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

13/03/2026

WHITAKER
JOHN
‘JACK’

Who passed away peacefully in Royal Preston Hospital on Tuesday 10th March, aged 92 years.

Loving husband of the late Margaret, a much-loved dad to Catherine, Julie & Hilary and a proud grandad & great-grandad.

John’s funeral service will take place at St. Bartholomew’s Church, Chipping on Saturday 28th March at 10.30 am prior to committal at Preston Crematorium.

Family flowers only please and donations in John’s memory may be made to Prostate Cancer UK via the following link.
https://john-whitaker-1933-2026.muchloved.com/

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

12/03/2026

LOWE
MARTIN

Who died peacefully in Royal Preston Hospital on Thursday 5th March, aged 65 years.

Dearly beloved husband of Anita, loving dad of Jason and Georgina, dear father in law of Lauren and Tom, much loved grandad of Jayden, Elise, Noah, Freya, Sebastian, and Toby, caring brother of Sharon and Nicky, dear brother in law of Andy and dear uncle to Steph.

Martin’s funeral service and interment will take place at Much Hoole Woodland Burial Ground on Thursday 26th March at 11:00am.
Usual funeral attire is not required, green and blue are encouraged.

Family flowers only please and donations if so desired to RPH Critical Care Unit.

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, 219 Tag Lane, Ingol, PR2 3TY. Tel: 01772 722415.

12/03/2026

ROBERTS
MARION MARY

Who died peacefully at home on Saturday 28th February, aged 87 years.

Dearly beloved wife of Neil, loving mum of Wendy and Debbie and a dearly loved grandma of Amy.

Marion’s funeral service will take place at Preston Crematorium on Tuesday 24th March at 12:00noon.

Family flowers only please and donations if so desired to English Barn Cats.

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, 259 Garstang Road, Fulwood, PR2 9XL. Tel: 01772 788020.

10/03/2026

MORIARTY
NORA

Known throughout the Southport community as Dr Moriarty.

Nora passed away peacefully at Longridge Hall Care Home, surrounded by her family, on Saturday 28th February, aged 92 years.

A much-loved sister, cherished aunt to all her nieces & nephews and a good friend to many.

A Requiem Mass for Nora will take place at Our Lady & St. Michael RC Church, Alston Lane on Friday 27th March at 10.00 am, prior to interment in the churchyard.

Family flowers only please. Donations in Nora’s memory may be made to Alzheimer’s Research UK via the following link https://noramoriarty.muchloved.com/

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

10/03/2026

PARKINSON (nee Pye)
CAROL ANNE

Who died peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Wednesday 4th March 2026, aged 58 years.

Loving wife of Alan Rodney, much loved mum of Harry and Jack, dearly loved daughter of Margaret and the late Bill, dear sister of Julie and William and a dear sister in law, aunty and friend to many.

The funeral service will take place at St. Bartholomew's Church Chipping on Wednesday 25th March 2026 at 10.30am, prior to committal at Preston Crematorium.

Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired can be made to St. Catherine's Hospice or Rosemere Cancer Foundation via the following link https://carolparkinson.muchloved.com/

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

10/03/2026

COOKSON

JOHN BRADSHAW

Who died peacefully at St. Catherine’s Hospice on Tuesday 3rd March, aged 81 years.

Dearly beloved husband of Janet, loving dad of Paul and Claire, dear father in law of James and loving grandad ‘Gangan‘ of Connie, Ava, and Annie.

John’s funeral service will take place at St. Mary the Virgin Church, Goosnargh on Friday 27th March at 1:30pm prior to committal at Preston Crematorium.

Family flowers only please and donations if so desired to St. Catherine’s Hospice. Online tributes and donations can be found at https://john-cookson-1944-2026.muchloved.com

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

09/03/2026

BUCKLEY
Nee HARRIS
ANNE

Who passed away peacefully on Tuesday 3rd March, aged 85 years.
Dearly loved wife of the late Fred, a loving mum to Sue and mother-in-law to Neil, the cherished sister of Patricia (deceased), Linda (deceased), Susan & John. Also a treasured aunt and a good friend to many.

A celebration of Anne’s life will take place at Lytham Crematorium on Wednesday 18th March at 2.00 pm.

Family flowers only please and donations in Anne’s memory may be made to Alzheimer’s Research UK, via the following link:
https://annebuckley.muchloved.com/

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

09/03/2026

CLACK
JUDITH CHRISTINE

Who died peacefully at home with her family beside her on Wednesday 4th March 2026, her 65th wedding anniversary, aged 82 years.

Dearly loved wife of Alan, loving mother of Peter and Julie, dear mother in law of Liz and Ian and a much loved grandma, nannie and a proud great grandma.

A service of thanksgiving will be held for Judith at St. Lawrence's Church Barton, on Wednesday 8th April 2026 at 11:30am.

Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired can be made to St Catherine's Hospice, Preston via the following link https://judithclack.muchloved.com/

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

09/03/2026

BUCKLEY

ANNE

Who passed away peacefully on Tuesday 3rd March, aged 85 years.
Dearly loved wife of the late Fred, a loving mum to Sue and mother-in-law to Neil, the cherished sister of Patricia (deceased), Linda (deceased), Susan & John. Also a treasured aunt and a good friend to many.

A celebration of Anne’s life will take place at Lytham Crematorium on Wednesday 18th March at 2.00 pm.

Family flowers only please and donations in Anne’s memory may be made to Alzheimer’s Research UK, via the following link:
https://annebuckley.muchloved.com/

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

05/03/2026

SWEETMAN
BETTY

Who died peacefully at home on Thursday 26th February, aged 94 years.

Dearly beloved wife of the late Edward, loving mum of Philip, and dear sister in law of Roberta, Derek, Barbara, and Harry.

Betty’s funeral service will take place at St. Michael’s Church, Grimsargh on Monday 23rd March at 1:30pm prior to committal at Preston Crematorium.

Family flowers only please and donations if so desired to The North West Police Benevolent Fund.

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

05/03/2026

ELSIE SIMPSON

Who died peacefully at home on 1st March, aged 84 years.

Dearly loved wife of the late Tom, loving mother of Alan, Brian & Colin and loving grandma of Matthew, Andrew, Bethany, Emma, Zoe, Rebecca & Jonathan.

Elsie’s funeral will take place at the Parish Church of St. Lawrence, Longridge on Thursday 12th March at 10.00 am prior to interment in the churchyard.

Family flowers only please and donations in Elsie’s memory may be made to The Alzheimer’s Society via the following link:
https://elsiesimpson.muchloved.com/

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

04/03/2026

SEED
ANDREW

Died peacefully at home with his family by his side on Saturday 28th February, aged 73 years.

Dearly loved husband of Sheila, loving dad of Alison and Andrea, father-in-law of Phil and Rob and dearest grandad of Seth and Summer.

The funeral service will take place at Preston Crematorium on Wednesday 18th March at 12.00noon.

Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to St. Catherine’s Hospice or Longridge Heritage Trust Centre – donations may be given and gift-aided via this link - https://andrewseed.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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