William Houghton Funeral Directors

William Houghton Funeral Directors William Houghton funeral directors. A family owned, independent funeral service supporting the communities of Longridge, Fulwood, Ingol and surrounding areas.

FOREMANELIZABETH‘BETT’Who passed away peacefully on Sunday 30th August, aged 88 years.The loving wife of the late Alec, ...
03/09/2026

FOREMAN
ELIZABETH
‘BETT’

Who passed away peacefully on Sunday 30th August, aged 88 years.

The loving wife of the late Alec, the much-loved mum of Tracey (deceased), Rob & Mira, a cherished sister of Douglas & Marianne and a treasured ‘Momo’ to Morgan.

Bett’s funeral service will take place at Preston Crematorium on Tuesday 15th September at 1.30 pm.

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, 259 Garstang Road, Fulwood. Tel: 01772 788020.

LIVESEYJOEWho passed away peacefully on Tuesday 25th August, aged 70 years.The much-loved husband of Sharon, loving dad ...
01/09/2026

LIVESEY
JOE

Who passed away peacefully on Tuesday 25th August, aged 70 years.

The much-loved husband of Sharon, loving dad of Annie & Peter, cherished father-in-law of Tamsin, a proud grandad to Elsie & Logan and a good friend to many.

Joe’s funeral will take place at Preston Crematorium on Thursday 10th September at 12.45 pm.

Family flowers only please and donations in Joe’s memory may be made to Bowland Pennine Mountain Rescue Team via the following link:
https://joelivesey.muchloved.com/

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, Chapel Hill, Longridge. Tel: 01772 782291.

SCOTTTARQUIN Who passed away at home on Thursday 20th August, aged 62 years. The much-loved brother of Louise, Hilary & ...
28/08/2026

SCOTT
TARQUIN

Who passed away at home on Thursday 20th August, aged 62 years.

The much-loved brother of Louise, Hilary & Quentin (deceased), the cherished uncle of Jozanda & Jonathan and the proud great-uncle of Nelly, Jasper, Barney, Jensen & Olive.

Tarquin was a beloved character, known for his love of music and drama and was a treasured member of The Whitechapel Players for many years.

A celebration of Tarquin’s life will take place at Preston Crematorium on Tuesday 15th September at 11.30am.

Donations in memory of Tarquin, if so desired, may be made to The Friends of Winkley Square, via the funeral director.

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, Chapel Hill, Longridge. Tel: 01772 782291.

SAMUELHELENPassed away peacefully on 12th August, aged 74 years.Following a recent family committal, a celebration of He...
27/08/2026

SAMUEL
HELEN

Passed away peacefully on 12th August, aged 74 years.

Following a recent family committal, a celebration of Helen’s life will take place on Friday 4th September at 2.00 pm at Grimsargh Village Hall.

A light buffet, tea and coffee will be provided for anyone who would like to attend.

KIRKHAMJOHN JAMESPassed away peacefully at home on Monday 24th August, aged 82 years.The loving husband of Ruth, much lo...
26/08/2026

KIRKHAM
JOHN JAMES

Passed away peacefully at home on Monday 24th August, aged 82 years.

The loving husband of Ruth, much loved dad of Graham, Angela & Katy, a proud grandad of Shaun, Michael, Jasmine, Isla, & Harley and a cherished great-grandad to Charlie.

Following a private family interment, a celebration of John’s life will take place at Inglewhite Church on Wednesday 9th September at 12.00 noon.

Family flowers only please and donations in John’s memory may be made to Heartbeat via the following link:
https://john-james-kirkham.muchloved.com/

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, Chapel Hill, Longridge. Tel: 01772 782291.

WATSONMichael Francis MBEDied 12th August, aged 98 years.A Requiem Mass will take place at St Thomas the Apostle, Claugh...
25/08/2026

WATSON
Michael Francis MBE

Died 12th August, aged 98 years.

A Requiem Mass will take place at St Thomas the Apostle, Claughton on Wednesday 2nd September at 11.00 am.

Family flowers only please and donations if desired may be made to St John’s Ambulance via the Funeral Director.

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, Chapel Hill, Longridge. Tel: 01772 782291.
email: [email protected]

BROWNDOREEN(nee Knowles)Passed away peacefully on Friday 14th August at Royal Preston Hospital aged 96 years.A much love...
25/08/2026

BROWN
DOREEN
(nee Knowles)

Passed away peacefully on Friday 14th August at Royal Preston Hospital aged 96 years.

A much loved mother, sister, nanna and great-nanna.

A Funeral service will be held for Doreen on Monday 7th September, 3.00pm at Preston Crematorium.

Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to 'St. Catherine's Hospice' via the Funeral Director.

Following the funeral service a wake will be held at Greenlands Labour Club, 4 Chatburn Road, Ribbleton.

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, 259 Garstang Road, Fulwood. 01772 788020

BARRPETERWho died peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Thursday 20th August, aged 67 years. Dearly loved husba...
25/08/2026

BARR
PETER

Who died peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Thursday 20th August, aged 67 years. Dearly loved husband of Sue, loving father of Chris and Andy, father in law of Andrea and Rebecca, much loved grandad of Mila, Hailey, John, Dougie, Jos and Leia, beloved son of Mary and the late John, dear brother of John and Lisa and a sadly missed brother in law, uncle and friend.

The funeral service will take place at St. Mary's RC Church, Chipping on Thursday 3rd September 2026 at 11.00am, prior to a private interment at Lee House, Church of St. William of York, Thornley.

Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to 'Pancreatic Cancer Action'. Donations may be made and gift aided via this link - https://peter-barr-1959-2026.muchloved.com/

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, Chapel Hill, Longridge. Tel 01772 782291

SOPER (nee LIVINGSTONE)IRENEWho died unexpectedly at home on Wednesday 19th August, aged 76 years.Loving mum of Russell,...
24/08/2026

SOPER (nee LIVINGSTONE)
IRENE

Who died unexpectedly at home on Wednesday 19th August,
aged 76 years.
Loving mum of Russell, Alastair and Neil, a dear mother-in-law, much loved Grandma of Sam, Joshua, Olivia, Emma, Corinne, Alana & Iris and a dearly loved sister.

The funeral service will take place at Preston Crematorium on Thursday 3rd September at 12.00noon.

No black clothing necessary, colourful clothing preferred.

Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to British Heart Foundation. Donations may be made and gift-aided via this link - https://irenesoper.muchloved.com/

All enquiries to William Houghton Funeral Directors, Chapel Hill, Longridge. Tel 01772 782291

PLATTEDWARD'TED'The family of the late Edward 'Ted' Platt would like to sincerely thank everyone for their cards, messag...
24/08/2026

PLATT
EDWARD
'TED'

The family of the late Edward 'Ted' Platt would like to sincerely thank everyone for their cards, messages of condolence, Mass offerings and generous donations to the Rosemere Cancer Foundation and North West Air Ambulance charities in memory of Edward.

The family sends special thanks to all the staff at Longridge Hall, Lucy Barnes and the District Nurses for their compassionate care of Edward over the last 5 years. To Father Tim Curtis for his kind ministrations. To Mrs Linda Hardman for the beautiful floral tribute and Longridge Golf Club for the refreshments.

To Tom and everyone at William Houghton Funeral Directors, thank you for the professional, caring and dignified arrangements for dad.

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Preston
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