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Death notices and funeral announcements in The Newcastle Chronicle this week

Announcing 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. Every notice remains online forever providing friends and families with a lifelong tribute to their loved one, a safe place online to share memories, add tributes, photographs and make donations in memory. Each week we pay tribute to the loved ones remembered in our area with a funeral notice and online tribute page. To read the latest announcements and add tributes to those from our area who have passed away, or to create a funeral notice yourself, click here . Alternatively, you can create a notice by calling our helpful team on 01482 908084. Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week. Newbiggin By The Sea Peacefully with his family by his side on 3rd November 2025 aged 101 years. George Jefferson, beloved Husband of the late Anne, much loved Dad of Susan & the late Louise, Father in law of Chris & Michael, adored Granda of Sarah, Martin, Emma & Simone. Great Granda of Rebecca, Phoebe, Jax, Declan & Dusty, also a dear Brother of the late Eddie, Betty & Nancy. Funeral service to take place at St Bartholomew's Church, Newbiggin on Tuesday 18th November at 11am, followed by interment in church yard. Family flowers only, donation's in lieu if desired to Newbiggin RNLI. There will be a donation box in the church. All welcome afterwards for refreshments at The Central Club Newbiggin. Enquiries to A. J. Gascoigne & Son. Tel. 01670 818351. (Whickham) Suddenly at home on 1st November 2025 aged 78 years Derek. Beloved husband of the late Sheila, dearly loved dad of Vikki and Paula, dear father-in-law of John and Dave, loving grandad of Grace and Olivia, much loved brother of the late Billy and Ron, brother in law of the late Val, Jack, Susan, Michael and Pat and a dear uncle of all the family. Funeral Service at Saltwell Crematorium on Wednesday 19th November at 2.30pm. Would friends please meet at crematorium. Floral tributes may be sent to Martin Rankin Funeral Directors 7 The Square, Front Street, Whickham NE16 4JB. All welcome afterwards at The Gibside Hotel, Whickham. Brownlow It is with great sadness that the family of Rosemary Brownlow announce her passing on the 23rd October aged 77. Services will take place on the 19th of November beginning with a mass at St Pauls Parish in Cramlington at 12.15 following onto Blyth Crematorium for the committal at 1.45. All welcome. Family flowers only please. Forever in our hearts. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare Cramlington 01670 - 712886 (Walbottle) Late of Benwell. In The Marie Curie Hospice on 2nd November aged 76 years Sandra (Sandie), dearly loved mam of Juliette, Janet and Emily, a dearest Grandma of Matthew, Hilary, Juliette and Andrew, a beloved sister of Pat, Paul and the late Colin and will be very sadly missed by Joanne, Mick and Stan Service and Cremation at Northumberland Crematorium Bockenfield, Morpeth NE65 9QJ on Monday 17th November at 3pm Family and Friends please meet at the Crematorium. Family flowers only please donations in lieu for the Marie Curie Hospice. All enquiries please to James Hamilton Funeral Directors Darrell House Brunswick Village. Tel: 0191 2366243 (née Wilson) (Morpeth). Beloved wife of the late John Caffrey, a devoted mother to Melanie, Theresa, and Patrick; a loving mother-in-law to Rob, Rob, and Vee; a cherished grandmother to Ross, Ellisha, Anthony, Rhyarna, and Daniel, and a proud great-grandmother to Avie. Passed away peacefully in Palliative Care at Wansbeck Hospital on Monday, 27th October, following a sudden and brief illness. Her funeral will take place on Monday, 17th November, 12noon at St Robert's Church, Morpeth, followed by an interment at Fairmoor Cemetery. A buffet reception will be held at Morpeth Golf Club to honour and celebrate her life. Passed away peacefully on the 26th October 2025 aged 80 years. A devoted husband, much loved dad, adored grandad and great-grandad and a respected father in law. All enquiries to Coop Funeralcare Whitkirk, Leeds, Tel 0113 3909711. (Bedlington) Passed away peacefully at home on the 1st November 2025, aged 83 years. Beloved husband of the late Margaret, loving partner of Julia, much loved dad of Gillian, dear father-in-law of Ray, loving grandad of Gemma and Christopher and their partners Rowan and Olly as well as a great-grandad of Jacob, Oliver and Finlay. Please meet for funeral service at Blyth Crematorium on Monday 17th November 11.30am. Family flowers only please, donation in lieu if desired to Mesothelioma UK for which a box will be provided at the Crematorium. Enquiries c/o John Grenfell & Son Funeral Directors, Bedlington. Tel: (01670) 823204. D'OSTUNI Teresa (Benton) Peacefully after a long illness on 28th October 2025, aged 76 years, Teresa. Dearly loved Wife of the late Giovanni. Loving and devoted Mam to Franco, Angela and Tony. Mother in law to Ian. Cherished Nonna to Luca and Esme. Loving Sister to Titina, Maria and Giovanni. Teresa will be very sadly missed by all her family and friends. Would friends please meet for Requiem Mass at St Teresa's RC church, Heaton on Wednesday 19th November at 10am. Followed by interment in West Road Cemetery No flowers by request, any donations will be greatly received by the Church. All enquires to Co-op Funeralcare, Gosforth Tel: 0191 2844085 (Gateshead) Peacefully on October 29th, aged 87 years. Irene much loved wife of the late Peter, loving mam of Mark, Katrina and Clare, very special mother in law of Gillian and Paolo, also a beloved grandma to five wonderful grandchildren. Irene will be greatly missed by all her family. Friends please meet for service at Saltwell Crematorium on Friday November 14th at 1pm. No flowers by request, donations in lieu if desired to The Alzheimer's Society, to support them in the wonderful work they do, a donation box will be provided at the crematorium, or you can visit Irene's Much Loved Tribute page https://irene-davis-1938-2025.muchloved.com All welcome to continue the celebration of Irene's life at the Ravensworth Arms, Lamesley, following the service. All enquiries to Walker and Morrell Funeral Directors 10 Richmond Court Old Durham Road, Gateshead NE8 4AS 0191 4785415 (Fenham) Peacefully on 8th November aged 82 years. Margaret (nee Jackson). Beloved Wife of the late Ray. Dearly loved Mam of Ken and Terri. A cherished Grandma