Death notices and funeral announcements in The Newcastle Chronicle last week
by chroniclelive.co.uk · ChronicleLiveAnnouncing the passing of a loved one in local news media is a long standing tradition and we are proud of the trust placed in us to make these important announcements. Every notice published to our newspaper and news site also appears on funeral-notices.co.uk - the UK’s number one site for death notices and memoriams.
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Death Notices
William ADAMS
(Condercum Park) In St Oswald's Hospice with his family on Tuesday 8th October 2024 aged 87 years. Beloved husband of the late Maureen. Devoted father of Lynn, Debra and Louise. Dear father in law of David and Philip. Treasured granda of Katie, Jamie and Robert. Special great granda of Chester who will be sadly missed by all. All enquiries c/o Clark Pearson Funeral Directors, 2 Baroness Drive, Denton Burn, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE15 7AT. Tel 0191-2744373.
Robert BAINBRIDGE (Kenton)
(Kenton) Peacefully after a life well lived. At home with his loving family close by on Monday 14th October 2024 aged 92 years, Robert. Dearly beloved husband to the late Margaret, a loving Dad of Peter, Susan, Robert, Lynn, Margaret and Ann and father in law to Geoff, Anita, Malcolm and the late Kevin, proud grandad of Jacqueline and Mark; Victoria and Steven; Paula and Emma; Leanne and Dean; Kelly and Lee and great grandad of Lainee and Isla; Grace and Archie; Arianna, Olivia and Sophie and Esmae; Abbie and Emily; Taylor and great great grandad of Jude, much loved brother to Alf and the late Mary and Georgina and a special friend to so many. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at the West Road Crematorium on Thursday 31st October at 12:00 noon. Family flowers only please donations if so desired to the Alzheimer's Society.
Helen BAIRD
(Cramlington formerly Prudhoe) Passed away suddenly on 29th September 2024 at Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital, Cramlington aged 65 years. Helen, beloved daughter of the late Richard and June Baird, much loved sister of Wendy and loving Aunty of Claire and Mark as well as a good friend of Margaret and Moira. Would friends please meet for a service at Prudhoe Methodist Church on Friday 25th October at 11:00am followed by burial in Edgewell Cemetery, Prudhoe. Family flowers only please, donations will be gratefully received in aid of A Helping Paw. Co-op Funeralcare Victoria House, Front Street, Prudhoe NE42 5HN T: 01661 833078
Margaret Joan BANKS (Nee Mitchinson)
(Nee Mitchinson) (Westerhope formerly of Blakelaw) Peacefully on Thursday 10th October 2024 aged 92 years. Beloved wife of the late John. Loving mother of Richard. Much loved mother in law of Brenda Devoted grandma of Richard and Alison. Also a treasured great grandma of Abbie and Lucie. Would all please meet for funeral service at West Road Crematorium on Friday 25th October at 3.00pm. Family flowers only please but donations gratefully received on behalf of The British Heart Foundation, a collection box will be available following the service. All welcome afterwards to Benwell Hill Cricket Club. All enquiries c/o Clark Pearson Funeral Directors, 2 Baroness Drive, Denton Burn, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE15 7AT. Tel 0191-2744373.
Charlotte BELL
(nee McCarthy) (Whickham) Peacefully in Wallace House Dunston on 6th October 2024 aged 94 years Charlotte. Beloved wife of the late Gordon, much loved mam of Stephen, Sally-Ann and Michael, dear mother-in-law of Beverly and Bob, loving gran of Catherine and great gran of Isla. Will be sadly missed by all the family. Funeral Service at St. Mary the Virgin Parish Church Whickham on Friday 25th October at 12noon. Private Cremation to follow. Would family and friends please meet at church. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to Wallace House Residents Fund c/o Martin Rankin Funeral Directors 7 The Square Front Street Whickham NE16 4JB. All welcome afterwards at The Gibside Hotel, Whickham.
