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Helliwells Funeral Services Leading independent funeral directors since 1924.

Available to help and guide you and your family, 24 hours a day, in all aspects of your loved one's funeral with a professional and caring service. Leading independent funeral directors serving since 1924
When you choose us, you’ll benefit from the experience gained by Helliwells over 100 years. We can help you with all aspects of the funeral, from dealing with paperwork, to choosing a coffin, arr

anging transport and planning for the service and wake. Helliwells Funeral Service is an appointed representative of Golden Charter Limited trading as Golden Charter Funeral Plans which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN:965279).

The family of Elizabeth Main have asked that we share her passing with you. Elizabeth sadly passed away at Royal Blackb...
05/06/2026

The family of Elizabeth Main have asked that we share her passing with you.

Elizabeth sadly passed away at Royal Blackburn Hospital on Sunday 17th May 2026, aged 75 years.

A funeral service to celebrate Elizabeth’s life will take place at 2.30pm on Monday 8th June 2026, at Burnley Crematorium.

Family flowers only please, with donations in lieu of flowers being collected for Pendleside Hospice in Elizabeth’s memory. Donations can be left after the service, or with messages of tribute to Elizabeth online via the following link; https://elizabeth-main.muchloved.com/

All enquiries and donations c/o Helliwells Funeral Service, Stott House, Burnley Road, Colne, BB8 8LA. 01282 870898.

The family of Margaret Ann Holdsworth (Meg) have asked that we share her passing with you.Meg sadly passed away at Aired...
04/06/2026

The family of Margaret Ann Holdsworth (Meg) have asked that we share her passing with you.

Meg sadly passed away at Airedale General Hospital on Saturday 16 th May 2026, aged 74 years.

The beloved mother to Claire, loving nanna to Sophie, Oscar, Alfie and Sherri-Ann and a great friend to many, she will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

A funeral service to celebrate Meg's life will take place at 2pm on Monday 15th June 2026, at Skipton Crematorium. Those in attendance are asked to wear black with a touch of purple.

After the service, the family invites those in attendance to Colne Legion to continue to honour Meg's life and share more memories of her together.

Family flowers only please, with donations in lieu of flowers being collected for Ronald McDonald House (Jacksonville, Florida) in Meg's memory. Cash donations can be sent via post or left in the collection after the service.

Alternatively, donations, with messages of tribute to Meg, can be made online via the following link; https://margaret-holdsworth.muchloved.com/

All enquiries and cash donations c/o Helliwells Funeral, Stott House, Burnley Road, Colne, BB8 8LA. Tel : 01282 870898

The family of James Stephen Shaw have asked that we share his passing with you. James very sadly passed away at his hom...
03/06/2026

The family of James Stephen Shaw have asked that we share his passing with you.

James very sadly passed away at his home in Nelson on Wednesday, 20th May 2026, aged 36 years.

A beloved Son to Stephen, loving Brother to Mands, Billy and Zoe, and great friend to many. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

A funeral service to honour James’ life will take place at Burnley Crematorium, on Friday, 12th June 2026, at 10.45am. Those in attendance are invited to wear smart casual funeral attire.

Family flowers only please, with donations in lieu of flowers being collected for Epilepsy Action in James’ memory.

Donations can be left after the service, or with messages of tribute to James via the following link; https://james-stephen-shaw.muchloved.com/

All enquiries and donations c/o Helliwells Funeral Service, Stott House, Burnley Road, Colne, BB8 8LA. Tel: 01282 870898.

The family of John Preston Hitchin have asked that we share his passing with you. John passed away peacefully on Sunda...
29/05/2026

The family of John Preston Hitchin have asked that we share his passing with you.

John passed away peacefully on Sunday, 24th May 2026, aged 89 years.

The much-loved husband to the late Pauline, loving Dad to Ian and Marie, Grandad to Charlotte and Jonathan and a great friend to many, he will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

A funeral service to honour John’s life will take place at 10.15am on Thursday, 11th June 2026, at our Barnoldswick Chapel, (Bracewell House, Church Street, Barnoldswick, BB18 5UT) followed by a private family cremation.

After the private committal, the family invites those in attendance to Jac's, Frank Street to share more memories and stories of John's life and honour him together.

Family flowers only please, with donations in lieu of flowers being collected for Bosom Friends in John’s memory. Donations can be left after the service, or with messages of tribute to John via the following link; https://johnhitchin.muchloved.com/

All enquiries c/o Helliwells Funeral Service, Bracewell House, Church Street, Barnoldswick, BB18 5UT.
Tel: 01282 851937.

The family of Tony Rollinson have asked that we share his passing with you. Tony sadly passed away at home on 14th May 2...
21/05/2026

The family of Tony Rollinson have asked that we share his passing with you.

Tony sadly passed away at home on 14th May 2026, aged 79 years.

Husband to Val, loving Dad to Shane, Shantel & Lee and Grandad to Dec, Lauren, Tilly, Josh, Macy, Rio & Romi. Tony was a great friend to many and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Tony will be leaving from home at approximately 1.15pm to go to Burnley Crematorium.

A funeral service to honour Tony's life will take place on 1st June 2026, at 1.45pm, Burnley Crematorium.

After the service, Val, Shane, Shantel & Lee invite family and friends to David Street WMC to share memories and stories of Tony's life.

