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Death Notices
(Melton Park,Gosforth) Passed away peacefully in Brunswick House Care Home on 2nd December aged 88 years. Kathy, dearly loved wife of the late Ian, dear mum of Andy, Lisa and Fraser, a loving grandma of Samantha, Katie and Harry and a dearest mother-in-law. Service and Cremation at the West Road Crematorium Newcastle on Thursday 9th January 2025 at 11.15am. Friends please meet at the Crematorium. All enquiries please to James Hamilton Funeral Directors Darrell House Brunswick Village Tel: 0191 2366243
(Jim) (Monkseaton) Peacefully in hospital, after a short illness, surrounded by his loving family on 19th December 2024, aged 95 years. Beloved husband of the late Marie, much loved dad of Julie and Andrew, and loving grandad of Caitlin, Chloe, Penny, Monty and Harriet. Please meet for funeral service at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Monday 6th January at 12 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to The Alzheimer’s Society.
(nee Brown) Formerly of Wallsend, passed away peacefully on 13th December 2024, aged 86, in Cambridgeshire. Beloved Wife of Trevor, loving Mum to Susan and Neil, and much loved Nan, Sister, Aunt, sister-in-law, Mother-in-law and friend of many.
Mel The most kindest of hearts and beautiful soul, you will be loved and in our thoughts now and always… much loved daughter and best friend of Sandra and Terry, much loved close sister of Wayne, much loved daughter in law to Kath. You have been the most amazing Mam to our beautiful boys Charlie and Joe and your love will always stay with them… your smile, laughter and love will never be forgotten my Amazing Wifey, Stay Forever Young, Chris the Hubby ❤x
Consett Peacefully on 29th November 2024, aged 86 years. Tony, beloved partner of the late Audrey Cox, much loved brother of Marion, Sarah, Joan, Rose, brother in law to Ann and a dear uncle to all his family. RIP Requiem Mass will be held at St Marys RC Church, Blackhill, Consett on Thursday 2nd January at 12 noon, to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Followed by interment at Blackhill Cemetery at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please Donations can be made in Tony’s memory to Dementia UK. Co-op Funeralcare Deneburn Terrace The Grove DH8 8BE 01207 580985
Felling. Passed away in the Queen Elizabeth Hospital after a short illness on December 4th aged 86 years. A much loved mother of Carole, Christine and Kevin a dear mother in law to Philip, Paul and Melanie a proud a loving grandma of Andrew, Mark, Sarah and a devoted great grandma of Ezra and Penelope. Also a dear sister, sister in law, Aunt, Cousin and a good friend to all. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at Saltwell Crematorium on Monday December 30th at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only please a retiring collection will be held for the Bowel Cancer UK or Dementia UK Charities. All inquiries to; CM Walkers Family Funeral Services Morley House Front Street Felling Gateshead. 0191 4470180.
BLAYDON Passed away peacefully in hospital on 15th December aged 90 years. Stuart loving husband of Minnie for 70 years. Much loved dad to Joseph, Marion and Ian, father-in-law to Denise and Wendy. Grandad to Gary, Joanne, Gillian, Vicki, Ashleigh, Calum and Emily. Great Grandad to Charlotte, Rebecca, Ayden, Imogen, Chloe, Finlay, Laura and Miya Great Great Grandad to Roman. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at Mountsett Crematorium on Thursday 2nd January at 2.00 pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to support St Johns Ambulance, The Peoples Kitchen and the Special Baby Care Unit at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, please donate via collection at Crematorium or West End Club. All are welcome to join the family at Winlaton West End Club following the service.
Wrekenton Passed away in hospital on December 17th aged 71 years. A loving mam of Samantha, Brian and Donald, a dear mother in law to Samantha and Janine and a doting grandmother of Logan, Lillie, Lacie, Louise and Ava. Would friends and family please meet for funeral service at Saltwell Crematorium on Thursday January 9th at 12.00 noon. No flowers by request a retiring collection will be held for the caring staff on ward 14 A at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. All inquiries to; CM Walkers Family Funeral Services Morley House Front Street Felling Gateshead. 0191 4470180.
