Death notices and funeral announcements in The Chronicle Newcastle this week (2024)

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Death notices

Eric ANNIS

Passed away suddenly aged 64 years. Treasured husband to Lynn, much loved dad to Lucy and Robbie and adored grandad to Grace. Also, a dear brother to Catherine and the late Gordon. Eric will be missed so much by everyone who knew him. Funeral service to take place at West Road Crematorium on Friday 30th August at 10:30am. Newcastle football shirts or rock t-shirts to be worn, no formal attire. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired, will be gratefully received for Marie Curie. Wallsend Coop Funeralcare 105-109 High Street West Wallsend NE28 8JD 0191 262 5100

John BANNON

(Sheriff Hill) Suddenly on 18th August aged 81 years, John. Dearly loved husband of Lillian, dearest Dad of Robert and Bryan, dear father in law of Sandra and a much loved Grandad and Great Grandad. Also a dear brother of Danny. Friends invited to service at Saltwell Crematorium on Thursday 29th August at 12 noon. Family flowers only please but donations in lieu may be made at the service for Diabetes UK and the British Heart Foundation

Patricia (Pat) (CRAWCROOK) BELL (Formerly Hunter, nee Atkinson)

(Formerly Hunter, nee Atkinson) (CRAWCROOK) Peacefully on 23rd August, aged 94 years. Beloved wife of the late Alex and the late Raymond, loving mam of Alastair and Claire, sister of Kath, great grandma of Bella and a dear aunty and cousin. Friends please meet for service and cremation at West Road Crematorium on Tuesday 3rd September at 2pm. No need to wear black. Donations for Alzheimer's Society may be sent c/o 1 Kepier Chare, Crawcrook, Ryton, NE40 4TS. Tel : 0191-4132318

William Alfred (Alfie) BRYAN

(Alfie) (North Shields) Peacefully at Redesdale Court on 16th August, aged 87 years. Beloved Husband of the late Sheila, loving Dad of Philip and Angela and Father in Law to Deb and Des. Much loved Grandad of Lucy, Ross, Hannah and Alfie. Would friends please meet for service at Tynemouth Crematorium on Tuesday 3rd September at 12.45pm. Family flowers only. Donations may be made in lieu to Alzheimer's Society for which a donation box will be available at the service Enquiries c/o William Purves Funeral Directors, 40 Earsdon Road, Monkseaton. Tel: 0191 2523635

William (Bill) BRYDON

(Bill) (Walker) Passed away peacefully on Thursday 22nd August 2024 aged 87 years. Bill, dearly loved brother to Eileen, Malcolm, Albert, Jeanette and the late Douglas, Thomas, Raymond and Mary, also a dear uncle and great uncle. Please meet for a funeral service on Wednesday 4th September 2:15pm at West Road Crematorium. Coop Funeral Care Shield House 218 Shields Road Byker NE6 1DU

Lilian BUTLER

(Rosehill, Wallsend) Peacefully on 14th August 2024 aged 97 years, Lilian (nee Stark). Dearly loved wife of the late John, a much loved mother of Lynne, Valerie, Hilton, Terrie and Bradley, and a treasured grandmother and great-grandmother. She will be very sadly missed. Service and interment to be held at Holy Cross Cemetery, Wallsend on Wednesday 28th August, at 2:15pm. Friends please meet at the cemetery. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, may be made for the Alzheimer's Society. A donation box will be available at the cemetery chapel.

Diane CLANCY

(Kenton) Passed away peacefully at home with her 2 daughters by her side on Sunday 18th August 2024 aged 63 years. Diane, cherished Mam of Lauren and Fern, loving Mother-in-Law to Ian, adored Nanna to Nathan, Benjamin and Edward, dearly missed sister of Valerie and Joan, much loved Aunty to Amanda, Darren and Leanne, and a true friend to so many. Diane will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service and cremation on Wednesday 4th September at 1:30pm at West Road Crematorium. All are welcome afterwards for light refreshments and a further celebration of Diane's life at Benwell Hill Cricket Club. Flowers welcome. Much loved and always remembered.

