Obituaries in Crewe

Michael passed away at the Countess of Chester Hospital on Wednesday 1st January 2025, aged 82 years.

Michael will be sadly missed by his family, friends and all at St. Thomas of Canterbury Church.

Funeral service to take place on Tuesday 11th March 2025 at 1.30pm at St. Thomas of Canterbury Church, Cheyney Road, Chester followed by Committal at Chester Crematorium.

Michael McMullen was a cultured man with an almost Victorian/ Edwardian approach to life. I met him as we were both members of the congregation at St Thomas’ Church in Chester.
He had a small group of family and friends who he appreciated greatly. He was very proud of his brothers David and James and their scholarly achievements in Cambridge and Oxford.
He had a wealth of stories about his time working overseas. One example being his time as a copy writer in New Zealand in the 1960s.
Later in life he had taken on a gothic style castle in Tullamore, Republic of Ireland and undertook extensive restoration work of the site which dated back to the 17th century.
Charleville Castle has been used for movie location work (Northanger Abbey, Becoming Jane etc) and is a noted Irish building.
Michael moved to Chester in the 1980/90s. He travelled frequently to Ireland to attend to business matters. He was determined in his business affairs and would pursue matters in a single minded way. He is the only man I know who has taken a country (Ireland) to an international court (ECHR).
He had a great knowledge of antiques and would take a keen interest in auctions and the general antiques’ market.
Whilst I knew him he lived a fiercely independent life. He often put me to shame in his ability to travel to Ireland or in this country despite his increasing mobility issues.
He was the last man I knew to wear a fedora as an everyday hat rather than an affectation.
I will miss him.

I wish to express my condolences to Michael’s family, following his recent passing. My father Victor Mitchell and I were business and personal friends of Michael’s, from the time that he came to Ireland to live.

Michael was a familiar figure at our auction rooms in the past. And I got the opportunity to meet him again more recently, not long before he returned to live in England. He was a unique and very knowledgeable person. We are sorry that we wont have the opportunity to meet him again. May Michael RIP

The Harty Family have been entrusted with the arrangements for Michael, all enquiries to:

Hartys of Chester Family Funeral Directors,
14 Queens Park View,

Handbridge,
Chester,
CH4 7BU

(01244) 421 214

Rose passed away at the Countess of Chester Hospital on Monday 24th February 2025, aged 67 years with her children by her side.

A Loving Mum to Tracy and Mark. Mother-in-Law to Tim and Kurt. Cherished Grandma Rose to Amelia. An Amazing, Kind, Generous friend to so many.

Rose will be dearly missed by all her family and friends.

The Harty Family have been entrusted with the arrangements for Rose, all enquiries to:

Hartys of Chester Family Funeral Directors,
14 Queens Park View,

Handbridge,
Chester,
CH4 7BU

(01244) 421 214

Guy peacefully passed away at home on Tuesday 4th March 2025 aged 67 years.

Dearly Beloved Son to Joy. Brother to Jill and Brother-in-Law to David.

Guy will be greatly missed by all.

Funeral Service and Committal to take place on Friday 4th April 2025 at 11:20am at Chester Crematorium.

I worked with Guy in the early 1980’s and think about him often, he was a uniquely special person. I’m very sorry for your loss.

The Harty Family have been entrusted with the arrangements for Guy, all enquiries to:

Hartys of Chester Family Funeral Directors,
14 Queens Park View,

Handbridge,
Chester,
CH4 7BU

(01244) 421 214

Alastair passed away at the Countess of Chester Hospital on Saturday 1st March 2025, aged 87 years. 

Beloved Husband to Kathleen. A Much Loved Dad to Gary and Michael. Cherished Grandfather to Manya and Sam. 

Alastair will be dearly missed by all of his family and friends. 

Funeral service and Committal to take place at Vale Royal Crematorium on Tuesday 1st April 2025 at 2:00pm.

