A selection of tributes to people who have passed away around the North East
17:27, 04 Jan 2026Updated 17:27, 04 Jan 2026
A selection of tributes to people who have passed away around the North East
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Death Notices
Carole ADAMSON
(Washington formerly Felling) Promoted to Glory in hospital on 11th December 2025 Carole, dearly loved sister of Hilary. Friends please meet for the service at South Shields Crematorium on Friday 2nd January 2026 at 10:30am. Family flowers only please, donations would be gratefully accepted via retiring collection for British Heart Foundation. Private afterwards All enquiries to Walker & Morrell, 4 West View, Washington, NE37 2DT 0191 4164160
Norman ANDERSON
(Fenham) Passed away on 9th December 2025, 88 years. Beloved husband of Oriel, much loved father of John and David, brother to Alf and family. Service to be held at the West Road Crematorium on Thursday 8th January at 2.15pm. Family flowers only, donations in Norman’s memory to the RNIB. Oakwood House, 571 Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 9PQ Tel: (0191) 273 9292
Elaine ANDERSON (nee Muller)
(nee Muller ) (Gateshead) Suddenly at home with her loving husband on 9th December 2025, aged 69 years, Elaine. Beloved wife of Malcolm, a loving daughter of the late Nicholas and Ruth, a dear sister of Yvonne, Kevin and the late Michael. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at Saltwell Crematorium on Tuesday 6th January 2026 at 11.15am. By request no flowers, donations in lieu if so desired to The Sir Bobby Robson Foundation. A donation box will be available at the Crematorium. Elaine will be sadly missed by her loving family and friends. All enquiries to: Watson’s Funeral Directors Ltd. Gateshead. Telephone (0191) 477 1484.
Alan AVERILL
(Leam Lane) Suddenly at home on 3rd December 2025 aged 76 years Alan. Beloved son of the late Polly and Dave and a dear cousin. Funeral Service at Saltwell Crematorium on Thursday 15th January at 1.00pm. Would friends please meet at crematorium. Family flowers only. Enquiries to Martin Rankin Funeral Directors Tel:- 0191 4882255.
Christine Holystone, formerly North Shields and Chester Le Street) BARKER (Nee Weatherspoon)
(Nee Weatherspoon) (Holystone, formerly North Shields and Chester Le Street ) Peacefully surrounded by her loving family on 21st December aged 66 years. Beloved wife of Kevin. Much loved mam of Natalie, Sarah and Kieran. Doting moma to Alexis-Rose and Lyla. Doting dog mam to Denzil, Cassie, Pepper, Marley and Willow. Private service to take place on Thursday 8th January. E Turnbull & Sons Ltd Albion Road North Shields NE29 0HE Tel. 0191 2571201
Stan BELL
(Walker). Peacefully in hospital with his loving family by his side on 21st December 2025 aged 86 years, Stan beloved husband of Jackie, a loving dad of Simon and Gary also a dear father in law of Andrew, a dearly missed brother of Doreen, Elsie, Vi, June and the late Tom and Brian. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service and cremation at West Road Crematorium on Friday 9th January at 10.15am. No flowers by request donations in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. All welcome afterwards for refreshments at PTE, Byker. Co-op Funeralcare Byker Newcastle NE6 1DU Tel:(0191) 2762240
Nora BELL
(Gateshead) Peacefully on the 23rd December aged 89 years, Nora, a much loved mam of Josephine and Tracy, dearest mother-in-law of Tony and Brian, loving nana of John Paul, Louise, Kerry, Natalie and Paul and also a loved great-nana and great-great-nana. Nora will be very sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. Would friends please meet for service at Saltwell Crematorium on Wednesday 21st January 2026 at 12noon. All enquiries to Watson’s Funeral Directors Ltd; 282 Old Durham Road, Gateshead. NE8 4BP. Tel: 0191 4771484.
Ian Walton BELL
(Throckley) Suddenly but peacefully on 14th December 2025 aged 90 years. Beloved husband to Pam, devoted dad to David and Lesley, treasured grandad to Victoria and Jessica, much-loved father-in-law to Peter and Heather. Ian was also a friend of many. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Family and friends please meet for Ian’s funeral service on Friday 9th January at 2:15pm at The West Road Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations will be gratefully received with proceeds going to The Sir Bobby Robson Foundation. A donation box will be available at the crematorium. All are welcome following the service to continue the celebration of Ian’s life at Throckley Bank Top Club, Hexham Road, Throckley. NE15 9DU. All Enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare Throckley- 0191 264 1782.