John COLLINS

(Blaydon Burn) formerly Annfield Plain. Peacefully on 12th August 2024, aged 88 years, John beloved husband of the late Joan, devoted dad of Simon. Would friends please meet for Service and Cremation at West Road Crematorium, Newcastle on Wednesday 4th September at 3.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Sir Bobby Robson Foundation. Private Afterwards.

Joseph (Joe) CRAMMAN

(Joe) Passed away peacefully on 21st August 2024 at home aged 72 years. Devoted husband to Barbara a dear brother to Norma and Dougie also a brother in law, uncle and great uncle. Funeral service will take place at Tynemouth Crematorium on Friday the 30th of August 2024 at 2.15pm. Donations, if so desired, will be gratefully received for Northumbria Health Care Trust (CF 103). A donation box will be available at the crematorium.

Thomas (Tom) DAVISON

(Tom) Passed away at home on 15th August 2024, aged 82 years. Devoted husband of Marge. Dearly loved dad of Lesley and son-in-law Charles. Very proud grandad of Ben and Amy. Dear brother, uncle, cousin, brother-in-law and friend of many. Tom will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends. Please meet for the funeral service at St John's Church, Percy Main Village on Wednesday 4th September 2024 at 9.45am. Family flowers only please, a donation plate will be available at the Church in lieu of flowers. Following the service, all welcome at Percy Park Rugby Football Club to raise a glass and share memories of Tom with family and friends. Wallsend Coop Funeralcare 105-109 High Street West Wallsend NE28 8JD 0191 262 5100

Olive May (Formerly of Jarrow and Pelaw) DISTON (nee Fraser)

(nee Fraser) (Formerly of Jarrow and Pelaw) Passed away peacefully at home on Friday 16th August 2024 aged 92. Olive, dearly loved wife of the late Wilfrid Diston and loving mother to Anne, Shelagh, Sharon and Paul, grandmother to Jen, Jonny, Caity and Lauren. Would family and friends meet for Requiem Mass at St Alban's Catholic Church, Pelaw on Monday 2nd September at 10 followed by the committal at Heworth Cemetery. Refreshments at The Lakeside, in Hebburn, all welcome. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers if desired to St Vincent De Paul Society.

Pat DOWIE

(Morpeth) Passed away on 22nd August, aged 75 years. Beloved wife of the late Keith, mother of Claire and Catherine, devoted grandmother to Liam, Anna and Sophie and loving aunt to Gareth. Please meet for Requiem Mass at St Robert's RC Church on Wednesday 4th September at 10am followed by interment at Fairmoor Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Mary's Meals c/o J W Peters Funeral Directors 35a Oldgate Morpeth

Poppy Victoria EAGLE

(Washington) Our beautiful Poppy passed away suddenly at home on 7th August 2024, aged 20 years. Beloved Daughter of Peter and Victoria, Treasured Sister of Oliver, Faith, Heidi and Florence, adored Granddaughter of Lesley, Dave, Lyn and Eric. We miss you so much and loved you so dearly. The celebration of Poppy's life will be held at Holy Trinity Church in Washington Village on Tuesday 27th August at 1pm. The family will attend a private cremation service in Durham before joining everyone at the Forge in Washington Village to share memories of Poppy. Family flowers only please. All other donations to Poppy's Light Foundation. https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/poppys-light-foundation?utm_term=kzAWJB4ek

Terry ELLIOTT

(Wrekenton) On 22nd August 2024, aged 62 years, Terry much loved dad of Terry, Lisa, Sam and Lauren, much loved grandad of Tally, Maddie, Izzy and Elliott, much loved brother of Brian, Dawn, Tricia and the late Barry also a much loved brother-in-law, uncle and friend. Service and cremation at Saltwell Crematorium on Tuesday 3rd September at 1pm. Friends please meet at Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to The Stroke Association.

Carole (Blackhill) GUNNION (Nee Gowland)

(Nee Gowland) (Blackhill) Passed away on 13th August, aged 56 years. Beloved Mother of Martin, the late Toni, and Joe. Adored Nana of James and Bailey. Much loved partner, daughter and sister. She will be forever loved and missed by all. Funeral service will take place on Friday 30th August at 10:15am at Mountsett Crematorium. Family flowers only please.

