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These are the death notices published in this week's editions of The Sentinel. Our thoughts are with the families and friends of their loved-ones.
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Passed away peacefully on July 21st 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family, Albert aged 93 years of Bucknall. Devoted husband of Priscilla, loving dad of Janet and Debra, dearest father-in-law of Jim and Matthew, much loved grandad of Nicola, Louise, James, Erin and Niamh, a treasured great-grandad and a dear brother-in-law, uncle and friend. Albert will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Albert Birch
Funeral service to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Monday August 10th at 2:30pm. Will relatives and friends kindly meet at Carmountside. Family flowers only please, donations preferred for the Midlands Air Ambulance. Donations and Enquiries to Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880
Grace Bosson
Peacefully at rest, on Sunday 26th July 2026, at the Royal Stoke University Hospital. Grace aged 87 years of Norton Green. Devoted Wife of the late Harold, a loving Sister of Jean and the late Ann, a dear Aunt of Rob and Anna and Great Aunt of Ben and Harry. Grace will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her family and friends. Funeral service to take place at St. Anne's Church, Brown Edge on Tuesday 25th August 2026 at 11am, followed by a burial at Brown Edge Lawn Cemetery. Will all relatives and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Church.
No flowers by request please, donations if desired for the care of the British Heart Foundation and Brown Edge Luncheon Club. Donations and enquiries to: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880
Angelo Di-Piazza
Passed away on Saturday 11th July 2026 at home in Blurton, aged 63 years. Loving husband of Christine, treasured dad of Alex & partner Sarah, dearly loved stepdad of Gareth and Thomas, cherished grandad, much loved brother of Alf, Josie & Luigi, dear brother-in-law and uncle. Angelo will always be loved and sadly missed by all his family and friends. Rest in peace.
Funeral service to take place at Carmountside Chapel on Friday 21st August 2026 at 11.45am, followed by interment at Carmountside Lawn Cemetery. Would family and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Chapel. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired would be gratefully accepted for The City Dogs Home. A donation box will be available at the chapel. Donations & enquiries to : Haydn Heath TUDOR-DAVIES Independent Family Funeral Directors The Beeches 142 Waterloo Road Burslem Tel. 01782 811411 www.tudor-davies.co.uk
Suddenly but peacefully, on Saturday 18th July 2026, at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Anthony (Tony) aged 82 years. The much loved husband of the late Sybil, a dearly loved father, treasured grandfather and great-grandfather, and brother-in-law. Tony will be deeply and sadly missed, but fondly remembered by all his loving family and many friends. The funeral service will take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Monday 17th August 2026 at 2.00pm. Family and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Crematorium.
Family flowers only please, donations if so desired will gratefully be received to The Dogs Trust. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Nile Street, Burslem. ST6 2BH Tel: 01782 838724
Peacefully on Friday 17th July 2026, whilst at home surrounded by the love of his family, Reginald (Reg) aged 82 years of Longton. Devoted husband to June, cherished Dad to sons Andy and Neil, beloved brother to Linda, a Brother in Law to Alan. He was a loved Grandad, Uncle and also Father in Law to Hailey and Alexandra.
Funeral service is to take place on Monday 10th August 2026 at 11:30am at St Bartholomew's Church in Blurton; followed by an interment at Longton Cemetery at 12:30. Family flowers only by request of the family and any kind donations are welcomed to Cancer Research and the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. All donations and enquiries to: H Dale Funeral Service 176 Anchor Road, Sandford Hill, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent ST3 5EF Tel: 01782 313866.
Peacefully on 21st July 2026, at home with his loving wife Elaine by his side, John aged 86 years of Hartshill. He will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by his family and friends. Funeral service at Bradwell Crematorium on Wednesday 12th August at 1:20pm. Will relatives and friends kindly meet at Bradwell Crematorium.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Donations and enquiries to: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880
Passed away peacefully on July 23rd 2026, at his home, with family by his side, David aged 75 years of Knypersley. Dearly loved husband of Christine, loving dad of Kerry, Phillip and the late Stacey, dearest father in law of Debbie, Tom and Giles, much loved grandad of Chloe and Olly, fondly remembered by Josh and a dear great-grandad of Arthur and Fred. David will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.