of Stephanie, Alexandra, Scott, Adam and Jay. Margaret will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Cremation at West Road Crematorium on Wednesday 19th November at 2.45pm. Friends, please meet at the Crematorium. Flowers welcome or donations in lieu of flowers if desired to The Stroke Association. All welcome back to the Denton Pub for refreshments. All enquiries to R W Barrett & Son Funeral Services, 379 West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE15 7NL, Tel 0191 2410873. (née Fryer) (Morpeth) Formerly of Embleton, Cramlington and Burradon. Suddenly at home on 20th October, aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of the late David, dear mam of Julie and Hamish, dear sister of the late Bill and Olga, sister-in-law to Ethel, a dear aunt to Gillian and Susan. Friends, please meet for service at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Monday 17th November at 12noon. All welcome for refreshments afterwards at William Turner Court, Morpeth, NE61 1US. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu may be sent to The Alzheimer's Society. A donation box will be available at the service. Enquiries to Melrose Funeral Services, Seaton Delaval, Tel. 0191 2370482 (Bedlington) Peacefully on 28th October, aged 85 years. Beloved Wife of the late Robert, much loved Mam of Mary and John, devoted Grandmother of Matthew, Jennifer and Alistair, as well as a dear Great Grandmother of Fraser. Funeral service and cremation to be held at Cowpen Crematorium on Friday 14th November at 10.45am. Friends please meet at Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Cramlington House Care Home, Residents Activity Fund. Afterwards at Laird's House, Bedlington. Enquiries C/O John Grenfell & Son Funeral Directors, Bedlington. Tel: 01670 823204. (Newfield) Passed away peacefully on 25th October 2025, aged 92 years. Nancy, beloved Wife of the late Ken, a much loved Mam to Michael, loving Mother-in-law to Clare, a much loved Grandma to Jessica, Bethany and Bailey and Great-Grandma to George and Elle. Would family and friends please meet for Funeral service at Birtley Crematorium on Wednesday 12th November 2025, at 10am Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired to The Alzheimer's Society Rest In Peace. J M & E Ovington & Son Ltd Birtley, Tel: 0191 4103863 (nee Chadwick) (North Berwick, formerly Jesmond) Peacefully on 31st October 2025, aged 81 years at Fidra House, North Berwick, East Lothian. Beloved wife of Dr Colin T A Jones and mother of Katrina, Vanessa and the late Nicholas. Private Family Committal followed by Service of Thanksgiving at Abbey Church, North Berwick on 17th November 2025 at 11.15am. Family flowers only please but if wished, donations to Alzheimer's Scotland in her memory. Enquiries c/o William Purves Funeral Directors, North Berwick Tel 01620 674100 (Wallbank) (Whitley Bay) Peacefully in hospital after a short illness on 30 October 2025. Beloved wife of the late Jim, proud mother of Andrew, Richard and the late Jonathan, a loving granny and great granny, and a devoted partner to Jim. She will be sadly missed by her family and her many friends. Funeral service to be held at 3pm on Friday 14 November at Whitley Bay Crematorium. All are welcome and also afterwards at Elderton Place, Coquet Avenue, Whitley Bay. No flowers please, but donations if desired to JR Whippet Rescue. (Woza) (Sunniside) Suddenly at home on 29th October 2025 aged 47 years Warren. Will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral Service at Mountsett Crematorium on Tuesday 18th November at 11am. Family flowers only. Donations to Andy's Man Club may be left in the donation box at the service. All welcome afterwards at The Harry Clasper, Whickham. Please wear funeral attire, black clothing and colourful trainers. (Alfie) (Whitehills Estate) Peacefully surrounded by his loving family on the 5th November, age 89 years, Alfie. The much loved husband of the late Jean (Ilderton), and also a loving dad, grandad and great grandad. Alfie will be very sadly missed by all his loving family and friends. Would friends please meet for Requiem Mass in St Alban's RC Church, Pelaw on Monday 17th November at 12.45pm, which will be followed by interment in Heworth Burn Cemetery at 2pm. By request, family flowers only, donations if desired to Armstrong House Care Home. A donation box will be available at the church. Private afterwards. All enquiries to Watson's Funeral Directors Ltd, 282 Old Durham Road, Gateshead NE8 4BP. Telephone (0191) 477 1484. (Wooler) Passed away on 30th October 2025, aged 76 years. Beloved husband of Stella and a much loved dad and grandad. Service to be held at Northumberland Woodland Burial & Crematorium (NE65 9QJ) on Monday 17th November at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in David's memory to the Stroke Association. Oakwood House 571 Westgate Road Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 9PQ Tel: 0191 2739292 (North Shields) Passed away peacefully on 7th November aged 97 years. Loving husband of the late Dorothy Nicholson, loved dad of Diane, Keith, Ronnie and Sandra, loving father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. He will be sadly missed by all. Funeral service to take place at Tynemouth Crematorium on Wednesday 19th November 2025 at 9.45am. All welcome back to The Catholic Club, North Shields after the service. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to the British Heart Foundation. All enquiries to Chris Sample Funerals, 53 Saville Street, North Shields, NE30 1NS Tel: 0191 2578401 Sandra passed away peacefully on the 28th of October 2025, aged 81 years. Beloved wife of Norman, loving mam of Paul, mother-in-law of Sarah, loving grandma of Lucy, Emily and partners Joe and Nathan. Sandra will be greatly missed by all who knew her, Family and friends please meet for cremation and committal at the West Road Crematorium, Newcastle on Monday the 17th of November at 1.15pm, followed by a memorial service at St Georges United Reformed Church, High Heaton at 2.15pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired to Palliative Care at Wansbeck Hospital and the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society. All enquiries to H. Duckworth Funeral Directors, Wideopen. Tel:0191 2364444. (Nee MacNay) (Peg) (Westerhope) Peacefully in Pavilion Court on Tuesday 22nd October 2025 aged 90 years. Beloved wife of the late Raymond. Treasured mam of the late John. Also a much loved grandma of Steven and Ben. Would all please meet for funeral service at West Road Crematorium on Thursday 13th November at 11.15am. Family flowers only please. 