Jean CARR (nee Hunter)
(nee Hunter) Greenside Peacefully at home on 17th December 2025, aged 82 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Jimmy. Much loved mam of Deborah and Ian and Linda and Ian, a devoted grandma of Melissa, Jonathan, Katie, Summer and Glen and a much loved friend to many. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Mountsett Crematorium on Wednesday 7th January at 11.45am. All are welcome afterwards to Crawcrook Social Club. Family flowers only please, donations for West Gateshead District Nurses Charitable Fund and Macmillan Cancer Support may be sent c/o 1 Kepier Chare, Crawcrook, Ryton, NE40 4TS. Tel : 0191-4132318
Margaret Ada CLAYDON (Begg)
(Begg) SEAHOUSES Sadly passed away peacefully at home on Saturday 13th December 2025 surrounded by her family, Margaret aged 88 years. Special Mam to Allison, Michael and Nicki and a beloved Nanny to Elena and Alexia. Funeral service to be held at Northumberland Crematorium on Monday 5th January 2026 at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to RNLI Seahouses c/o Keith Slater Funeral Services Unit 1 Phillips Yard, Broad Road, Seahouses NE68 7UP.
Thomas Docherty (Tommy) CONNELLY
(Tommy) CONNELLY THOMAS ( Teams, Gateshead ) ( Tommy ) Sadly in hospital on 22nd December 2025 aged 78 years. Loving Husband of Linda, also a cherished Dad, Granda, Brother, Brother-in-law, Uncle & Friend. Would family and friends please meet for Funeral Service on Wednesday 7th January 2026 at Saltwell Crematorium at 1:00 PM. Family Flowers Only. Donations if desired to Asthma & Lung UK All welcome afterwards to The Waggon Team, Lobley Hill Road, Gateshead, NE11 9NA All enquiries to W. Lauderdale & Son Funeral Services 0191 4604698
William CRAGGS (BILLY)
(BILLY) Whitley Bay (formerly of Crook) Passed away peacefully at home on the 19th of December Aged 77 Years. Much loved husband to Mary, Loving Dad to Susan, Andrew and Ruth and Proud Grandad to Thomas, Joseph, Isabel and Rosa. Please meet for funeral service at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Friday 9th January at 3pm. Family flowers only. Donations gratefully received in aid of Bowel Cancer Research.
Anne DAVISON
(Gateshead) Peacefully in hospital on the 18th December aged 85 years, Anne, the beloved wife of the late Brian, much loved mam of Christopher and Philip, dearest mother-in-law of Tracey, Elaine and Clare, a loving grandma of Mark, Alexander, Lewis and Hannah, also loving gigi to Sofia and Vinnie. Anne will be very sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. Would friends please meet for service at St. Peter’s RC Church, Low Fell, on Friday 16th January at 11am, which will be followed by cremation at Saltwell Crematorium at 12 noon. By request family flowers only, donations if desired will be shared between The British Heart Foundation and Cancer Research. A donation box will be available at both the church and crematorium. All enquiries to Watson’s Funeral Directors Ltd., 282 Old Durham Road, Gateshead. NE8 4BP. Tel. 0191 4771484
Lily (Ryton) DONNELLY (Kennedy)
(Kennedy) (Ryton) Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on the 22nd of December 2025 at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital aged 83 years. Devoted wife to the late Brian. Dearly loved mother to Mark and Jill and mother in law to Christine. Treasured grandmother to Emma, Adam, Eli, Emily, Andie and Jordan. Also, a dear sister to Anne and Jean and sister in law to Billy and Pam. Funeral service to take place at Mountsett Crematorium on the 15th of January 2025 at 10:15am. Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired, will be gratefully received for Cancer Research.
