MONICA Mary Stanley, wife of Michael Allan Stanley, died on September 6, aged 81.

Mrs Stanley, from Lymm, lived in the Warrington area all her life.

She was last employed as a deputy head teacher.

Mrs Stanley enjoyed travelling, gardening, visiting gardens and playing golf until ill health prevented her from doing so.

She leaves her husband, a daughter, a son and two grand-daughters.

A service was held on September 15 at St Winefride’s RC Church, followed by cremation at Walton Lea.

The Rev Fr Tony Elder officiated.