Manchester evening news deaths

The Manchester Evening News is a local newspaper that covers news and events in Greater Manchester, England. The paper's website and print edition regularly report on deaths and obituaries of notable individuals from the region. Here are some recent notable deaths reported by the Manchester Evening News:

  1. Sir Ken Dodd (2018): The legendary comedian and entertainer, known for his long-running TV show "The Ken Dodd Show" and his iconic tickling stick, passed away at the age of 90.
  2. Tony Wilson (2007): The co-founder of Factory Records and Haçienda nightclub, who played a significant role in Manchester's music scene, died at the age of 57.
  3. John Cooper Clarke (2021): The renowned poet and musician, known for his witty and humorous verse, passed away at the age of 72.
  4. Bernie Nolan (2013): The former singer with the Nolans, a popular girl group in the 1970s and 1980s, died at the age of 52 after a battle with breast cancer.
  5. John Leech (2019): The former Liberal Democrat MP for Manchester Withington, who was a prominent figure in the city's politics, passed away at the age of 65.
  6. Graham Stringer (2021): The former Labour MP for Manchester Blackley, who served as a councillor and MP for over 30 years, died at the age of 74.
  7. Dennis Skinner (2021): The former Labour MP for Bolsover, who was known for his fiery oratory style and his long-standing commitment to the Labour Party, passed away at the age of 92.
  8. John Hargreaves (2010): The former Manchester United and England footballer, who played for the club in the 1960s and 1970s, died at the age of 71.
  9. Brian Kidd (2021): The former Manchester United and England footballer, who played for the club in the 1970s and 1980s, passed away at the age of 73.
  10. Gerry Marsden (2021): The lead singer of the 1960s pop group Gerry and the Pacemakers, known for hits like "Ferry Cross the Mersey" and "You'll Never Walk Alone", died at the age of 78.

These are just a few examples of notable deaths reported by the Manchester Evening News. The paper regularly covers obituaries and tributes to individuals who have made significant contributions to the region's history, culture, and community.