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. (Gateshead, formerly of Beacon Lough East) Peacefully after a long illness on November 3rd aged 60 years. Paul, much loved son of Elizabeth and the late Thomas. Beloved brother of Jane and Stephen, loving uncle of Stephen and David and Great Uncle of Lewis, Jayden and Halle. Paul will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Friends please meet for service at Saltwell Crematorium on Friday November 14th at 3.15pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Ward 8 at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital in recognition of the wonderful care and support shown to Paul and his family. A donation box will be available at the Crematorium or you can visit Paul's Much loved Tribute page https://paul-regan.muchloved.com/ All welcome back to The Fiddlers Three, High Heworth following the service to continue the celebration of Paul's life. All Enquiries to Walker and Morrell Funeral Directors 10 Richmond Court Old Durham Road Gateshead NE8 4AS 0191 4785415 (nee Hare) (Ashington) Passed away peacefully on the 1st November, aged 85 years. Beloved wife of James (Jimmy), much loved mam of Lynne, Kevin and Kaye and mother in law of Alan, Nicola and Jeff, a dearly loved grandma of Victoria, Rebecca and Charlotte and great grandma of Riley and Molly. Friends please meet for funeral service at Blyth Crematorium on Wednesday 19th November at 1pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired may be given at the service for the benefit of Blood Cancer UK. Enquiries c/o William Purves Funeral Directors, tel 01670 812117. Previously of Killingworth Village. Died suddenly on 27th October aged 71 years. Much loved Sister of Alan and John, Sister in Law of Jude and Sue and Auntie to Tom and Katie. Cremation to be a private family service at Hull Crematorium on 18th November. No flowers or donations please. (Chester le Street) Peacefully on the 24th October 2025 at St Mary's Nursing home aged 82 years, Ralph Jackson Dearly loved husband of Joan Much loved dad of Fiona and Adrian and Stephen and Amanda. Also adored grandad of Callum and Jake. Ralph will be sadly missed by family and friends. Please meet for funeral service at St Mary and St Cuthbert's Parish Church on Wednesday 19th November 2025 at 10.30am. Private cremation Everyone is welcome to return to the Masonic Hall, Station Road, Chester le Street, to raise a glass. Family flowers only please, Donations if desired To Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis All enquiries to The Co-op Funeral Care, Chester le Street Tel: 0191 3871212 (Ryton) Peacefully at home with his family by his side on 2nd November 2025, aged 91 years, Donald (Don) beloved husband of Angela, adored dad of Paul and Lisa, also loving grandad of Liam and Joanne and precious great-grandad of Grace. A much loved brother of the late Betty, Brian and Pat, also dearest uncle to all his nieces and nephews, Don will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Would friends please meet for Service and Cremation at West Road Crematorium, Newcastle on Wednesday 19th November at 10.15am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Sir Bobby Robson Foundation. (Stona) (North Shields) Passed away on 5th November 2025, aged 71 years. Beloved husband of Paula, much loved dad of Thomas, Julie, Daniel and partners, a loving grandad of Hunter and Hudson. He will be sadly missed by all his loving family and friends. A private cremation will take place at Tynemouth Crematorium. All enquiries to Chris Sample Funerals, 53 Saville Street, North Shields, NE30 1NS Tel: 0191 2578401 Newbiggin by The Sea Passed away peacefully at home on 25th October 2025, aged 89 years. John, Devoted Husband to the late Iris. Loving Dad to Janet, Steven & Karen, dear Father in Law to John, Pam & Jeff. Cherished Grandad & Great Grandad to all of his Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Funeral service to take place at Cowpen Crematorium Blyth on Wednesday 19th November at 10.45am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Prostate Cancer UK a box will be available at the Crematorium. All welcome afterwards for refreshments at the premises of A.J. Gascoigne & Son. Hazelwood House Woodhorn NE63 9YA. For enquiries Tel. 01670 818351. (Jimmy) (Killingworth) Peacefully in hospital, after a short illness, on 31st October 2025, aged 89 years. Beloved husband of the late Sylvia. Much loved father of Peter and father-in-law to Helen. Loving brother of Kathleen and Sheila and a dear grandad to James and his wife Katie. Jimmy will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Wednesday 19th November at 12pm. Family flowers only please. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Whitley Bay. Tel: 0191 252 5151 (Fenham). Peacefully on 30th October aged 92 years. Eunice, Beloved Wife of the late Melville. Dearly loved Mam of Alan. Much loved Mother-in-law of Val. A cherished Granny of Rebecca, James and Joseph. Eunice will be greatly missed by all family and friends. Friends, please meet for service at The Holy Cross Church Fenham on Monday 17th November at 11am followed by private cremation at the West Road Crematorium. Family flowers only please or donations in lieu of flowers if desired to Re-engage. All enquiries to R W Barrett & Son Funeral Services, 379 West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE15 7NL, Tel 0191 2410873 (Ena) (Birtley) Passed away peacefully with her family by her side on 27th October 2025 aged 94 years. Thomasina, beloved wife of the late Murray, a much loved mam to Sandra, Maureen, Murray and Denise. A much loved mother-in-law to Bob, Bill, Rob and Catherine. Loving grandma to Vicky, Angela, Sonia and Mark and great-grandma to Jack, Finn, Anna and Joseph. Would family and friends please meet for Funeral Service at Birtley Crematorium on Thursday 13th November 2025 at 11am. Family flowers only, donations if so desired to the RNIB and Arthritis UK. Rest in Peace. J M & E Ovington & Son Ltd Birtley Tel: 0191 4103863. (Lodge) Suddenly at home on the 5th November 2025, aged 85 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Norman, wonderful Mother to David and Alison, and much loved Granny to Toby, Lucy and Sarah. Will be deeply