Death notices and funeral announcements in The Chronicle Newcastle last week

A selection of tributes to people from around the North East who have passed away in the past few weeks

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Death Notices

James (Jim) ARMSTRONG

(Jim) Passed away peacefully at home aged 71 years. Dad of Paul. Brother of Jeff and Jed. Brother in law and Uncle. Funeral Service to take place at Tynemouth Crematorium on Friday 18th October at 3pm. No flowers please, by request. Donations, if so desired, will be greatly received for Macmillan Nurses. A donation box will be available at the crematorium. Co-op Funeralcare North Shields Mill House Billy Mill Avenue NE29 0QR

Dorothy BALL (NEE STEWART)

Peacefully with her loving sister Sharon and nieces Dorothy and Lynn by her side on 8th October aged 75 years. A beloved wife of the late Bobby. A dearly loved sister of Jimmy, Ellen, Clifford, Sharon and the late Margaret, Adam, Minnie, Jessie and Kathleen. Friends and family please meet for service at Tynemouth Crematorium on Wednesday 23rd October at 1:30pm. Afterwards all warmly welcome back to King Street Social Club for refreshments and to carry on the celebration of Dorothy's life.

Terry BLYTHE

Peacefully at home on September 24th aged 71 years Terry, a devoted Husband to Sandra, an amazing Dad to Mel and Wayne. A loved Father in law to Chris and a cherished Granda to Charlie and Joe. Terry fought a long illness with strength and dignity and will always be forever in our hearts xxxxxx

Ernie BRIDGES

(Morpeth) Passed away on Monday 30th September, aged 81 years. Much loved Dad of Paul, Susan and Joe, dearly loved Grandad to his thirteen grandchildren and a dear brother of Sylvia, Sheila, Vic and Hazel. Greatly loved and sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Service in St. Mary's Church, Morpeth, on Friday 25th October at 11.30am, followed by a private, family cremation.

Marjorie BURROWS

(Belford/Scremerston) Peacefully passed away at Beech Tree Care Home on Sunday 6th October 2024. Beloved wife of the late James, Mother of David, much loved Grandma, Great Grandma and Auntie to the whole family. Small graveside service to be held at St Peter's Church, Scremerston on Tuesday 22nd October at 1:00pm. Family flowers only. Family and friends please meet at the churchyard.

Margaret CAVE

née Lindsley (Gosforth) Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday 21st September, aged 85 years. A loving mam to Martin and a doting nan to Jess, Alex and Antonia and nan to Noah too. Her charm and quirky humour will be very sadly missed by all who knew her. Would family and friends please meet at the West Road Crematorium, East Chapel on Friday 18th October at 10.30a.m. A donation box will be available at the service. Oakwood House, 571 Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 9PQ. Tel: 0191 2739292

Joan Doreen COWANS

(Whitby formerly of Goathland) Peacefully on 26th September in Peregrine House, aged 91 years. A very dear cousin and friend to many. Private cremation to be held in Woodlands Crematorium prior to a celebration of her life to be held in St Hilda's Church, West Cliff, Whitby, on Friday 25th October at 1.30pm. No flowers please. Graeme Buckle Funeral Directors, 19 Helredale Road, Whitby North Yorkshire, YO22 4JG Tel: 01947 825586

Florence May (May) DAVISON (Lumsden)

(Lumsden) (May) May passed away peacefully at home on 20th September 2024, aged 84 years. Dearly loved wife of Eddie, much loved mam of Kim, Lynne, Susan, Karen, Denise and Robert and step mam to Alan and Michelle. Loving Mother-in-Law, Nanna, Great Nanna and Great-Great Nanna. Dear sister to Jimmy, Maureen and the late Sheila, Pamela and Margaret. May will be sadly missed by all her family and her many friends. There will be a remembrance of life for May for all her family and friends to be held at Heaton Buffs Club (Lounge) on 25th October from 14-30 p.m.