Margaret (Molly) BINGHAM
(Fawdon) Peacefully in hospital after a short illness on Wednesday 9th October 2024, aged 86 years. Molly, a beloved Wife, cherished Mam, loving Mother-in-Law and a much loved Sister. Molly will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service and cremation on Monday 28th October at 2:15pm at West Road Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made, if desired, in aid of Newcastle Charity at RVI and RNIB.
Alan BROADBENT
(Springwell Village) At home on October 12th 2024 aged 74 years Alan. A much loved partner of Brenda, dearly loved dad of Natalie and Debra, a loving grandad to Amber and partner Michael, also a dear brother to Sue and the late Don and Audrey. Would friends please meet for a funeral service and cremation at Birtley Crematorium on Friday 25th October at 10.00am. Family flowers only please, but donations may be made to the Macmillan Nurses. All welcome afterwards for refreshments at the Springwell Social Club. 0191 4782730
Jean CAIRNS (née Storey)
(née Storey) (Wideopen) Suddenly at home on 7th October, aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Martin, dear mam of Lisa, mother-in-law of Steve, a much loved grandma of Tyler. Friends, please meet for service at The West Road Crematorium on Friday 25th October at 12.45pm. All welcome to The Benedictine Club, Cramlington, NE23 6YA for refreshments afterwards. Jean loved colour, it was her request that people attending wear something bright and cheerful. Flowers, may be sent C/o Melrose Funeral Services, 39 Market Street, Dudley, NE23 7HS, or donations if preferred may be sent to The Alzheimer's Society. A donation box will be available at the service. Enquiries to Melrose Funeral Services, Dudley Tel. 2500100
George James CHARLTON
(Felling) Passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side, George much loved dad, grandad, great grandad and brother. Would family and friends please meet for the funeral service at Saltwell Crematorium on Friday 25th October 2024 at 12pm. Family flowers only please donations in lieu if so desired to the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation. Rest in peace. All enquiries to Watson's Funeral Directors Ltd, 282 Old Durham Road, Gateshead NE8 4BP. Telephone (0191) 477 1484.
Victor COWIE
(Washington) Suddenly but peacefully in Hospital, on 8th October, Victor, aged 86 years. Dearly loved Husband of Joyce, a dear Brother, Brother-in-law, Uncle and Friend to many. Would family and friends please meet for service at Sunderland Crematorium on Wednesday 30th October, at 1pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to The Stroke Association. A donation box will be provided at the service. In appreciation of his love for Newcastle United, an item of black and white to be worn at the service. Victor will be sadly missed by all his loving family and friends.
Elsie GIBSON (Whitley Bay)
(Whitley Bay) Passed away peacefully at home on 4th October 2024, aged 90 years. Dear sister of the late Laura, Dorothy, Harry and Nancy. Elsie will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Friday 1st November at 12pm. Family flowers only please. Donation in lieu if desired to Multiple Sclerosis. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Whitley Bay. Tel: 0191 252 5151
Brian (Darby) HEYWOOD
Columbia Washington Darby passed away peacefully at home on October 10th aged 85 years surrounded by his loving family. A beloved husband of the late Beryl (nee Emmerson). A dear dad Kevin, Garry, Paul and Sharon and a devoted grandad and great grandad. Also a dearest brother of Gordon, Terry, John, Billy, the late Bobby and Stephen and a very good friend to many. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at Birtley Crematorium on Friday October 25th at 2.30pm. All are welcome to the Westwood Club Columbia after the service to celebrate his life. All inquiries to; CM Walkers Funeral Services Village House Station Rd Columbia Washington NE38 7AS. 0191 4474949.
Isabel Jean JACQUES
née Burn (Seaton Delaval) Peacefully at Harwood Court Care Home on Monday 7th October 2024, aged 89 years. Jean, dearly loved wife of the late Jimmy, treasured sister of Albert and Alice and dear sister in law of Mary and Ken. Jean is much loved by her nieces and nephews, Jan, Allison, Mark, Heather, Stephen and the late Paula, also dearly loved by the Jacques family. Family and friends please meet at Whitley Bay Crematorium for service on Thursday 31st October at 3.00pm. Family flowers only, donations if so desired to Cerebra.org.uk Afterwards welcome back to the Tynemouth Castle Inn for refreshments. W.S. Harrison Funeral Directors Shields Road, Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 2UD. Tel 0191 2655415.