(Wrekenton) We pray for the repose of the Soul of Father Kevin Bernard John Cummins, only child of Peter and Ethna Cummins, born in Dublin in 1941. Father Kevin was brought up in Ballinasloe, Ireland and he was ordained Priest there in 1966. Father Kevin has served as Priest in the diocese of Hexham and Newcastle for 58 years, many of them as a prison chaplain. Father Kevin’s body will be received into St. Oswald’s Catholic Church, for a 6.00pm Mass of Reception on Thursday 2nd January 2025 and his Requiem Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Stephen Wright on Friday 3rd January 2025 at 10.00am at St Oswald’s Catholic Church before a cremation service at Birtley Crematorium at 12.00 noon. Donations in lieu of flowers to Muhoroni People’s Foundation in Kenya. Afterwards everyone welcome at Ravensworth Golf Club. Rest in Peace
(Née Saint) (Morpeth) Sheila passed away peacefully on Wednesday 18th December, aged 89 years. Beloved wife of the late Duncan, dearest cousin to Jill and friend to many. Funeral service at cremation at Northumberland Crematorium on Monday 13th January 2025 at 12.30pm. Friends please meet at crematorium. Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if desired may be sent to Alzheimer’s Society c/o J W Peters Funeral Directors 35a Oldgate Morpeth
(Dinnington) At home on 11th December aged 89 years Harry, dearly loved husband of the late Jackie, dear dad of little Jack and Pat, father in-law of Brian, a much loved grandad of Darren and Jan, great grandad of Harvey and Jay, a beloved brother of Anne, brother-in-law of Ronnie and a dearest uncle. Would friends please meet for funeral service at St Matthew’s Church Dinnington Village on Wednesday 8th January 2025 at 10.30am followed by burial in the churchyard. All enquiries please to James Hamilton Funeral Directors Darrell House Brunswick Village Tel: 0191 2366243
George Dryden
Suddenly on 13th December aged 76 years. George (Geordie). Beloved Husband of Brenda. Much loved Dad of Colin, Emma and Laura. A dear Father-in-law of Stacy and Steve. Also, a cherished Grandad of Chloe, Owen, Jack, Lilly, Samuel, Luke, Harry, Jacob and Skye and a dear Brother of Mary, Pauline, Ann and the late Irene. George will be greatly missed by all his family and many friends. Cremation at the West Road Crematorium on Friday 3rd January at 1.30 pm. Friends, please meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only or donations in lieu of flowers if desired to Diabetes UK. All welcome back to the Springbank Social Club for refreshments and a celebration of George’s life. All enquiries to R W Barrett & Son Funeral Services, 379 West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE15 7NL, Tel 0191 2410873.
(née Richardson) (Corbridge) Peacefully in hospital on 10th December, aged 92 years. Dearly loved wife of the late John, dear mam of Martin and Jane, mother-in-law of Andrew and Gordon, a much loved Nanna of Ethan. Friends please meet for service at The West Road Crematorium on Monday 30th December at 11.00am (West Chapel). All welcome to The Fox & Hounds, West Road, Newcastle, NE5 2ER for refreshments afterwards. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu may be sent to Disability North. A donation box will be available at the service. ‘Please dress colourfully as Mam was a colourful character’. Enquiries to Melrose Funeral Services Seaton Delaval Tel. 0191 2370482
(Morpeth and Ashington) Suddenly but peacefully on 16th December 2024 aged 75 years Keith. Beloved partner of Christine. Loving dad of David and Linzi, step-dad to Sarah-Jane. Also a devoted grandad of Olivia, Aleksander, Carmen, Zac, Kayden and Valentina. Keith will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. A funeral service will take place at Cowpen Crematorium on Friday 3rd January 2025 at 10.45am Family flowers only please donations in lieu if desired to the Alzheimers Society. A donation box will be available at the crematorium.
(Birtley) Suddenly at home on December 14th, aged 81 years, Jim. A dearly loved husband of Denise, a much loved dad of Emma, a loving brother, brother in law and uncle. Jim will be sadly missed by all his loving family and friends. Would friends please meet at Birtley Crematorium on Monday 30th December at 2.30pm for service. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the British Heart Foundation.
(of Witton Gilbert, formerly of Gateshead) Peacefully on December 12th, Shelagh, aged 75 years. Much loved wife of Gordon, a dearly loved mam of Gary and Jason, and a treasured grandma of Ben, Oliver and Eve. Shelagh will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Would friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Monday 6th January at 12 noon. Donations in lieu of flowers may be given after the service for M.S. Society. Friends are welcome to join the family for refreshments at Durham City Golf Club afterwards.