Robert HARRISON

(Kibblesworth). In hospital on August 16th aged 85 years, Bob, a dearly loved husband of the late Olive, a much loved dad of Karen and Robert, a loving grandad of Andrew and Kirsty and great-grandad of Lacey and Lillie. Bob will be deeply missed by all his loving family and friends. Would friends please meet at Birtley Crematorium on Friday 30th August at 12 noon for service. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Ward 14 at the QE Hospital.

Mary Ann HARRISON (nee Smith)

(nee Smith) (Ashington) Peacefully in De Baliol Care Home on the 16th August aged 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Ken, a much loved aunt of John, Clive and Derek and a dear cousin of Peter. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass at St. Andrew's Church, Hawthorn Road on Tuesday 3rd September at 10.30am followed by interment at North Seaton Cemetery at 11.45am. Family flowers only please, donations may be given at the service, for the benefit of St. Andrew's Church, enquiries c/o William Purves Funeral Directors, tel 1670 812117.

Leigh HOLMES

(Spital Tongues). Peacefully in hospital with her loving family by her side on 18th August aged 63 years. Leigh. Dearly loved Mam of Abby. Also, a much-loved Nanna of Grace and Sadie. Beloved Daughter of Marion and the late George and a dear Sister of Georgia, Rainer and the late Denise. Also, a dear Aunty and Cousin of all the family. Leigh will be dearly missed. Cremation at the West Road Crematorium on Monday 2nd September at 1.15 pm. Friends please meet at the Crematorium. All welcome back to the Cosy Dove Spital Tongues for refreshments. All flowers and enquiries to R W Barrett & Son Funeral Services, 379 West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE15 7NL, Tel 0191 2410873.

Robert HUTCHINSON

Passed away peacefully, Thursday 15th August in Royal Infirmary Edinburgh. Beloved husband to Sandra for 57 years, son of Douglas and Netta, brother to Eileen, GOSFORTH. Father to Alison, Amanda and Richard, and grandfather to Ellie, Alex, Miranda, Ethan and Jasper. Sadly missed by all.

Matthew IRVING (Matty)

(Matty) Leam Lane, formerly of Wallsend Peacefully at home with his family on 21st August 2024, aged 74 years Matty, much loved husband of June, nee Steanson, much loved dad of Angela, Alison and the late David, much loved father-in-law of Mark and Stuart, much loved grandad of Amy, Sam, Lucy, Matthew and Bonnie, much loved brother of Olive and the late Bill and Margaret also a much loved brother-in-law, uncle and friend. Service and cremation at Saltwell Crematorium on Friday 30th August at 10.30am. Friends please meet at crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to The True Colours Theatre CIO Foundation, a donation may be made at the service. Afterwards everyone welcome to raise a glass at Heworth Golf Club.

Mary Rose MCKEOWN (nee Gibson)

(nee Gibson ) On 23rd August 2024, aged 76 years. Mary, much loved wife of the late John, also a much loved mam and nana. Service and cremation at Saltwell Crematorium on Tuesday 3rd September, at 10:30am. Friends please meet at the Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Dementia Research UK. A donation may be made at the service. Afterwards everyone welcome at The Pelaw Inn.

Diana Elizabeth PAPE

(Seaton Delaval) Peacefully in hospital on 18th August, aged 89 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Dick, dear mum of Elizabeth, Linda and Richard, mother-in-law of Shirley and the late Vaughn, a much loved nana and great nana. Friends, please meet for service at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Wednesday 4th September at 12noon. All welcome to The Milbourne Arms, Holywell for refreshments afterwards. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu may be sent to St. Oswald's Hospice. A donation box will be available at the service. Enquiries to Melrose Funeral Services, Seaton Delaval, Tel. 0191 2370482

Elsie PEARCY (nee Marshall)

(nee Marshall) (Seaton Sluice) Passed away at home on the 13th August 2024 aged 88 years. Loving wife to George, much loved mam to Graham and Wendy, mother in Law to Paul & Joanne & a cherished grandma to Michael, Georgia and Aimee. Please meet for funeral service at Whitley Bay Cemetery chapel on Tuesday 3rd September at 9:45am, followed by interment in the cemetery.