Frank Stuart DEMBRY

(Cullercoats) Frank Stuart Dembry age 79, sadly passed away peacefully on Wednesday 25th September 2024 at Cramlington Hospital. A father who was much loved by Andrew, Frank and Stephen, ex-husband to Willene, dearly loved grandfather of Daniel, Ethan, Scarlett, Keira, Ebony, Imogen and Tallulah, father-in-law to Sheryl, Rachel and Sam, beloved brother of Maureen, George and Eric. Funeral service will be held at Tynemouth Crematorium on Friday 18th October at 1:30pm. Family flowers only please; donations in lieu can be made to Maggies and Macmillian Cancer Support. Family, friends, neighbours and all who knew Frank are welcome to attend his funeral and wake to celebrate his life at Cullercoats Crescent Club. All enquiries please to James Hamilton Funeral Directors Darrell House Brunswick Village. Tel: 0191 2366243

George Graham (Geordie) FORBES

(Geordie) (Wallsend) Peacefully in his sleep on the 9th October aged 83 years. Devoted husband of Isobel, much loved dad of Stephen, Carole and Joanne, a dearly loved father-in-law of Steve and Linda, cherished brother of Tom and the late Joy and Babs and a very proud granda and great-granda to all of his grandchildren. Family and friends please meet for funeral service on Friday 25th October at 11.15 at Tynemouth Crematorium. Family flowers only but donations in lieu, if desired, may be made at the crematorium to Admiral Nurses and Age UK. Any enquiries T. Moore & Family, Funeral Directors, 21-23 High Street East, Wallsend, NE28 8PF Tel. 0191 5974142.

Monica Mary GRANT (nee Lourie)

(nee Lourie) (Gosforth) Died peacefully on Tuesday 1st October aged 89. Loving wife of the late Tony. Sister to Barbara and Phil. Much loved mum to Matthew and Stephanie and mother-in-law to Alyson. Adored gran to Andrew and Rachel. She will be deeply missed by all her family and friends. Please meet at Church of the Holy Name, Jesmond, for a celebration of Monica's life at 10am on Thursday October 24th. Family flowers only, donations in lieu can be made with great thanks to St. Oswald's Hospice. All enquiries to E Turnbull & Son 0191 2571201. Albion Road North Shields NE29 0HE

Marina GRAY (nee Wilson, formerly Glass)

(nee Wilson, formerly Glass) (Alnwick) Suddenly at home, on Wednesday 2nd October, aged 91 years. Beloved wife of the late Bob Gray and the late Alan Glass, a dear sister of Carol, the late Iona and the late Eunice, a much loved auntie, great auntie and great great auntie. Funeral Service at Northumberland Crematorium, Felton, on Thursday 24th October at 3.00pm.

Charles Derek GREENER

(Newcastle upon Tyne) Peacefully in Merlin Manor Care Home aged 95 years. Beloved husband of Marina, much loved father of Paul and the late Susan, esteemed uncle of Martin, cherished grandfather of Emma and Alex, special great-grandfather of Martha, James and Daisy, dear grandfather-in-law of Paul and popular friend of the model yachting clubs in the Newcastle area. Requiem mass to be offered in Church Of The Holy Name, Jesmond on Tuesday 22nd October at 10.30am prior to committal in West Road Crematorium, Newcastle. All are welcome please meet at Church. Meynell & Masons Funeral Directors 129 Park Road, Hartlepool, Cleveland, TS26 9HT Tel: 01429 862021

Raymond GRIFFITHS

(Morpeth) Peacefully on Friday 27th September, aged 89 years. Beloved husband of the late Mary, a dear brother of Derek and a much loved uncle of Kevin, Jeannette, Gillian and Michael. Dearly loved and sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Service in St. Mary's Church, Morpeth on Thursday 24th October at 11.30am followed by cremation at Northumberland Crematorium, Felton.