George JAMESON
(Newcastle) Suddenly on Monday 23rd September 2024 aged 73 years. Beloved husband of Margaret. Much loved dad of Helen, George, Karen and Stephen. Loving father in law of Julie and Chris. Devoted grandad of Rachel, Stephen, Dean, George and Penelope. Treasured great grandad of Ella and Jack. Also a dearly loved brother of his family in Scotland. Would all please meet for funeral service at West Road Crematorium on Friday 25th October at 1.15pm. Floral tributes welcome. All enquiries c/o Clark Pearson Funeral Directors, 2 Baroness Drive, Denton Burn, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE15 7AT. Tel 0191-2744373.
Margaret LAWSON (Nee Snowdon)
(Nee Snowdon) (Morpeth) Late of Wideopen. Peacefully in hospital after a short illness, on 2nd October aged 75 years. Margaret, dearly loved mum of Susan and Joanne, mother-in-law of Andy and Vicky, adored gran of Amber, Finlay and Zac, dearest sister of James and sister-in-law of Irene. Would friends please meet for a service at St John's Church, Kingston Park on Friday 25th October at 1pm, this will be followed by a private cremation. All are welcome to stay for refreshments at St Johns Church following the service. Family flowers only please. All enquiries please to James Hamilton Funeral Directors Darrell House Brunswick Village. Tel: 0191 2366243
Malcolm LINDSEY
(Cramlington) Peacefully in hospital on Friday 11th October 2024, aged 76 years. Malcolm, loving husband of the late Ann, dear dad of Andrew and Rob and grandad of Emma. Family flowers only please. Funeral Service to be held at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Tuesday 29th October at 1.30. W S Harrison 155-159 Salters Road, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 4HJ Tel: 0191 2858376
George Alan MATTHEWSON
(Belford) Passed away peacefully in hospital, with his family around him on the 4th October aged 83 years. Alan, beloved husband of Vicky, much loved dad of David and John, dearly loved granda of Ellie, Declan and Martha and great granda of Lana, Reiha and Ralph. Greatly loved and will be sadly missed. Friends please meet for funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Belford on Friday 25th October at 1pm followed by interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only please, donations if desired may be given at church for the benefit of The Great North Air Ambulance, enquiries c/o William Purves Funeral Directors, tel 01668 510699.
Michael MAUGHAN (West Denton)
(West Denton) It is with incredibly deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Michael on the 2nd October 2024 aged 25 years A loving son, grandson, brother, nephew and the most loyal and kind friend. He will be in all of our hearts forever Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at West Road Crematorium on Friday 25th October at 10.30am. Floral tributes welcome and may be sent to Co-op Funeralcare, Westerhope, Newcastle, NE5 1LX, Tel:(0191) 2868580 All welcome afterwards at The Peregrine.
William (Bill) PEVERLEY
(Bill) (East Sleekburn). Passed away peacefully on 1st October 2024 aged 97 years. Much loved husband of the late Margaret, dad to Jill, father-in-law to Nicholas and a loving granda and great-granda. Please meet for funeral service at Bedlington Station Colliery Methodist Church on Friday 25th October 2024 at 1.30pm followed by cremation at Cowpen Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations gratefully received in aid of Wansbeck Palliative Care.
David PROCTOR
The family wish to announce the death of a dearly loved father, grandfather and great grandfather on 9th October 2024, aged 92 years. Also the death of grandson Ewan Donnachie aged 41 years on 7th October in Munich. Husband of Masha and father of Jane and Theodore. To be remembered on 28th October, 11am at Spoor Memorial Methodist Church, Whickham. Private interment for David Proctor will be held at Garden House Cemetery, Swalwell, beforehand. In His presence is fullness of joy.
