THE funeral of Mrs Elsie Ellis of Bickham House, Green Walk, Bowdon, took place at the Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, Bowdon, and Altrincham Crematorium on September 5.

She died on August 27, at the age of 100.

Born in Eccles, Elsie was the widow of Frank and she lived in the Altrincham area for 74 years, moving with her family to Timperley before finally settling in Hale Barns.

Elsie celebrated her 100th birthday with family and friends at Bickham House in September last year and among the guests were her sons, John and Richard.

Elsie enjoyed walking the hills, cycling, gardening, painting and pottery.