Twice a week, the Liverpool ECHO upholds a long-standing tradition of publishing tributes to loved ones who have passed away. This week, we honor 16 individuals whose lives touched many. From peaceful passings at home to hospital farewells, each notice celebrates a unique journey. Our condolences go out to all families and friends during this difficult time.
Funeral Notices and Tributes
These announcements provide a platform for families to share memories, express gratitude to care teams, and inform the community about funeral arrangements, fundraising, and floral tributes. Below is a selection of notices published in the paper this week.
Elizabeth Loveless
(Lizzie) Passed away peacefully on 9th May 2026, aged 70. Beloved Mum, Wife, Auntie, Sister, and cherished friend. Lizzie found joy in simple moments—tea, laughter, kindness. Funeral at St George's Roman Catholic Church, Maghull on 10th June 2026 at 11:00am, followed by committal at West Lancashire Crematorium at 12:30pm. Donations to Dementia UK, The Salvation Army, or The Donkey Sanctuary. Enquiries: Andrew Roughley Independent Funeral Directors, 13-14 Central Square, Maghull L31 0AE, Tel: 0151 433 8820.
Kathleen Elizabeth Malone
13th May 2026, passed away peacefully at home aged 92. Reunited with husband Sidney. Devoted Mum to Philip and Martin, mother-in-law to Janna and Louise, special Nan. Funeral Mass on 17th June at St. Monica's Church at 12:00pm, interment at Thornton Garden of Rest. Enquiries: Peter Coyne Funeral Service, 134-140 Stanley Road, Kirkdale L5 7QQ, Tel: 0151 207 0222.
Margaret McKenna
(Née Moran) (Mary) 16th May 2026, peacefully in her sleep aged 88. Beloved wife of Jack (deceased), mum of Paul, Ian, Nick, sister, grandmother, great grandmother. Requiem Mass at Our Lady of Walsingham Church on 11th June at 11:00am, burial at Thornton Garden of Rest. Donations to Alzheimer's Society.
Doreen McNicholas
(Née Reay) 23rd May 2026, peacefully aged 85. Reunited with husband Jimmy. Mum of Iain, nan of Liam and Lydia, mother-in-law of Paula. Funeral at St Patrick's Church on 16th June at 12 noon, cremation at Springwood Crematorium at 1pm. Donations to Clatterbridge Cancer Care. Enquiries: Richard & Shannon Jenkins Family Funeral Directors, 3 Allerton Road, Mossley Hill L18 1LG, Tel: 01513 184660.
Joan Constance Moore
(Joanne) Passed away peacefully on 25th May 2026, aged 89. Beloved Mum to Wayne, Sue, Colette, Tony, Julie, mother-in-law, Nan, sister, wife to Ray, partner to Roy. Service at Springwood Crematorium on 12th June at 12pm, followed at Heath Hall. Donations to Multiple Sclerosis Society. Enquiries: Peter Coyne Funeral Service, 134-140 Stanley Road, Kirkdale L5 7QQ, Tel: 0151 207 0222.
Ronald Murphy
Entered into rest 18.05.2026, aged 82. Reunited with beloved Anne and sister Rita. Funeral at St Teresa's Church on 09.06.2026 at 11am, committal at Anfield Crematorium at 12 noon. Donations to The Salvation Army. Enquiries: Coyne Brothers, 172 Lower House Lane L11 2SH, Tel: 0151 226 0123.
Alan John Ockleshaw
27th May 2026, passed away in hospital surrounded by family. Devoted dad of Natalie, Stephen, Kelly, Ryan, loving grandad. Funeral at Springwood Crematorium on 11th June at 10am. Donations to Pulmonary Fibrosis Trust. Enquiries: Thomas Porter & Sons, Tel: 0151 427 4482.
Rosemary Ann Poole
22nd May 2026, peacefully aged 82. Reunited with husband Mike. Mum of Nicola, Lisa, Andrew, Becky, grandma, sister. Requiem Mass at Bishop Eton Church on 22nd June at 12 noon, cremation at Springwood Crematorium at 1:30pm. Donations to Alder Hey Children's Charity. Enquiries: Richard & Shannon Jenkins, 3 Allerton Road, Mossley Hill L18 1LG, Tel: 01513 184660.
Ann Purcell
Remembered by her dancing mate Margy, Ally, and the Boden family. Gorgeous sister of May, Joan (dec), Arthur (dec), precious auntie of Christine, Stephen, Gary.
James Patrick Reardon
11th May 2026, aged 88. Son Stephen, daughter-in-law Kerrie, grandson Shea. Husband 'Jimbo' of 62 years to Molly. Father of Donna, Paul, and family. Requiem Mass at All Saints RC Church on 10th June at 12:30pm, cremation at Anfield Crematorium at 1:20pm. Wake at The Derry Social Club.
John William Reppion
(Jack) Passed on 15th May 2026. Retired Ambulance Officer. Dad to Gem, Ste, Dan, father-in-law, grandad to Lola, Bonnie, Charlie. Requiem Mass at All Saints RC Church on 10th June at 12:30pm, cremation at Anfield Crematorium at 1:20pm.
Catherine Seasman
21st May 2026, aged 81, peacefully at home. Wife of Terry, mum, nanna. Funeral mass on 25th June at St. Oswalds Church at 10:00am, burial in Yew Tree Cemetery. Enquiries: Craven Funeral Directors, Broadgreen Road, Old Swan L13 5SG, Tel: 0151 228 3900.
Thomas Shea
(Tommy) Passed away suddenly aged 69. Adored by Pat, dad to Tony, Nastashya, Kristy, grandad. Funeral on 16th June at SS Peter and Paul's church at 11am, committal at Thornton Crematorium, wake at Firwood Waterloo Rugby Club. Family flowers only. Enquiries: Barringtons Funeral Services, 28 Crosby Road North, Waterloo L22 4QF, Tel: 0151 928 1625.
Maureen Sixsmith
(Mo) 23rd May 2026, peacefully in hospital aged 82. Wife to Jim, mum to Darren, grandma, great grandma. Funeral at Anfield Crematorium on 9th June at 11:20am. Donations to Cleft Palate U.K. Enquiries: Thomas McMullan Funeral Services, The Valley Lodge Funeral Home, Borough Road, Birkenhead CH42 9JE, Tel: 0151 653 4173.
Frances Taylor
Passed away peacefully on 2nd May aged 88 at Whiston Hospital. Wife of late John, mum to Stephen, Keith, late John, mother-in-law, friend. Celebration of life on 12th June at 1:00pm in Rosemary Chapel, Springwood Crematorium. Family flowers only. Enquiries: Debbie Bennett Funeral Directors, 3A Station Road, Rainhill L35 0LL, Tel: 0151 426 3131 option 2.
Anne White
Peacefully aged 86. Forever loved and missed. Funeral on 17th June at St Anthony's RC Church at 11am, committal at Anfield Crematorium at 12 noon. Enquiries: Desmond Bannon & Sons, John Rotheram House, Eldonian Village, Burlington Street L3 6LG, Tel: 0151 298 2066.
