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William Houghton funeral directors. A family owned, independent funeral service supporting the communities of Longridge, Fulwood, Ingol and surrounding areas.

11/09/2025

POTTER
JAMES
'JIM'

Who died peacefully at home on Wednesday 3rd September,
aged 86 years.
Beloved husband of the late Pamela, loving father of Richard and Joanna and a dearly loved grandpa and brother.

The committal service will take place at Preston Crematorium on Monday 22nd September at 11.15am, prior to a Funeral Service of Thanksgiving at St. Michael's Church, Whitewell, Clitheroe at 1.00pm.

Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to
'St. Catherine's Hospice'. Donations may be made via this link -
https://jamespotter.muchloved.com/

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, Chapel Hill, Longridge. Tel 01772 782291

11/09/2025

BROWN
Marguerite
"Peggy"

Passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday 3rd September with her daughter by her side. Marguerite, aged 87 years. Much loved mum, nanna and great nanna. Marguerite will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Funeral service to take place at Preston Crematorium on Monday 22nd September at 3.45pm.

Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Peggy can be made via the funeral director to Dementia UK.

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, Chapel Hill, Longridge, PR3 3JY. Tel: (01772) 782291

11/09/2025

MOFFAT, Bryan Patrick

Noeleen, Barry, Sharon and their families would like to sincerely thank everyone for their incredible support and kindness during this difficult time. We are so grateful to friends, neighbours, colleagues, and all those who travelled to attend the funeral service. To everyone, your kind words, cards of condolence, flowers, and generous donations to Blue Skies and Trinity Hospice (Blackpool) in Bryan's memory, have been a great comfort to us all.

A special thank you to Fr. Benjamin for his beautiful service, and to Paul Fogo for his reading and prayers. We also extend our gratitude to Flower Glade for the floral arrangement, Tim's Ribble Valley Catering for the buffet, and St. Wilfrid's Club for hosting the wake.

We are especially thankful to Nick, Tom, and the team at William Houghton Funeral Directors for their exceptional care and professional guidance. Their compassion and support made a difficult process so much easier.

Rest in peace Bryan.

10/09/2025

LUPTON
DENISE

Who died suddenly at home on Thursday 21st August,
aged 54 years.
Loving mum of Nevin and Holly and a dearly loved nana, sister and aunt.

The funeral service will take place at Longridge Parish Church of
St. Lawrence on Friday 19th September at 11:45 am,
prior to committal at Preston Crematorium.

Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to ' RSPCA Preston & District branch'. Donations may be made via this link -
https://deniselupton.muchloved.com/

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, Chapel Hill, Longridge. Tel 01772 782291

09/09/2025

OSBORNE
MAUREEN
(nee Platt)

Passed away peacefully at home on Friday 5th September,
aged 70 years.
Devoted wife to Ozzy, loving mother to Gillian, Paul, John and Rachael, caring grandmother to Roman, Freddie, Harry, Johnny, Aria and Ayda, Also a much loved sister to Andy, Joe, Tom as well as David and Mick (sadly deceased).

A Funeral Mass will be held for Maureen at St Anthony's R.C Church, Fulwood on Tuesday 16th September at 10.30am followed by interment at Our Lady & St. Michaels R.C Church, Alston Lane.

Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to St. Catherine's Hospice Via the Funeral Director.

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, 259 Garstang Road, Fulwood. 01772 788020

05/09/2025

BLUNDELL
DAVID
'BUNNY'

Who died in St. Catherine's Hospice, surrounded by his closest family members on Wednesday 3rd September, aged 68 years.

The much loved husband of Deb, the wonderful dad of Amy and a dearly loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many.

A Celebration of his life will take place at Preston Crematorium on Friday 12th September 2025 at 10:30 am.

Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to 'Rosemere Cancer Foundation' or 'St. Catherine's Hospice'. Donations may be made and gift aided via this link - https://david-blundell.muchloved.com/

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, Chapel Hill, Longridge. Tel 0172 782291

04/09/2025

THOMAS SINGLETON

‘TOM’

Who passed away peacefully on Tuesday 26th August, aged 92 years.

Loving husband of Heather, much-loved dad of Thomas & Jan and a proud grandad.

Tom’s funeral service will take place at St. James’ Church, Whitechapel on Thursday 18th September at 12.00 noon, prior to interment in the churchyard.

Family flowers only please and donations in Tom’s memory can be made to St. James’ Church, via the funeral director.

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, Chapel Hill, Longridge. Tel: 01772 782291.

04/09/2025

SUSAN ROBINSON

‘SUE’

Who passed away peacefully in Royal Preston Hospital on Saturday 30th August, aged 60 years.

The cherished daughter of Barbara, loving wife of the late Mark, much loved mum of Melody & Stephanie and a treasured sister to Gerard, David & Penny.

Sue’s funeral service will take place at St. Bartholomew’s Church, Chipping on Thursday 18th September at 10.45 am, prior to committal at Preston Crematorium.

Family flowers only please and donations in Sue’s memory can be made to either St. Catherine’s Hospice or Cancer Research UK via the following link:
https://susan-robinson-1965-2025.muchloved.com/

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, Chapel Hill, Longridge. Tel: 01772 782291.

03/09/2025

GOULD
STAN

Who died peacefully after a short stay in Royal Preston Hospital, on Saturday 30th August , aged 92 years.

Dearly loved husband of the late Kathleen, loving father of Julie and Debbie, Philip, Andrew and Mark and a much loved father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad.

The funeral service and interment will take place at St. Hilda's, Bilsborrow on Monday 15th September at 11.00am.

Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to 'St. Catherine's Hospice'. Donations may be made via this link -
https://stangould.muchloved.com/

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, Chapel Hill, Longridge. Tel 01772 782291

01/09/2025

LARKIN
JUNE

Who died peacefully in Royal Preston Hospital on Tuesday 26th August, aged 82 years.

Loving mum of Andrew, Paul and Belinda and a dearly loved mother-in-law and grandma.

The funeral service will take place at William Houghton Funeral Director's, 219 Tag Lane, Ingol on Wednesday 10th September 2025 at 12:30 pm, prior to committal at Hill Road cemetery, Penwortham.

Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to R.S.P.C.A Preston Branch. Donations may be made via this link https://junelarkin.muchloved.com/

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, 219 Tag Lane, Ingol. Tel 01772 722415

29/08/2025

SHAW
ANNE

Who died in her sleep, in Blackburn Hospital on Thursday
28th August, aged 84 years.
Beloved wife of the late Stuart, loving mum of Deborah and Janet and a dearly loved mother-in-law, grandma and great-grandma.

The funeral service will take place at Longridge Parish Church of
St. Lawrence on Thursday 11th September at 11:45 am.

Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to 'Labrador Rescue (North West Area). Donations may be made via this link - https://anne-shaw-1941-2025.muchloved.com/

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, Chapel Hill, Longridge. Tel 01772 782291

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Preston
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http://www.williamhoughtonfunerals.co.uk/

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