The Harty Family have been entrusted with the arrangements for Alastair, all enquiries to:

Hartys of Chester Family Funeral Directors,
14 Queens Park View,
Handbridge,
Chester,
CH4 7BU

(01244) 421 214

Shirley, peacefully passed away at home on Sunday 6th April 2025, aged 87 years.
A Loving Mum to Chris. Shirley will be missed by all.

Funeral service and Committal to take place at Chester Crematorium on Wednesday 23rd April 2025 at 11:20am.

Dear Chris,
So very sorry to hear about your Mum. We didn’t know anything until today. We would have come to the funeral to pay our respects.
With our heartfelt sympathy.
Jean and Phil

The Harty Family have been entrusted with the arrangements for Shirley, all enquiries to:

Hartys of Chester Family Funeral Directors,
14 Queens Park View,

Handbridge,
Chester,
CH4 7BU

(01244) 421 214

Peacefully passed away at the Hospice of the Good Shepherd on Tuesday 29th April 2025, aged 77 years. 

Kevin leaves behind his Daughters Helen, Louise, and Claire. 

Kevin was a Father-in-Law to Will, David and Alex, Cherished Grandpa to Jamie, Harry, Benji, Indy, Arthur and Lucy. A Dear Brother to Roger and Ian.

A Celebration of Kevin’s life will take place on Wednesday 28th May 2025 at 11:20am at Chester Crematorium, followed by light refreshments at The Rake, Huntington.

If you are unable to attend, Kevin’s service can also be viewed online. Please see the details below.

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Legend is a word used too much but Kev really was one. He could fix anything, was generous and authentic.
I remember our times in EL Salvador fondly. The world will truly miss someone of Kev’s calibre.

I had pleasure working with Kevin in ABB in Moscow. I will always remember his kindness, cheerful spirit and supportive and positive attitude. Kevin will be truly missed. My sincere condolences.

Big Kev, rest in peace! You were a legend in El Salvador, bringing smiles to so many people and always so community minded. It was a pleasure to cross your path.

And so farewell my true and close friend. Deeply respected by me and all who knew you. Your passing is already sorely missed.

Ye’ll tak the low road and I’ll tak the high road
But ye’ll be in Pen-Y-Ffrith afore me.

Only just learned that Kevin has passed on and feel quite shattered by the news. A great friend whose company was always a joy. I’ll miss you mate.

To Helen, Louise and Claire, I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was such a great character. My thoughts are with you. Love Jolene x

Kev – you were the best of mates for 60 years – teenagers to ‘ol duffers – a lifetime of great memories in so many places around the world, instantly picking up where we left off – I’ll miss you like a brother
Pete

remembering you .thank you for the memories,

We are so sad to hear of Kevin’s passing. Kevin was such a joy and supportive person with all our family and we will truely miss him. We are so grateful for the times we had and will treasure our memories always.
Sending love to Claire, Helen, Louise and all of your families.

I am so very saddened to find out that Kevin has passed on, and I send heartfelt condolences to his friends and family. He was very kind, easy going, generous and good natured, was I’m sure a great teacher, an inspiring role-model, a wonderful father, partner, grandfather, and was so knowledgeable and interesting to talk to. He happily offered use of his land to host a nature conservation project up on the Denbigh Moors 10 years ago. I wanted to contact him to update him what happened, but it sadly wasn’t to be. He is greatly missed.
RIP Kevin

Miss you and Jo so much . Such great friends .
Great times !
Great memories – in Armenia, in NZ and in Scotland . THE BEST . P X X X

The Harty Family have been entrusted with the arrangements for Kevin, all enquiries to:

Hartys of Chester Family Funeral Directors,
14 Queens Park View,

Handbridge,
Chester,
CH4 7BU

(01244) 421 214

Anthony passed away peacefully at the Countess of Chester Hospital on Monday 28th April 2025, aged 83 years. 

Now reunited with his Beloved Wife, Sheila and Cherished Son, Stephen.

A Dear Father to Tony, Stuart and Simon. A Loving Grandfather to Cameron, Caitlin, Cody and Freya. 

Anthony will be dearly missed by all of his family and friends.

Funeral Service and Committal to take place on Friday 23rd May 2025 at 2:00pm at Chester Crematorium.