Blanche PRIOR (Scott)

(Scott) (Brunton Park) In loving memory of Blanche Dorothea Prior (nee Scott) passed away 24th May 2024 aged 93 following a long, courageous battle against Alzheimer's. Beloved wife of the late Raymond; loving mother to Paul, Sean and Patrick; doting grandmother to Joshua, Benjamin and Laura; dear mother-in-law to Angela and Ednar. A private celebration of life will take place later in the year.

Brenda ROBSON

(Blaydon / Gateshead) Brenda peacefully passed on 12th August 2024, aged 80 years. Devoted wife of the late Melvyn, dearest mum of Gary and Richard, a much-loved aunty to her many nieces and nephews. Brenda will be missed by all who knew her. Funeral Service to take place on Tuesday 3rd September at St Paul's Church, Winlaton, at 12:45 followed by committal at Blaydon Cemetery at 1:45. Flowers welcome, which can be sent to Co-op Funeralcare, NE9 6QQ, or alternatively, donations in lieu will be received on the day with proceeds being divided between St Paul's Church and Aspen Court Care Home. A special thank you to Aspen Court for their love and care shown to Brenda during her time with them. Any enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Gateshead, on (0191) 483 2371.

Paul TAYLOR

(Rowlands Gill) Suddenly in hospital on 21st August 2024 aged 65 years Paul. Beloved husband of Alison, much loved dad of Jason, partner Emma, her sister Daisy, David and Katherine, dearly loved son of Marjorie and the late Ed, dear brother of Christine and dearest grandad of Evie. Will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral Service at Mountsett Crematorium on Monday 2nd September at 11.45am. Would friends please meet at crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to Sir Bobby Robson Foundation c/o Martin Rankin Funeral Directors 7 The Square, Front Street, Whickham, NE16 4JB. All welcome afterwards at The Beamish Park Hotel.

Robin THOMPSON

Pegswood, Northumberland Sadly announcing the passing of Robin Thompson at his care home in Durham on Wednesday 14th August 2024. Robin lost his brave battle with cancer and will be sadly missed by family and friends, having lived in Northumberland and Sunderland in the last 20 years of his life. Robin loved his 37 years in the Royal Navy travelling the world whilst living in Portsmouth. Please all meet at Durham Crematorium, Monday 2nd September 2024 at 1.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers please for Royal British Legion and Sir Bobby Robson. All enquiries to Tynedale Family Funeral Directors on 0191 4550904

James WALKER (Forest Hall)

(Forest Hall) Passed away peacefully on 19th August 2024, aged 81 years, James. Dearly loved husband of Anne. Cherished dad of Steven, loved and respected step-dad of Tony, Jane and John. Adored granda and great-granda. Family and friends please meet for Funeral Service at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Tuesday 3rd September at 1:30pm. Donations if so desired to Marie Curie, a collection plate will be available at the Crematorium. A private gathering will be held following the service. WS Taylor & Sons 2-3 Meadowfield Terrace Forest Hall NE12 9ES Tel: (0191) 2709677

Eleanor WEBSTER

Eleanor loving mam to Jeffrey and Loraine passed away peacefully at Briardene Care home on the 19th August 2024 aged 84 years. She will be sadly missed by grandchildren David, Rachael, Sarah and Kate and great grandchildren Rory, Lilah and Rosie. Brother Terry and sisters Joan, Pat, Kathleen and Yvonne

Trevor Anthony (Slim) WILES

(Slim) (Ashington) Suddenly on 9th August, aged 67 years. Beloved husband of Dawn, much loved dad of Steven, father in law of Tanya, loving grandad of Aimee and Heidi, brother of Andrea. He will be missed by all. Friends please meet for funeral service at St. John's Church, Seaton Hirst on Monday 2nd September at 1.30pm followed by cremation at Northumberland Crematorium, Felton at 3pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired to the British Heart Foundation. Enquiries c/o William Purves Funeral Directors, Westfield House, Morpeth Road, Ashington, NE63 8PR Tel: 01670 812 117

In Memoriams

Dorothy (Dot) ARVIDSON (Nash)