(Fenham formerly of Pendower). Peacefully on 9th December aged 77 years. Colin beloved husband of Pauline. Dearly loved Dad of Michele, Colin, Tanya and Kevin. A cherished Granda and Great Granda of all his Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Also, a dear Brother of Shirley, Joe, Pauline, Joan and the late Valerie. Colin will be greatly missed by all family and friends. Cremation at the West Road Crematorium on Monday 30th December at 1.15 pm. Friends please meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only please or donations in lieu of flowers if desired to Ward 4 Children’s Cancer Unit. All welcome back to the Marlborough Club for refreshments and a celebration of Colin’s Life. All enquiries to R W Barrett & Son Funeral Services, 379 West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE15 7NL. Tel 0191 2410873.
(nee Robertson) (Newbiggin Hall formerly of Ponteland). Peacefully in Hospital on 14th December aged 78 years. Dorothy (Dot) nee Robertson. Dearly loved Mam of Anne. A much-loved Mother-in-law of Bryan. And a cherished Grandma Dotty of Chloe and Aimee. Also, a dear Sister of Ann, John, David and the late Joan. Dot will be Greatly missed by all family and friends. Cremation at the West Road Crematorium on Thursday 2nd January at 11.00 am. Friends please meet at the crematorium. Flowers welcome. All welcome back to Ponteland Social Club for refreshments and a celebration of Dot’s life. All enquiries to R W Barrett & Son Funeral Services, 379 West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE15 7NL, Tel 0191 2410873.
(Nee Miller) (Cullercoats) Peacefully with family by her side on 18th December aged 93 years. Beloved wife to the late Harry. Much loved mam of Kevin and Gail. Loving grandma and great grandma. Family and friends please meet for service at Tynemouth Crematorium on Friday 10th January at 2:15pm. E Turnbull & Son Albion Road North Shields NE29 0HE 0191 257 1201
Phil (South West Denton) Peacefully in the Freeman Hospital with his family on Tuesday 17th December 2024 aged 76 years. Devoted husband of Brenda. Loving dad of David. Loved father in law of Sharon. Treasured grandad of Scott and Sam. Much loved son of Phoebe. Also a dear brother who will be sadly missed by all. Would all please meet for funeral service at West Road Crematorium on Thursday 2nd January at 11.15am. No flowers by request but donations gratefully received on behalf of Prostate Cancer UK a collection box will be available following the service. The family would like to thank the staff of ward 20 at the Freeman Hospital for the care that Phil received. Private afterwards. All enquiries c/o Clark Pearson Funeral Directors, 2 Baroness Drive, Denton Burn, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE15 7AT. Tel 0191-2744373.
(Formerly of Ryton) Died on 17th December in Bromley, Kent aged 78 years. Loving brother of Betty and Timmy, and loving uncle and great-uncle. R.I.P our darling Billy.
(Middleton) Peacefully at home, on Thursday 5th December, aged 100 years. Beloved wife of the late Bunny, much loved mother of Philip, Chris and Rachel, and mother in law of Christine, loving grandmother of Jenny and Robert. Funeral Service in Great Bavington United Reformed Church on Thursday 9th January at 2.00pm, followed by interment in Cambo Cemetery. Family flowers only please.
(Forest Hall) Hazel died in Hospital December 17th 2024, aged 90 years. Dearly loved Wife to the late George and loved Mam to Son David. Committal service at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Thursday 2nd January 2025 at 10.30am followed by service of Thanksgiving at St Andrews Church, Benton at 11.15am. Family flowers only please.
Would the Brethren of Buddle Lodge No 3937 and Holy Cross Lodge No 3679 please attend the funeral service of our late Worshipful Brother Ossie Jobson PProvJGW at Saltwell Crematorium Gateshead (NE9 6DT) on Thursday 2nd January 2025 at 11.15 am.