Joseph (Joe) HALL

(Joe) (Lobley Hill) Peacefully in the QE Hospital on the 25th September 2024 aged 89 years. Joe, beloved Husband of the late Anne, much loved Dad of Joe, David, Brian, Kevin, Stephen and Graeme, also a dear Father in Law, brother and Grandad. Would all please meet for Funeral Service on Friday 11th October 2024, 11:15am at Saltwell Crematorium, Family flowers only please but donations if desired to Dementia UK, a collection box will be available following the service, Afterwards all welcome to The Nine Pins. All enquiries to W. Lauderdale & Son Funeral Services 0191 460 4698

Gerald Royston HARDING (Throckley)

(Throckley) Suddenly but peacefully after a life well lived. On Friday 27th September 2024 aged 85 years, Gerry. Dearly beloved husband to the late Maureen, a loving dad to Angela, Denise and father in law to Alan and the late Tony, a proud grandad of Toni, Vikki, Richard and great grand children Dominic and Mia and a special friend to so many. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at the West Road Crematorium on Tuesday 22nd October at 12:30 pm. Family flowers only please donations if so desired to the British Heart Foundation.

Keith HARKESS (Killingworth formerly West Moor)

(Killingworth formerly West Moor ) Peacefully in Hospital on 2nd October, aged 70 years, Keith. A beloved husband of Dawn. A dearly loved step-dad of Michelle and Mark and father-in-law of Steven and Vic. Also a much loved grandad of Evie, Austin & Esme and much loved by his loving companion dog Oscar. Family and friends please meet for service at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Tuesday 15th October at 12 noon. Family flowers only by request. Donations in lieu if desired to Cancer Research UK. A collection plate will be available at the Crematorium. W S Taylor & Sons Limited 2 - 3 Meadowfield Terrace Forest Hall 0191 - 2709677

June (Blaydon) HIND

(Blaydon) Peacefully on 7th October aged 86 years, June (nee Potter). Dearly loved wife of the late David, dearest Mam of Judith and Graeme, dear mother in law of Robbie and Helen and much loved Grandma of Reeva. Also a dearest sister of the late Carole and David, a dear sister in law of Beverley and a loving auntie. Friends invited to service at Saltwell Crematorium on Thursday 17th October at 12 noon. All welcome afterwards at Eslington Villa. Family flowers only please but donations in lieu may be made at the service for Marie Curie Cancer Care E Bush Funeral Director 79-83 Old Durham Road Gateshead Tel No 0191 477 1726

Jim INNES

(High Heworth) On 6th October 2024, aged 86 years. Jim, dearly beloved Husband of Sheila, much loved Dad of Ian and Trudi, much loved Father-in-law of Deborah and Gary, also much loved Grandad of Jack, Amy, Joe and Alfie. Jim was much loved by all family and friends. Service and cremation at Saltwell Crematorium on Friday 18th October, at 1.45pm. Friends please meet at Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired to The British Heart Foundation. A donation may be made at the service. Afterwards everyone welcome at Gateshead Rugby Club.

John Patrick JUKES

(Whickham) Peacefully at Chase Park Nursing Home on 1st October 2024 aged 88 years John. Much loved husband of Evelyn, dearly loved dad of Paul, Anne-Marie, Steven and Lynsey, dear father-in-law of Elaine, Angela and David and a loving grandad, brother and brother-in-law. Requiem Mass at St. Mary's R. C. Church Dockendale Lane, Whickham on Thursday 17th October at 10.00am. Cremation to follow at Saltwell Crematorium at 11.15am. Would friends please meet at church or crematorium. All welcome afterwards at Swalwell Cricket Club.

