STEPHEN WELLS

MR Stephen William Wells, of Shawclough Rd, Waterfoot, died peacefully at Salford Royal Hospital, on Saturday, November 6, aged 65.

Waterfoot born and bred, Stephen was the much loved son of

William and Doris Wells.

He started school life at St Anne’s C of E, Edgeside, before going onto Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School.

His first job was at Whiteheads, Rawtenstall, and he later became a self-employed van driver.

Being an avid Burnley football supporter from the age of five, and a Rawtenstall Cricket Club member, he was a popular figure in the sporting world.

Lots would remember him standing at the top corner of the bar at the Royal Hotel, Waterfoot, where he enjoyed socialising with friends.

He was interested in local history, and loved travelling on trains and trams, completing the Manchester tram route in one day.

He leaves his parents and a wide circle of family, friends, and neighbours, all of whom are going to miss him dearly.

Funeral to be held on Friday, November 26 at 10am at St Anne’s Church, Edgeside, then 11.30am at Burnley Crematorium, led by Rev S Richardson, with refreshments at Rawtenstall Cricket Club.

Family flowers only, with donations if desired to Rossendale First Responders, c/o funeral director.

Donations can be made online at www.fredhamer. co.uk (tributes and donations).

Funeral director: Dawn Winfield Dip L.M. B.I.F.D. for Fred Hamer Funeral Service, Rawtenstall.