(Blaydon) Peacefully on 13th December 2024 aged 82 years. Ossie, beloved husband to Norma, loving dad to Tracy and Maxine. Father-in-law of Terry and Keith. Much loved grandad to Zach, Georgia, Megan and Elliot. Special great grandad to Finley, Joseph and Nell. Also a much loved grandad Oss to Anika and Aidan. A great mate to Michael and Andrew and all those who had the pleasure of knowing him. Funeral Service to take place at Saltwell Crematorium on Thursday 2nd January at 11.15 am. Refreshments to follow at Ravensworth Hotel, Lamesley, NE11 0ER. Family flowers only donations in lieu of flowers to Macmillan Cancer Support. Co-op Funeralcare Blaydon T: 0191 4142925
Newbiggin by the Sea Passed away peacefully on 13th December 2024 aged 78 years. Dulcie (Nee Rees) beloved Wife of the late Stan. Dearly loved Mam of Avril, much loved Grandma of Jamie, Daniel & Abbie. Funeral service to take place at the Salvation Army Hall Newbiggin on Friday 3rd January at 11am followed by committal at Cowpen Crematorium Blyth. Floral tributes may be sent. Enquiries to A. J. Gascoigne & Son. Tel. 01670 818351.
Jay Laws
Jay (Benwell) Tragically on Wednesday 16th October 2024 aged 35 years. Treasured son of Michelle and Joe. Loving brother of Joseph. Devoted dad of Miley and Jason. Much loved partner of Amy. Loved nephew of Florence and Dennis. Also a dear cousin of David, Chrissy, Gary and the late Dennis. Would all please meet for funeral service at West Road Crematorium on Friday 10th January at 12.00pm. Floral tributes welcome or donations gratefully received on behalf of Merton Lodge a collection box will be available following the service. All welcome afterwards to a venue to be announced at the service. All enquiries c/o Clark Pearson Funeral Directors, 2 Baroness Drive, Denton Burn, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE15 7AT. Tel 0191-2744373.
(Chapel Park, latterly Tudor Grange, Born Benwell) Peacefully after a long illness on 10th December aged 77 years, Gordon. Long-time Member, Captain and Player of Kirkley Cricket Club and former Member of the Springbank Social Club. Beloved Husband of Pat. Dearly loved Dad of Katie and Sarah. A dear Father in law of Paul and Keith. Cherished Grandad of Jess, Erin, Ella and Lucy and a dear Brother of Keith and the late Anne. Also a dear Brother in law of Carol and a dearly loved Uncle of Suzanne, Becca and Gina. Gordon will be dearly missed by all the family. Cremation at the West Road Crematorium on Monday 30th December at 10.30am. Friends please meet at the crematorium. All welcome back to the Jingling Gate for refreshments. All enquiries to R W Barrett & Son Funeral Services, 379 West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE15 7NL, Tel 0191 2410873.
(Gateshead) With great sadness on Tuesday 10th December 2024 passed away at Chesters Care Home, aged 90 years. Marjorie, devoted wife to the late Norman, loving mam to Mark and Gillian. Loved by all of her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brother and sister, nieces, nephews and friends. She is cherished and will be sadly missed by all. Friends please meet for Service at St. Alban’s Church, Windy Nook on Friday 3rd January at 1.00pm. Cremation to follow at Saltwell Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to the Alzheimer’s Society, a donation may be made at the service. Afterwards everyone welcome at The Angel View Inn.
(Don) Rickleton Suddenly at home on the 9th December 2024, aged 87 years, Donald (Don). Beloved husband of the late Sonia, much loved dad to Alyson and father-in-law to the late Tim. Dearly loved Grandad to Alexander and Elizabeth. Also partner and great friend to Kay. Don will be sadly missed by family and friends. Please meet for funeral service at Durham Crematorium on Friday 3rd January at 11:00am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to The British Heart Foundation. All enquiries to The Co-op Funeral Care, Chester-le-Street Tel: 0191 3871212.
Margaret Lyall
(nee Buglass) (North Shields) Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on 16th December 2024, aged 94 years. Margaret, beloved wife of the late Ramsey, a very much loved special mam to Rob, Susan, Val and Laura, dearly loved mother-in-law to Keith and Gordon, loving nana to Shaun, Lee, Gemma, Ashleigh and partners Crystal and Chris, and great nana to Landon and Harry. Dearly loved sister of Joan, Andy, Alan, and the late John, Evelyn and Elizabeth, and sister-in-law and aunt. Margaret will be sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at Tynemouth Crematorium on Friday 3rd January at 12.45pm. At the families request, could you please wear an item of colourful clothing. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to the Alzheimer’s Society.