missed. Private Cremation. (Low Fell) At home on 5th November aged 92 years, Jane (nee Atkinson). Beloved wife of the late Terry and much loved Mam of Ty. Requiem Mass to be held at St Peter's Church, Low Fell on Monday 17th November at 10am. Interment following at Heworth Burn Cemetery. Family flowers only please but donations in lieu may be given at the service for the Alzheimer's Society E Bush Funeral Directors 79-83 Old Durham Road Gateshead NE8 4BJ Tel:0 191 477 1726 (Catchgate, Annfield Plain) Died suddenly on Monday 27th October aged 83 years. Devoted wife of late husband George, Dearest sister to the late Jane and her husband Alan, sister of Harry and his late wife Margaret. Beloved aunt and great-aunt, also a true friend to many. Funeral service will take place at Mountsett Crematorium on Wednesday 19th November at 2pm. All are welcome. All enquiries to Coop Funeralcare, High St, Stanley DH9 0NX (nee O'Dwyer) (Monkseaton) Peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on 26th October, aged 88. Dearly loved wife of the late Albert, much loved Mum to Al, Kate, Tony and Tim, and a beloved sister. A cherished Granny and Great Granny. Friends please meet for a Requiem Mass at The Immaculate Heart of Mary RC Church, West Monkseaton on Monday 17th November at 12noon, followed by interment at Earsdon Cemetery at 1.15pm. Family flowers only please with donations in lieu, if desired, to Marie Curie or St Oswald's Hospice. Everyone welcome afterwards at the Grand Hotel for refreshments. Enquiries c/o William Purves Funeral Directors, 40 Earsdon Road, Monkseaton. Tel: 0191 2523635 (Nee Owen) (West End) Peacefully with her family in Ashton Court Care Home on Tuesday 4th November 2025 aged 82 years. Beloved wife of the late Bernard. Treasured mam of Christopher, Rosemarie, Michael, John and Wendy. Devoted nanna of David, Scott, Jimmy, Katie and Faye. Loving great granny of Erin, Eden, Sophie, Ella, Dylan, Nova, Jenna, Jade, Evie and the late Logan. Also a dear sister of Ernie, Andy, Norma and the late John. Would all please meet for funeral service at West Road Crematorium on Thursday 13th November at 12.45pm. Family flowers only please but donations gratefully received on behalf of Dementia UK. A collection box will be available following the service. All enquiries c/o Clark Pearson Funeral Directors, 2 Baroness Drive, Denton Burn, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE15 7AT. Tel 0191-2744373. Died 8th November 2002. Thank you for the love we shared, the love you gave and the way you cared. A beautiful nature, a heart of gold, these are the memories we will hold. The pain still hurts, the memories are still clear, we wish in our hearts that you were still here. You're not just a memory or part of the past, you'll be loved and missed as long as life lasts. Love you sweetheart, and we always will. Dad, Mam and big Brother Ian. (Throckley) Mam, you're not by our side but you're always in our hearts. Miss you as always. Tony, Linda & family. xxx Treasured memories of my son Darren. Sadly passed away 11th November 2020 five years today. Not a day goes past when I don't think of you, you were my one and only son, you always made me happy, laugh and cry and times I have driven you crazy. You were my world, my everything. There has never been, nor will there ever be, anything quite as special as the love between a mother and son. Words can't describe how much I miss you. My heart aches every day without you being in my life. I love you so much my son and miss you so much. Love Mam, late Dad and Family xxxxxxx (Ashington) Remembering wor Paul, died 10th November 1991. Unheard, unseen, you are always near, still loved, still missed and very dear. Georgina, Malcolm and Family (Johnny) It has been one year since we lost our beloved John (Johnny), who passed away on 13th of November 2024. Though time has passed, the memory of his love, laughter and kindness remains ever present in our hearts. He is deeply missed and lovingly remembered every day by wife Julia, son John, daughter-in-law Claire, grandchildren Jordan, Elly, Jorgia and Joseph. John brought joy and warmth to everyone he met and left behind a legacy of love that continues to inspire all who knew him. Forever loved , deeply missed and always remembered. (Mick) In Loving Memory of Michael (Mick), devoted husband to May, wonderful dad to Michael, Linda and John. Grandad to Ross, Lewis, Joanna, Michael, Ellie, Michael and James. Always in our thoughts and hearts. Sadly missed every day. Remembering today and every day my Dad (Danny) The best Dad in the world. A very special person in every way. Full of joy and happiness, love and laughter and kindness beyond words. Whistle away. So very sadly missed and never forgotten. Tracey, Andy and Dan (Westerhope) Treasured memories of a dearly loved cousin and aunt, who passed away on 8th November 2024. Not a day goes by without thinking of you Anne and all the happy times we shared. Forever in our hearts. Sadly missed by Rosaline, Peter, Anne and David of Bellingham (formerly of Newcastle upon Tyne) In loving memory of a much loved husband, dad, father-in-law and granda. It's one year since you passed, you are missed every day, you are always in our hearts. Your loving wife Lynda and family, will always love you. Night night, God bless. Happy birthday to my beautiful daughter Gillian. As I whisper Happy Birthday my heart still fills with pain. My world would be like heaven to have you back again. I will always remember your beautiful smile. Sadly missed, always loved and never forgotten, your loving Mam xx Norah and the family of the late John Campbell (Morpeth) would like to thank all who attended his funeral at Bockenfield Crematorium on the 5th November 2025. Special thanks to those who donated to the Stroke Association and who sent heartfelt cards and flowers. Grateful thanks go to the doctors at Greystoke Surgery, District nurses, Pharmacy staff at Health Hut, Carers from Age UK, JW Peters Funeral Directors and Lay Ministers (Christine and Janice). Last, but not least, John's best friend Andy and neighbours Brenda and Victor for their support over the years. To add your own tributes to the loved ones from our area, or to publish a notice for your loved one, visit funeral-notices.co.uk Our thoughts are with the family and friends of those we have lost. Our ChronicleLive Daily newsletter is free. You can sign up to receive it here . 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Death notices and funeral announcements in The Newcastle Chronicle this week

