AnneSUNDERLANDAnne passed away peacefully at Springhill Care Home on 4th July 2026 aged 82 years. Wife of the late Philip, mum to Carol, Patrick, Craig and Joanne, treasured Grandma and Great Grandma and friend to many. Anne had a long and varied career, starting work as a Fire Control Operator in the late 60's and received her Long Service Medal of which she was very proud. Many part time roles followed this, whilst raising her family. She eventually retired from Haworth's Accountants where she was a receptionist and bookkeeper for the Building Society agency there. An avid reader, puzzler and quiz goer Anne had a great intellect. She enjoyed spending time with family and helping to care for her grandchildren. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church for over 45 years, taking on roles such as sacristan and was an active member of the Mothers Union. She had a long-time association with Girl guiding and the Scout Movement through St. Johns. A keen caravanner, she enjoyed holidays all over the UK, particularly in Scotland and Wales. She also enjoyed holidays abroad to the Canaries and St. Lucia. Anne was also proud to have served as a magistrate on the Hyndburn Bench for number of years. She will be missed by all her knew her. Funeral Service will take place on Friday 24th July at St. John the Evangelist Church, Addison St, Accrington at 2pm, followed by committal at Accrington Crematorium at 3pm. Family flowers only by request. Any donations in memory of Anne to East Lancashire Hospice, a cause close to Anne's heart. Arrangements Hyndburn Funeral Service, Queens Road Accrington.
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