Alma Patricia KELTIE (Killingworth)

(Killingworth) Peacefully at Byker Hall Care Home on 21st September, aged 90 years, Alma. Much loved wife of the late George. Loving and adored mam of Ian and Susan and mother-in-law of Brad. A treasured gran of Lee, Kyle and Peri. Alma will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Please meet for service at West Road Crematorium on Friday 18th October at 12:30pm. Family flowers only by request. Donations in lieu if desired to Alzheimer's Society, a collection plate will be available at the Crematorium. WS Taylor & Sons 2-3 Meadowfield Terrace Forest Hall NE12 9ES Tel: 0191 2709677

Michael LYNN

(Consett) Passed away peacefully alongside his wife Lesley on 26th September aged 72 years. A private direct cremation has taken place. A memorial celebration of life will take place on Friday 18th October at 1pm at Castleside Club. All family and friends welcome to attend.

James Kenneth (Kenny) MACKIN

(Kenny) (Consett) Passed away peacefully on 1st October aged 71 years. James, loving husband to Josie, beloved father to Joseph and the late Claire, a grandad, great grandad and brother to all the family. Funeral service will be held on Friday 18th October at 10.15am at Mountsett Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Cancer Research U.K. All enquiries to Derwentside Funeral Service Tel 01207 234444

Raymond (formerly of Gateshead) MCCAUGHEY (Chopwell)

(Chopwell) (formerly of Gateshead) Peacefully in hospital on 6th October, aged 66 years. Dearly beloved husband of the late Joan, dear dad of Michael and Raymond and a much loved grandad, great grandad and brother. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Saltwell Crematorium on Tuesday 22nd October at 1.00pm. All are welcome afterwards to Leam Lane Social Club. Any enquiries to : 1 Kepier Chare, Crawcrook, Ryton, NE40 4TS. Tel : 0191-4132318

Hugh MCGARVIE

(Wallsend) On 30th September aged 90 years. Beloved husband of the late Evelyn, loving dad to Evelyn, Aidan, Gerard and Marie, a much loved grandad, great-grandad, brother, brother-in-law and father-in-law. Family and friends please meet for Requiem Mass at Our Lady and St Columba's Church, Wallsend on Wednesday 23rd October at 12.45pm followed by interment at Holy Cross Cemetery at 2.00pm. May he rest in peace.

Peter James MONEY (Wallsend)

(Wallsend) Peacefully passed away on 27th September 2024 aged 82 years. A beloved husband of the late Anne and a much loved dad to Simon and the late Jane. Peter will be sadly missed by all who loved and knew him. Funeral service to take place at Tynemouth Crematorium on 25th October 2024 at 10:30am. Donations in lieu of flowers to The British Heart Foundation. All enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare 105-109 High Street West Wallsend NE28 8JD 0191 2625100

Susan NELSON (nee Thompson)

(nee Thompson) (Stakeford) Suddenly after a short illness on the 27th September aged 68 Years. Beloved wife of Bob, much loved mam of Lorraine and Robert and a dearly loved grandma of Luke, Anya, Evie, George and Harry, a dear sister of Elaine and aunty of Gemma and Steven. Friends please meet for funeral service on Friday 18th October at 1.00pm at Blyth Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the benefit of Daft As A Brush may be given at the crematorium, enquiries c/o William Purves Funeral Directors, Tel 01670 812117.

Ron PECKHAM

(Ponteland) Passed away on 28th September 2024, aged 87 years. Much loved dad of Simon, Nick and the late Christopher, loving grandad of Alexandra, Antonia and Max, cherished brother of Barbara and the late Derek. Service to be held at the West Road Crematorium on Thursday 24th October at 2pm. Family flowers only. W.S. Harrison Funeral Directors, 32 Merton Way, Ponteland, NE20 9PX. Tel: 01661 822 982

Lorraine PRICE (NEE SPEIGHT)

(Benwell) Sadly passed away with her loving family by her side on Friday 27th September 2024, aged 71 years. Lorraine, loving mam of Paul, Leigh, Karl and the late Mark and Craig, adored nana of Scott, Dale and Danielle, a dear great nana of Bradley and Alex, sister of Alan, Paul and Steven. Would family and friends meet at the West Road Crematorium on Monday 21st October at 12.30. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired to Marie Curie. Please wear an item of pink.

