Curtis, Ian b. July 15, 1956 d. May 18, 1980 Musician, He was best known for being the lead singer and songwriter for the band "Joy Division". Born in Stretford, England, he lived most of his life in Macclesfield and attended King's School there. He helped form Joy Division in Manchester in 1977. An epileptic, he was known for mimicking his seizures in dance form while performing. The resemblance was such that audience members were occasionally uncertain whether he was dancing or having a seizure. By 1978 it appeared that his epilepsy...[Read More] (Bio by: Iola) Macclesfield Cemetery, Macclesfield, Cheshire, England
Eardley, George Harold b. May 6, 1912 d. September 11, 1991 British Victoria Cross War Medal Recipient. Eardley served as a Company Sergeant Major, 4th Battalion, The King's Shropshire Light Infantry. He was awarded his medal for service at The Netherlands on October 16, 1944. (Bio by: K) Macclesfield Crematorium, Macclesfield, Cheshire, England