Lawrence Robert (Larry) DRUMMOND
(Larry) It is with great sadness we announce Larry passed away on 14th December 2025, aged 81 years. Larry, the much-loved husband to Cath. Loving father to Andrew and Matthew, father-in-law to Julia and Karen. Beloved granda to Caitlyn, Matthew, Jack and Harley. Please gather for the funeral service to celebrate Larry’s life at Saltwell Crematorium on Thursday 8th January 2026, at 1pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to Asthma + Lung UK. After the service, family and friends are warmly invited to The Thomas Wilson Club, Low Fell, to continue the celebration of Larry’s life. All enquiries to Regent Funeral Services on 0191 433 4499. Regent Funeral Services Saltwell Road South Saltwell Park Gateshead NE9 6DT 0191 433 4499
Dorothy Anne DUFFELL (nee Snowball)
(nee Snowball ) (Morpeth) Passed away peacefully on 20th December 2025 aged 75 years. A much loved wife to Ray, mum to Ian and Andrea, mother-in-law to Danny and Sara, gran to Ben and Alice, step-gran to Luke and Liam, sister to Sylvia, auntie to Lee and Catherine, daughter-in- law to Doreen and a wonderful friend to many. Dorothy will be very sadly missed by all her family and friends. Please meet for funeral service at Northumberland Crematorium, Felton on Friday 9th January 2026 at 10.00am. Family flowers upon request. Donations in lieu if desired to St Oswald’s Hospice for which a box will be provided at the crematorium or via the link. https://www.justgiving.com/page/andrea-duffell- 1?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=WA All enquiries c/o John Grenfell & Son Funeral Directors, Bedlington. Tel: (01670) 823204.
Denis DUNPHY
(Whickham) Peacefully at home with family on 24th December 2025, aged 92 years, Denis. Beloved husband of Doreen, much loved father to Catherine, Aidan & Emma, cherished grandfather to Jack, Lucy, Sarah, Sophie, Alice and Daisy, dearest father-in-law to Glenn, Steve and Janice and devoted brother to Ann, Maurice and the late Gerard and Mary. Would family and friends meet for a Requiem Mass at St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church Dockendale Lane, Whickham on Thursday 8th January 2026 at 10.00am followed by a private burial. All welcome from 11.00am at The Gibside Hotel, Whickham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to Macmillan Cancer Support.
George Frederick ELLIOTT
(Winlaton) Peacefully in hospital on 11th December 2025, aged 90 years, George Frederick. Loving husband of the late Paddie, adored dad of Samantha and Kirsty, dear father-in-law of Barry and Darren and a brilliant grandad of Simon. George will be sadly missed by all his family and friends, Would friends please meet for service and cremation at Mountsett Crematorium, Dipton on Monday 12th January 2026 at 11.45am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Dementia UK.
Doreen EMBLETON
(Pelton) Passed away on the 11th December 2025, aged 76 years. Beloved wife of the late Robert (Bob) a much loved mam of Robert and Gary and loving sister of Janet and Sheila. Family and friends please meet at Birtley Crematorium on Thursday 8th January at 2.30pm. Everyone is welcome to Ouston & District Social Club after the service.
Maureen EMERSON (East Stanley)
(East Stanley) Peacefully in hospital on 30th November 2025 aged 78 years. Maureen (former Teacher at St Patricks School, Dipton). Beloved Sister of Brian. Will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Friends please meet for a Requiem Mass at St Joseph’s RC Church, Stanley on Friday 2nd January 2026 at 10:45am. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to St Vincent de Paul Society. On Whose Soul Sweet Jesus Have Mercy. RIP.
Denis FLAHERTY
Flaherty (Wylam formerly of Denton Burn). Peacefully in Hospital on 10th December aged 73 years. Denis beloved Husband of Liz. Dearly loved Dad of Kelly and Lauren and a dear Stepfather of Ben. Also, a treasured Grandad and a dear friend of many. Denis will be very dearly missed. Cremation at the West Road Crematorium on Tuesday 6th January at 12 noon. Friends, please meet at the Crematorium. Family flowers only please donations in lieu of flowers to Cancer Research. All welcome back to the Blutcher Club for refreshments. All enquiries to R W Barrett & Son Funeral Services, 379 West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE15 7NL, Tel 0191 2410873.
Joan Elizabeth FOTHERGILL (Nee Lishman)
(Nee Lishman) (Prudhoe formerly of Scotswood) Peacefully in hospital with her family on Sunday 28th December 2025 aged 82 years. Beloved wife of William (Billy). Devoted mam of Norman and David. Much loved mother in law of Christine and Helen. Treasured grandma of Scott, Matthew, Liam, Aaron and Lewis. Also a loving Aunt of Thelma and her husband Steve. Would all please meet for funeral service at West Road Crematorium on Friday 9th January at 11.15am. Family flowers only please but donations gratefully received on behalf of The Sir Bobby Robson Foundation. A collection box will be available following the service. All welcome afterwards to Mickley Social Club, West Road, Mickley Square, Stocksfield, NE43 7BG. All enquiries c/o Clark Pearson Funeral Directors, 2 Baroness Drive, Denton Burn, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE15 7AT. Tel 0191-2744373.
