S. Wellens & Sons Funeral Directors

S. Wellens & Sons Funeral Directors Here at S. Wellens & Sons, we are really proud to help and serve our families in their time of need.

❤️Sylvia Kenyon❤️09 November 1957 – 09 January 2026Beloved wife and much-loved mum, who will be deeply missed by all who...
22/01/2026

❤️Sylvia Kenyon❤️

09 November 1957 – 09 January 2026

Beloved wife and much-loved mum, who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

A service to celebrate Sylvia’s life will be held on Wednesday 28th January at 2:20pm at Middleton Crematorium.

Family and friends are warmly invited to join afterwards at The Old C**k Inn, 528 Oldham Road, M24 2EB.

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Elaine Shelton, who died peacefully at NMGH on 31st December 2025,...
17/01/2026

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Elaine Shelton, who died peacefully at NMGH on 31st December 2025, aged 74.

Elaine was a devoted mother to Melanie and Lauren, a loving grandmother, and a much-loved friend to many. She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

A full Requiem Mass will be held at 10:00am on Wednesday 21st January 2026 at St Peter’s Church, Middleton, followed by a committal at Middleton Cemetery.

Family flowers only, please.
Donations, if desired, may be made in Elaine’s memory to Cancer Research.

Thank you to everyone for your kind thoughts, prayers, and support during this difficult time.

Funeral NoticeMichael Tyson (Mike)of Failsworth Sadly passed away at Dr Kershaw’s Hospice on the 8th January, aged 78 ye...
12/01/2026

Funeral Notice
Michael Tyson (Mike)
of Failsworth
Sadly passed away at Dr Kershaw’s Hospice on the 8th January, aged 78 years.
🌻Mike’s family invite you to join them for a celebration of his life on Thursday 29 January at 3.30 pm at:
Hollinwood Crematorium, Roman Road,
OL8 3LU.
The family ask that people wear whatever they feel comfortable in.🌻
Following the service, you are warmly invited to continue the celebration of Mike’s life at:
Woodhouses Cricket Club
Medlock Road,
M35 9NG
Family flowers only, with donations if desired to Dr Kershaw’s Hospice.🌺
The family would like to thank everyone for the many kind messages and cards of condolence at this very difficult time.
All enquiries to:
S. Wellens & Sons, New Moston
0161 681 4377

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Laurence Milne (Loz)25/09/1968 – 04/01/2026Laurence closed his eyes...
09/01/2026

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Laurence Milne (Loz)

25/09/1968 – 04/01/2026

Laurence closed his eyes and fell asleep peacefully on Sunday 4th January 2026.

A beloved husband, a devoted Dad and grandad, a much loved brother, and a true friend to so many. Loz touched countless lives with his kindness, warmth, and presence, and he will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

The family have asked that those attending the service please wear traditional black.

Family flowers only, please, however a donation box will be available on the day in support of The Hub Moston, a cause close to the family’s heart.

The service will take place on
Monday 26th January 2026 at 9:00am
Blackley Crematorium – Centre Chapel
Victoria Avenue, Blackley, Manchester, M9 8JP

This will be followed by refreshments and a celebration of Loz’s life at
Irish World Heritage Centre
1 Irish Town Way, Manchester, M8 0AE

Forever loved, forever remembered. 💔

First full week back at work for many after the Christmas and New Year period, and it’s a moment to pause and reflect.As...
09/01/2026

First full week back at work for many after the Christmas and New Year period, and it’s a moment to pause and reflect.

As we step into a new year, we would like to acknowledge and thank the families and individuals who place their trust in us during some of life’s most difficult moments. It’s a privilege we never take lightly.

Behind every interaction is a story, a loved one, and a need for care, dignity, and understanding.

This year, our focus as always remains on compassion, patience, and doing the very best we can for those we serve.

We’re committed to offering support, guidance, and reassurance when it’s needed most, and to treating every family with the respect and kindness they deserve ❤️

Thank you to everyone who has allowed us to walk alongside them.

Wishing you peace, strength, and comfort as the year ahead unfolds.

🌹 In Loving Memory of Michael Pole 🌹21st May 1958 – 15th December 2025A service to celebrate the life of Michael Pole wi...
29/12/2025

🌹 In Loving Memory of Michael Pole 🌹
21st May 1958 – 15th December 2025

A service to celebrate the life of Michael Pole will be held on:

Thursday 8th January 2026 at 10:30am
📍Middleton Crematorium

Michael was a much-loved Dad to Craig and Emma, and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. This service will be a time to come together, remember his life, share memories, and say a heartfelt farewell.

Following the service, the family warmly invite everyone to join them to raise a glass in Michael’s memory at:

🍻 Hunt Lane Tavern
754 Middleton Road, Chadderton, OL9 0LD

Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be made in memory of Michael to Dr Kershaw’s Hospice, whose care and compassion are greatly appreciated.

Thank you to everyone for your love, support, and kind thoughts during this difficult time.

Brenda Ostell peacefully passed away on the 5th December aged 91 years surrounded by family and love.Brenda's funeral sh...
24/12/2025

Brenda Ostell peacefully passed away on the 5th December aged 91 years surrounded by family and love.
Brenda's funeral shall take place on the 2nd January at Blackley crematorium 12 noon in the centre chapel then back to New Moston Club park field road north where the celebration of Brenda's life will continue.
Donations can be made on the day to The British Heart foundation.

