Passed away peacefully at the Woodlands on 23rd November 2022 aged 96 years of Kingsway, Church. The devoted wife of the late Roy, loving mother of Barbara and Pam, dear mother-in-law of Alan and David, cherished and adored grandma of Cassie, Steven, Sam, Matthew, Gemma and Beth, great-grandma of Archie, Max, Theo, Jasmin, Aubrey, Evie, Millie and Poppy.

Born and  bred in Clayton, Kath was the most doting family lady who always put her family first and always looked forward to getting together for a family gathering. She was a loving mum and grandma who adored each of her grandchildren. A former member of St James’  Church Clayton and later a member of All Saints Church and the pastoral auxiliary and gave much of her time to visiting fellow members of the church in their own homes. Kath always gave herself freely to others and for over fifty years she ran the Forget Me Not Club in Clayton-le-Moors, proving a friendly safe haven for the local elderly population.

Donations can be made in memory of Barbara on behalf of The Leprosy Mission. To make a donation please click the ‘Make A Donation’ button at the bottom of this page or send the the funeral home.

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Kaye Turner

It was a privilege and pleasure to look after your mum in the brief time she needed help.

Jeff and Mary Walmsley

Sending love and condolences to all the family

Stephen Foster

So sorry I couldn’t be there on Friday. X

Gwen John Matthew Daniel and Families

Sending our love and prayers to Pam David Steven Cassie and Gemma. A lovely lady who will be remembered with fondness and affection. Rest in peace Kath and rise in glory

Joyce Mills

A Wonderful mother grandma and great grandmother RIP

Lorraine Greaves (was Martin)

‘Kath’: we are sending our deepest sympathy to Kath’s family. My dad Bernard worked for Kath’s husband Roy. They were a lovely couple and I have happy memories of visiting them in Maple Street, they was welcoming and kind. Rest in peace Kath, reunited with Roy.

Pat Eddleston

Lovely lady sadly missed RIP x

Alan and Vera Walker

Kath was our dear friend and neighbour for many years and it was a pleasure to know her. Always a welcome when we called for a chat and offer any help. Loved by many. Rest in Peace dear Kath we will miss you. Sincere condolences to all Kaths family.