Announcing 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. Every notice remains online forever providing friends and families with a lifelong tribute to their loved one, a safe place online to share memories, add tributes, photographs and make donations in memory. Each week we pay tribute to the loved ones remembered in our area with a funeral notice and online tribute page. To read the latest announcements and add tributes to those from our area who have passed away, or to create a funeral notice yourself, click here . Alternatively, you can create a notice by calling our helpful team on 01482 908084. Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week. Newbiggin By The Sea Peacefully with his family by his side on 3rd November 2025 aged 101 years. George Jefferson, beloved Husband of the late Anne, much loved Dad of Susan & the late Louise, Father in law of Chris & Michael, adored Granda of Sarah, Martin, Emma & Simone. Great Granda of Rebecca, Phoebe, Jax, Declan & Dusty, also a dear Brother of the late Eddie, Betty & Nancy. Funeral service to take place at St Bartholomew's Church, Newbiggin on Tuesday 18th November at 11am, followed by interment in church yard. Family flowers only, donation's in lieu if desired to Newbiggin RNLI. There will be a donation box in the church. All welcome afterwards for refreshments at The Central Club Newbiggin. Enquiries to A. J. Gascoigne & Son. Tel. 01670 818351. (Whickham) Suddenly at home on 1st November 2025 aged 78 years Derek. Beloved husband of the late Sheila, dearly loved dad of Vikki and Paula, dear father-in-law of John and Dave, loving grandad of Grace and Olivia, much loved brother of the late Billy and Ron, brother in law of the late Val, Jack, Susan, Michael and Pat and a dear uncle of all the family. Funeral Service at Saltwell Crematorium on Wednesday 19th November at 2.30pm. Would friends please meet at crematorium. Floral tributes may be sent to Martin Rankin Funeral Directors 7 The Square, Front Street, Whickham NE16 4JB. All welcome afterwards at The Gibside Hotel, Whickham. Brownlow It is with great sadness that the family of Rosemary Brownlow announce her passing on the 23rd October aged 77. Services will take place on the 19th of November beginning with a mass at St Pauls Parish in Cramlington at 12.15 following onto Blyth Crematorium for the committal at 1.45. All welcome. Family flowers only please. Forever in our hearts. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare Cramlington 01670 - 712886 (Walbottle) Late of Benwell. In The Marie Curie Hospice on 2nd November aged 76 years Sandra (Sandie), dearly loved mam of Juliette, Janet and Emily, a dearest Grandma of Matthew, Hilary, Juliette and Andrew, a beloved sister of Pat, Paul and the late Colin and will be very sadly missed by Joanne, Mick and Stan Service and Cremation at Northumberland Crematorium Bockenfield, Morpeth NE65 9QJ on Monday 17th November at 3pm Family and Friends please meet at the Crematorium. Family flowers only please donations in lieu for the Marie Curie Hospice. All enquiries please to James Hamilton Funeral Directors Darrell House Brunswick Village. Tel: 0191 2366243 (née Wilson) (Morpeth). Beloved wife of the late John Caffrey, a devoted mother to Melanie, Theresa, and Patrick; a loving mother-in-law to Rob, Rob, and Vee; a cherished grandmother to Ross, Ellisha, Anthony, Rhyarna, and Daniel, and a proud great-grandmother to Avie. Passed away peacefully in Palliative Care at Wansbeck Hospital on Monday, 27th October, following a sudden and brief illness. Her funeral will take place on Monday, 17th November, 12noon at St Robert's Church, Morpeth, followed by an interment at Fairmoor Cemetery. A buffet reception will be held at Morpeth Golf Club to honour and celebrate her life. Passed away peacefully on the 26th October 2025 aged 80 years. A devoted husband, much loved dad, adored grandad and great-grandad and a respected father in law. All enquiries to Coop Funeralcare Whitkirk, Leeds, Tel 0113 3909711. (Bedlington) Passed away peacefully at home on the 1st November 2025, aged 83 years. Beloved husband of the late Margaret, loving partner of Julia, much loved dad of Gillian, dear father-in-law of Ray, loving grandad of Gemma and Christopher and their partners Rowan and Olly as well as a great-grandad of Jacob, Oliver and Finlay. Please meet for funeral service at Blyth Crematorium on Monday 17th November 11.30am. Family flowers only please, donation in lieu if desired to Mesothelioma UK for which a box will be provided at the Crematorium. Enquiries c/o John Grenfell & Son Funeral Directors, Bedlington. Tel: (01670) 823204. D'OSTUNI Teresa (Benton) Peacefully after a long illness on 28th October 2025, aged 76 years, Teresa. Dearly loved Wife of the late Giovanni. Loving and devoted Mam to Franco, Angela and Tony. Mother in law to Ian. Cherished Nonna to Luca and Esme. Loving Sister to Titina, Maria and Giovanni. Teresa will be very sadly missed by all her family and friends. Would friends please meet for Requiem Mass at St Teresa's RC church, Heaton on Wednesday 19th November at 10am. Followed by interment in West Road Cemetery No flowers by request, any donations will be greatly received by the Church. All enquires to Co-op Funeralcare, Gosforth Tel: 0191 2844085 (Gateshead) Peacefully on October 29th, aged 87 years. Irene much loved wife of the late Peter, loving mam of Mark, Katrina and Clare, very special mother in law of Gillian and Paolo, also a beloved grandma to five wonderful grandchildren. Irene will be greatly missed by all her family. Friends please meet for service at Saltwell Crematorium on Friday November 14th at 1pm. No flowers by request, donations in lieu if desired to The Alzheimer's Society, to support them in the wonderful work they do, a donation box will be provided at the crematorium, or you can visit Irene's Much Loved Tribute page https://irene-davis-1938-2025.muchloved.com All welcome to continue the celebration of Irene's life at the Ravensworth Arms, Lamesley, following the service. All enquiries to Walker and Morrell Funeral Directors 10 Richmond Court Old Durham Road, Gateshead NE8 4AS 0191 4785415 (Fenham) Peacefully on 8th November aged 82 years. Margaret (nee Jackson). Beloved Wife of the late Ray. Dearly loved Mam of Ken and Terri. A cherished Grandma of Stephanie, Alexandra, Scott, Adam