David PROCTOR
The family wish to announce the death of a dearly loved father, grandfather and great grandfather on 9th October 2024, aged 92 years. Also the death of grandson Ewan Donnachie aged 41 years on 7th October in Munich. Husband of Masha and father of Jane and Theodore. To be remembered on 28th October, 11am at Spoor Memorial Methodist Church, Whickham. Private interment for David Proctor will be held at Garden House Cemetery, Swalwell, beforehand. In His presence is fullness of joy.
Alison Helen ROBINSON
Newbiggin by the Sea Passed away peacefully in hospital on 14th October 2024 aged 76 years. Alison (Helen) devoted Wife of the late John. Dear Daughter of Robert & Alison Moffat. Cherished Aunt to Michael, Neil, Karen & Stuart she will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral service to take place at St. Bartholomew's Church Newbiggin on Friday 25th October at 11.00am, followed by interment at the churchyard. Donations in lieu of flowers to Shine & Disabled Motoring UK a collection box will be available at the Church. Enquiries to A. J. Gascoigne & Son. Tel. 01670 818351.
John William (Gibside) ROBSON
Gibside (Swalwell) Suddenly at home on 8th October 2024 aged 65 years Gibside. Dear brother of the late Brenda and Kathryn, brother-in-law of John and the late Bob, much loved uncle of Christine, Marc, Cheryl and Stacey. Will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral Service at Mountsett Crematorium on Friday 25th October at 2.45pm. Would friends please meet at crematorium. Floral Tributes may be sent to Martin Rankin Funeral Directors 7 The Square Front Street Whickham NE16 4JB. Private Afterwards.
Kenneth Davison SANDLAND (Dumpling Hall)
(Dumpling Hall) Peacefully after a life well lived. With his loving wife by his side. On Monday 14th October 2024, aged 80 years, Ken. Dearly beloved husband to Ann, a loving dad of Alan, Kenny and father in law Adele, a proud grandad to Jennifer, Amy and Miley (Jam) a much loved brother to Vera, Audrey, Joe and the late Henry, Doreen and Megan and a special friend to so many. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at the West Road Crematorium on Tuesday 29th October at 1:30 pm. Family flowers only please donations if so desired to the Marie Curie Hospice.
Linda SHEPHERD
(Walker) Peacefully on 9th October. Aged 70 years. Linda. Dearly loved Mam of Andrew, Richard, Stephen and Crystal. A dear Mother-in-Law of Emma, Kelly and Paul. A much-loved Nanna of Linda, Sophia Bell, Summer Angel, Andrew, Richard, Ethan, Reece, Charley and Stephen and a much-loved Great Nanna. Also, a dear Sister of John, Peter, Margaret, Trish, Kathleen and the late Jimmy. Linda will be dearly missed. Cremation at the West Road Crematorium on Friday 25th October at 2.45pm. Friends, please meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only please donations, in lieu of flowers, to the Marie Curie Hospice. All enquiries to R W Barrett & Son Funeral Services, 379 West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE15 7NL, Tel 0191 2410873.
Carol Ann (Throckley) SMITH (Nee Dodds)
(Nee Dodds) (Throckley) Suddenly but peacefully after a life well lived, in hospital with her loving husband by her side. On Thursday 10th October 2024, aged 79 years, Carol. Dearly beloved wife to Ronnie, a loving sister of John, a much loved sister in law to Brenda Sue and Walter, a proud aunty to Louise, Gillian and Stephen and a special friend to so many. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at St Mary's Church Throckley on Wednesday 30th October at 12:00 noon, followed by committal and farewell at the West Road Crematorium for 1:15pm. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to Cancer Research UK. The family would also like to invite everyone back to the Bank Top Club at Throckley after the service to continue the celebration of Carol's life.