(North Shields) Son of the late Hector and Minnie, brother of the late Florence and June, loving brother of Anne and Audrey. Loving uncle and great uncle. Hector will be missed by all who knew him. Private cremation to take place on Friday 27th December. The family would like to invite you to join them in a celebration of Hector’s life at The Catholic Club, North Shields on Thursday 9th January at 1pm.
(nee Broderick) (Crawcrook) On 19th December aged 88 years. Dearly beloved wife of Terry for almost 70 years. A dear mam, grandma and great-grandma. Joan will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Service and cremation will take place at West Road Crematorium on Friday 3rd January at 1:15pm. Private afterwards. Family flowers only please, donations for sportnewcastle.org.uk 1 Kepier Chare, Crawcrook, Ryton, NE40 4TS Tel: 0191 4132318
(North Shields) We are sad to announce the death of Maria Marchetti Mason who passed away on 14th December 2024. A Requiem Mass will be held at St. Cuthbert’s Catholic Church, North Shields on Tuesday 31st December at 10am, followed by cremation at Tynemouth Crematorium at 11:30am. Interment of the ashes will be in Barga, Italy at a later date. Any donations to The Stroke Association in place of flowers would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. E Turnbull & Son Albion Road North Shields NE29 0HE 0191 257 1201
(Greenside) Peacefully on 20th December aged 86 years. Dearly beloved husband of Margery. Dear dad of Janet, Alan and Steven, father-in-law to Colin, Julie and Debra. Much loved grandad of Amy, Glen, Liam, Callum and Shaun. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Saltwell Crematorium on Monday 6th January at 2:30pm. All are welcome afterwards to The White Swan, Greenside. Family flowers only please, donations for Cancer Research UK may be sent c/o 1 Kepier Chare, Crawcrook, Ryton, NE40 4TS Tel: 0191 4132318
Wallsend formerly North Shields Peacefully in hospital with his loving family by his side on Friday 13th December 2024 aged 74 years. Tony, loving husband of Diane, dear dad of Scott and Shaune, father in law of Kaye and Marie, loved grandad of Connor, Liam, Millie and Niamh, and a dear brother of Terry, Tom, Maria, David and the Late Johnny. Tony will be dearly missed by all his family, friends and work mates. Funeral Service to be held at Tynemouth Crematorium on Friday 3rd January at 9.45am. Family flowers only please. Charity donations to be sent to North Shields Fisherman’s Heritage Project Sort code 30 99 50 account 30720362 Cash donations welcome Charity reg no 1197252 https://nsfhp.org/ all enquiries to: W S Harrison 55 Station Road, Forest Hall Newcastle upon Tyne NE12 8AQ Tel 0191 2150775
(Terri) (Chapel House) Died peacefully in Sovereign Lodge Care Home on Saturday 7th December 2024 aged 94 years. Beloved daughter of the late Owen and Nancy McGinn. Please meet for Mass at St John Vianney RC Church, Hillhead Parkway NE5 1DP on Thursday 9th January at 10:00am, followed by cremation at the West Road Crematorium. Donations if desired can be made at the Mass in support of S.V.P. Afterwards friends are welcome for refreshments in the church hall. All enquiries c/o Mark Wait Funeral Service. Arlington Avenue, NE3 4TS Tel: 0191 2856635
(Bill) (Sheriff Hill) Peacefully in Primrose House Care Home Felling on 12th December 2024 aged 94 years Bill. Much loved husband of the late Betty. Funeral Service at Saltwell Crematorium on Monday 6th January at 12noon. Would friends please meet at crematorium. All enquiries to Martin Rankin Funeral Directors Tel:- 0191 4882255.
Cramlington formerly of Sterling. Frank passed away peacefully after a short illness on 10th of December 2024 with his family and close friends around him. Beloved Husband of the late Jean, much loved Dad of Julie and Angela, loving Father in law of Dennis and Steve, devoted Grandad of Craig, Lee and Natasha and a Great Grandad of Harry and Daisy. Frank will be very sadly missed by all his family and friends. Please meet for service and interment at Mayfield Cemetery, Cramlington on Monday December 30th at 11am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Pancreatic Cancer. All enquirers to, H Duckworth Funeral Directors, Cramlington. Tel 01670713218
Margaret Middlemiss
(Westerhope) Peacefully in hospital on Friday 20th December 2024 aged 79 years. Dearly loved and cherished wife of Bill. Much loved mam of Angela, Lynn and Janet. Also a treasured nana of Tom, Anna, Holly, Erin and Finley. Would all please meet for funeral service at West Road Crematorium on Friday 3rd January at 12.45pm. No flowers by request but donations gratefully received on behalf of St Oswald’s Hospice a collection box will be available following the service. All welcome afterwards to The Westerhope Golf Club. All enquiries c/o Clark Pearson Funeral Directors, 2 Baroness Drive, Denton Burn, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE15 7AT. Tel 0191-2744373.
