The Liverpool ECHO has published 17 tributes and funeral notices this week, honoring loved ones including Sidney O'Brien, Ralph Kelly, and Sheila Wareing. The announcements, a long-standing tradition in the local press, allow families to celebrate lives and share funeral details.
Walter John Griffiths
Walter John Griffiths, known as Wally, died peacefully in hospital aged 87, surrounded by family. He was a devoted husband to May and is survived by daughters Denise and Wendy, son Stuart, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. His funeral will be held on 9 July 2026 at SS Peter and Paul Church, Crosby, at 12 noon, followed by interment at Bootle cemetery. Family flowers only; donations to Cancer Research. Enquiries to David Clegg Independent Funeral Service.
Peter Vincent Hamilton
Peter Vincent Hamilton, also known as Amo, passed away, leaving behind a large family. His funeral will be at St. Helen's Crematorium on 30 June at 2pm, with refreshments at RAFA Club, Huyton. Family flowers only. Enquiries to Debbie Bennett Funeral Directors.
Ralph Kelly
Ralph Kelly, born 13 August 1934, died 6 June 2026 at Willow Gardens Care Home, Bootle. He was a loving husband to Ann and an uncle to many. His funeral will be on 29 June 2026 at St Francis De Sales RC Church, followed by committal at Thornton Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations to Jospice.
Gillian Knowles
Gillian Knowles, aged 86, died in hospital surrounded by family. She will be missed by Malcolm, Claire, Jessica, and colleagues from the LMS and LMRCA. Her funeral will be on 8 July at St. Michael's Church, Garston, followed by cremation at Springwood Crematorium. Flowers welcomed, especially fuchsias and roses; donations to Coeliac UK.
Robert Ronald Marshall
Robert Ronald Marshall, known as Ron, died peacefully at home aged 91 after a short illness. His funeral will be on 6 July at St Mark's Parish Church, Scarisbrick. Family flowers only; donations to St Mark's Parish Church or Prostate Cancer UK.
John Henry McGuiness
John Henry McGuiness died peacefully at home aged 69. He is survived by partner Marie, children Lee and Sophie, grandchildren, and siblings. Funeral on 1 July at St Anthony's Church, followed by committal at Anfield Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations to Cancer Research.
Margaret Patricia McVay
Margaret Patricia McVay, known as Pat, died peacefully at home in Probus, Cornwall, aged 89. She was born in Liverpool and is survived by children Tim and Rebecca. Funeral on 1 July at Penmount Crematorium, Truro. Family flowers only; donations to Ella's Memory via memorygiving.com.
Sidney O'Brien
Sidney O'Brien, known as Sid, died peacefully at home on 9 June 2026 aged 79. He was a beloved husband to Margy and father to Jimmy, Lisa, Sean, Justin, and Nicky. His funeral will be on 3 July 2027 at St. Joseph and St. Lawrence RC Church, Kirkby, followed by committal at GreenAcres Rainford.
Stella O'Donnell
Stella O'Donnell died peacefully on 4 June 2026. Her funeral will be on 1 July at St Francis of Assisi Church, Garston, followed by committal at Yew Tree Cemetery. The family invites those who knew her to Liverpool Cricket Club afterwards.
Trevor John Owens
Trevor John Owens died peacefully at Whiston Hospital on 14 June 2026 aged 84. He was a devoted husband to Elsie and father to Suzanne, Debbie, and Andrew. Funeral on 6 July at Widnes Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations to Kidney Research UK.
Paul John Pears
Paul John Pears died suddenly on 7 June 2026 aged 49. He was a beloved son of Christine and Paul and partner of Jane. Funeral on 26 June at Springwood Crematorium. Family flowers only.
Lawrence Patrick Russell
Lawrence Patrick Russell, known as Lol, died peacefully on 3 June 2026 at Aintree Hospital aged 72. He was a devoted husband to Teresa and a father and grandfather. His funeral will be on 24 June at St John's RC Church, followed by burial at Ford Cemetery. Family flowers only; donations to British Heart Foundation.
Thomas Henry Wade
Thomas Henry Wade, known as Tommy, died peacefully surrounded by family aged 87. He was a devoted husband to Jean and father to David and Colin. Funeral on 9 July at Thornton Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations to St Joseph's Hospice.
Francis Joseph Wafer
Francis Joseph Wafer, known as Frank, died on 9 June aged 84. He was a treasured husband to Peggy and father to Alan, Bluey, Marita, and Joe. Requiem Mass on 2 July at St Alberts Church, followed by committal at Anfield Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations to Alzheimer's Society.
Ray Walker
Ray Walker passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family. His funeral will be on 1 July at Springwood Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations to Walton Lea Partnership or Headway Brain Injury Charity.
Sheila Wareing
Sheila Wareing died peacefully at Loxley Hall Care Home aged 83. She was a former teacher in Liverpool for over 40 years. Funeral on 2 July at Widnes Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations to RNLI.
James John Wilson
James John Wilson, known as Jim, died aged 86. He was a devoted husband to his late wife Joan and father to Nicola and Colin. Funeral on 15 July at Landican Crematorium. Family flowers only; donations to Wirral Hospice St John's.
