Price and Stubbs Funeral Directors

30/04/2026

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Christopher Paul Rice

Peacefully on Saturday 11th April 2026, Christopher aged 81years of Barlaston.

Loving husband of Elizabeth (Betty) adored father of David, Andrew and Michael loved father-in-law and cherished yampa, grandpa and papa and a good friend to many.

A service of thanksgiving will take place at St John’s Church Barlaston on Friday 15th May at 12noon, family and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church.

Family flowers only please, donations can be given in memory of Christopher to Tunstall Bell Tower or Smile C/O the family.

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Price & Stubbs Funeral Directors,
Mill street,
Stone,
ST15 8BA

28/04/2026

A symbol families can trust 🎩💛

We’re proud to display the Golden Charter seal as it stands for quality and trust in our profession.

It shows families that despite being a small local funeral directors here in Stone we offer Golden Charter funeral plans that are recognised nationally - committed to providing the same level of care, respect, and professionalism every time.

We’re proud to stand behind this mark of excellence. ⭐🎩💛

27/04/2026

We are very proud to be sponsoring Stone Carnival Week a fantastic opportunity.

23/04/2026

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Audrey Gladys Durston

Peacefully on Sunday 12th April at Royal Stoke University Hospital, Audrey aged 89 years of Stone.

Loving wife of the late Roy, devoted mother of Elizabeth, Glyn and Nicholas, loving Grandma and great Grandma, sister, mother-in-law, and a great friend to many that knew her.

A funeral service will take place at Stafford Crematorium on Thursday 21st May 2026 at 2:30pm. Family and friends wishing to attend are kindly asked to meet at the crematorium.

Family flowers only please, donations can be given in memory of Audrey to Cancer Research UK C/O of the family or via the link
https://fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/audrey-durston

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Price and Stubbs funeral directors,
Mill Street,
Stone
ST15 8BA

22/04/2026

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DEAKIN Pauline

Peacefully on Friday 10th April 2026 at the RSUH, Pauline aged 87 years of Stafford.

Loving wife of the late Brian, loving mum Helen, Angela and Caroline, devoted grandma and great grandma and a good friend to many.

A funeral service will take place on Thursday 21st May 2026 11:00am at Holy Trinity Baswich followed by a cremation at Stafford Crematorium.

Family and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church.

Family flowers only please, donations can be given in memory of Pauline to Katharine house hospice C/O the family.

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Price and Stubbs funeral directors,
Mill street,
Stone,
ST15 8BA

21/04/2026

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Graham Frederick James Clowes

Passed away Peacefully on Tuesday 14th April at the RSUH, Graham aged 90 years of Eccleshall.

Loving husband of Susie, devoted father of Sarah and the late Robert, loving grandfather of Samuel, beloved brother of Malcolm and the late Christine and a great friend to many.

A funeral service will take place at Holy Trinity Church, Eccleshall on Wednesday 6th May 2026 at 2:30pm prior to interment in the churchyard. Family and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Church.

Family flowers only please, donations can be given in memory of Graham to Holy Trinity Church, Eccleshall.

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Price & Stubbs Funeral Directors,
Mill street,
Stone
ST15 8BA

14/04/2026

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George Arthur Hesp

Formerly Managing Director at Portmeirion Potteries.

Passed away peacefully on Saturday 28th March 2026, George, aged 92 years, of Stone. Devoted husband of the late Brenda. Much loved father of Michael, Ian and Karen. Treasured Grandfather of Gregory, Elliot, Alyssia, Alexander, Jake and the late Olivia. A special Great-Grandfather to Harriet, Elizabeth and Freya. A cherished friend to many.

A funeral service will take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Thursday 30th April at 2.40 pm. Family and friends wishing to attend, kindly meet at the crematorium.

Family flowers only, please. Donations can be given in memory of George to Cancer Research UK.

09/04/2026

We’re proud to display the Golden Charter seal ⭐💛🎩

The Golden Charter seal represents trust, reassurance, and connection.

For us, it shows that we’re part of a nationwide network of local funeral directors who share the same standards of care and professionalism. 🫶

When families see the seal, they know they can rely on us - a local funeral director in Stone supported by one of the UK’s largest funeral plan providers.*

*Based on a Golden Charter analysis and independent research of the funeral plan market size as of December 2024.

07/04/2026

Introducing: Nigel Scholes, our dedicated Funeral Assistant.

Nigel joined the company in 2015, encouraged by Mark Boulton, and has been a valued member of the team ever since. Prior to this, he spent 30 years of his career with Lloyds Banking Group, working in a variety of roles across both personal and business banking.

A resident of Stone for over 19 years, Nigel has a strong connection to the local community and understands the important role Price & Stubbs Funeral Directors play in supporting families.

Nigel says that joining the company was one of the best decisions he has ever made, as he finds great meaning in helping people through the difficult process of bereavement.

Thank you, Nigel, for your 11 years of dedicated service and for the care and compassion you show every day. 🎩👏

02/04/2026

01/04/2026

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DAVID HOLBROOK

Peacefully on Friday 20th March at his home, David aged 79 years of Stone.

Devoted husband of Patricia, Loving dad of Ian, adored grandfather of Millie, Maggie and Sam.


David worked at Rugeley Power Station for many years but was known locally as a dedicated retained firefighter based at Stone Fire station from September 1970 to March 2002 devoting his service to the local community, also a great friend to many.

Family flowers only please, donations can be given in memory to Katharine House Hospice care of the family.

Family and friends wishing to attend please kindly meet at the church.

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Price & Stubbs Funeral Directors,
Mill Street,
Stone,
ST15 8BA

31/03/2026

Introducing Barry Hawley, Funeral Director Dip. F.D., L.M.B.I.F.D.🎩

Barry brings over 45 years of experience in the funeral profession, demonstrating a lifetime of dedication and care to the families he serves. He formally qualified as a Funeral Director in March 1999, achieving the N.A.F.D. Diploma in Funeral Directing.

Barry is a member of the British Institute of Funeral Directors, awarded his B.I.F.D. Licence to Practise—further recognising his professionalism and commitment to the highest standards within the industry.

Barry describes his role as a Funeral Director as the most rewarding career anyone could wish for. Being able to support families through times of loss and sadness is something he finds deeply meaningful and fulfilling.

Please join us in showing appreciation for a true gentleman who has dedicated over 45 years to caring for families during some of the most difficult moments in their lives. We are extremely grateful for your dedication, compassion, and ongoing commitment to the families of Stone here at Price and Stubbs Funeral Directors.

Thank you, Barry, for everything you have done and continue to do 🎩👏💛

National Association of Funeral Directors British Institute of Funeral Directors