Funeral service at Carmountside Crematorium on Friday August 21st at 1-30pm. Will relatives and friends kindly meet at Carmountside. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Donations and enquiries to: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880
Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at home on 6th July 2026, aged 83 years. A loving mum of Paul, Ian, Chris and Julie, much loved mother in law to Sarah, nanoo to Jessie and Frances and a great nanoo to Moses. Janet's funeral service will take place on Friday 7th August, 3:00pm in the Cedar Chapel at Bretby Crematorium.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired are invited to benefit Guide Dogs UK and St Giles Hospice. These may be given at the service or online at www.tjparryfunerals.co.uk. Funeral arrangements entrusted to: T. J. Parry & Family Funeral Directors 188-189 Horninglow Street, Anson Court, Burton upon Trent, DE14 1NG. Tel. 01283 205285.
At rest on Friday 17th July 2026 at home, John aged 88 years of Talke. The dearly beloved husband of Joan, much loved and devoted dad of Deb, Pip and Joanne, very dear father-in-law and a much treasured grandad and great grandad. John will be greatly missed by all his loving family and many friends. Funeral Cortege will leave his own residence on Friday 14th August 2026 for Service and Cremation at Bradwell Crematorium at 11.20am. Will relatives and friends please meet at the Crematorium.
Family flowers only, donations preferred in memory of John for The Douglas Macmillan Hospice c/o The Funeral Director, Sentinel Notices Online or the Family. Inquiries and Donations to:- Gail Spender C. Edwards & Son (Funeral Services) Ltd 155 High Street, Talke Pits, Stoke-on-Trent. ST7 1QQ Tel No: 01782 782842
William Burton
Died Peacefully on Friday 17th July 2026 at home Billy aged 81 years of Trent Vale surrounded by his loving family after a long illness borne with great courage and dignity beyond measure. Dearly loving and loved husband of June, devoted and cherished dad of Darren, Jason, Billy and Johny wonderful loved grandad, great grandad and a very loved brother of Mandy and the late Hilary, Lynn and Gail much loved brother-in-law of Andy, father-in-law of Abbie, fun loving uncle and great uncle.
Billy will be missed by all his loving family and many many friends Safe Journey until we meet again xxx A funeral service and cremation will take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Thursday 13th August 2026 at 1.30pm. Will relatives please accept this intimation and friends kindly meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations can be given in memory of Billy to Animal Lifeline All enquiries to: Harold H Leese (A.Boulton & Sons) St Peters Close, Stoke ST4 1LP Tel: 01782 744433
Todd James Cook
Todd passed away peacefully at home on 19th July 2026, aged 9 years. A treasured and much loved son of Jade and Sam. Todd will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him. Todd's funeral service will take place on Thursday 13th August, 2:15pm in the Cedar Chapel at Bretby Crematorium.
Floral tributes welcome or donations in lieu, if desired to benefit Young Lives vs Cancer. These may be given at the service or online at www.tjparryfunerals.co.uk. All enquiries c/o: T. J Parry & Family Independent Funeral Director 188-189 Horninglow Street, Anson Court, Burton upon Trent, DE14 1NG. Tel. 01283 205285.
Passed away peacefully at Amber Wood Care Home on Tuesday 14th July 2026, aged 90 years. Dorothy was a much-loved mum, nan and great nan, she will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. A funeral service will be held at Bretby Crematorium, Willow Service Room on Monday 10th August at 10.45am. Black need not be worn.
Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Dot may be placed into the collection box as you leave the service and will be forwarded to Amber Wood Care Home for the Residents Fund Further enquiries please to: Central Coop Funeral, 8 Borough Road, Burton on Trent, Tel: 01283 568431
Peacefully in his sleep on 22nd July 2026 at RSUH, aged 79 years. Treasured husband of Hilary, much loved Poppa of Jennifer, beloved Grandad of Harriet and Eleanor, favourite uncle of Chris, Tim and Emma; Bob will be dearly missed by all his family and friends. Bob's funeral service is to be held on Thursday 27th August at 12-noon at The Old Chapel, Etruria ST1 5PE. The family warmly invite mourners to meet at the service and all are welcome to remain afterwards, to share the light refreshments that will be served in the Chapel. If you wish to stay for the refreshments, the family ask that you contact the funeral director to inform them.
Family flowers only, please. Should you wish to donate in loving memory of Bob, all donations would be welcomed for the UHNM Cardiology Department. All enquiries please contact the funeral director. Thank you. W.R Bettelley Ltd 315 Uttoxeter Road, Longton ST3 5LQ Tel: 01782 313542 Email: info@wrbettelley.com
Robert Evans
Suddenly and unexpectedly on Saturday 18th July Bob aged 81 years of Meir Heath. The devoted husband of Ann. The much loved and loving dad of Stephen, David, Christopher and Jeanette. A cherished grandad, great grandad and brother. Bob will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and many friends. Funeral on Monday 14th September 2026. Service and cremation at Stafford Crematorium at 12.00 noon.
Would relatives and friends wishing to attend kindly assemble at Stafford Crematorium. No flowers please by request, donations in memory of Bob would be much appreciated for The WRVS. (Women's Royal Voluntary Service) Donations may be made via the online link or c/o The Funeral Director. DONATIONS & ENQUIRIES TO : NICOLA DAVIES : HARRY DAWSON FUNERAL SERVICES : The Funeral Home, 105, Upper Normacot Road, Normacot, Longton, Stoke on Trent. ST3 4QG. Tel : 01782 313428
Sandra Heald
Passed away peacefully at home on 23rd July 2026, aged 83 years. A dearly loved Mum to Emma, Timothy and Sally-Anne, treasured Nana to Brandon, Benjamin, Charlie, Jess and Oliver, beloved sister/cousin of Carole, and devoted partner to Terry. Sandra was a strong, funny, witty and loving lady who touched the lives of many and will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Forever loved, forever remembered.
Funeral service to be held at Bradwell Crematorium on Thursday 6th August 2026 at 2.00pm, followed by a gathering at Brampton Museum's Willow Room. Family and friends are welcome to attend. To show Sandra's love of flowers, floral tributes are welcome and may be arranged through Exhibits Florists, Newcastle-under-Lyme (01782 619100) or you may bring along on the day. Enquiries to: H GOODWIN FUNERALCARE Verona House 114 London Road, Newcastle under Lyme ST5 1LZ Tel. 01782 616586.
Alfred Hudson
In Loving Memory of Alfred Joseph HUDSON'Bunny'. Peacefully passed away on the 7th July 2026 Aged 90 years. Devoted husband of the late Elizabeth, Cherished dad to Fred and the late Michael. Alfred's funeral service will take place on Monday 10th August 2026 St Mary's Parish Church, Uttoxeter at 11:00am. Followed by a committal at Stafford Crematorium at 12:30pm. Should you wish to make a donation, these will be
gratefully forwarded to The Royal British Legion c/o A Slater & Sons, 66a High Street, Uttoxeter, ST14 7JD 01889 564086 www.aslaterandsons.co.uk
Robert Paulson
Peacefully at rest on Wednesday 22nd July 2026 at his home at Meir Hay Longton Robert aged 84 years. The dearly beloved husband of Isabel. The much loved and loving dad of Sheena. Treasured grandad of Lauren and the respected father in law of Mark. Bob will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends. The funeral cortege will leave his home at Meir Hay on Monday 10th August at 11.30am for service and cremation at Carmountside Crematorium at 12.00 noon.
