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Charles Whalley


21/ 7/2008

FORMER toolmaker Mr Charles (Charlie) Whalley has died aged 72 at his home in Haywood Road, Accrington.

The husband of the late Bessie Whalley, he worked at Howard and Bullough for 35 years and had also worked at Mastabar and Hudson’s Engineering.

A member of both Burnley Road and Globe Bowling Clubs, he enjoyed bowling, walking his dog, watercolour painting, bird watching and wildlife.

He leaves a daughter Julie, son-in-law Stephen, grandchildren Sarah and Christopher, brothers Bill and Fred and sisters Virginia and Marion.

He was cremated at Accrington on Friday 18 July following a service conducted by the Rev Roger Parker.

Arrangements: Hyndburn Funeral Services.


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   what a shock to hear that a friend of 52 years had died. charlie and I were courting two sisters and hit it off immediatly. I used to love the way he spoke in the old lancashire dialect and his love for the enviroment around him. My condolences to his daughter julie and family. goodbye old friend and I am sure you will meet up once again with bessie the love of your life. ronnie culshaw
roland culshaw
2/08/2008 at 08:19
   I worked with Charlie as a an apprentice toolmaker, and for several years as a time served toolmaker. Charlie was one of the best. I wish his family my best regards.

Art Walton Plains USA
Arthur Walton, Accrington
21/07/2008 at 13:35
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