So sad to hear of the passing of Tony , neighbours in the eighties , looked forward to meeting up over the years , Tony was always good fun with a permanent smile.

The Harty Family have been entrusted with the arrangements for Anthony, all enquiries to:

Hartys of Chester Family Funeral Directors,
14 Queens Park View,

Handbridge,
Chester,
CH4 7BU

(01244) 421 214

Passed away on Sunday 4th May 2025 aged 78 years.

Dearly loved Wife to Michael, Mum to Carolyn, 

Mother-in-Law to Royston

Grandma to Adam and Alice, Great Grandma to Sophia.

Marie will be greatly missed.

Funeral service and Committal to take place on Wednesday 21st May 10:40am at Chester Crematorium.

Marie was an amazing lady who I have so much time for.

As a manager she was so supportive and helped me shape the early part of my career quite rapidly which i will forever be grateful for.

But not only did she help shape my career, she also helped shape me as a person as I looked up to her and aspired to be just like her on both a work and personal basis. She conducted herself in such an amazing way with her infectious personality and amazing sense of humour.

And i have to admit, she did tell me off on a number of occasions, but she seen a potential in me and made sure that she unlocked it to let me and helped me to flourish.

The stories about her life, her travels and her experiences i could sit and listen to for hours. She was truly a fascinating lady.

Marie probably never knew just how much i thought of her, but i can say to her family, my life is so much better for Marie being part of it and i am so proud to say that not only was she an amazing person and manager, i am blessed that i get to call her my friend!

I would like to send my love, thoughts and deepest condolences to the family.

Andy XX

Our thoughts are with marie now a angel in heaven and our thoughts are with her family at this sad time thinking of you all xx Angela and Paul ❤️❤️

So sorry to hear of Marie’s passing. I have fond memories of our days working together at Cheshire County Council, Marie was a wonderful colleague; loyal, hard working and always positive and cheerful, whatever the circumstances.

Deepest condolences.

A lovely lady Rose and l will miss your mum ,and our mum will be there in spirit tomorrow, l am not good with words but will hug you and your family , love Lorraine xx

My deepest sympathy to you all at such a sad time.

Carolyn, I’m sure your mum will be proud of you for arranging everything so well to enable family and friends the opportunity to say a fond farewell to such a lovely lady.

We’re deeply sorry for the loss of Marie. She was a truly special person, and her kindness and warmth touched our entire family.

You will be so missed Marie by many people friends and family, to myself you was such a special person in my life , you were my aunt but more like a big sister , you helped me so much in my childhood and I have so many memories of good times we spent and the fun we had , I was there when you and Mike first start courting , there when you had Carolyn , seen your first home , watched you and Mike make a wonderful life together , remember you asking about going on a cruise as I’d been on a few , to you loving it and doing loads more than me , we talked about old time and where we had both been , I loved our chats putting the world to rights , nobody knows how much I’m going to miss you a big part of me went with you , still find it hard to believe when I was having a coffee with you days before and a giggle, love and miss you always , my heart is broken 😢 sleep peacefully you deserve it X

The Harty Family have been entrusted with the arrangements for Marie, all enquiries to:

Hartys of Chester Family Funeral Directors,
14 Queens Park View,

Handbridge,
Chester,
CH4 7BU

(01244) 421 214

Dan passed away peacefully at the Royal Liverpool Hospital on Thursday 8th May 2025, aged 78 years.

A Much Loved Brother to Eileen, Steve, John, Kevin and the late Tom.

Dan will be dearly missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral Service and Committal to take place on Friday 30th May 2025 at 1:20pm at Anfield Crematorium.

Those attending the service are invited to wear a touch of blue in honour of Dan’s love of Everton Football Club.

Dan will be taking a drive by his beloved stadium, Goodison Park on his final journey.

