James Holcroft

James Holcroft

James Holcroft Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 3, 2021.
HOLCROFT James Robert
(Jim) Peacefully at Leighton hospital on 21st November,
Jim,
aged 93 years,
formerly of
Thornton-in-Craven.

Dearly loved husband of the late Betty. A loving father to Anya and Gary, beloved grandad of James, Sarah and Laura, a much loved great-grandad to Paige and Freya, also a great friend to many.

A funeral service will take place on Thursday 9th December at 1.00pm at St Mary's Church, Thornton-in-Craven followed by the burial in the Churchyard.

Family flowers only please,
but donations in Jim's memory will be gratefully accepted on behalf of St Mary's Church, Thornton-In-Craven and Pendleside Hospice.

All enquiries to
Barnoldswick Funeralcare
(Windles).
Tel 01282 813345.

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