Raymond SOMERVILLE
(North Kenton) Passed away peacefully on 7th October 2024, aged 71 years. Beloved husband of Pauline, much loved dad of Kathleen and Michelle, special grandad of Colin, Callum, Raymond, Liam and Alex, great grandad of Callum John, and proud father in law of Carl and Ray. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Service to be held at the West Road Crematorium on Friday 25th October at 10.15am. Flowers welcome or donations to Bowmont House. W S Harrison, 155-159 Salters Road, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 4HJ Tel: 0191 2858376
Doris (Crawcrook) STOKOE (nee Greener)
(nee Greener) (Crawcrook) Peacefully in hospital on 13th October, aged 90 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Bill, much loved mam of Kevin and Anne, devoted grandma of Rubie, George and Polly and a dear sister and auntie. Friends please meet for service at The Church of the Holy Spirit, Crawcrook, on Monday 28th October at 1.15pm, prior to cremation at Mountsett Crematorium. All are welcome afterwards to Crawcrook Social Club. 1 Kepier Chare, Crawcrook, Ryton, NE40 4TS. Tel : 0191-4132318
Roger SYKES
(Gosforth) Peacefully in hospital on 14th October 2024 aged 76 years. Devoted and beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle of all the family. Please meet for service at West Road Crematorium on Wednesday 30th October at 3.00pm. Family flowers only A collection will be held in aid of RNLI. John Bardgett & Sons Funeral Directors Oakwood House, 571 Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 9PQ. Tel: 0191 2739292
Allan THOMPSON
(Rowlands Gill) Suddenly on 4th October 2024, aged 60 years, Allan, beloved husband of Chris, adored dad of Sarah and Lucy, dear father-in-law of Ethan also loving son of Ann and the late Billy. Would friends please meet for Service and Cremation at Mountsett Crematorium, Dipton on Friday 25th October at 2pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Diabetes UK. All welcome back to Garesfield Golf Club, Chopwell NE177AP for refreshments
Valerie Helen (Val) TURNER
(Val) Rowlands Gill formerly of Newton Road (High Heaton). Suddenly on 9th October 2024, aged 66 years. Val, loving wife of the late Stephen, sadly missed mam of Stephen, and also by everyone who knew her. Would family and friends please meet for Funeral Service on Monday 28th October at Mountsett Crematorium at 12:30pm. Family flowers only please Donations if desired to The Cat and Dog Shelter, a donation box will be available following the service. Private Afterwards All enquiries to: W. Lauderdale & Son Funeral Services 0191 4604698
Eric VARTY
(Wooler) Formerly of Whickham. Peacefully in Ashington Grange Care Home on 3rd October 2024 aged 85 years Eric. Youngest son and last surviving family sibling of the late Elizabeth Jane and Stephen. Will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral Service at Mountsett Crematorium on Thursday 31st October at 11.45am.. Would family and friends please meet at crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to Diabetes UK c/o Martin Rankin Funeral Directors 7 The Square, Front Street, Whickham, NE16 4JB. All welcome afterwards at The Hobson Hotel.
John WALKER
(Byker) Peacefully on Wednesday 9th October 2024, aged 86 years. John, loved brother of Richard and he late Betty, Jimmy, Frances and Jean. John will be sadly missed by all his nieces and nephews. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to Garden Lodge Care Home Social Fund. Will family and friends please meet at the West Road Crematorium on Wednesday 30th October at 10.30am. All welcome back to the Benwell Hill Cricket Club for refreshments after the service. W.S. Harrison Funeral Directors Shields Road, Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 2UD. Tel 0191 2655415.
Thora WATSON (GREAT LUMLEY)
(GREAT LUMLEY) Peacefully in hospital on the 2nd October 2024, aged 90 years, Thora. Beloved wife of the late Frank, much loved mam to Kevin, Neville, Lynn and Jacqueline, also Grandma and little Nanna to all the family. Thora will be sadly missed by family and friends. Please meet for funeral service at Christ Church Great Lumley on Friday 25th October at 11:30am prior to interment in Lumley Cemetery. All enquiries to the CO-OP Funeralcare Chester le Street Tel: 0191 3871212
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