The lost loved ones among Lancashire Post and Chorley Guardian death notices this week (Oct 26 - 31)
These announcements have been published in the Lancashire Post and Chorley Guardian between October 26 to 31, 2026.
Every week, Lancashire residents say their final farewells to family members, friends, colleagues and neighbours.
Each person leaves behind memories, loved ones and a place in the communities they called home.
Here are the death notices that have been announced in the pages of the Lancashire Post and Chorley Guardian over the past week.
These notices are available along with others online via https://www.legacy.com/uk/obituaries/lep-uk/browse
Below are the messages from loved ones along with details of any funeral service arrangements.
Thomas Oakes
Published in the Lancashire Post on October 30, 2026
AKES Thomas (Tom)
Tom died peacefully on October 24, 2026 at his home after a short illness, aged 83 years.
The dearly beloved husband of Glenys, much loved dad of Ian, father-in-law of Michelle and dear grandad to Harriet, Arthur and Lottie.
The funeral service will be held at Charnock Richard Crematorium on Thursday, November 19, at 11:30am.
Family flowers only, please.
Any donations, if desired will be gratefully received on behalf of St Catherine's Hospice.
All enquiries to David Cowburn Funerals, 147 Towngate, Leyland, PR25 2LH. Tel. 01772 457 887.
John McMenemy
Published in the Lancashire Post on October 29, 2026
McMENEMY John Patrick
John died on Wednesday October 21, 2026, aged 84 years.
His funeral service is to be held atSt Gregory's RC Church on Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 10:15am, followed by committal at Preston Cemetery.
All enquiries to McKenna's Funeralcare, 54-56 Meadow Street, Preston. Tel: 01772 251694.
Janice Chamberlain
Published in the Lancashire Post on October 27, 2026
Chamberlain Janice
Passed away peacefully in hospital on October 3, 2026, aged 84 years.
Much loved by family and friends.
Will be sadly missed by all who knew her.
Janice's funeral service is to take place at Charnock Richard Crematorium on Friday, October 30, 2026 at 10:30am
All enquiries to Chorley Co-op Funeralcare. Tel. 01257 260075.
William Dean
Published in the Lancashire Post on October 27, 2026
Dean William
It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Bill, aged 94. Beloved husband of 69 years to Madeline, and a dear Uncle and friend. Born in Glasgow and resident of Preston for most of his life, Bill was a quiet, gentle, and resilient man who will be sadly missed by family in the UK, Italy, Australia, and his many friends.
Service at Charnock Richard Crematorium, Monday, November 2, at 2:30pm.
David Dunwoody
Published in the Chorley Guardian on October 27, 2026
Dunwoody David Joseph Christopher
David died suddenly in Crete on September 22, 2026 aged 71 years.
Beloved husband of Gillian, devoted father of Sara and a dearly loved brother of Allan and brother-in-law of Kath.
Funeral Service will be held at Euxton Parish Church on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 11:00am followed by interment at Chorley Cemetery.
Family flowers only please.
Donations, if desired to Cancer Research UK c/o the family.
All enquiries to Messrs B. Livesey Ltd. Tel: 01257 262602.
Dorothy Fairclough
Published in the Chorley Guardian on October 27, 2026
(Dot)
Passed away peacefully at Springfield Nursing Home, Coppull on October 17, 2026, aged 91 years.
Requiem Mass and Interment to be held at St. Gregory's R.C Church, Chorley on Friday, November 6, at 10.30am.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to St. Catherine's Hospice.
Enq. Meridian Funeral Home. Tel. 01257 234377.
John Holt
Published in the Chorley Guardian on October 27, 2026
Holt John Christopher Wordsworth
Passed away peacefully on October 17, 2026, aged 83 years.
Dearly loved husband.
Loving Father and dear Opi.
Funeral Service to be held on Friday, November 6, 2026 at 2.30pm at Charnock Richard Crematorium.
Family flowers only, donations if desired to Heartbeat.
Enq Carl & Brett Kenyon, Meridian Funeral Home. 01257 234377.