(Tom) Peacefully on 11th December 2024 aged 94 years. Tom beloved husband of the Late Norma, loving dad of Lesley and Graeme, father-in-law of Neville and Vivienne, a devoted Grandad and Great Grandad who will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. A funeral service will take place at Tynemouth Crematorium on Monday, 30th December, 2024, at 10:30am. Family flowers only please.
01 October 1931 – 16 December 2024 It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Raymond Mills on 16th December 2024, at the age of 93 years. Raymond was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Kathleen, loving father to Christine and a proud grandfather to Rachel and Mathew. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends. Born on 1st October 1931, Raymond lived a long and fulfilling life, defined by kindness, integrity and a deep love for his family. His warmth, wisdom and gentle spirit touched the lives of everyone around him, leaving behind cherished memories that will endure forever. A service to celebrate Raymond’s life will take place at Whitley Bay Crematorium on 9th January 2025, at 10.30am. Family and friends are warmly invited to attend and honor his remarkable life. In lieu of flowers the family kindly request donations to Alzheimers Society, a cause close to Raymond’s heart. W S Harrison Funeral Directors 17 Claremont Crescent, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear, NE26 3HL Tel: 0191 252 8779
(Gosforth) Peacefully in Brunswick House Care Home. On 6th December aged 74 years David, dearly loved husband of Christine, dear father of Robert and Caroline and a beloved father-in-law, Papa and brother. Service and Cremation at the West Road Crematorium Newcastle on Monday 6th January 2025 at 2.45pm. Friends please meet at the Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu for Dementia UK. All enquiries please to James Hamilton Funeral Directors Darrell House Brunswick Village Tel: 0191 2366243
(Low Fell) Michael passed away on 14th December 2024, aged 78 years. Reunited with his late dear wife, Barbara, much loved dad of Stephen and Jonathan, father-in-law of Anna and Deborah, grandad of Samantha, William, Josie and James, great grandad of George, brother of Richard, brother-in-law of Janet, and uncle of Catherine and Jennifer. Michael will be forever loved, forever missed, and never forgotten. May he rest in peace. Friends, please join Michael’s family in a celebration of his life, which will take place on Friday 10th January 2025, 12 noon, at Saltwell Crematorium. The family request, for no black ties to be worn please. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu may be left following the service and proceeds will be forwarded to St Bede’s Hospice, at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Following the service, all are welcome to join the family at Gateshead Rugby Club, for an opportunity to continue sharing memories. Any enquiries please contact Co-op Funeralcare, Gateshead, on, Tel (0191) 482 2371.
(Gosforth) Passed away on Sunday 15th December 2024, aged 81 years. Frank, beloved Husband of Marian, cherished Dad of Shelley and loving Step Dad of Simon, adored Grandad to Saffia and a dearly missed Father-in-Law of Stephen. Frank will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at Trinity Church, Gosforth on Thursday 9th January 2025 at 1:30pm. Private committal to follow. Flowers welcome. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made, if desired, in aid of Children North East. Frank is much loved and will always be remembered.
Fiona Powell
Bensham. Fiona passed away peacefully in hospital on December 16th aged 56 years surrounded by her loving family. A beloved partner of John, a loving mam of Natasha and Adele and a devoted nana of Abbie, Alisha and Andrew. Also a loyal friend to Leslie and Lynn and to all who knew her. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at Saltwell Crematorium on Tuesday January 7th at 1.00pm. Family flowers only please a retiring collection will be held for Cancer Research. All are welcome to the Gateshead Legion Club Coatsworth Rd Gateshead NE8 4LL after the service to celebrate her life. All inquiries to; CM Walkers Family Funeral Services Morley House Front Street Felling Gateshead. 0191 4470180.
