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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, arranging 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).

02/11/2026

The family of David John Haythornthwaite have asked that we share his passing with you.

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David peacefully passed away at Nelson Manor Care Home on Friday, 23rd October 2026, aged 82 years.

The beloved Husband to Christine, cherished Dad to Mark and Sarah and father-in-law to Geraldine and Jon. He was also treasured Granddad to Zoe and Leonie and a great friend to many.

He was the former Managing Director of local textile company Grenfell. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

A funeral service to honour David's life will take place at 2.30pm on Tuesday, 10th November 2026, at Burnley Crematorium.David had a great love of life and always wanted people to feel at ease. As such, those in attendance are asked to wear whatever colour they feel comfortable in.

Family flowers only please, with donations in lieu of flowers being collected for Pendleside Hospice in David's memory. Donations can be left in cash after the service, or online with tributes to him at the following link; https://davidhaythornthwaite.muchloved.com/

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

30/10/2026

The family of Bernard Reyner have asked that we share his passing with you.

Bernard sadly passed on Thursday, 22nd October 2026, aged 81 years surrounded by his family.

A dear son of the late Sidney and Lily and brother to the late Paul and June.

The Much-loved Husband to Heather, Cherished Dad to Angela, Bernie and Paul and treasured Grandad to Stacey, Kristie, Kane, Deron, Ellie and Kyle. Great-Grandad to Grace, Aiyla, Ariz, Wolf, Starlie and Baby Ridehalgh.

He was also a great friend to many and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

A funeral service to honour Bernard’s life will take place at 10.30am on Thursday 12th November 2026, at St Bartholomew’s Church, Colne before Bernard is laid to rest at Colne Cemetery at 11.30am. Those in attendance are asked to wear black/formal wear.

Following the service, the family warmly invites those who knew and loved Bernard to Colne British Legion (Keighley Rd, Colne BB8 0JL) for refreshments and to continue to share memories and stories of him together.

If people wish to donate, family ask that this is towards The British Heart Foundation in Bernard’s memory. Donations can be left in cash after the service.

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

30/10/2026

The family of Stephen Belshaw, known to all as Bella, have asked that we share his passing with you.

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Steve sadly passed away at home in Burnley on Thursday, 22nd October 2026, aged 72 years.

Steve was a much-loved Partner, Dad and Granddad. He was also a great friend to many and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

A funeral service to honour Steve’s life will take place at 10.30am on Wednesday 11th November 2026, at St Andrew’s Church, (Colne Road, Burnley), followed by a further commital service at Burnley Crematorium at 11.30am. All who knew Steve are welcome to join the family.

Following these services, the family warmly invites those who knew and loved Steve to Brierfield Working Men’s Club, (Walter Street, Brierfield) for refreshments and to continue to share memories and stories of him together.

Family flowers only please, with donations in lieu of flowers being collected for Burnley in the Community in Steve’s memory. Donations can be left in cash after the service, or online with tributes to him at the following link; https://stephen-belshaw.muchloved.com/

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

29/10/2026

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

Christine sadly passed away at Nelson Manor Care Home on Tuesday, 20th October 2026, aged 87 years.

The beloved Wife of Leslie, Much-loved Mum to Melanie, The late Grant, Linda and Mandy, Cherished Great-Grandma, and Grandma to Samuel, the late India, Jessica, Olivia and Vicky.

She was also a great friend to many and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

A funeral service to honour Christine’s life will take place at 2.00pm on Wednesday, 4th November 2026, at The Salvation Army Hall, Nelson, before a committal at Burnley Crematorium at 3.15pm.

Family flowers only please, with donations in lieu of flowers being collected after the service for The Cairngorm Mountain Rescue Team in Christine's memory.

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

23/10/2026

The family of Vernon Horatio Cummings have asked that we share his passing with you.

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Vernon sadly passed away at his home in Briercliffe on Tuesday, 13th October 2026, aged 89 years.

The beloved Husband to Jean , Much-loved Dad to Tracy, Cherished Uncle to Jillian, Danette, Lesa, Katie, Junior, Michelle, Lester, Vernon, The Rocks, The Pollards, The Cummings and The Dukes.

He was also a great friend to many and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

A funeral service to honour Vernon's life will take place at 10.45am on Saturday, 21st November 2026, at Burnley Crematorium. Those in attendance are asked to wear any colours they feel comfortable in.

Following the service, the family warmly invites those who knew and loved Vernon to Rose Grove (Rosegrove Ln, Burnley BB12 6HX) for refreshments and to continue to share memories and stories of him together.

Family flowers only please, with donations in lieu of flowers being collected for Pendleside Hospice in Vernon's memory. Donations can be left in cash after the service, or online with tributes to him at the following link; https://vernoncummings.muchloved.com/

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

23/10/2026

The family of Ian Martindale have asked that we share his passing with you.

