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Garstang Funeral Home, Castle View, Bridge Street, Garstang (2026)

02/02/2026

In Loving Memory of David John Walmsley
1st April 1962 – 15th January 2026

It is with great sadness that we have been asked to announce the news that David died peacefully in Royal Preston Hospital on Thursday 15th January 2026, aged 63 years.

David was the dearly loved son of the late Millicent and Ken Walmsley. He was a loving brother to Janet and an adoring brother in law to Martin and dear uncle to Philippa, Marc and Aaron.

David lived most of his life in Garstang and then moved to Catterall to go into the care of ‘Shared Approach’. He loved nothing better than being out and about in the community and always bumped into somebody he knew or made a new friend.

He was dearly loved and will always be loved and remembered always by all his family and friends.

His funeral service and committal will take place at
Preston Crematorium on Wednesday 4th February at 12noon.

Following the service, refreshments will be served at the ‘Wyrebank’ where you are welcome to continue remembering David, sharing stories and memories.

Please note, if you cannot attend the crematorium, you are still very welcome to join family at the Wyrebank.

Family flowers only please. Donations if preferred can be given in memory of David for ‘The British Heart Foundation’ c/o funeral director.

All enquiries to:
Greg Hodgkinson Independent Funeral Director
Garstang Funeral Home
Bridge Street
Garstang
PR3 1YB
Tel: 01995 601 600

27/01/2026

In Loving Memory of Beryl Mavis Harbin
14th May 1937-13th January 2026

With great sadness, we have been asked to announce and share the news that Beryl died peacefully in the care of Bowgreave Rise Residential Home on Tuesday 13th January 2026, aged 88 years.

Beryl was the beloved wife of Peter. A much loved and loving mother to Fiona and Heidi, a cherished and devoted nanna to Max, Lara and Alfie and a dear mother in law of Mark and Tony.

She will be greatly missed and fondly remembered.

Beryl’s family would like to sincerely thank the dedicated and caring staff at Bowgreave Rise Residential Care Home for their support and genuine warmth throughout her time at the home.

Following a private cremation, a Memorial Service of Thanksgiving to celebrate Beryl’s life will take place at The Parish Church of St. Thomas’ Garstang on Monday 2nd February at 1.00pm. After the service, the family extend an invitation to join them at The Wyrebank for refreshments and to continue sharing stories and memories of a wonderful woman.

Family flowers only please. Donations if desired can be given in memory of Beryl for ‘PSPA’ - Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Association c/o funeral director.

All enquiries to:
Greg Hodgkinson Independent Funeral Director
Garstang Funeral Home
Bridge Street
Garstang
PR3 1YB
Tel: 01995 601 600

23/01/2026

In Loving Memory of Keith Anthony Horner
21st March 1944 – 10th January 2026

The family have asked us to announce and share the sad news that Keith died peacefully in Royal Lancaster Infirmary on Saturday 10th January 2026, aged 81 years.

Keith was a dearly loved partner of Maggie, a much loved dad and cherished grandad.

He will be loved and remembered always.

His funeral service will take place at Lancaster & Morecambe Crematorium on Wednesday 28th January at 11.30am.

Family flowers only please. Should you wish to give a donation in memory of Keith, it will be gratefully accepted to help support ‘CRY’ Cardiac Risk in the Young, c/o funeral director.

All enquiries to:
Greg Hodgkinson Independent Funeral Director
Garstang Funeral Home
Bridge Street
Garstang
PR3 1YB
Tel: 01995 601 600

22/01/2026

In Loving Memory of Richard Collinson
10th April 1942 – 11th January 2026

With great sadness, we have been asked to announce and share the news of Richard’s passing, who died peacefully in Royal Lancaster Infirmary on Sunday 11th January 2026, aged 83 years.

Richard was the dearly loved and loving husband of the late Margaret Collinson. A much loved and devoted dad to Jonathan and Julie, and a cherished and dear brother, uncle and grandfather.

Richard will be sadly missed by all his family, friends and colleagues from The Priory, Scorton.

His funeral will be held at The Parish Church of All Saints Barnacre on Tuesday 27th January at 11.00am, before being laid to rest in the churchyard, reunited with his late wife Margaret.