and Jay. Margaret will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Cremation at West Road Crematorium on Wednesday 19th November at 2.45pm. Friends, please meet at the Crematorium. Flowers welcome or donations in lieu of flowers if desired to The Stroke Association. All welcome back to the Denton Pub for refreshments. All enquiries to R W Barrett & Son Funeral Services, 379 West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE15 7NL, Tel 0191 2410873. (née Fryer) (Morpeth) Formerly of Embleton, Cramlington and Burradon. Suddenly at home on 20th October, aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of the late David, dear mam of Julie and Hamish, dear sister of the late Bill and Olga, sister-in-law to Ethel, a dear aunt to Gillian and Susan. Friends, please meet for service at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Monday 17th November at 12noon. All welcome for refreshments afterwards at William Turner Court, Morpeth, NE61 1US. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu may be sent to The Alzheimer's Society. A donation box will be available at the service. Enquiries to Melrose Funeral Services, Seaton Delaval, Tel. 0191 2370482 (Bedlington) Peacefully on 28th October, aged 85 years. Beloved Wife of the late Robert, much loved Mam of Mary and John, devoted Grandmother of Matthew, Jennifer and Alistair, as well as a dear Great Grandmother of Fraser. Funeral service and cremation to be held at Cowpen Crematorium on Friday 14th November at 10.45am. Friends please meet at Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Cramlington House Care Home, Residents Activity Fund. Afterwards at Laird's House, Bedlington. Enquiries C/O John Grenfell & Son Funeral Directors, Bedlington. Tel: 01670 823204. (Newfield) Passed away peacefully on 25th October 2025, aged 92 years. Nancy, beloved Wife of the late Ken, a much loved Mam to Michael, loving Mother-in-law to Clare, a much loved Grandma to Jessica, Bethany and Bailey and Great-Grandma to George and Elle. Would family and friends please meet for Funeral service at Birtley Crematorium on Wednesday 12th November 2025, at 10am Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired to The Alzheimer's Society Rest In Peace. J M & E Ovington & Son Ltd Birtley, Tel: 0191 4103863 (nee Chadwick) (North Berwick, formerly Jesmond) Peacefully on 31st October 2025, aged 81 years at Fidra House, North Berwick, East Lothian. Beloved wife of Dr Colin T A Jones and mother of Katrina, Vanessa and the late Nicholas. Private Family Committal followed by Service of Thanksgiving at Abbey Church, North Berwick on 17th November 2025 at 11.15am. Family flowers only please but if wished, donations to Alzheimer's Scotland in her memory. Enquiries c/o William Purves Funeral Directors, North Berwick Tel 01620 674100 (Wallbank) (Whitley Bay) Peacefully in hospital after a short illness on 30 October 2025. Beloved wife of the late Jim, proud mother of Andrew, Richard and the late Jonathan, a loving granny and great granny, and a devoted partner to Jim. She will be sadly missed by her family and her many friends. Funeral service to be held at 3pm on Friday 14 November at Whitley Bay Crematorium. All are welcome and also afterwards at Elderton Place, Coquet Avenue, Whitley Bay. No flowers please, but donations if desired to JR Whippet Rescue. (Woza) (Sunniside) Suddenly at home on 29th October 2025 aged 47 years Warren. Will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral Service at Mountsett Crematorium on Tuesday 18th November at 11am. Family flowers only. Donations to Andy's Man Club may be left in the donation box at the service. All welcome afterwards at The Harry Clasper, Whickham. Please wear funeral attire, black clothing and colourful trainers. (Alfie) (Whitehills Estate) Peacefully surrounded by his loving family on the 5th November, age 89 years, Alfie. The much loved husband of the late Jean (Ilderton), and also a loving dad, grandad and great grandad. Alfie will be very sadly missed by all his loving family and friends. Would friends please meet for Requiem Mass in St Alban's RC Church, Pelaw on Monday 17th November at 12.45pm, which will be followed by interment in Heworth Burn Cemetery at 2pm. By request, family flowers only, donations if desired to Armstrong House Care Home. A donation box will be available at the church. Private afterwards. All enquiries to Watson's Funeral Directors Ltd, 282 Old Durham Road, Gateshead NE8 4BP. Telephone (0191) 477 1484. (Wooler) Passed away on 30th October 2025, aged 76 years. Beloved husband of Stella and a much loved dad and grandad. Service to be held at Northumberland Woodland Burial & Crematorium (NE65 9QJ) on Monday 17th November at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in David's memory to the Stroke Association. Oakwood House 571 Westgate Road Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 9PQ Tel: 0191 2739292 (North Shields) Passed away peacefully on 7th November aged 97 years. Loving husband of the late Dorothy Nicholson, loved dad of Diane, Keith, Ronnie and Sandra, loving father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. He will be sadly missed by all. Funeral service to take place at Tynemouth Crematorium on Wednesday 19th November 2025 at 9.45am. All welcome back to The Catholic Club, North Shields after the service. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to the British Heart Foundation. All enquiries to Chris Sample Funerals, 53 Saville Street, North Shields, NE30 1NS Tel: 0191 2578401 Sandra passed away peacefully on the 28th of October 2025, aged 81 years. Beloved wife of Norman, loving mam of Paul, mother-in-law of Sarah, loving grandma of Lucy, Emily and partners Joe and Nathan. Sandra will be greatly missed by all who knew her, Family and friends please meet for cremation and committal at the West Road Crematorium, Newcastle on Monday the 17th of November at 1.15pm, followed by a memorial service at St Georges United Reformed Church, High Heaton at 2.15pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired to Palliative Care at Wansbeck Hospital and the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society. All enquiries to H. Duckworth Funeral Directors, Wideopen. Tel:0191 2364444. (Nee MacNay) (Peg) (Westerhope) Peacefully in Pavilion Court on Tuesday 22nd October 2025 aged 90 years. Beloved wife of the late Raymond. Treasured mam of the late John. Also a much loved grandma of Steven and Ben. Would all please meet for funeral service at West Road Crematorium on Thursday 13th November at 11.15am. Family flowers only please. 