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Ian sadly passed away at home in Trawden on Sunday, 11th October 2026, aged 65 years.

The beloved Son to Hughie and the late Irene, Dear Brother to Donna and the late Julie as well as dear Uncle to Julie, Laura and Josh and Great-Uncle to Alex, Andrew, Nicholas, Lucy, Lily and Arthur.

He was also a great friend to many and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

A funeral service to honour Ian's life will take place at 10.45am on Thursday, 29th October 2026, at Burnley Crematorium. Those in attendance are welcome to wear whatever they are comfortable in.

Family flowers only please, with donations in lieu of flowers being collected for Pendleside Hospice in Ian's memory. Donations can be left in cash after the service, or online with tributes to him at the following link; https://ianmartindale.muchloved.com/

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

23/10/2026

The family of George Stanley Evans have asked that we share his passing with you.

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George sadly passed away at home in Barnoldswick on Wednesday, 14th October 2026, aged 81 years

The beloved Husband to Mary, Much-loved Dad to Andrew, Father-in-Law to Terri and Cherished Granddad to Carter and Isla.

He was also a great friend to many and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

A funeral service to honour George's life will take place at 11am on Tuesday, 3rd November 2026, at Skipton Crematorium.

Following the service, the family warmly invites those who knew and loved George to Rolls Royce Leisure, (Skipton Road, Barnoldswick) for refreshments and to continue to share memories and stories of him together.

Family flowers only please, with donations in lieu of flowers being collected for Pendleside Hospice and The Cardiology Department at St James' Hospital, Leeds in George's memory. Donations can be left in cash after the service, or online with tributes to him at the following link; https://george-evans1945.muchloved.com/

All enquiries and donations in cash or cheque c/o Helliwells Funeral Service, Bracewell House, Church Street, Barnoldswick, BB18 5UT. Tel: 01282 851937.

21/10/2026

The family of Frank McMillan have asked that we share his passing with you.

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Frank passed away at Royal Blackburn Hospital on Tuesday, 6th October 2026, aged 82 years.

Much loved Father to Andrew and James, Father-In-law to Mikki, Grandfather to Shaun, Alex, Chloe, and his 4 further grandchildren.
He was also a great friend to many and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

A funeral service to honour Frank's life will take place at 2.30pm on Thursday, 29th October 2026, at Burnley Crematorium. Those in attendance will be asked to dress preferably in black or otherwise dark clothes as a mark of respect.

Following the service a wake will be held in Rose Grove Unity, for a paid for buffet and drinks at the bar (at your own cost).

Family flowers only please, with donations in lieu of flowers being collected for The Alzheimers Society in Frank's memory. Donations can be left in cash after the service, or online with tributes to him at the following link; https://frank-mcmillan.muchloved.com/

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

20/10/2026

The family of Geoffrey Hargreaves have asked that we share his passing with you.

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Geoffrey sadly passed away at his home in Burnley on Friday, 9th October 2026, aged 58 years.

Much-loved Son to Alan & the late Chrissie, Dear Brother to Suzanne and Matthew and Cherished Dad to Eleanor Hargreaves.

He was also a great friend to many and will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

A funeral service to honour Geoffrey's life will take place at 2.30pm on Tuesday, 3rd November 2026, at Burnley Crematorium.

Following the service, the family warmly invites those who knew and loved Geoffrey to Ighten Leigh Social Club on Padiham Road for refreshments and to continue to share memories and stories of him together.

Family flowers only please, with donations in lieu of flowers being collected for Inspire Lancashire - Nelson & Pendle Hub in Geoffrey's memory. Donations can be left in cash after the service, or online with tributes to him at the following link; https://geoffreyhargreaves.muchloved.com/

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

15/10/2026

The family of Larry Coulston have asked that we share his passing with you.

Larry sadly passed away at Airedale Hospital on Wednesday 7 October 2026, aged 75 years.

A beloved partner to Paul, brother to Janet, uncle to Victoria and great-uncle to George, Oscar and Annie. He was also a much-loved friend to many.

Larry will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. The family hopes you can join them to pay your respects and remember him.

A funeral Mass for Larry will take place on Wednesday 28th October at 1.00pm at St Joseph’s RC Church, Barnoldswick. He will be laid to rest at 2.30pm at Colne Cemetery.

Following the service the family warmly invites you to St Joseph's Community Centre to share more memories and stories of Larry, and to remember him and celebrate his life together.

Family flowers only please, with donations in lieu of flowers being collected after the service for Crisis homelessness charity, a cause very close to Larry’s heart, in his memory.

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

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Stott House, Burnley Road

BB88LA

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+441282870898

Website

https://www.helliwells-funeralservice.co.uk/

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