Les RICHARDSON

(Wallsend) Died peacefully on 13th September, aged 67 years. Beloved husband of Christine, much loved father of Lyndsey, Stephen and David. A dear father in law of Heather and Emily. Grandfather of Joshua, Owen, Dominic, Luke, Isla and Georgia. Service to be held at Durham Crematorium on Friday 11th October at 1.00pm. A celebration of his life service to be held at Newcastle City Temple Salvation Army on Sunday 20th October at 5:00pm.

Doreen RICHARDSON (née Bell)

(née Bell) (Gateshead) Doreen passed away peacefully in the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on 7th October 2024, aged 84 years. Much loved wife of Bryan, mam of Susan and Clare, mother-in-law of Jon, grandma of Gemma and her partner Lee, Tom, Jessica, Isabelle, great grandma of Zak, sister of June, Irene and Linda. Doreen was loved beyond words and will be deeply missed. Funeral service to take place on Monday 21st October at Saltwell Crematorium at 10:30am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu will be received on the day with proceeds going to Dementia UK. A donation box will be available at the crematorium. All attending are invited to wear bright colours in Doreen's memory. Any enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Windy Nook, on (0191) 482 2371.

Joyce SALISBURY (West Denton)

(West Denton) Peacefully at home after a life well lived. With her loving family close by on Sunday 6th October 2024 aged 92 years, Joyce. Dearly beloved wife to Maurice, a loving mam of David, Dee, Maurice and mother in law to Gail, Phill, Christine and Steve, a proud nana to Jacqui, David, Stacey, Scott, Steven and his wife Rachel and a special friend to so many. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at the West Road Crematorium on Wednesday 23rd October at 12:00 noon. Family flowers only please donations if so desired to the Marie Curie Hospice.

Ian (Whitley Bay) THORP

(Whitley Bay) It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ian Thorp, who passed away peacefully on 27th September 2024 aged 91 years. Ian had a career at sea, before working as a lecturer in marine engineering at Newcastle University. Loving Husband to the late Winifred, who died in 2018. Dad to Steve, Simon & Judith; Father in Law to Mary, Sue & Becky; Grandad to Jenny, Sarah, Ruth, Ella, David, Ben, Izzy & Iona and Great-Grandad to Freya and Ellie. He was much loved and will be greatly missed. Family and friends please meet for Ian's funeral at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Monday 21st October at 12:00 noon. No flowers please, donations in Ian's memory are to go to The Bay Foodbank. All are welcome to join the family after the service, at the Tavern & Galley, Whitley Bay. E Turnbull & Son North Shields 0191 257 1201

Jac WALL (Throckley)

(Throckley) Peacefully in hospital with her loving kids by her side on 1st October 2024 aged 63 years Jac a loving mam of Angie, Katie, Amy, Mark and Daisy, also a dear mother in law of Jordon and Gary, worshiped Barh-Barh of Mason, Baby Daniel, Summer, Abbie, Hollie, Harrison and Lydia, and a dearly loved sister. At Jac's wishes no formal funeral will be held but a celebration of her life will be held at The Engine Inn, Walbottle on Friday 18th October 3pm onwards, no dress code but please feel free to wear colour as this is what Jac would want.

Ivan WILKINSON

(Seaton Sluice) After a valiant fight, peacefully on 5th October 2024, aged 80 years. Ivan, beloved husband of Mary. Devoted dad of Carl and Glynn also adoring grandad to Laura, Kyle and Ilona. Ivan will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. A funeral service will be held at Cowpen Crematorium on Monday 28th October 2024 at 11:30am. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired to Macmillan Nurses. A donation box will be available at the crematorium. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Blyth, 01670 352880.

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