Death notices and funeral announcements in The Chronicle Newcastle last week

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Death Notices

Richard APPLEBY

(Formerly of Morpeth) Unexpectedly on Sunday 7th July, aged 48 years. Dearly loved son of David and Carol, much loved brother of Jonathan, brother-in-law of Rachel and uncle of James and Megan. Greatly loved and sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Service in St. Mary's Parish Church, Morpeth, on Friday 26th July at 2.00pm followed by cremation at Northumberland Crematorium, Felton. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Help for Heroes.

Margaret ARROWSMITH

(Leam Lane) On 8th July 2024, aged 73 years. Margaret, dearly loved Wife of the late Geoff, a very much loved Mam of Ami, Jonathan, Richard and the late Andrew, dear Mother-in-law of Tony, a dearest Nanna of Louise and Katie, also a beloved Sister-in-law of George and Carole. Margaret was much loved and will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Service and cremation at Saltwell Crematorium, on Friday 26th July at 1pm. Friends please meet at Crematorium. At Margaret's request please wear bright clothing. 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 The Waggon Inn, Eighton Banks.

Helen BECKETT (nee Lewis)

(nee Lewis) (Whickham) Peacefully on 10th July 2024 aged 79 years Helen. Beloved wife of the late John, much loved mam of Julie and the late David, dear mother-in-law of Stephen and Victoria and loving grandma of Andrew, Daniel, Matthew, Emily and Lucy. Funeral Service at St Mary the Virgin Parish Church Whickham on Friday 2nd August at 11.00am. Cremation to follow at Saltwell Crematorium at 12noon. Would friends please meet at church or crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to Alzheimer's Society c/o Martin Rankin Funeral Directors 7 The Square, Front Street, Whickham, NE16 4JB. All welcome afterwards at The Gibside Hotel Whickham.

James BLYTHE

Aged 80 years of Caistor passed away on 5th July 2024. Much loved husband of Eileen Mary Blythe. Dearly loved father of James. Cherished grandfather of Sophie and Marc, loved and missed by all the family. A cremation in loving memory will be held. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, made payable to St Andrews Hospice. For all enquiries please contact J Marshall Funeral Directors, 51 Queen Street, Market Rasen LN8 3EN, 01673 843725

Frances BROMHAM

Alnmouth Peacefully at home on 10th July 2024, aged 80 years. Frances, beloved Wife of Martin, much loved Mother of Matthew and Catherine and a devoted Grandmother of Holly and Charlie. Frances will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Service to take place at St John The Baptist Alnmouth on Tuesday 30th July at 11.15am followed by a private family cremation. Family flowers only please a donations box will be available at the church

Doreen CARR (PATTISON)

Died peacefully in Manor House, Whickham, after a long and happy life. Loving wife of the late Joe, Mam to Joan and David, Mother in law to Bill and Elaine, Grandma to Michelle and Michael and Great Grandma to Millie and Jessie. Much loved Aunt to Margaret and Jessie. Funeral to be held at Birtley Crematorium on Tuesday 30th July at 11am, afterwards at the Ravensworth Arms.

Dennis CHAMBERS

(Whiteleas) Suddenly on 6th July 2024 aged 77 years Dennis, beloved son of the late Isabella and William, dearly loved friend of Pat and family. Family and friends, please meet for service at Harton Cemetery Chapel on Wednesday 7th August at 2:15 pm followed by burial in Harton Cemetery. Dennis will be resting with Richard Dalton Funerals, 188 Whiteleas Way, NE34 8HF where floral tributes may be sent, all enquiries tel 0191 5194304

Mair Denise COX (nee Wood)

(nee Wood) Formerly of North Shields Sadly fell asleep on 17th June 2024, aged 75 years at her home in Brize Norton. Missed by all. C/o Jackson & Browning Independent Funeral Service Ltd, 14a Market Place, Faringdon, Oxon SN7 7HP. Telephone: 01367244992