(Nash) (Dot) It has been ten years since we lost you. Remembering you is easy I do it everyday, it's the heartache of losing you that never goes away. I will love you always. Your ever loving husband Bob xx daughters Lorraine Lesley & Lynne. Loving grandma to Daniel, Jaime, Corey & Luke also son in laws Brian & Dave xxx

Jean Mary Jane BUSHELL (SMITH)

(Newcastle upon Tyne) Your memory we will always treasure In our hearts forever. Missing you always our Mam and Nana. From all your loving family X X X

Davey GLOVER

11 years since you gained your Angel wings, the day our hearts broke, there’s not a day goes by that you're not on our minds or in our thoughts. Keep me strong Dad please for my boys and keep my Dennis close to you until our time comes to be together again and give Mam a massive hug from us. We miss yous so much, RIP Dad, your heartbroken Daughter number one, Son in law Dennis and our ever growing family xxxx

Ian Fraser HARPER

Thinking of you today Ian. We miss you. Love from Doreen, Andy, Nikki, Rachel & families xx

Joanne Elizabeth MAXWELL KING (King)

(King) Durham Six years have gone by without you. We miss you everyday with our hearts and souls. You were our big sister and our leader. Hold Mam and Mikayla close. Love you all eternally till we meet again. Lee, Beth, Sophie, Nadine, Louise, Peter and Gaz and all your nieces and nephews. Xx Still a huge miss Joanne You will never be forgotten. Also remembering your Mam and Mikayla. Arlene and Corey Xx

Mary OLIVER (Dougan)

(Dougan) In loving memory of Mary Oliver (nee Dougan) Blyth (Formerly East Hartford) who died 27th August 2017 aged 77 years. A much loved wife of Ivan, mother of Keith and Ian, a loving caring Grandmother to Kirstie, Emma and Sam and Great-Grandmother of Ellie, Lacie and Millie. You are always in our thoughts and memories, forever loved and very sadly missed by all.

Margy SPENCE

Happy birthday to our darling Mam/Nana in Heaven, our fourth one without you. We miss you so much and will love you forever from your heartbroken son Dennis, daughter in law Florence and our ever growing family. xx Please give the boys a massive hug from us and keep watching over us all especially our Dad who misses you so much he is lost without you xxx

Louisa Mary (Louie) TURNBULL (Williamson)

(Williamson) (Louie) (Howdon) In Loving Memory of our dear Louie, who said goodbye to us on 29 August 2021. Beloved wife of Jimmy, devoted mother of Paul and his wife Susan; cherished sister of Margaret and her husband Gordon; much loved aunty, great aunty and friend. May the winds of Heaven blow softly and whisper in your ear how much we love and miss you and wish that you were here xxxxx

Birthday Memoriams

Philip Douglas DE BARON-STRONG

26/08/1947 - 08/07/2021 Happy Birthday Phil, 77 today. Don't eat too much cake, where do I send the new Land Rover? My love for you is Heaven sent, God bless Phil. Mo Leannan Bhoidheach Your Loving Wife Carol xxx

Florence SMITH

(Darras Hall) Remembering You, Marmie with Love on your Birthday, 26th August. Your Love meant the world to me, I miss your Wisdom, so gentle and kind, Your spirit will live on forever In my heart and in my mind. Your guidance and understanding Have made me who I am today. You made me see the beauty In each and every day. Miss you so much, Marmie. Lots of Love Janis and Frederick x x x

Acknowledgements

Eric KING

(Seahouses) Shirley and John would like to thank all friends and neighbours for the kindness shown at the sad loss of Eric. Thank you all for the letters and cards of condolences and donations received in aid of Parkinsons UK. A special thanks must go to the staff at Hillside Lodge Nursing Home and his home care team for all their kindness and support. Thank you to Pauline Fellows for a personal and touching service. Thanks also to Alan and all the staff at Alan D. Haile Funeral Services.

Keith ROSS

Marlene, Duncan and Alison would like to thank everyone for attending Keith's funeral. Thanks to family, friends and neighbours for their support, cards, flowers and donations received during this sad time. Grateful thanks to Ward 21 ICU and Ward 30 at the Freeman Hospital. Special thanks to James and Sally Dickinson for funeral arrangements, Stephen Benson for the lovely service and The County Hotel for the lovely refreshments.

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