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The obituary notice of Susan HAWARDEN (Nee Ashworth)

Helmshore | Published in: funeral-notices.co.uk.

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SusanHAWARDENof Laburnum Road, Helmshore, died at the Royal Blackburn Hospital on July 26, aged 60 years.

Susan was an administrative assistant at Jacobson Group Footwear, Cloughfold. Still employed, but had been on long-term leave of absence due to illness.

Sue was a fantastic grandma and loving mum. Her vast horticultural knowledge and skill transformed her home surroundings into natural beauty.

She loved hiking, particularly in the North Lakes (where she and Jeff shared a holiday home with family) and Scotland. She was an excellent map reader, fell walker and enjoyed visiting historical sites. When not outdoors she loved to play geeky games, do quizzes (at which she excelled!) and listen to rock music.

Susan was very active in gardening, including membership of RHS amongst many other interests. She leaves behind her husband Jeff Hawarden, children Michael Howe and Carly Howe, grandchildren Reuben Howe, Seth Howe, Layla Hay and Luca Hay.

A funeral service will take place on Monday, August 10, leaving Hamers at 12.30pm for Accrington Crematorium at 1pm. Conducted - Celebrant Kathy Unsworth.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to either Pendleside Hospice (in memory of Sue's dad) or to Civic Pride Rossendale.

Funeral Director: Dawn Winfield, Dip FD L.M.B.I.F.D, Fred Hamer Funeral Service, James Street, Rawtenstall, BB4 7NE.
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Suzanne Groton
16/08/2026
Condolences to Jeff and family from all Sue's friends at Jacobsons. We had the pleasure of working with Sue for 20 years and will miss her enormously.
Donation left by D. Jacobson and Sons Limited
12/08/2026
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Condolences to Jeff and family from all Sue's friends at Jacobsons. We had the pleasure of working with Sue for 20 years and will miss her enormously.
Donation left by D. Jacobson and Sons Limited
12/08/2026
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Such a lovely woman - heartfelt condolences to Jeff and family. She will be greatly missed. Love from Andy and Sue x
Donation left by Sue Warburton
10/08/2026
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Such a lovely woman - heartfelt condolences to Jeff and family. She will be greatly missed. Love from Andy and Sue x
Donation left by Sue Warburton
10/08/2026
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Our love and thoughts go to Sue's family and loved ones.
Donation left by Jessica Ormrod
08/08/2026
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Our love and thoughts go to Sue's family and loved ones.
Donation left by Jessica Ormrod
08/08/2026
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Andy and I have been incredibly lucky to have Sue in our lives over the last 3 decades. I am so glad that she was laughing by our sides for most of the fun times, but am also very thankful that she was there to support through the tougher times (especially for me).

You will be missed every day and will of course be loved forever in my memories - my funny, gorgeous, wise, loving, caring best friend.
Jessica
08/08/2026
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