Colin FRAZER
of North Shields. Died at Kingfisher Care Home on 16th December, aged 87 years. A much loved Husband and Father, he will be dearly missed by his family and friends. A service will be held at Tynemouth Crematorium, Preston Cemetery on Friday 9th January at 3pm. In lieu of flowers a donation to Kingfisher Care Home is appreciated.
Jack GILROY
(Formerly of Slatyford) Peacefully in Whorlton Grange Care Home on 19th December, aged 99 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Pauline, dear father of Tony and Colin, father-in-law of Diane and Susan, a much loved grandad of Steve, Michael, Claire, Nicola, and great grandad to Sam, Oliver and Faith. Friends, please meet for service at the West Road Crematorium on Thursday 8th January at 2.45pm (West Chapel) Family flowers only please, donations in lieu may be sent to Dementia UK. A donation box will be available at the service. Enquiries to Melrose Funeral Services, Dudley, Tel. 0191 2500100
Violet GRAHAM (née Carr)
(née Carr) (Greenside) Peacefully in Hadrian House, Blaydon on Friday 19th December 2025, aged 93 years. Violet, loving wife of Bobby, a dear mother, grandmother and great grandmother to all her family. Violet will be sadly missed by all who knew her. A service to celebrate Violet’s life will be held at Centenary Methodist Church, Crawcrook on Thursday 15th January 2026 at 12:45pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired to Alzheimer’s & Diabetes U.K. All enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare Prudhoe T: 01661 833078
Ivy GRANT (nee Thornton)
(nee Thornton) (Bedlington) Passed away peacefully in Cramlington Hospital on 24th December aged 97, following a short illness. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness and unwavering devotion to her family. Loving wife of the late John. Ivy was a selfless, adoring mother to John, Angela, Robert and Irene and a proud and doting grandma to Tracy, Julie, Lara, Paul, Sharyn, David and Stephen. Always first to help and support others, she will be remembered for the care and kindness at her core, her generous spirit, as well as her keen sense of fun and her determination to make the most of every single day. A powerhouse of love, Ivy shared smiles and laughter with all those who were lucky enough to know her. Though their hearts are broken, her family take comfort in the belief that she is now in the company of her beloved late husband and son. Her memory will be cherished always and her spirit lives on deep within the hearts of her family and friends. Please gather for the funeral service to celebrate Ivy’s life at St Cuthbert’s Church, Bedlington on Friday 9th January at 1:30pm, followed by committal at Blyth Crematorium at 2:30pm. Afterwards family and friends are warmly invited to gather at Bedlington Community Centre to continue the celebration of Ivy’s life. Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu of flowers to Mind Active, Bedlington. Enquiries to John Grenfell & Son Funeral Directors, 3 Front Street West, Bedlington. Tel. 01670 823204
Derek GRAY
(Byker) Suddenly, but peacefully at rest on 26th November 2025, aged 87 years. Devoted husband of the late Ada. Much loved dad of Derek and Denise. Dear father in law of David and Denise. Doting grandad of Eloise, Matthew and Aimee. Great Grandad ‘Old’ grandad to the much loved Ayda, Brodie, Carter and Drey. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends and all that knew him. Funeral service to be held at St Gabriel’s Church, Heaton on Tuesday 6th January at 1.00pm, followed by a burial at Heaton Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers to Tiny Lives. All welcome to celebrate the life of Derek at the PTE club, Millers Road, Byker, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE6 2XP, after the service. For those who are unable to attend the funeral service, all are welcome afterwards to celebrate and reminisce Dereks life. All enquiries to: W S Harrison Funeral Directors, St Mark’s House, Shields Road, Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 2UQ. Tel: (0191) 265 5415
Phyllis HAEFNER (nee Hart)
(nee Hart) (Ashington) Peacefully on the 15th December aged 78 years. Dearly loved mam of Mark and Kevin and mother in law of Debbie and Carol and a much loved grandma of Carly and Adam. Friends please meet for funeral service at Blyth Crematorium on Monday 5th January at 1pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for the benefit of The Great North Air Ambulance may be given at the service. Enquiries c/o William Purves Funeral Directors, tel 01670 812117.
