Liam Stafford Funeral Directors

01/06/2026

Funeral Announcement
On behalf of the family, we share the funeral arrangements for the late;

HIGGINS
JAMES RANDAL
Of Ercall Heath, Shropshire.
(Owner, Jim Higgins Agricultural Contractors)

Passed away peacefully at The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford on 20th May, 2026 aged 84 years.

Much loved Husband to Esther. Loving Dad to John, Nigel and Sandra. Adored Grandad to Ashleigh, Daniel, Aiden and Todd.

Funeral Service, 11.30am Tuesday 16th June, 2026 at Telford Crematorium.

Family flowers only by request, but if desired donations to Kidney Research U.K. would be appreciated.

All enquiries to Liam Stafford Funeral Directors, Newport.
01952 971400
www.liamstaffordfuneraldirectors.co.uk

31/05/2026

This time of year soon comes round! Always a privilege helping the fantastic team at Newport in Bloom each year to help hang these beautiful baskets! We’re lucky to have such a dedicated and hard working team of volunteers! Thank you for all you do! Liam x

27/05/2026

We’re always proud to support and promote events taking place within our local community.

St John’s Church, Muxton will be holding their Spring Fayre & Dog Festival on Saturday 30th May 2026, with an afternoon of stalls, food, live entertainment, refreshments, children’s activities and more. 🐾☀️

It’s wonderful to see local churches bringing people together and creating events for families and the wider community to enjoy.

Please see the poster below for full details and contact information. 💛

26/05/2026

Please support Newport Cottage Care’s Summer Raffle!

🌼☀️ SUMMER RAFFLE ☀️🌼

We’re excited to launch our Summer Raffle with some amazing prizes up for grabs, all generously donated by our incredible community 💙

📅 Raffle draw 6th July 2026
🎫 Tickets £5 per book
📍 Tickets available from Newport Cottage Care - 01952 820893

All proceeds go directly to Newport Cottage Care’s Client Activity Fund, enabling us to provide engaging and stimulating activities and special experiences for all those in our care.

Please like, share, and support if you can ❤️

18/05/2026

Did you know that Newport Cemetery Chapel is available for funeral services and gatherings before a graveside or crematorium service?

The peaceful chapel can comfortably accommodate around 30 people, offering a private and respectful space for family and friends to come together, reflect, and pay their respects before continuing to the graveside or crematorium.

Whether you are planning a small, intimate service or looking for a calm setting before a larger ceremony, the chapel provides a welcoming environment during a difficult time.

For more information or to discuss arrangements, please get in touch with us.

01952 971400 | www.liamstaffordfuneraldirectors.co.uk

14/05/2026

Behind every service is a dedicated team, and our chauffeurs play a vital role in ensuring each journey is conducted with professionalism, respect, and calm reassurance.

From the hearse to the limousine, every movement is handled with precision, allowing families to focus on what truly matters.

We are proud of the standards we uphold and the team who deliver them, every single day.

📍 Serving Newport, Telford and the surrounding areas
📞 01952 971400
🌐 www.liamstaffordfuneraldirectors.co.uk

13/05/2026

Funeral Announcement
On behalf of the family, we share the funeral arrangements for the late;

PARKER
MICHAEL
Of Newport, Shropshire.

Passed away peacefully at The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford on May 5th, 2026 aged 80 years.

Much loved Husband to Sheila. Loving Dad to Ian and Andrew, and Grandad to Holly, Lucy and Jack.

Funeral Service, 11.30am, Friday 29th May, 2026 at St. Nicholas Church, Newport. Followed by burial in Newport Cemetery.

Family flowers only by request, but if desired donations, which will be divided between St. Nicholas Church, Newport and Ronald McDonald House Manchester, would be appreciated.

All enquiries to Liam Stafford Funeral Directors
01952 971400
www.liamstaffordfunerals.co.uk

07/05/2026

Dying Matters Awareness Week is about something simple, yet often avoided - conversation.

Talking about death and dying won’t make it happen, but it can bring comfort, clarity, and reassurance to those we care about most.

Whether it’s sharing your wishes, discussing plans, or simply opening up, these conversations can make all the difference when the time comes.

At Liam Stafford Funeral Directors, we believe in supporting families not just when a loss occurs, but in helping people feel more prepared, informed, and understood.

Because talking about it today… can help tomorrow.

📞 01952 971400
🌐 www.liamstaffordfuneraldirectors.co.uk

06/05/2026

At Liam Stafford Funeral Directors & Stonemasons, we are proud to support families across our local communities with care, compassion and dignity.

From our funeral home in Newport, we are honoured to serve families throughout Newport, Gnosall, Moreton, Telford and the surrounding villages, providing personal guidance and support when it matters most.

As an independent, family-run funeral directors, we are here to listen, to help and to ensure every farewell is carried out with the utmost respect.

📞 01952 971400
🌐 www.liamstaffordfuneraldirectors.co.uk

30/04/2026

Last week we had the honour of supporting a family in saying goodbye to a truly special gentleman.

He took immense pride in his garden. A place where he spent countless hours nurturing, growing, and finding peace. It was only fitting that this love became part of his final tribute.

Our talented in-house floristry team incorporated his own spade into the tribute, filling it with beautiful, fresh flowers. Our florist created a completely bespoke arrangement, transforming something so familiar to him into a heartfelt and meaningful farewell.

Moments like these remind us how meaningful personal touches can be. A life remembered not just in words, but in the things that brought joy every single day.

01952 971400
www.liamstaffordfuneraldirectors.co.uk