Family flowers only please. If you would like to give a donation in memory of Richard, they are being accepted for ‘British Heart Foundation’ and ‘Dementia UK’ c/o funeral director.

All enquiries to:
Greg Hodgkinson Independent Funeral Director
Garstang Funeral Home
Bridge Street
Garstang
PR3 1YB
Tel: 01995 601 600

22/01/2026

In Loving Memory of Dorothy Taylor
9th August 1935 – 1st January 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dorothy Taylor, who died in the care of Oakfield Nursing home on New Years Day, Thursday 1st January 2026, aged 90 years.

Dorothy was born in 1935 at ‘New Hall Farm’, Barnacre as Dorothy Brewer, the youngest of five siblings, Esther, Tom, Jack and Arthur. She attended Scorton school, walking each day to and from her family home in Barnacre.

For many years, Dorothy worked at ‘Farm Fayre’ on Garstang High Street, where she became an expert baker and a gifted cake icer, a talent she was well known and admired for.

In the early 1970s, Dorothy met and married Alan Taylor of School Lane, Winmarleigh. They made their home at ‘Rose Cottage’ Winmarleigh, where Dorothy lived alongside her sister Esther and a lodger, Gwyn.

Dorothy and Alan later moved to Churchtown before moving to Wyre Vale Park in Cabus where they lived happily for many years. Alan sadly passed away in 2004. Dorothy later moved to 3 Maple Road in Garstang then Stanley Lodge in Forton and finally Oakfield Nursing Home in Forton.

Dorothy was a friend to many and will be lovingly remembered for her strength of character, her knitting and baking, her much-loved Christmas cakes and for never having a bad word to say about anyone.

Her funeral service will be celebrated and take place at Lancaster & Morecambe Crematorium on Monday 26th January at 3.30pm.

Family flowers only please. Should you wish to give a donation in memory of Dorothy, they would be gratefully accepted to help support the vital work of TBC c/o funeral director.

All enquiries to:
Greg Hodgkinson Independent Funeral Director
Garstang Funeral Home
Bridge Street
Garstang
PR3 1YB
Tel: 01995 601 600

13/01/2026

In Loving Memory of Brian Ward Taylor
21st December 1935 – 27th December 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Brian Ward Taylor share with Garstang the news of his peaceful passing on Saturday 27th December 2025, aged 90 years.

Brian was born in Preston in 1935 and spent his early years in Garstang, attending St Thomas’ Primary School before progressing to Lancaster Technical School and later the Harris Institute in Preston. He began his working life as an apprentice with English Electric, a company that later became BAE Systems. Through dedication and exceptional skill, Brian enjoyed a long and distinguished career, retiring in 1993 after reaching the position of Chief Designer for the Tornado aircraft.

In 1962, Brian married June Singleton. Together they shared a loving life and raised two children, David and Sandra. Brian was a devoted family man and leaves behind five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, all of whom brought him immense pride and joy.

Following his retirement, Brian dedicated himself to the local community. He became a volunteer Ranger with Wyre Borough Council and later one of the founding members of the Garstang Millennium Green Trust, where he continued to volunteer for a further 25 years, giving generously of his time, knowledge and passion for the environment.

In recent years, Brian lived with mixed vascular and Alzheimer’s dementia and spent the last two years at Stanley Lodge Residential Home in Forton, where he was well cared for. He passed away after a short illness, just days after celebrating his 90th birthday surrounded by his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Brian will be remembered for his intelligence, dedication, quiet strength, and lifelong commitment to both his family and his community. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Brian’s funeral service will be held at Carleton Crematorium, Poulton on Monday 19th January at 11.45am.

Should you wish to make a charitable donation in memory of Brian, they would be gratefully accepted to help support ‘Alzheimer’s Research UK’ and ‘Garstang Millennium Green Trust’ c/o the funeral director.

All enquiries to:
Greg Hodgkinson Independent Funeral Director
Garstang Funeral Home
Bridge Street
Garstang
PR3 1YB
Tel: 01995 601 600

02/01/2026

In Loving Memory of Margaret Jane Townley
1927 – 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Margaret Townley, late of Kirkham and formerly of Halton-on-Lune and Hill Top Farm, Nether Kellet. Margaret died peacefully in Royal Preston Hospital on Thursday 18th December 2025, aged 98 years.

