The Liverpool ECHO has published tributes and funeral notices for 19 individuals this week, a longstanding tradition that allows families to celebrate the lives of loved ones and share details of funerals, fundraising, and flowers. Among those remembered are Mary Collier, Michael Paul Dunne, and Veronica Collier.
Norma Ashton
Norma Ashton (née Martin) passed away on June 20, 2026, at Promenade Care Home surrounded by her family. She was a devoted daughter of the late Helen and Roy Martin, much-loved mum to Clare, deeply missed grandma of Rebekah and Jessika, and proud great-grandma to Hollie and Sophie. A private funeral service will be held on July 6, 2026, at Eden Chapel. Donations are being accepted for Southport Centre for the Deaf.
George Barnard
George Barnard, known as Barney, died peacefully in hospital at age 79, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife Jan and daughter Shelley. His funeral will be held at St Columba's Church, Anfield, on July 2 at 10:45 am, followed by burial at Anfield Cemetery. Family flowers only; donations to Cancer Research UK are welcome.
Jeanette Beaumont
Jeanette Beaumont (née Barlow), known as Nettie, passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 8, 2026, at age 72. She was a loving mother, nan, sister, aunt, and friend. Her funeral will be held on June 29 at Springwood Crematorium.
Ann Bolton
Ann Bolton (née Colquitt) died at Woodlands Hospice on June 11, 2026, after a long illness. She was the beloved wife of Mike and cherished mother of Michael, Daniel, Liam, Rachel, and Jennifer. A Requiem Mass will be held on July 3 at St Robert Bellarmine RC Church, Bootle, followed by cremation. Donations are requested for Woodlands Hospice.
Leslie Anthony Brandwood
Leslie Brandwood (Les) passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026, at age 88, surrounded by family. He was a much-loved husband to Mary for 67 years, father to Tony, Angela, Shirley, and Kerry. His funeral will be on July 10 at West Lancs Crematorium. Donations to Woodland Manor Care Home are welcome.
John Cain
John Cain died peacefully at home on June 7, 2026, at age 83. He was a loving husband of the late Maureen, devoted dad, grandad, and brother. A Requiem Mass will be held on July 1 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel, followed by cremation at Springwood Rosemary Chapel.
Dennis Cansfield
Dennis Cansfield passed peacefully on June 10, 2026, at age 76. His funeral will be on July 1 at Walton Lea Crematorium. Donations to Halton Haven Hospice are welcome.
Veronica Collier
Veronica Collier (Ron) died peacefully on June 18, 2026, in Broadgreen. She was the beloved wife of Steve, devoted mum to Suzie and Leanne, and much-loved granny of Max, Finn, Sophia, and Amelia. A Funeral Mass will be held on June 29 at Christ the King Church, followed by cremation at Springwood Crematorium.
Mary Collier
Mary Collier (née Gregory) passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026, at age 88. She was a charming and loyal mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. A celebration of her life will be held on July 9 at St Anthony of Padua Church, followed by interment at Allerton Cemetery. Family flowers only.
Richard John Hewson Coward
Richard Coward, loving husband of Emma and father of Hannah, died peacefully. His funeral will be on July 1 at St Peter's Church, Heswall, followed by private committal at Landican Crematorium. Donations to Change a Child's Life are welcome.
Beverley Crellin
Beverley Crellin (née Hansen) passed away on June 11, 2026, at age 63. She was a dearly loved wife of Roy, loving mum of Kirsty, Leah, Erika, and Sian. A service will be held on July 3 at St Andrews Church, Clubmoor, followed by cremation at Anfield Crematorium. Donations to Sickle Cell Society are welcome.
Nicolas Donato Curcio
Nicolas Curcio died on June 8, 2026, at age 98. His funeral will be on July 1 at Landican Crematorium.
Maureen Veronica Curran
Maureen Curran died on June 16, 2026, at age 85. She was the beloved wife of John, much-loved mum of Susan, Debbie, John, and reunited with her son Kevin. A funeral service will be held on July 6 at Springwood Crematorium. Donations to Zoe's Place are welcome.
Cecilia Douglas
Cecilia Douglas (Ronan) passed away peacefully at home at age 89. Her funeral will be on June 29 at St Mary's Church, Woolton, followed by interment at Allerton Cemetery.
Michael Paul Dunne
Michael Paul Dunne (Mick) passed suddenly at home on June 14, 2026, at age 59. He was a loving son to Betty and Tony (deceased), devoted dad to Emma, Michael, and Rachel, and dear grandad to 10 grandchildren. A Requiem Mass will be held on July 1 at St Johns Church, Kirkdale, followed by committal at Anfield Crematorium. Donations to Me 2 U Centre are welcome.
Francis Paul Eagle
Francis Eagle (Frank) died peacefully at home after a long battle with cancer at age 69. He is survived by his wife Anne, children Lindsey and Phil, and grandchildren. His funeral will be on June 30 at St Mary's Church, West Derby, followed by burial at Yew Tree Cemetery.
Donald Fitzsimmons
Donald Fitzsimmons died peacefully on June 11, 2026, at age 85. He was the beloved husband of Shirley, father of Mark, Richard, Peter, and David. Funeral arrangements are pending through George Bell Funeral Service.
Colin Francis Flynn
Colin Flynn died suddenly at home at age 43. He was reunited with his mum Christine. His funeral will be on July 2 at Thornton Crematorium. Family flowers only.
Joan Gray
Joan Gray (née Hindle) died peacefully after a short illness at Aintree Hospital. She is survived by her husband Dave, daughters Joanne, Carly, and Lauren, and grandchildren. Her funeral will be on July 2 at St Mary's Walton On The Hill Church, followed by committal at Anfield Crematorium. Donations to Endometrial Cancer GRACE CHARITY are welcome.
