Bowley & Sons Funeral Directors

20/12/2025

On Friday 12th December, we laid to rest the late Tina Shipman, a truly beautiful and personal service was held at Hollinwood Crematorium, where her family and friends gathered to remember her, it was a beautiful tribute to her life 🩵

Tina touched so many lives and she will be very missed by everyone who knew and loved her 🩵

May you now rest in peace 🙏

20/12/2025

❤️💚In loving memory of Christine Teresa Holden❤️08/10/1942 - 01/12/2025❤️
Aged 83💚❤️

We are honoured to have been entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements of Christine who passed away peacefully at home ❤️💚❤️

⛪️Christine's funeral service will be held on Tuesday 23rd December at 10.30am at Hollinwood Crematorium, Roman Rd, Oldham OL8 3LU ⛪️

Christine's family would like to invite you all to Halfway House, 123 Whiteacre Rd, Ashton-under-Lyne OL6 9PS, after the service, to raise a glass and share any memories 🫶

As Christine absolutely loved Christmas, her family have asked that everyone wears their best clothes, if possible something sparkly ✨️

Our thoughts remain with Chrsitine's family, friends and loved ones, and we will continue to support them throughout this difficult time ❤️💚❤️

🔴Please note that Christine's service will be live streamed and we will share the link as soon as we receive it 🔴

Christine, you danced through life with a smile and a drink in hand, we’ll remember your laughter long after the music fades 🙏

18/12/2025

🩷🩵In loving memory of Lynn McDonald, formerly known as Lynn Bailey 21/07/1966 - 01/12/2025🩵🩷
🩷Aged 59🩷

We are honoured to have been entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements of Lynn🙏

⛪️Lynn's funeral service will be held on Tuesday 23rd December at 10.30am at Dukinfield Crematorium, Hall Green Road, Dukinfield, SK16 4EP⛪️

Our thoughts remain with Lynn's family, friends and loved ones, and we will continue to support them throughout this difficult time 🩵🩷

16/12/2025

This morning we've had a visit from the lovely Pete Sadler-Eastwood at Birches Crematorium & Remembrance Park who brought us a Christmas gift bag filled with goodies 😀

Thank you Pete and all the staff at Birches, who have supported us throughout this year. Wishing you all lots of love 🥰

12/12/2025

07/12/2025

5 star reviews from the families we've been honoured to care for recently 🙏

Thank you for your kind words 💙

03/12/2025

Yesterday we laid to rest the late Carol Ann Kingsley, a very much loved lady ❤️

Eddie Inglis held a warm, reflective and emotional service, allowing everyone who knew and loved Carol the time and space to grieve, remember, and celebrate her life ❤️

01/12/2025

Bowley and Sons Funeral Directors Ltd is a genuinely family-run firm built of trust, compassion, and dedicated care. We understand that every farewell is personal, which is why we take the time to support each family with warmth, dignity, and respect. With a commitment to providing the very best service at every step, Bowley and Sons ensure that every detail is handled with kindness and professionalism. From one family to another, we walk beside you during life's most difficult moments, because your way is our way.

26/11/2025

🩵🤍In loving memory of Tina Louise Shipman🤍26/12/1973 - 17/11/2025🤍
Aged 51🤍🩵

We are honoured to have been entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements of Tina who passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family 🩵🤍🩵

⛪️Tina's funeral service will be held on Friday 12th December at 1.30pm at Hollinwood Crematorium, Roman Rd, Oldham OL8 3LU ⛪️

If possible please wear something blue as this was Tina's favourite colour 🩵

The wake will be held at Springbank Bowling Club, Albion St, Chadderton, Oldham OL9 9HT, where everyone is welcome to raise a glass to Tina and share their memories 🙏

Donations will be taken and appreciated on the day and these will go to the palliative nurses who looked after Tina 🎗

Our thoughts remain with Tina's family, friends and loved ones, and we will continue to support them throughout this difficult time 🩵🤍🩵

26/11/2025

❤️🤍In loving memory of Carol Ann Kingsley🤍❤️🤍06/10/1956 - 13/11/2025🤍❤️
❤️Aged 69❤️

We are honoured to have been entrusted with the care and funeral arrangements of Carol🙏

⛪️Carol's funeral service will be held on Tuesday 2nd December at 10am at Dukinfield Crematorium, Hall Green Road, Dukinfield, SK16 4EP⛪️

Our thoughts remain with Carol's family, friends and loved ones, and we will continue to support them throughout this difficult time 🤍❤️

Reunited with your beloved Malc ❤️