Would all wishing to attend kindly meet at Carmountside Crematorium. No flowers please by request, donations in memory of Bob would be much appreciated for The Douglas Macmillan Hospice Blurton. Donations may be made via the online link or c/o The Funeral Director. DONATIONS & ENQUIRIES TO : NICOLA DAVIES : HARRY DAWSON FUNERAL SERVICES : The Funeral Home, 105, Upper Normacot Road, Normacot, Longton, Stoke on Trent. ST3 4QG. Tel : 01782 313428.
Nigel Peake
Suddenly and unexpectedly on July 18th 2026, Nigel aged 69 years of Yarnfield. Devoted husband of Jill, dearly loved dad of Daniel and Adam, loving father in law of Jayne and Vicki, and treasured grandad of Imogen, William, Darcie, Joseph, Henry and Fraser. Nigel will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.
Funeral service to take place at Carmountside Chapel on Wednesday August 12th at 11-15am, followed by interment in the Lawn Cemetery. Will relatives and friends kindly meet at Carmountside. Family flowers only please, donations preferred for Breakthrough T1D UK (Research into children's type 1 diabetes). Donations and enquiries to: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880
Hazel Anne Smith
Peacefully at rest at her home on Sunday 19th July in the loving care of her family, Hazel, aged 88 years, of Birches Head. Devoted and much loved wife to Cliff. Much loved and treasured mum to Liz and son-in-Law, Peter. Cherished and loved nanna to James. Hazel will be deeply and sadly missed, but very much fondly remembered with love.
Funeral service to take place at St. Matthew's Church, Birches Head on Thursday 13th August 2026 at 12.30pm, followed by Interment at Burslem Cemetery. Would all family and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Church. Flowers welcome or donations if preferred to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Donations and enquiries to: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880
Peacefully at rest on Sunday 19th July 2026, at the RSUH, after a short illness surrounded by his loving family. Bob, aged 86 years of Bradeley. Dearly beloved husband of Joy, much loved dad of Vanda, dear father-in-law of Mark, devoted grandad of Mathew, a loving brother and uncle. Bob will be sadly missed by all his loving family and friends. The funeral cortege will leave his home in Bradeley on Tuesday 11th August for service and cremation at Bradwell Crematorium at 12.40pm. Would relatives kindly accept this the only intimation friends wishing to attend please meet at Bradwell.
Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Bob if desired may be sent for the Douglas Macmillan Hospice care of the family. Donations & enquiries to DAVID PODMORE, Arlington House, Ford Green Road, Smallthorne SOT, ST6 1NX Tel. 01782 818888
Trevor Whittingham
Passed away peacefully on July 20th 2026, at St Michael's House, Chell, after a long illness fought with great courage, Trevor aged 85 years (formerly of Merrion Drive, Bradeley). Much loved husband of Kath, dearly loved dad of Andrew, Antony and Rob, loving father in law of Olly, Karen and Emma, an adored grandad and great-grandad, dearest brother of John and Paul and a dear brother in law and uncle. Trevor will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.
Funeral service to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Tuesday 11th August at 12.30pm. Will relatives and friends kindly meet at Carmountside. Family flowers only please, donations preferred for Dementia UK and the Douglas Macmillan Hospice. Donations and enquiries to: Williamson Brothers Family Funeral Directors Birch House, Birches Head Road, Hanley, ST1 6LH. Tel. 01782 212880
John Wright
Peacefully at rest whilst at home on 18th July 2026 surrounded by his loving family. John aged 82 years of Bradwell. A much loved husband of the late Carol, a loving dad of Tracy, Kim and Craig, father in law of Gary, Nick and Nisa, a treasured grandad of Matt, Aiden, Charlotte, Beth, Tom and Harrison, a cherished great grandad of Arthur, Fleur, Oscar and Benji, a dear brother in law of Dave, Pauline, Joan and Josie and friend to many.
Funeral service and cremation to be held at Bradwell Crematorium on Friday 7th August 2026 at 10.40am. Will all relatives please accept this the only intimation, friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Crematorium. All enquiries to: Mr Ben Simpson-Wilde Simpson & Wilde, Independent Funeral Directors, 317 Hartshill Road, Stoke on Trent. ST4 7NR, 01782 616034
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