Lily CROMARTY (nee Shreeve)

(nee Shreeve) (Whickham) Peacefully in Northbourne Care Home Low Fell on 10th July 2024 aged 88 years Lily. Dearly loved wife of the late Bill, an adored mam of Michael, a loving mother-in-law of Dawn, a devoted gran of Danielle, Cheryl and her partner Daryl and also the greatest great gran ever of Brooke, Lacey, Freddy and Isaac. Funeral Service at Saltwell Crematorium on Monday 29th July at 11.15am. Would friends and family please meet at crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to Northbourne Care Home Residents Fund c/o Martin Rankin Funeral Directors 7 The Square, Front Street, Whickham, NE16 4JB. All welcome afterwards for refreshments at The Gibside Hotel, Whickham.

Michael (Mike) DAVISON

(Mike) Mike sadly passed away on Friday 5th July 2024. He was a great man, loving husband, father and grandfather who will be truly missed by his family, his Church and friends. Forever with the Lord. Service details: Tuesday 30th July. Service at Newcastle Reformed Evangelical Church, Hoylake Avenue NE7 7UN at 11:15. Followed by light refreshments at the same venue. If you wish to attend service remotely, please use: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86253819080 Donations in lieu of flowers for Prostate Cancer UK, if desired.

Lynne DRING (nee Maddox)

(nee Maddox) Peacefully at rest after a short illness on Sunday 7th July 2024, whilst at the RSUH, Lynne aged 62 years, of Newcastle. Much loved Wife of the late Harold Dring, loving Mum of Gemma, Ann-Marie and Shane, precious Daughter of Joan and the late Graham, cherished Sister of Joy, Darren, Anthony and the late David. Lynne will be deeply and sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and friends. Funeral service and cremation at Bradwell Crematorium on Monday 29th July 2024, at 11.20am. Would all those wishing to attend please meet at the Crematorium. All floral tributes and enquiries to Mr John Rowland, Rowland & Foulkes Family Funeral Services, 2a St Michael's Road, Cross Heath, Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 9LW. Tel: 01782 901080 www.rowlandandfoulkesfuneralservices.co.uk

Alun Gwent EVANS

(Cramlington) Peacefully in hospital on Saturday 13th July 2024 aged 81 years. Alun, loving dad of Duncan, adored grandad of Alexander, Sion and Jessica, proud great grandad of Sophia, Jayden and Finley, dear brother of Valmai and Gaynor. Alun will be dearly missed by RAFA Branch, Whitley Bay and North Shields No 0489 and all his family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Cowpen Crematorium, Blyth on Monday 29th July at 3.15pm Flowers welcome. W.S. Harrison Funeral Directors, Shields Road, Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 2UD. Tel 0191 2655415.

Judith (Jude) FIGGIS

(Jude) (Gosforth) Released from suffering in St Oswald's Hospice on 6th July, aged 70 years. Jude, a dearly loved sister, aunt, great-aunt and friend. Service and Cremation at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Friday 26th July at 10.30am. Friends please meet at the Crematorium. Family flowers only. Please donate in lieu for Marie Curie and St Oswald's Hospices. W.S. Harrison Funeral Directors Shields Road, Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 2UD. Tel 0191 2655415.

Betty FURNESS

(Whitley Bay) Died peacefully on 26th June 2024 aged 85 years. Beloved twin sister of the late Bindy, greatly loved sister of Margaret, cherished aunt of Madeleine, Louise and Gavin, treasured great aunt of Abbey, George and Harry. She will be sadly missed by all. Funeral service to be held at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Friday 26th July at 3.00pm. All welcome back to the Tavern and Galley after the service. W.S. Harrison Funeral Directors 155-159 Salter Road, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 4HJ Tel: 0191 2858376

Karen Sara GRAY (nee Elliott)

(nee Elliott) (Dunston) Formerly of Whickham Peacefully in hospital on 5th July 2024 aged 53 years Karen. Much loved mam of Taylor and dearly loved daughter of Eddy and the late Margaret. Funeral Service at St Nicholas Church, Dunston on Wednesday 31st July at 12.15pm. Cremation will follow at Mountsett Crematorium at 1.15pm. Would friends please meet at church or crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to Marie Curie Cancer Care c/o Martin Rankin Funeral Directors 7 The Square, Front Street, Whickham NE16 4JB. All welcome afterwards at the Gibside Hotel, Whickham.

