THE funeral was held recently for Audrey Bowyer who died on January 23, aged 78.

Audrey Bowyer ne Hughes was born in Castle, one of four children. She lived there until her marriage to Joseph Bowyer when they moved to Rudheath. After 26 years of married life Audrey was widowed in early January this year.

In her earlier days Audrey worked at WH Smiths until her retirement. Audrey enjoyed dancing at Winnington Recreation Club, doing daily crosswords and she followed and helped her husband with his homing and pigeon clubs.

Audrey leaves her sister-in-law, nephews and nieces.

The Rev Sheila Hughes conducted the service at Holy Trinity Church, prior to committal at Altrincham Crematorium. Donations were received for Alzheimer's Research Trust.

Arrangements by George Bell Funeral Service, Northwich.