Family flowers only please. Donations, allongside tributes to Tony, are welcome for Pendleside Hospice at; https://tonyrollinson.muchloved.com/

All enquiries c/o Helliwells Funeral Service, Stott House, Burnley Road, Colne, BB8 8LA. Tel: 01282 870898.

The family of Sheila Alice Leah have asked that we share her passing with you. Sheila sadly passed away at Royal Blackb...
08/05/2026

The family of Sheila Alice Leah have asked that we share her passing with you.

Sheila sadly passed away at Royal Blackburn Hospital on Friday 24th April 2026, aged 87 years.

The beloved mother to Glenn, Garry and Mark, Mother-in-Law to Lynette, Helen and Debbie and loving Grandma to Lewis, Archie, Freddie, Alexander, Samuel, Chloe, Isobel and James. She was also a great friend to many, and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

A funeral service to celebrate Sheila’s life will take place at 12.15pm on Friday 15th May 2026, at Burnley Crematorium.

After the service, the family invites those in attendance to The Hare and Hounds, Halifax Road, Briercliffe, Burnley, BB10 3QH to continue to honour Sheila’s life and share more memories of her together.

Family flowers only please, with donations in lieu of flowers being collected for Pendleside Hospice in Sheila’s memory. Donations can be left at the service, or alongside messages of condolence and tribute on the following link; https://sheilaleah.muchloved.com/

All enquiries c/o Helliwells Funeral Service, Stott House, Burnley Road, Colne, BB8 8LA. 01282 870898.

The family of Christine Bernadette Osborne have asked that we share her passing with you. Christine sadly passed away a...
07/05/2026

The family of Christine Bernadette Osborne have asked that we share her passing with you.

Christine sadly passed away at Royal Blackburn Hospital on, Saturday 25th April 2026, aged 75 years.

The loving Mum to Vanessa, Cherished Grandma to Harriet and Philippa and beloved Great-Grandma to Olivia and Reuben. She was also a great friend to many and will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

A service to honour Christine’s life will take place at 12noon on Thursday 14th May 2026, at Skipton Crematorium. Mourners are asked to wear traditional funeral attire.

After the service, the family invites those in attendance to The Trawden Arms, to share together more memories and stories of Christine and her life.

Family flowers only please, with donations in lieu of flowers being collected for The Christie Hospital in Christine’s memory.

Any enquiries and donations c/o Helliwells Funeral Service, Stott House, Burnley Road, Colne, BB8 8LA. 01282 870898.

The family of June Knight-Gott have asked that we share her passing with you. June sadly passed away at Royal Blackburn...
06/05/2026

The family of June Knight-Gott have asked that we share her passing with you.

June sadly passed away at Royal Blackburn Hospital on Wednesday, 29th April 2026, aged 84 years.

The beloved wife to Eddie, loving Mum to her daughter Dawn. Also, mum to her two sons Graham and Derek. Mother-in-Law to Joe, Janet and Beer and cherished Grandma to Connor, Amy, Emily-Jo, Fletcher, Arlo, Harley and Alfie. Also, grandma to her son’s children, Sean, Grant, Ryan, Natalie, and Daniel. She was also a great friend to many and will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

A service to honour June’s life will take place at 2pm on Monday 18th May 2026, at Skipton Crematorium. Mourners are invited to wear smart respectful attire.

After the service, the family warmly invites those in attendance to The Shooters Arms, Nelson to share more memories and stories of June’s life together.

Family flowers only please, with donations in lieu of flowers being collected for The RSPCA (Huncoat branch) in June’s memory due to June’s love of animals. Donations can be left at the service or via the following link; https://juneknight-gott.muchloved.com/

All enquiries to Helliwells Funeral Service, Stott House, Burnley Road, Colne, BB8 8LA. 01282 870898.

💕As always, many thanks to our families for the donations in memory of their loved ones, and support of North West Air A...
01/05/2026

💕As always, many thanks to our families for the donations in memory of their loved ones, and support of North West Air Ambulance Charity 🚁

The family of Ena Barbara Wilkinson have asked that we share her passing with you.Barbara sadly passed away peacefully a...
30/04/2026

The family of Ena Barbara Wilkinson have asked that we share her passing with you.

Barbara sadly passed away peacefully at her home on, Monday 27th April 2026, aged 89 years.

The loving wife of the late Leslie, a wonderful loving Mum to Karen and Mark, Mother-in-law to Lynne, Grandma to Deborah, Ben, Jennifer and Craig and Nanny to Jamie, Oliver and Annabelle and a truly great friend to so many people. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

A funeral service followed by burial in the Churchyard will be held to celebrate Barbara's life at St. Michael & All Angels Church, Foulridge on Friday, 15th May 2026 at 11am.

Following the service the family invites you to join together in St. Michaels Room to share memories and stories of Barbara's life and to all honour her together.

Family flowers only please, with donations in lieu to St. Michaels Church and Hospice at Home.

The family wish to express their heartfelt gratitude to all who cared for her both in hospital and at home.

All enquiries and donations c/o Helliwells Funeral Service, Stott House, Burnley Road. Colne, BB8 8LA. 01282 870898 or follow this link https://givealittle.co/c/6TkCvnf5tyYSl3a2MakVBv

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