Keith HINDMARSH

(Morpeth) On 16th July, aged 80 years. Keith, dearly loved husband of the late Mary, a dear father of June and Colin, and a much loved grandfather to all his family. Service at St James's Church on Tuesday 30th July at 12.30pm followed by interment at Fairmoor Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations if desired may be sent to Dementia UK c/o J W Peters Funeral Directors 35a Oldgate Morpeth

Doreen HODGSON

(Ryton) Passed peacefully on 12th July 2024, aged 91 years, Doreen (Nee Gullon). Reunited with her late husband, Ken. Much loved mam of Kenneth and Susan, special mother-in-law of Paul and Bryn, devoted grandma of Alixandra, Alicia and Ava and cherished great grandma of Ethan. Doreen will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her, including Linda and all the family. Would friends please meet for Requiem Mass at St Mary and Thomas Aquinas RC Church, Stella on Tuesday 6th August at 10am, followed by Cremation at West Road Crematorium, Newcastle. Family flowers only please, a retiring collection will be available at Church and Crematorium all proceeds going to Marie Curie. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Bridge Street, Blaydon NE214JJ 01014142925. On whose soul sweet Jesus have mercy, may she rest in peace

Isabel HUMPHREYS (nee Haley)

(nee Haley) (Ebchester, Low Westwood) Peacefully on 15th July 2024 aged 89 years. Isabel, loving wife of the late Gordon Humphreys. Loved mam of David and Gillian. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Mountsett Crematorium on Friday 26th July at 2:00pm No flowers please. Donations if desired to Children with Cancer Research Fund. Co-op Funeralcare, Consett 01207 507 281

Margaret INGRAM (Westerhope)

(Westerhope) Margaret passed away peacefully in Whorlton Grange Care Home on Wednesday 10th July 2024 aged 94 years with her family by her side after a life well lived. Dearly beloved wife to the late Ian Ingram and a loving Mother to Mark, Owen and Jacqueline, Mother-in-Law to Karen and Ann-Marie. Proud Grandma of Daniel, Peter, Arran and Luke. Much loved Great Grandma to Layton and Blake and a special friend to so many. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at the West Road Crematorium on Monday 29th July at 10:15 am.

Karen JENNINGS

(Whickham) Tragically at home on 1st July 2024 aged 39 years Karen. Much loved mam of Lewis and Logan, dearly loved daughter of David and Irene, loving sister of Mel, Nicola and Ben and a dear niece, cousin and auntie. Will be sadly missed by all the family. Funeral Service at Mountsett Crematorium on Friday 26th July at 11.45am. Would friends please meet at crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to Tyneside and Northumberland Mind c/o Martin Rankin Funeral Directors 7 The Square, Front Street, Whickham, NE16 4JB.

David John KNIGHT

Catton It is with deep sorrow that the death of Dave is announced. He passed away peacefully in hospital on 24th June 2024, aged 79 years. Much loved husband of Margaret, father to Matt, father-in-law to Naomi, grandfather to Charlie and Cai A private woodland burial will be followed later with a celebration of Dave's life. Friends and family are invited to join us on Tuesday 30th July at 2 pm at the Garden Station, Langley-on-Tyne, NE47 5LA.