(Bedlington). Peacefully on 14th December 2024, aged 100 years & six months, beloved wife of the late Richard. She was also a proud mam, grandma, great grandma, sister, aunt, friend & neighbour. Please meet for funeral service at Cowpen Crematorium, Blyth on Tuesday 31st December at 10:45am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to be collected for The Alzheimer’s Society. At Irene’s request, please wear brighter & more colourful clothing if possible. All enquiries c/o John Grenfell & Son Funeral Directors, Bedlington, Tel 01670 823 204.
(Gateshead) Peacefully in St Marks Care Home Deckham on 6th December 2024 aged 78 years Norman Thomas. Funeral Service at Saltwell Crematorium on Monday 6th January at 10.30am. Would friends please meet at crematorium. Enquiries to Martin Rankin Funeral Directors. Tel:- 0191 4882255.
(Denton Burn) Peacefully on 5th December. Aged 97 years. Loraine (nee Davison). Beloved Wife of the late Bob. Dearly loved Mam of Irene, Ken and Valerie. Much-loved Nanna of Robert, Cheryl, Rowena, James, Katherine, Kevin, Paul and Joseph and a much-loved Great-Nanna of Jack, Megan, Billy, Ollie, Alice, Tom, Grace, Henry and Rosie and a Great-Great-Nanna of Henry. Also, a dear Mother-in-Law and Aunt. Loraine will be very dearly missed. Cremation at the West Road Crematorium on Friday 3rd January at 11.15am. Friends, please meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only please donations, in lieu of flowers, to St. Catherine’s Care Home. All welcome back to the Novotel Hotel Kingston Park. All enquiries to R W Barrett & Son Funeral Services, 379 West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE15 7NL, Tel 0191 2410873.
RYTON It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Clair on the 17th December peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family, aged 48 years. Clair beloved daughter to Alan and Liz. A much loved Mam to Dale and Bradley. Cherished sister to Alan. Clair will be sadly missed by all her Family & Friends. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at the West Road Crematorium, Newcastle on Tuesday the 7th January at 2.00 pm. Donations would be greatly received to MacMillan Cancer Support.
(Leam Lane) Suddenly at home on 30th November 2024 aged 50 years Kevin. Dearly loved dad of Steven, David, Abbigail, Katie, Becky and Stephi-Lee, step dad of Pamela and loving grandad of Adam, Evie, Rose, Lucas and Lillie. Kevin will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Service at Saltwell Crematorium on Thursday 2nd January at 1.45pm. Would friends please meet at crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Asthma and Lung UK may be left in the donation box provided at the service. All enquiries to Martin Rankin Funeral Directors Tel. 0191 4882255.
(Trevor) (Crawcrook) Peacefully in his sleep on the 20th December aged 70 years. Dearly beloved husband of the late Pat, dear dad of Angela and Chris and a loving grandad, brother and uncle. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Mountsett Crematorium on Tuesday 7th January at 2pm. All are welcome afterwards to The Runhead, Ryton. Family flowers only please, donations for St. Bede’s Hospice may be sent c/o 1 Kepier Chare, Crawcrook, Ryton, NE40 4TS Tel: 0191 4132318
(Alnwick) Tragically, on Sunday 8th December, aged 43 years. Much loved husband of Anna, loving Daddy of Oscar, treasured son of Christine and the late Michael, and a dear brother of Emily. Greatly loved and sadly missed by all his family and many friends. A private burial will be followed by a Celebration of Tom’s Life in St. Michael’s Parish Church, Alnwick on Friday 10th January at 2.00pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Northumberland National Park & North of Tyne Rescue Teams, Amble Coastguard Volunteers and The Wooden Spoon Charity.
Richard Wadley
(Rich) Annitsford formerly York. Rich passed away peacefully after a long illness on the 14th of December 2024 aged 74 years. Beloved Husband of Christine. Loving Dad of Nichola and her Partner Andy, devoted POP’S of Ava and Ivy. Rich will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Family and friends please meet for service at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Tuesday the 31st of December at 10.30am. Family flowers only please donations in lieu if desired to Lymphoma Action. All enquiries to H. Duckworth Funeral Directors, Cramlington. Tel: 01670 713218.
(Rawfoot) Peacefully at home on 13th December 2024, aged 73 years, much loved husband of Caroline, dearest father of Victoria, Sarah and Michael and a cherished granda. Funeral service at Northumberland Crematorium, Felton on Friday 10th January at 1.45pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Tynedale Hospice at Home.