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. (Gateshead, formerly of Beacon Lough East) Peacefully after a long illness on November 3rd aged 60 years. Paul, much loved son of Elizabeth and the late Thomas. Beloved brother of Jane and Stephen, loving uncle of Stephen and David and Great Uncle of Lewis, Jayden and Halle. Paul will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Friends please meet for service at Saltwell Crematorium on Friday November 14th at 3.15pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Ward 8 at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital in recognition of the wonderful care and support shown to Paul and his family. A donation box will be available at the Crematorium or you can visit Paul's Much loved Tribute page https://paul-regan.muchloved.com/ All welcome back to The Fiddlers Three, High Heworth following the service to continue the celebration of Paul's life. All Enquiries to Walker and Morrell Funeral Directors 10 Richmond Court Old Durham Road Gateshead NE8 4AS 0191 4785415 (nee Hare) (Ashington) Passed away peacefully on the 1st November, aged 85 years. Beloved wife of James (Jimmy), much loved mam of Lynne, Kevin and Kaye and mother in law of Alan, Nicola and Jeff, a dearly loved grandma of Victoria, Rebecca and Charlotte and great grandma of Riley and Molly. Friends please meet for funeral service at Blyth Crematorium on Wednesday 19th November at 1pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired may be given at the service for the benefit of Blood Cancer UK. Enquiries c/o William Purves Funeral Directors, tel 01670 812117. Previously of Killingworth Village. Died suddenly on 27th October aged 71 years. Much loved Sister of Alan and John, Sister in Law of Jude and Sue and Auntie to Tom and Katie. Cremation to be a private family service at Hull Crematorium on 18th November. No flowers or donations please. (Chester le Street) Peacefully on the 24th October 2025 at St Mary's Nursing home aged 82 years, Ralph Jackson Dearly loved husband of Joan Much loved dad of Fiona and Adrian and Stephen and Amanda. Also adored grandad of Callum and Jake. Ralph will be sadly missed by family and friends. Please meet for funeral service at St Mary and St Cuthbert's Parish Church on Wednesday 19th November 2025 at 10.30am. Private cremation Everyone is welcome to return to the Masonic Hall, Station Road, Chester le Street, to raise a glass. Family flowers only please, Donations if desired To Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis All enquiries to The Co-op Funeral Care, Chester le Street Tel: 0191 3871212 (Ryton) Peacefully at home with his family by his side on 2nd November 2025, aged 91 years, Donald (Don) beloved husband of Angela, adored dad of Paul and Lisa, also loving grandad of Liam and Joanne and precious great-grandad of Grace. A much loved brother of the late Betty, Brian and Pat, also dearest uncle to all his nieces and nephews, Don will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Would friends please meet for Service and Cremation at West Road Crematorium, Newcastle on Wednesday 19th November at 10.15am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Sir Bobby Robson Foundation. (Stona) (North Shields) Passed away on 5th November 2025, aged 71 years. Beloved husband of Paula, much loved dad of Thomas, Julie, Daniel and partners, a loving grandad of Hunter and Hudson. He will be sadly missed by all his loving family and friends. A private cremation will take place at Tynemouth Crematorium. All enquiries to Chris Sample Funerals, 53 Saville Street, North Shields, NE30 1NS Tel: 0191 2578401 Newbiggin by The Sea Passed away peacefully at home on 25th October 2025, aged 89 years. John, Devoted Husband to the late Iris. Loving Dad to Janet, Steven & Karen, dear Father in Law to John, Pam & Jeff. Cherished Grandad & Great Grandad to all of his Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Funeral service to take place at Cowpen Crematorium Blyth on Wednesday 19th November at 10.45am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to Prostate Cancer UK a box will be available at the Crematorium. All welcome afterwards for refreshments at the premises of A.J. Gascoigne & Son. Hazelwood House Woodhorn NE63 9YA. For enquiries Tel. 01670 818351. (Jimmy) (Killingworth) Peacefully in hospital, after a short illness, on 31st October 2025, aged 89 years. Beloved husband of the late Sylvia. Much loved father of Peter and father-in-law to Helen. Loving brother of Kathleen and Sheila and a dear grandad to James and his wife Katie. Jimmy will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Wednesday 19th November at 12pm. Family flowers only please. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Whitley Bay. Tel: 0191 252 5151 (Fenham). Peacefully on 30th October aged 92 years. Eunice, Beloved Wife of the late Melville. Dearly loved Mam of Alan. Much loved Mother-in-law of Val. A cherished Granny of Rebecca, James and Joseph. Eunice will be greatly missed by all family and friends. Friends, please meet for service at The Holy Cross Church Fenham on Monday 17th November at 11am followed by private cremation at the West Road Crematorium. Family flowers only please or donations in lieu of flowers if desired to Re-engage. All enquiries to R W Barrett & Son Funeral Services, 379 West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE15 7NL, Tel 0191 2410873 (Ena) (Birtley) Passed away peacefully with her family by her side on 27th October 2025 aged 94 years. Thomasina, beloved wife of the late Murray, a much loved mam to Sandra, Maureen, Murray and Denise. A much loved mother-in-law to Bob, Bill, Rob and Catherine. Loving grandma to Vicky, Angela, Sonia and Mark and great-grandma to Jack, Finn, Anna and Joseph. Would family and friends please meet for Funeral Service at Birtley Crematorium on Thursday 13th November 2025 at 11am. Family flowers only, donations if so desired to the RNIB and Arthritis UK. Rest in Peace. J M & E Ovington & Son Ltd Birtley Tel: 0191 4103863. (Lodge) Suddenly at home on the 5th November 2025, aged 85 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Norman, wonderful Mother to David and Alison, and much loved Granny to Toby, Lucy and Sarah. Will be deeply missed. Private Cremation. (Low