B. Livesey Ltd Funeral Director

25/02/2026

Durnan - On 16th February 2026, peacefully at Home

James
(Jimmy)
aged 80 years

Beloved husband of Barbara, dearly loved father of Denise, Jackie, Tracy and Marie, and a much-loved grandad and great-grandad.

Funeral Service will be held at Charnock Richard Crematorium on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 at 1:30pm.

Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Cancer Research UK c/o the family or via the following https://jamesdurnan.muchloved.com (please gift aid is possible)

All enquiries to
Messrs B. Livesey Ltd.
Tel: 01257 262602

Dedicated to the memory of Jimmy

23/02/2026

HUGHES - On 5th February 2026, peacefully in Coniston House Care Home

Robert Hamilton
(Bob)
aged 78 years

Beloved husband of Judith, dearly loved father of Thomas, Debra and Steve, dear father-in-law of Nuno and Sharon, a devoted grandad of Mia, Ryan, Daniel, Kate and great grandad of Jonah, Jacob and Connor.

Funeral Service will be held at Charnock Richard Crematorium on Friday 27th February at 1:30pm

Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Alzheimer’s Society c/o the family or via the following link (please gift aid if possible)

Dedicated to the memory of Robert Hamilton Hughes

30/01/2026

14/01/2026

BRAZIER - On 11th January 2026, Michael (Mike) passed away peacefully in Meadow Bank Care Home following a long illness.

Michael John
(Mike)
aged 78 years

Everloving husband of Lynda, dearly loved dad and step dad of Lisa, Matt and Nick, loving father-in-law of Steve and Lynette, a devoted grandfather “grumps“ to Beth, Kate, Olivia, Thomas, Hudson and the late Baby Keaton. A loving "grumps" to Riley and Tilly. Cherished great "grumps" to Parker and Darcie. Beloved brother of Alan and Trish.

Funeral Service will be held at Charnock Richard Crematorium on Wednesday 21st January at 4:30pm.

Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Alzheimer's Society c/o the family or via the following link https://michaelbrazier.muchloved.com (please gift aid if possible)

Dedicated to the memory of Michael John Brazier

02/01/2026

31/12/2025

GASKELL (née Croasdale) - On 11th December 2025

Ann Elizabeth
aged 86 years

Beloved wife of Brian, dearly loved mum of Daryl, Tracy and the late Maxine, dear father-in-law of Karen and Joe, cherished grandma of Damon, Christian, Charlotte, Robert, Rachael, Rihannon and Jamie, also a devoted great grandma of Jacob, Emily, Ruby and Lucas.

Funeral Service will be held at Charnock Richard Crematorium on Wednesday 1st January 2026 at 10:30am.

Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to RNLI c/o the family or via the following link https://anngaskell.muchloved.com (please gift aid if possible)

Dedicated to the memory of Ann Elizabeth Gaskell

29/12/2025

FISHER

On 13th December 2025, peacefully in Gillibrand Hall Nursing Home

Thomas Kenneth (Ken)
Aged 88 years

Beloved husband of Barbara, dearly loved father of Annette, Louise and Claire, loving father-in-law of Simon and David and a devoted grandad of Sam, Lucy, Harry and Henry.

Funeral Service will take place at St. John’s Parish Church, Coppull on Friday 2nd January 2026 at 2:30pm followed by committal at Charnock Richard Crematorium.

Family flowers only please.
Donations, if desired, to British Heart Foundation or Alzheimer’s Society c/o the family or via the following link: https://thomas-fisher.muchloved.com
(Please gift aid if possible).

All enquiries to
Messrs B. Livesey Ltd.
Tel: 01257 262602

Dedicated to the memory of Thomas Kenneth Fisher

22/12/2025

**Important Notice** We can't wait to see you at our hugely popular crib service this year. However, please arrive early to avoid disappointment - it is possible that church will become full. Please leave any prams outside - this is to avoid blocking fire exits. Thank you, and see you at 2pm on Christmas Eve!

20/12/2025

And the winner is ..... Nigel Hughes 👏

Thank you to everyone who has supported our third bonus ball raffle in memory of Logan Croniken.

Altogether we have raised £885.00 for Manchester Childrens Hospital PICU (The MFT Charity). The PICU offers vital, highly complex care for critically ill children. Any funds raised will go towards advanced life-saving technology, research, and enhancements beyond core NHS services.

We couldnt have done it without your support so thanks again.

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