(Ponteland) Peacefully in hospital on 13th December 2024 aged 94 years. Please meet for service at St, Mary’s Church, Ponteland on Monday 6th January at 1.15. Followed by private cremation. Collection will be held in lieu of flowers to St, Mary’s Church. W S Harrison Funeral Directors, 32 Merton Way, Ponteland, NE20 9PX. Tel: 01661 822 982
Peacefully on Wednesday 11th December, aged 77 years. Beloved husband of the late Patti and much loved Dad of Miranda, Sarah and Laura and Grampy Dave to his grandchildren. Family and friends, please meet for the service at West Road Crematorium, Newcastle at 12.45pm on Thursday 9th January. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Diabetes UK
In Memoriams
(nee Craig) Passed away two years ago, 23-12-22. Sadly missed by husband George, Daughter Hayley, Son Craig and Grandchildren Holly, Lucy, Ben, Leo and Great Grandchildren Ella and Rosie. Gone but never forgotten, she is always on my mind.
(nee Skeoch) (Birtley) 15/03/1932 – 23/12/2023 Mam One year has passed since you said “bye for now” The seasons have been and gone although it feels like you are still here. I miss your laughter, our chats, days out, Family gatherings you playing your piano singing and dancing. Our original dancing queen. In the still quiet cold December night I feel your spirit warming my heart. Celebrating Christmas without you I hope you know you are loved every day of the year. Your memory has become a treasure, a gift that lives inside my heart. I hope you are reunited with your husband Jerry your true love (Dad). I will never forget you Remembering you always with a smile. Until we meet again Karen ************ One year mam since you fell asleep to join dad in eternal peace. Every day I see you both smiling down at me and my children who you loved and enjoyed every minute you could. You and dad can now watch over them together though he never had the pleasure of meeting them, taken too soon from us all to enjoy. I will never forget your beautiful caring face and the eyes that longed your true love, taken from you for 50 years. The only thing that brings a smile through it all is knowing you are now with eternal love. My childhood with you both are memories treasured like they happened yesterday. Though my kids never had the pleasure to treasure my dad and have now lost you my stories of you both everyday will be talked about, to them all. You are thought of every day with loving memories forever, your loving daughter Lynn
Treasured memories of our darling, brave girl. Who fell asleep on 25th December 2019. Five years tomorrow we lost a treasure, one we wanted to keep forever. I know a voice I’d love to hear, two hands I’d love to touch, a face I love so much. So gentle, so brave, who never took but always gave. For God to take you on Christmas Day, he must have wanted someone very special and although you don’t want me to cry but I can’t understand why someone who deserved to live, had to be the one to die. The hardest part of all, we never said goodbye. Love and miss you Allison. See you in my dreams. Love Auntie Mary, Uncle Richy and Ty
(nee Southwell) A year ago you left us Mam, we miss you so very much. Thank you for always loving us and guiding us. You are the best Mother anyone could wish for. Your memory is a treasure, we hold you close within our hearts and there you shall remain. Until we meet again. God Bless. Elizabeth, Sam, Sandra and all your loving Family xxx
13/07/1948 to 28/03/2024 Your first Christmas in heaven, our first without you. At peace my darling safe at rest, we know God only takes the best. My love for eternity your broken hearted and devoted wife Carole. Daughters Michelle and Samantha. Sons In Law Stephen and Andrew. Grandchildren Harry, Nathan, Emily. Anna, Christina and Anna. Precious Great Grandad to Myles, Olivia and Ember. Always in our hearts, forever on our minds. In God’s arms and safe keeping. R.I.P
High Heaton, Tom Simpson 25/12/2006. My lovely Dad and gorgeous Grandad to Caitlin. Loved and missed so much every single day, You are a huge miss in our lives. Love you Dad, you meant the world to us, Jill and Caitlin xx
(Walkerdene) Treasured memories of a husband, dad and grandad. God must have wanted someone really special that Christmas morning He called your name. Each night I shed a silent tear as I speak to you in prayer, to let you know I miss you and just how much I care. Take my million tear drops and wrap them up in love, then ask the wind to carry them to my husband, the brightest star up above. Love always. Joyce, Stephen, Andrew, Natalie, Lincoln, Emerson and Great-Grandaughter Orlah xxx
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