Mrs Joan Gregson, wife of the late Mr Thomas Gregson, died on January 15 of bronchopneumonia. She was 76.

Mrs Gregson lived in Warrington all her life, except for a break in South Africa for five years, when she lived with her daughter.

She was last employed as a clerk at Greenings.

Mrs Gregson enjoyed walking, especially with her dog, and the company of her family. She leaves four children, eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

A service was held at St Stephen's RC Church, prior to cremation at Walton Lea. The Rev Father Gordon Abbs officiated.

Arrangements were made by Co-operative Funeral Services.