Kathleen (Kath) Simpson (née Hughes)
Date published: 28 July 2025

Kathleen (Kath) Simpson (née Hughes)
Passed away peacefully on 15th July at Mona Cliffe Care Home aged 81. Beloved wife of the late John (Oily) and mother to Samantha.
No more pain, no more fight,
Only peace, and softest light.
We’ll miss you more than words can say,
But know you’re just a breath away.
Kath will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.
The funeral service will be held at Rochdale Crematorium 1st August at 2pm.
All are welcome who knew Kath to pay their respects.
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