Margaret Jean LUCAS

Peacefully on Wednesday 10th July 2024 with her loving family by her side. Aged 80 years. Jean, dearly beloved wife to the late Ronnie, a loving mam to Stephen, Kevin and mother in law to Shopna and Sarah. A proud grandma to Joshua, Ethan, Jessica and Charlotte and a much loved and special sister, sister-in-law and friend. Family and friends are invited to meet for funeral service at Tynemouth Crematorium Chapel on Friday 2nd August 2024 at 12:45pm. Followed by burial and farewell at Holy Cross Cemetery Wallsend at 1:30pm. Coop Funeralcare 105-109 High Street West Wallsend NE28 8JD

Irene May OAKLEY

(Hamsterley Mill) Passed away peacefully on July 15th aged 94 years. Would family and friends please meet for a service at Mountsett Crematorium, Dipton on Monday 5th August 1.15pm. Please send all floral tributes to Co-op Funeralcare Rowlands Gill. Donations if so desired, will be gratefully received for The Gardens Trust. Co-op Funeralcare 32 Station Rd, Rowlands Gill NE39 1PZ

Robert (Rob) OLIVER

Rob (Lobley Hill) Peacefully in St Bedes Hospice on Wednesday 10th July 2024, Aged 44 Years. Rob, a loving son of the late Lynne & Robert, much loved Dad of Robbie & Emily, and also a greatly missed friend to many. Would all please meet for Funeral Service on Friday 26th July at Saltwell Crematorium at 12noon. Family Flowers only please but donations gratefully received on behalf of St Bedes Hospice, a donation box will be available at the service. Afterwards all welcome back to the Stone Trough. All enquiries to W. Lauderdale & Son Funeral services, 0191 460 4698

Penelope "Penny" PRICE (Née Angus late of Medburn and Ponteland)

(Née Angus late of Medburn and Ponteland) Peacefully at Katharine House Hospice, Oxfordshire on 9th July 2024, aged 61 years. Much Loved Wife, Sister, Sister-in-law and Aunty. Penny will be sorely missed by all her family and many friends. Private cremation will take place followed by a Service of Thanksgiving at St Mary's Church, Cogges, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX28 3LA on Friday 26th July at 12 noon. It is requested that bright colours are worn. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Willows Counselling and Training, Swindon and Maggie's at the Churchill Hospital these may be sent c/o Peter Smith & Son Funeral Directors Ltd, 135 Burwell Drive, Witney, Oxon, OX28 5LP. Tel: 01993 702000. www.petersmithandson.co.uk

Joseph (Joe) PROCTOR

(Joe) (Burradon) Passed away peacefully in hospital on 13th July 2024, aged 87 years. Beloved husband of the late Elsie May, much loved dad of Kevin and Mark, loving grandad of Stephenie, Mark, Jon, Shane, Millie, AJ, and Alisha-Jayne and a much caring relative to Rachel, Reece, Zoe and Zara. He was a dear friend to many and will always be remembered for his caring ways, his loving smile and humorous joyful personality. Please meet for funeral service at the Church of the Good Shepherd, Burradon on Wednesday 31st July at 2pm, followed by private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers to the Dementia UK All welcome afterwards to The Charnwood Pub Longbenton.

Muriel REAY (NEE MCDERMOTT)

(Columbia) Muriel passed away peacefully in hospital on July 10th aged 84 years surrounded by her loving family. A loving mother of Julie, Janet and Michael. A dear mother in law of Alison a doting nana of Melissa, Neve, Alana, Tamar, Brett and a life long friend of the late James "Jim" Patterson (Unc). Would friends please meet for funeral service at Sunderland Crematorium on Monday July 29th at 1.00pm. All are welcome to the Victoria Inn Washington NE38 7DJ after the service to celebrate her life. All inquiries to; CM Walkers Family Funeral Services Village House Station Rd Columbia Washington. 0191 4474949.

