Friends of Ernie Whittaker are invited to the club for 2pm Wednesday for the spreading of Ernie’s ashes and a reception in his memory. Frances and David and ourselves would be delighted to see friends and members attend.
The funeral of Maggie Hope will be held on Thursday 5 May 2022 at 10am at Christ the King Church, 11.30am at Burnley crematorium. This will be followed by a gathering at the club from 12pm.
Lowerhouse CC are sorry to announce the passing of long time supporter and former player Ken Price (pictured left in his playing days). Ken was a magnetic figure at the club with numerous friends, many of whom would visit Ken in his winter retreat in Tenerife when on holiday. Always...
Lowerhouse Cricket Club are saddened to hear of the passing today of one of Burnleys favourite adopted sons, Jimmy Robson. Always happy to talk about his football exploits, Jimmy was regular attendee at Lowerhouse games alongside his daughter Dany. A Clarets legend, Jimmy was a football league title winner in...
Lowerhouse CC are sorry to hear of the passing of member and keen supporter Ernie Whittaker. Ernie died recently after a short illness aged 74. Although domiciled in London, Ernie made frequent trips to Burnley to watch the team. Ernie was a Rosegrover and had been interested in the club...
Lowerhouse CC are saddened to announce the passing of Pat Young. The Young family from the late Harry, wife Pat, son and former player Graham, and other sons Harry and John have been and still are, stalwart supporters of the club and we extend our heartfelt sympathy. Funeral details will...
Unfortunately, we have been sent news this evening of the passing of Sadfar Hamid ‘Jim’ Minhas who passed away two days ago at the age of 91. His funeral is tomorrow in Karachi. Jim was played in the league between 1955 and 1966. Scoring 3142 league runs and 343 league...
Clifford Heaton’s funeral is at 3.15pm on Monday 21st December at Burnley Crematorium. Current COVID19 guidelines apply.
Lowerhouse are saddened to report the passing of loyal supporter Clifford Heaton. Clifford was a regular attender at our matches along with wife Ann and was a part of the Rosegrove supporters group who raised money for the club.. One such fundraiser was used to reopen and upgrade the Liverpool...
For those unable to attend Eric’s funeral service, we hope that this will provide some comfort.
It is with great sadness that the club announces the sudden passing of club stalwart Eric Haworth after a short but aggressive illness. Eric was well known in local cricket and rugby, notably with Calder Vale / Belvedere before he joined Lowerhouse CC circa 2002. Eric quickly threw himself into...
We are sorry to announce the passing of two former players. Local lad Brian Tracey has passed away at home in Australia. Brian lived on Kiddrow Lane and was a third eleven player in the late 70s early 80s before emigrating to Ireland and then Australia. Brian continued to follow the club...
Lowerhouse Chairman Stan Heaton pays tribute to former England all rounder David Capel who passed away today. When the club announced David Capel as the sub professional for the away game at Nelson on 15th September 1991 I have to say that I had my doubts. David was not...
Lowerhouse CC are saddened to hear of the passing of former committee man and current member and supporter Tom Porter. Tom was a huge character with a humerous disposition and ready wit, and was a personal friend to many at the club and beyond. Tom supported the club...
Lowerhouse CC are sorry to hear of the passing of former official and well known citizen of the town, Malcolm Yardley. Malcolm was very well known for his outstanding athletic achievements and his sports shop business on Hall Street. At the club he officiated as a captain, manager, selector, trainer...
Some sad news breaking in the cricketing world that unfortunately ex-Lowerhouse professional Basil Butcher has passed away. Basil was pro in 1962 scoring 1055 league runs, taking 20 wickets. We have previously written articles on Basil on the site here. You can see his CricketArchive profile here The Guardian posted...
In the last few weeks the cricket club has lost many loyal time served members. Adding to this is today’s news that patron Michael Carson has passed away aged 77. Michael first watched Lowerhouse in the late-1940’s when he was a keen autograph hunter of the famous pros’ of that...
Club life member and elder statesman Clifford Atherton has also passed away. Clifford’s association with Lowerhouse CC is unparalleled. Clifford has undertaken a plethora of roles at the club including volunteer, scorer, committeeman, signing professionals, team manager, secretary, and groundsman. In appreciation of Clifford’s involvement he was latterly a life...
The club is again saddened to announce the passing of another member of the club family Alan Cottam has passed away. Alan is a former sponsor and current member and of course, father and grandfather to club cricketers Charlie and Henri and Eliza respectively. Alan was a very friendly man and...
The club sorry to hear of the passing of former Secretary, Life Member and Club elder Clifford Atherton. Our deepest sympathies have been extended to Peter and the family. A Full tribute to follow
Harry’s funeral is will take place on 29th October at Burnley Crematorium at 12pm and at Burnley Football Club after. Could those intending to go from the cricket club text Stan please 07941439741 to coordinate numbers.
There has been a number of tributes to Harry in the local press and on social media. We thought we’d share a few below; Thanks to those who have given their condolences. Original post Lancs Live Burnley Express Burnley Football Club
The club is deeply saddened to announce the sudden passing of our president, Harry Brooks. Harry became involved in the club in the 1980s and served on the committee. As the club developed it’s junior section, Harry became more involved in the club and cemented his involvement in an official...
Yesterday saw the funeral of Bob Entwistle, which saw many a Lancashire League member attend. We thought it would be nice to share a tribute to him which has handed out to celebrate his life. By Anne Cochrane Robert “Run Machine” Entwistle 1941-2019 A full house applauded Bob from the...
Peters funeral will be at Burnley crematorium on Wednesday July 24th at 1.40pm followed by Lowerhouse Cricket Club around 2.30pm for a drink and a cricket tea.
The club are again saddened to hear of the passing of another club stalwart , former Second Eleven captain , cricket chairman and supporter Peter Mawdsley. Peter came to the club in the early 70s and quickly established himself in the Second Eleven , featuring in the 1973 Second Eleven...
Jack’s funeral arrangements are as follows; Tuesday 9th July at 12.30pm from Jack’s home, the cortège will be passing Jack’s favourite places including Lowerhouse Cricket Club on the way to Burnley Cemetry for service and burial at 1pm followed by a post funeral gathering at Lowerhouse Cricket Club
Jack Foster – 1932-2019 We are very saddened to hear of the passing of retired player, supporter and life member Jack Foster. Jack passed away on Sunday lunchtime following a stroke a week earlier. Jack played many years with the 2XI but had a 12 year 1XI career with a top score...
Lowerhouse CC are saddened to hear of the passing of local sportsman David Harvey. David is a former Lowerhouse player and is known throughout the sporting community for his no mean ability and great personality. We send our condolences to wife Wendy, sons Jonny and Mark and all David’s family
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