Every week, the Northwich & Winsford Guardian publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have died.
As well as appearing in print, our death notice pages will remain online as a lasting tribute to the memory of those we have lost.
Anyone who wishes to send their own message of condolence can do so by visiting the deceased's death notice page.
Here are the most recent notices placed in the Northwich & Winsford Guardian:
John Smithers
The 83-year-old, formerly of Wincham, died peacefully in hospital on June 5.
John was the devoted husband of the late Catherine Smithers, much-loved dad of Jean, David and Helen, father-in-law to Gary, Gill and Gavin, and adored grandad of Matthew, Emma, Daniel and Oliver.
Funeral Mass will be held at St Wilfrid's R C Church, Northwich, on Wednesday, June 19, at 1pm.
Family flowers only please, donations if wished for Macmillan Cancer Support or Cancer Research UK.
Donations and enquiries to George Bell, 49 Birches Lane, Lostock Green, Northwich, CW9 7SN. Tel: 01606 42534.
Rita Cawley
The family of the late Rita Cawley would like to express their sincere thanks to all relatives, friends and neighbours for the kind expressions of sympathy following their recent loss.
Grateful thanks to Rev Jane Parry for her kind ministrations. Also thanks to George Lightfoot Funeral Directors.
Gordon Assioun
It is with sadness, that we announce the passing of Gordon, formerly of Knutsford, who died suddenly at home in Davenham on May 29.
Gordon was the beloved husband of Sue, much-loved father of Louise and Melanie, and doting grandpa to Sofia, Harry, Max, Zak and Pippa.
He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Gone but never forgotten and always loved.
The funeral service will be held at Birches Crematorium and Remembrance Park, on Monday, June 17, at 2pm. All are welcome to attend.
No flowers please by request, but donations welcomed in aid of The Christie.
Donations and enquiries to George Bell Funeral Service, 49 Birches Lane, Lostock Green, Northwich, CW9 7SN. Tel: 01606 42534.
Rachel Hornby
The 64-year-old, of Comberbach, died peacefully on June 5 following a short illness.
Rachel, a former teacher of 30 years at Comberbach Primary, was the loving wife of the late Steven, much-loved mum of Alexander, devoted nonna to Sydney and Phoebe, and deeply loved by daughter-in-law Claire.
Funeral service to be held at St Mary and All Saints' Church, Great Budworth, on Monday, June 24, at 12pm, with committal to follow at Vale Royal Crematorium.
Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, for the RSPCA, enquiries to George Bell Funeral Service, 49 Birches Lane, Lostock Green, Northwich, CW9 7SN. Tel: 01606 42534.
Colin Rushton
The 84-year-old, of Sandiway, died peacefully on May 30 at The Willows Care Home, Mobberley.
Colin was the loving husband of the late Pat, dad of Alan and Helen, and also a much-loved father-in-law, grandad and friend who will be sadly missed and very fondly remembered.
Funeral at Vale Royal Crematorium on Friday June 28, at 11am. Family flowers only please, donations if wished will be gratefully received for the Fieldview Unit at The Willows Care Home, Mobberley.
Donations and enquiries to George Bell Funeral Service, 49 Birches Lane, Lostock Green, Northwich, CW9 7SN. Tel: 01606 42534.
Roger McKechnie
The 64-year-old, formerly of Wincham, died on May 31 in Blackpool Victoria Hospital.
The beloved husband of Zelda and the late Julie, Roger was also the much-loved father of Duncan and Drew, stepfather of Peter and David, father-in-law of Cheryl, Gill and Annemarie and a loving Taid.
His funeral service will take place at Beetham Hall Crematorium on Wednesday, June 19 at 11am. Would mourners please wear something colourful to reflect Roger's life.
Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Roger may be sent for the British Heart Foundation and Guide Dogs for the Blind c/o Alex Willis Funeral Home, 2 Middleton Road, Heysham, Morecambe, LA3 2QD. Tel: 01524 851595.
Rosemarie Enid Dutton
The 70-year-old, of Middlewich and formerly Weaverham, died on May 24.
Rosemarie was the beloved daughter of the late Maurice and Enid Hornby, and wife of the late John. Also a dearly loved mother, grandmother, sister and partner who will be sadly missed.
Funeral service will be held at St Mary's Parish Church, Weaverham, on Friday, June 21 at 1pm followed by interment at Gorstage Cemetery.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Trust c/o Nagle Brothers, 21 Hill Top Road, Acton Bridge, Northwich, CW8 3RA. Tel: 01606 852155.
Jim O’Brien
The 82-year-old, of Barnton, died peacefully in hospital on June 4 with his family at his side.
Jim was the beloved husband of Anne and much-loved dad of Kevin. Family flowers only please.
Donations if wished for Cancer Research UK and Kidneys for Life. Donations and all enquiries regarding funeral arrangements to George Bell Funeral Service, 49 Birches Lane, Lostock Green, Northwich, CW9 7SN. Tel: 01606 42534.
Fred Bird
The 81-year-old died suddenly in hospital on the May 29.
Fred was the loving husband of Joanne, much-loved dad of Jarrod and Andrew, grandad to Ethan and Harrison and brother to Mary.
Funeral service and committal at Vale Royal Crematorium on Friday, June 21 at 1pm.
Family flowers only please. All enquiries to George Bell Funeral Service, 49 Birches Lane, Lostock Green, Northwich, CW9 7SN. Tel: 01606 42534.
David Joynson
The 83-year-old, formerly of Comberbach, died peacefully on June 6 at Davenham Hall Nursing Home.
David will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
All enquiries regarding funeral arrangements to George Bell Funeral Service, 49 Birches Lane, Lostock Green, Northwich, CW9 7SN. Tel: 01606 42534.
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