THE funeral of Mrs Mary Blanch Mearns of Seamons Road, Oldfield Brow, Altrincham, took place at the Church on the Brow and Altrincham Crematorium on September 19. She died on September 9, at the age of 82.

Born in Sale, Mary was the wife of Reginald for 59 years and she lived in the Altrincham area for the past two years.

In her spare time she enjoyed music and playing the piano.

Mary is survived by her husband Reginald and daughters Denise and Eileen.

Funeral arrangements by Ashton Brookes.