Brenda's family would like to thank you all most sincerely for the many cards and messages of condolence at this very difficult time.

All enquiries to S.wellens & Sons New Moston
0161 681 4377

✨ S. Wellens Memorial Service – A Night of Remembrance ✨This evening we held our Memorial Service at Middleton Masonic H...
17/12/2025

✨ S. Wellens Memorial Service – A Night of Remembrance ✨

This evening we held our Memorial Service at Middleton Masonic Hall, where we came together as a community to remember and honour our loved ones who are no longer with us, but forever in our hearts ❤️

The hall was filled with warmth and togetherness, with mince pies, chocolates, and cups of tea and coffee shared as we reflected, remembered, and supported one another.

The evening was beautifully facilitated by celebrants, Tim Hill and Liz Thompson, alongside Funeral Director Anthony Smith, Funeral Arranger Gavin Vitler, and Funeral Arranger Charlotte Mallinson, who delivered touching readings and poems that truly captured the spirit of remembrance and love.

A special mention must go to Margaret, our wonderful singer, whose heartfelt Christmas carols brought comfort, reflection, and a sense of peace to the evening.

Last but not least thank you to our amazing Wellens team, Marc Allard, Sharon Kay, Dot Knox, Kit Wellens, Evie May Bishop, Toni Haworth, Ian Kay and Lisa Dickins for their amazing help and support in making it a special evening.

It was a truly lovely night, and it meant so much to see everyone come together to remember, reflect, and share in such a special and meaningful way. ❤️

Funeral notice - James Melvin Midwood.James aged 85 passed peacefully at home on the 13th December 2025Joyce and the fam...
17/12/2025

Funeral notice - James Melvin Midwood.

James aged 85 passed peacefully at home on the 13th December 2025

Joyce and the family would like to thank everyone for all the love and kind words of sympathy and condolence at this sad time.

James’s funeral shall take place at Hollinwood crematorium on Wednesday 7th January at 13.30.

Family flowers on the day with donations made on the day to Cancer research UK.

All enquires to S Wellens New Moston - 0161 681 4377.

Funeral Notice for the late Anthony ‘Tony’ Mowbray:It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Anthony ‘Ton...
16/12/2025

Funeral Notice for the late Anthony ‘Tony’ Mowbray:

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Anthony ‘Tony’ Mowbray, aged 76, who passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family.

A beloved husband to Elaine, a much loved father to Alison and Kathryn, and a cherished Grandad to Molly, Ava, Erin, Nancy, Maeve and Freddie. Tony will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

A service to celebrate Tony’s life will take place on Thursday 18th December at 2.30pm at Hollinwood Crematorium.

Family flowers only, please.
Donations, if desired, may be made directly to Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis in Tony’s memory.

With love and remembrance ❤️

✨ Christmas Memorial Service – A Night of Remembrance & Light ✨This year, on Wednesday 17th December, we at S. Wellens &...
09/12/2025

✨ Christmas Memorial Service – A Night of Remembrance & Light ✨

This year, on Wednesday 17th December, we at S. Wellens & Sons warmly invite you to join us for a special Christmas Memorial Service in honour of all the loved ones we have lost, whether in the past year or years gone by ❤️

📍 Middleton Masonic Hall, The Pavilion
114 Manchester Old Road, Middleton, M24 4DY
🕕 From 6:00pm

This gentle, reflective evening is a chance to come together as a community to remember, celebrate, and cherish those who hold a special place in our hearts.

You are welcome to:

🕯 Light a candle in their memory

🖼 Place a photograph of your loved one on our memorial board

🎄 Write and hang a memorial card on our Christmas remembrance tree

Whether you come alone, with family, or with friends, you will be met with warmth, comfort and understanding. Everyone is welcome. ❤️

The bar will be open to purchase refreshments 🍻🍷

If you would like any more information, please feel free to get in touch.

Today we are at St Leonard’s Church, Middleton, a place with nearly a millennium of history behind it. 🕊️St Leonard’s st...
09/12/2025

Today we are at St Leonard’s Church, Middleton, a place with nearly a millennium of history behind it. 🕊️

St Leonard’s stands on a site of worship dating back to Saxon times, when a modest church dedicated to St Cuthbert stood here to shelter his remains, brought to Middleton around the 880s to escape Viking raids. 

After the Norman conquest, a sturdier stone church was built (c. 1100), dedicated to the French saint Saint Leonard and fragments of that Norman building remain within the fabric of today’s church. 

The main structure we see now was erected in 1412 by local born Thomas Langley who went on to become Bishop of Durham and Lord Chancellor of England, re-using parts of the old Norman doorway to create the tower arch. 

Then, in 1524, the church was enlarged by Sir Richard Assheton (following his knighthood for his role in the 1513 Battle of Flodden). Among the additions is the famous “Flodden Window”, thought to be the oldest war-memorial in the UK, commemorating the Middleton archers who fought at Flodden. 

Inside, the church holds one of the finest collections of monumental brasses in the North of England, including a rare brass in full armour of a Civil War officer, along with medieval screens, carved woodwork, stained glass, and a mixture of architectural styles that chronicle centuries of local and national history. 

Today, St Leonard’s remains a living parish in the Diocese of Manchester a solid reminder that even as we look back over the centuries, this church continues to serve and bring people together ❤️⛪️

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