Fell) At home on 5th November aged 92 years, Jane (nee Atkinson). Beloved wife of the late Terry and much loved Mam of Ty. Requiem Mass to be held at St Peter's Church, Low Fell on Monday 17th November at 10am. Interment following at Heworth Burn Cemetery. Family flowers only please but donations in lieu may be given at the service for the Alzheimer's Society E Bush Funeral Directors 79-83 Old Durham Road Gateshead NE8 4BJ Tel:0 191 477 1726 (Catchgate, Annfield Plain) Died suddenly on Monday 27th October aged 83 years. Devoted wife of late husband George, Dearest sister to the late Jane and her husband Alan, sister of Harry and his late wife Margaret. Beloved aunt and great-aunt, also a true friend to many. Funeral service will take place at Mountsett Crematorium on Wednesday 19th November at 2pm. All are welcome. All enquiries to Coop Funeralcare, High St, Stanley DH9 0NX (nee O'Dwyer) (Monkseaton) Peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on 26th October, aged 88. Dearly loved wife of the late Albert, much loved Mum to Al, Kate, Tony and Tim, and a beloved sister. A cherished Granny and Great Granny. Friends please meet for a Requiem Mass at The Immaculate Heart of Mary RC Church, West Monkseaton on Monday 17th November at 12noon, followed by interment at Earsdon Cemetery at 1.15pm. Family flowers only please with donations in lieu, if desired, to Marie Curie or St Oswald's Hospice. Everyone welcome afterwards at the Grand Hotel for refreshments. Enquiries c/o William Purves Funeral Directors, 40 Earsdon Road, Monkseaton. Tel: 0191 2523635 (Nee Owen) (West End) Peacefully with her family in Ashton Court Care Home on Tuesday 4th November 2025 aged 82 years. Beloved wife of the late Bernard. Treasured mam of Christopher, Rosemarie, Michael, John and Wendy. Devoted nanna of David, Scott, Jimmy, Katie and Faye. Loving great granny of Erin, Eden, Sophie, Ella, Dylan, Nova, Jenna, Jade, Evie and the late Logan. Also a dear sister of Ernie, Andy, Norma and the late John. Would all please meet for funeral service at West Road Crematorium on Thursday 13th November at 12.45pm. Family flowers only please but donations gratefully received on behalf of Dementia UK. A collection box will be available following the service. All enquiries c/o Clark Pearson Funeral Directors, 2 Baroness Drive, Denton Burn, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE15 7AT. Tel 0191-2744373. Died 8th November 2002. Thank you for the love we shared, the love you gave and the way you cared. A beautiful nature, a heart of gold, these are the memories we will hold. The pain still hurts, the memories are still clear, we wish in our hearts that you were still here. You're not just a memory or part of the past, you'll be loved and missed as long as life lasts. Love you sweetheart, and we always will. Dad, Mam and big Brother Ian. (Throckley) Mam, you're not by our side but you're always in our hearts. Miss you as always. Tony, Linda & family. xxx Treasured memories of my son Darren. Sadly passed away 11th November 2020 five years today. Not a day goes past when I don't think of you, you were my one and only son, you always made me happy, laugh and cry and times I have driven you crazy. You were my world, my everything. There has never been, nor will there ever be, anything quite as special as the love between a mother and son. Words can't describe how much I miss you. My heart aches every day without you being in my life. I love you so much my son and miss you so much. Love Mam, late Dad and Family xxxxxxx (Ashington) Remembering wor Paul, died 10th November 1991. Unheard, unseen, you are always near, still loved, still missed and very dear. Georgina, Malcolm and Family (Johnny) It has been one year since we lost our beloved John (Johnny), who passed away on 13th of November 2024. Though time has passed, the memory of his love, laughter and kindness remains ever present in our hearts. He is deeply missed and lovingly remembered every day by wife Julia, son John, daughter-in-law Claire, grandchildren Jordan, Elly, Jorgia and Joseph. John brought joy and warmth to everyone he met and left behind a legacy of love that continues to inspire all who knew him. Forever loved , deeply missed and always remembered. (Mick) In Loving Memory of Michael (Mick), devoted husband to May, wonderful dad to Michael, Linda and John. Grandad to Ross, Lewis, Joanna, Michael, Ellie, Michael and James. Always in our thoughts and hearts. Sadly missed every day. Remembering today and every day my Dad (Danny) The best Dad in the world. A very special person in every way. Full of joy and happiness, love and laughter and kindness beyond words. Whistle away. So very sadly missed and never forgotten. Tracey, Andy and Dan (Westerhope) Treasured memories of a dearly loved cousin and aunt, who passed away on 8th November 2024. Not a day goes by without thinking of you Anne and all the happy times we shared. Forever in our hearts. Sadly missed by Rosaline, Peter, Anne and David of Bellingham (formerly of Newcastle upon Tyne) In loving memory of a much loved husband, dad, father-in-law and granda. It's one year since you passed, you are missed every day, you are always in our hearts. Your loving wife Lynda and family, will always love you. Night night, God bless. Happy birthday to my beautiful daughter Gillian. As I whisper Happy Birthday my heart still fills with pain. My world would be like heaven to have you back again. I will always remember your beautiful smile. Sadly missed, always loved and never forgotten, your loving Mam xx Norah and the family of the late John Campbell (Morpeth) would like to thank all who attended his funeral at Bockenfield Crematorium on the 5th November 2025. Special thanks to those who donated to the Stroke Association and who sent heartfelt cards and flowers. Grateful thanks go to the doctors at Greystoke Surgery, District nurses, Pharmacy staff at Health Hut, Carers from Age UK, JW Peters Funeral Directors and Lay Ministers (Christine and Janice). Last, but not least, John's best friend Andy and neighbours Brenda and Victor for their support over the years. To add your own tributes to the loved ones from our area, or to publish a notice for your loved one, visit funeral-notices.co.uk Our thoughts are with the family and friends of those we have lost. Our ChronicleLive Daily newsletter is free. You can sign up to receive it here . 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