The Spurs" as well as Mrs Mary Mavis Davies, of Merlin Court, Oswaldtwistle, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, January 9, aged 93. A funeral service will be held on Friday, January 24, at 1.30pm, with a Requiem Mass celebrated in St Marys RC Church, Oswaldtwistle followed by cremation at Accrington Crematorium. Accrington News Lancashire News Drain cover crooks 'putting lives at risk' in Hyndburn and Accrington "This is an incredibly dangerous act of vandalism" Bookmark Accrington safe space for vulnerable women targeted in arson attack as police launch investigation Accrington Bookmark May you rest in peace until we meet again. He loved his caravan holidays visiting Abersoch and France, but above all he loved to spend time with his devoted family. 83, of Helmshore passed away peacefully on February 23, surrounded by her family and Nee Green of Lime Road, Accrington died peacefully at home aged 93, on February 20 Whittaker passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family on Thursday of Moorhead Care Home, passed away on February 18, aged 101. Inform your family and friends the details of the funeral, Help family and friends plan their journey, Keep people updated if arrangements change, Help people send flowers and floral tributes, Share a cherished photograph of your loved one, Give a personalised and loving tribute to your loved one.