Thinking of my lovely Auntie, Uncles and Cousin Charlotte who have looked after Uncle Dan until his final hour. I’ll miss him speaking Deutsch and never forget his eyelids inside out trick! RIP Uncle Dan, have a pint up there with your big brother Tom xxx

Uncle Dan, what a character! Always with a story about football. Thinking of all the people who had the pleasure to have him in their lives, specially Eileen, Charlotte, Pops, all his brothers, nephews and niece’s. Rest peacefully x

The loveliest of gentleman. Always up for fun and laughs. A Great Blue.💙

My last goodbye for your final trip. So many happy memories from my time growing up with you around. From trying to teach me how to swim at New Brighton outdoor pool, to pulling me out of my first school fight, by telling me not to boot the boy while he’s still on the ground and so much more. You will be sorely missed. Your loving Nephew.

RIP Dan Always up for a laugh,Great guy,we all hold Special Memories, Especially the ones when Mum an Dad would go on Holiday. Dan would still be in bed when they got.back,Hilarious days Goodnight Dan till we meet again xxx

I met Uncle Dan in Munich, a coincidence, he was visiting friends and I was on a football trip with mufc.
Dan met all my friends and had a couple of Paulanas with us. He told us we should go to a certain restaurant but the menu was tricky to understand!. We decided he’d come show us but didn’t want to eat.
We walked in and sat down, 6 man united supporters, Dan followed us in and had changed into an Everton top. My my mates were in hysterics and all loved Dan. RIP Friend

Rest in eternal peace Dan, you’re in great company x

Eileen and family: So sorry to hear that Dan has passed, condolences to all xx

Special memories of Muriel street in the shadow of ‘the grand old lady’ loved dropping in before match to see Aunty Eileen, uncle Dan and The Gang
Dan you will be in good company with Tom and our Joe your old mate
COYB

Dear Eileen Charlotte and family
Dan will be sadly missed you are now up there with all the greats Dan rest in peace xxx

The Harty Family have been entrusted with the arrangements for Daniel, all enquiries to:

Hartys of Chester Family Funeral Directors,
14 Queens Park View,

Handbridge,
Chester,
CH4 7BU

(01244) 421 214

Peacefully passed away at Pinetum Care Home on Saturday 24th May 2025, aged 67 years.

Mallie will be dearly missed by his Wife Judith and his many friends.

In line with Mallie’s wishes, a private service will be taking place.

RIP Mally, Goldie and I haven’t seen you for a while. Fond memories of our chats at the coffee mornings and Goldie having treats from you.

Mallie you was the life of the ringers you will be sadly missed , loved winding dad Phil up we was so bad me and you 😂 always in our thoughts
Adele , Phil and all your friends at the Ringers xxxx

Deepest sympathy to Judith and all those who will miss Mallies presence in their lives. He worked hard for the benefit of others doing his utmost for Frodsham and the people who call it home.
I for one appreciate his commitment and all that he did.

Firstly Judith sincere condolences. You were always by his side. He always spoke so highly of you.
I first met Mallie a good few years ago, absolutely fell in love with his humour and personality he was such a lively guy and we had some fantastic times especially in the Red Lion many a gin shared there discussing our previous loves and lives.
We were honoured to be invited to his birthday party last year and yes it was a true Mallie style party and Judith sorted so much out for him to ensure it went well and everyone enjoyed themselves.
Mallie was a brilliant flamboyant mayor, with Judith by his side. He did a lot for Frodsham but also received a lot of criticism which was unfounded but he rose above most of it.
Love you Mallie. Xx

Thinking of all that knew and loved you Mallie. Judith you are in my thoughts, sending love and healing xx

We had some great times together as Mayors and you were always determined to include as many of the chain gang as possible. Judith has always been at your side, a true friend. Rest easy my friend, condolences to Judith and all who will miss you xx

So sorry to hear of Mallie’s death. We had wonderful times together when I was Lord Mayor of Chester. His hospitality was legendary!
Best wishes to Judith and the family, Angela x

taken too young, a passionate lion heart of a man, i understand your struggles whilst giving so much, rest in peace old friend.

The Harty Family have been entrusted with the arrangements for Mallie, all enquiries to:

Hartys of Chester Family Funeral Directors,
14 Queens Park View,

Handbridge,
Chester,
CH4 7BU

(01244) 421 214