David STEPHENSON

(Whickham) Peacefully in hospital after a long illness on 15th July 2024, aged 80 years, David. Beloved husband of Ann, a much loved dad of John, Rini, grandad of Aaranya. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at Saltwell Crematorium on Friday 26th July 2024 at 3.15pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if so desired to Queen Elizabeth Hospital Charitable Funds. All welcome afterwards to the Gibside Arms Hotel, Whickham. David will be sadly missed by his loving family and friends. All enquiries to Watson's Funeral Directors Ltd. Gateshead. Telephone (0191) 477 1484.

Irene STEVENSON (née Ward)

(née Ward) (Gateshead) Passed peacefully, aged 96 years, on 10th July 2024. Devoted wife of the late Ted and beloved mother of the late Ray. Greatly missed by her grandchildren & family. Funeral service to take place at Saltwell Crematorium on 26th July at 11.15am. Family flowers only please. A donation box will be available on the day with proceeds going to Guide Dogs UK. All enquiries to Co-op Funealcare, Gateshead. Tel: (0191) 482 2371

Alan STOBBART

(Forest Hall formerly of Heaton) Passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on 7th July, aged 86 years, Alan. Beloved husband of the late Nancy. A treasured dad of Dawn and Lisa and father-in-law of Dave and Terry. A much loved grandad of Joe, Kieran, Adam, Anna, Oliver and Lucy. Also a loving brother of the late Harry and Ronnie and a much loved uncle. Family and friends please meet for service at West Road Crematorium Chapel on Tuesday 30th July at 11:00am followed by Interment at Heaton Cemetery. Flowers welcome. Donations in lieu if desired to Out of Sight, a charity that Alan was a big supporter of. All enquiries to WS Taylor & Sons 2-3 Meadowfield Terrace Forest Hall NE12 9ES Tel: (0191) 2709677

Thomas TELFORD

(Craghead, formerly Shotley Bridge) Passed away peacefully on 2nd July aged 79 years. Husband to Wendy. Private Cremation will take place, Tom will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. All enquiries to Derwentside Funeral Service 01207 234444.

Joanne TURNER (Hull)

(Hull) It is with great sadness after a long illness that Joanne Turner (Hull) passed away on Monday 15th July. Wife of the beloved Jamie and mam to Holly and Ami, Mother in law to Jag and Jack and grandmother to Lily, Ruby and Harry, Sister to Jayne and Aunt to Alex and Georgina. Celebration of Joanne's life will be held at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Tuesday 30th July at 1:30pm. Family flowers only please and everyone welcome afterwards at Allards North Shields to raise a glass. Any donations will go to the Oncology department at the Freeman Hospital.

Lily WATERS (née Crosby)

(née Crosby) (Walkerville) Peacefully at home with her family by her side on Sunday 14th July 2024, aged 81 years. Lily, beloved wife of George, loving mam of Paul, dear mother in law of Lynn, adored nana of Jerri husband Micky, Kye wife Felicia and Shea wife Alex, great nana of Riley, Raith, Reade and Rowe and a dear sister of Edward, Robert, Harry, Janet, Dot and the late Billy, Jimmy, Betty, John and Elsie, sister in law of Ken and Terri and the late Nancy and Charlie and a good friend of Kathy and the late Finn. Family flowers only please donations if so desired to Marie Curie. Funeral service to be held at The West Road Crematorium on Tuesday 30th July at 12.30pm. Afterwards welcome back to The Heaton Buffs for refreshments. W.S. Harrison Funeral Directors Shields Road, Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 2UD. Tel 0191 2655415.

Shirley WILLIS (Née Maclennan)

(Née Maclennan) Shirley Willis, aged 67, died suddenly but peacefully on Monday 15th July. Her two daughters Sarah and Caroline were with her to give comfort in her final hours. To honour our mam's wishes she will be cremated. There will not be a funeral service. We invite you to celebrate Shirley's life privately in your own way. I know she will be with you all in spirit. Thank you for your understanding during this difficult time.

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