Middleton's Funeral Services

24/04/2026

Paul Henry Crawford
17.02.1956 - 07.04.2026

Paul, aged 70, passed peacefully beside his loving family at North Manchester General Hospital.

Paul’s loved ones would like to invite all those who knew Paul to attend his celebration of life service, which will take place Thursday 30th April, 11:30am at Middleton Crematorium.

After the service, attendees are welcome to The Old C**k Inn (Oldham Road, Middleton, M24 2EB) for refreshments and to share memories of Paul.

Family flowers only please. All are welcome to donate to The British Heart Foundation in memory of Paul. A collection box will be present at the service.

All enquiries to Middleton’s Funeral Services: 0161 204 7884

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20/04/2026

Looking for a simple way to boost your mood, improve your health, and meet great people?

Joining a local walking group is one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to take care of yourself, both physically and mentally. Walking in nature helps reduce stress, improve fitness, and clears your mind, while being part of a group adds that extra layer of motivation and connection.

It’s also a great chance to switch off from phones and the constant noise of the internet, giving yourself some real, uninterrupted time to recharge.

Were happy to see local options for people to get out there and improve their mental and physical health.

If you’re interested, feel free to reach out to Walkie Talkies, information below.

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15/04/2026

Pamela Mcdonald
24.03.1948 - 30.03.2026

Pamela, aged 78, passed peacefully at Middleton Hall Care Home.

Pamela’s loved ones would like to invite those who knew Pamela to attend her celebration of life service, which will take place Tuesday 28th April, 1pm at Middleton Crematorium.

After the service, attendees are welcome to The Gardeners Arms (Hollin Lane, Middleton) for refreshments and share to memories of Pamela.

Family flowers only please. All are welcome to donate to The Alzheimers Society in memory of Pamela. A collection box will be present at the service.

For those not able to attend, a livestream will be available for Pamela’s service.

All enquiries to Middleton’s Funeral Services: 0161 204 7884

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15/04/2026

31/03/2026

That’s a wrap for our 2026 Easter egg collection 🪺
The community really banded together this year, giving is one of our highest yields yet. We’ve been busy and already dished them out to our various schools.

We’re often asked why a funeral business does things like this. But this isn’t about us, it’s about doing whatever we can to help out our local community. The time spent is well worth the smiles it brings.

If you’ve donated, thank you. Your generosity has helped our community this Easter. We’re immensely grateful for that. Thank you to all who participated and allowed us to donate l, we’re grateful for your hard work.

Happy Easter to everyone in Middleton, we hope you can put your feet up and enjoy some chocolate 🍫

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26/03/2026

Sandra Smith
12.04.1964 - 15.03.2026

Sandra, aged 61, passed peacefully at Heywood Court Care Home.

The Smith family invite those who knew Sandra to attend her celebration of life service, which will take place Friday 10th April, 11:00am at Boarshaw Crematorium.

After, attendees are welcome to join for refreshments at The Lancashire Fold, to share memories of Sandra.

Floral tributes welcome. Alternatively those attending can donate towards The Alzheimer’s Society. A collection box will be present at the service.

All enquiries to Middleton’s Funeral Services: 0161 204 7884

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26/03/2026

Always a pleasure to help our community.

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Massive shout out to Ian ,Deno and Dillon from Middleton funeral services 💕

Thank you so much for your Easter egg donation today making sure every child has a happy Easter and a nice treat🥰

We really appreciate you and all you do for us and for our amazing community 😁

We love you Middleton ❤️

Ps : nice little photo bomb from one of our visitors Ivor on the right of the picture 🤩

25/03/2026

On the weekend, we had the privilege of attending a deeply meaningful street naming ceremony within our local community, where new street and park names were dedicated in honour of our local fallen soldiers.

It was a humbling experience to stand alongside members of the community and pay tribute to those whose lives will never be forgotten. Moments like these remind us of the importance of remembrance, respect, and unity.

It is an honour to be part of a community that comes together to recognise and preserve the legacy of those who sacrificed and gave so much for their loved ones.

Joel Halliwell, Lee Rigby, Scott Hetherington.

Lest we forget.

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20/03/2026

Grief walks through our doors
long before a family says a word.
It’s in the way they pause,
the way their breath catches,
the way the world seems too sharp
and too quiet all at once.

At Middletons Funeral Services,
we meet people in that fragile moment
when life has changed shape
and nothing feels familiar.
We offer a chair,
a warm voice,
a place where they don’t have to pretend
to be strong.

In Middleton, we’ve learned
that grief isn’t a single feeling
but a whole landscape —
memories that ache,
love that lingers,
silence that says more
than any words could.

We see how a family’s story
sits in every choice they make:
the favourite song,
the flowers they pick,
the way they speak a name
as if holding it gently in their hands.

And in those moments,
our work becomes more than service —
it becomes witness.
A quiet promise
that their person mattered,
that their life left a mark,
that their love is safe here.

Grief doesn’t disappear;
it softens,
it shifts,
it learns to walk beside them.
But for a little while,
in our care,
it can rest.

Our family caring for your family.

19/03/2026

UPDATE:

Our Easter egg collection has been a huge success this year. There is still some time to drop off donations, but we will be closing the collection soon.

If you wish to donate please do so by Tuesday 24th March. We will be dishing them out next week in time for Easter.

Thank you to all who have kindly donated. Your support helps locals and the spirit of our community.

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11/03/2026

Today’s Special

A Blooming Fish Butty

Fish Chips & Peas on Bloomer bread

Incredible

👌🏻

11/03/2026

Middleton’s funeral services are still collecting easter egg donation, which all go towards local children so we can ease the cost of living for those who need it.

Bring donations to Old Hall St, M24 1AN

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