Margaret was the beloved wife of the late Ronald Townley. She was a loving and very dear mum of Peter and mum-in–law of Ruth, a much-loved and cherished gran to Emma and Sarah and a treasured great gran, and a dearly loved aunt.

Margaret will be sadly missed and remembered with love by all her family and friends.

Her funeral service will take place at Holy Trinity Parish Church, Bolton-le-Sands on Friday 9th January 2026 at 11.00am, before being laid to rest at Halton Parish Cemetery, reunited with her beloved late husband, Ronald.

Family flowers only please. Donations can be given in memory of Margaret for ‘Cancer Research UK’ c/o funeral director.

All enquiries to:
Greg Hodgkinson Independent Funeral Director
Garstang Funeral Home
Bridge Street
Garstang
PR3 1YB
Tel: 01995 601 600

31/12/2025

In Loving Memory of Karen Anne Wood
1959 – 2025

With great sadness, we announce the passing of Karen Anne Wood, who died peacefully at Royal Lancaster Infirmary on Tuesday 16th December 2025, aged 66 years.

Known fondly to many as ‘Karen from Billingtons’. Karen was a much loved and familiar presence, whose warmth and kindness left a lasting impression on all who knew her.

Karen was the beloved wife of Graham, a devoted and loving mother to Ella and Katie, and a proud and cherished nanna to Austin, Oliver and Charlie.

She will be deeply missed by her loving family, close friends and all who had the privilege of knowing her.

A funeral service to celebrate her life will be held at Beetham Hall Crematorium on Wednesday 7th January at 12.30pm. Following the service, the family extend a warm invitation to join them at The Bellflower for light refreshments, share stories, memories and continue celebrating Karen’s life.

Family flowers only please. Donations if desired can be given in memory of Karen to help support the vital work of ‘North West Air Ambulance’ c/o funeral director.

All enquiries to:
Greg Hodgkinson Independent Funeral Director
Garstang Funeral Home
Bridge Street
Garstang
PR3 1YB
Tel: 01995 601 600

31/12/2025

In Loving Memory of Alan Stansfield
1938 - 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Alan announce his passing on Thursday 18th December, aged 87 years.

A dearly loved husband of Margery and a loving father of John and Mark. He will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.

The funeral service will take place at The Parish Church of St. Hilda’s Bilsborrow on Tuesday 6th January at 12noon, before Alan is laid to rest in the Churchyard.

Family flowers only please. Donations if preferred can be given in Alan’s memory to support ‘Cancer Care Garstang’ c/o funeral director.

Alan’s family would like to express their sincere thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff at Garstang Medical Practice for their care and support. Grateful thanks are also extended to the staff of the Urology Department at Royal Lancaster Infirmary for their care and attention over the past few years, and to all the staff at The Cornmill Nursing Home for the kindness and compassion shown to Alan during his short stay.

All enquiries to:
Greg Hodgkinson Independent Funeral Director
Garstang Funeral Home
Bridge Street
Garstang
PR3 1YB
Tel: 01995 601 600

30/12/2025

In Loving Memory of Philip Graham Boardman - ‘Phil’
1935 – 2025

It is with great sadness that the family announce the news that Phil died peacefully in The Cornmill Nursing Home on Tuesday 16th December 2025, aged 90 years old.

His funeral service and burial will take place around the graveside at The Parish Church of St. Thomas Garstang on Thursday 8th January at 11.30am.

Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be given in memory of Phil to help support the work of ‘Help4Heroes’ c/o funeral director.

All enquiries to:
Greg Hodgkinson Independent Funeral Director
Garstang Funeral Home
Bridge Street
Garstang
PR3 1YB
Tel: 01995 601 600

22/12/2025

As part of our latest Light a Candle campaign, we’ve shared virtual memorial candles to help honour loved ones around the Christmas period. Thank you to everyone who created a memorial candle.
Here are the remaining memorial candles that were submitted. Keep a look out for the next opportunity to Light a Candle.

21/12/2025

Thank you so much to everyone who has submitted a memorial candle so far.

Light a Candle will come to a close today (Sunday 21 December). Candles submitted before 5pm today will be shared on our page on Monday 22 of December.

https://gbnf.online/322607

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