Robert Surtees (Bob) HARRISON
(Bob) On 27th December 2025, aged 86 years. Bob, a much loved husband of Margaret, a much loved dad of Steven and Tony, a much loved father in law of Maureen and Karen, a much loved grandad of Angela, Mark, Andrew, Steven, Craig and Amy. Also a much loved great grandad, brother, brother in law, uncle and friend. Service and cremation at Saltwell Crematorium on Wednesday 14th January at 12:00pm. Friends please meet at crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Dementia UK. Afterwards everyone welcome at The Stone Trough
Violet HENNY
of Walkerville Died on 18th December 2025 at home. Beloved sister, auntie, cousin and friend to many. Violet worked at the Ministry in Longbenton for many years. Funeral to be held at Tynemouth Crematorium on Wednesday 7th January at 12.45pm. Family flowers only, but donations to the Daft As A Brush cancer patient care charity can be made on the day. Violet, loved and missed, forever in our hearts. Rest in peace, goodnight wonderful sister. God Bless you. xxx
Ann HOLMES (Nee Reddington)
(Nee Reddington) (Dinnington) Formerly of Blackhall, Hartlepool. With family on 19th December, aged 68 years. Much loved Wife of Rob. Loving Step Mam of Claire, Paul & partner Danielle. Proud Granny of Amelia, Blake, and Aliza. Also a dear Sister of Patricia. Family and friends please meet at the West Road Crematorium on Friday 9th January 2026 at 1:15pm Family flowers only please, donations in lieu for St Bede’s and Cancer Research UK may be given on the day. All enquiries please to James Hamilton Funeral Directors Darrell House Brunswick Village Tel: 0191 2366243
Judith HOWARD (Nee Common)
(Nee Common) Cramlington. Judith passed away peacefully after a long battle with cancer on the 16th of December aged 62 years. Beloved wife of Justin, daughter of the Late Michael and Doreen, caring sister of Paul and Ian, sister-in-law of Nick and Julie, aunt to Ian, Ashleigh, Naomi, Shaun, Laura, Victoria, and Rebecca. Judith was also Brown Owl to many and will be greatly missed by all. Family and friends please meet for service at Blyth Crematorium on Friday the 9th of January at 10.00am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Girl Guiding Cramlington. All enquiries to H. Duckworth Funeral Directors, Cramlington. Tel: 01670 713218.
Kenneth (Stanley) HOWD (Ken)
(Ken) (Stanley) Peacefully at St Andrew’s Care Home on 6th December 2025 aged 86 years, Ken. Beloved Husband of Janet. A dearly loved Brother, Brother in law, Uncle and Friend. Will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Friends please meet for service at South Moor United Methodist Church on Friday 9th January 2026 at 1pm followed by interment at Stanley cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to The Alzheimer’s Society. Private Afterwards.
Kathleen Mary HOWE (nee Moor)
(nee Moor) -Heaton- Passed away peacefully 15th December 2025 aged 71 years. Under the care at Assisi House, Walker. Survived by her children Jonathon and Kate. Funeral Service to be held at West Road Crematorium on Friday 9th January 2026 at 12pm. Family and friends welcome. Flowers welcome. W S Harrison Funeral Directors, 417 Stamfordham Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 5HB Tel: (0191) 286 1923
David Kenneth (Taffy) HUGHES
(Taffy) Slipped away peacefully on 10th December 2025 in Chester-Le-Street Hospital, aged 89 years. Husband of the late Dolly. Dad to David, Steven, Julie and Paul. Grandad and Great Grandad. Please join us for his funeral service on Friday 9th January 2026, 11am at St. John’s Church Castleside, DH8 9QW. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired, to the British Heart Foundation and Prostate Cancer UK.
James Malcolm HUNTER
Beloved husband to Beatrice. Dad to Bryan. Father in law to Judith. Grandad to May and Toby. Great grandad to Orla. Cremated privately on 23rd December 2025. Co-op Funeralcare, 62 Middle Street Consett DH8 5QE Tel: 01207 507 281
John HUTCHINSON
(Acomb). Peacefully in hospital on 14th December 2025 aged 91 years. Dearest husband and best friend of Annie, loving dad of Jonathan. Private cremation to be followed by service of thanksgiving at St. John Lee Church, Acomb on Wednesday 7th January at 2.15pm. No flowers please, donations if desired to Parkinson’s UK and St. John Lee Church.
Peter JONAS (Low Fell, formerly Washington)
(Low Fell, formerly Washington) Peacefully on 20th December aged 83 years, Peter. Dearly loved husband of Margaret, dearest Dad of Anna and Vicky and much loved Grandad of Thomas, Sophie, Lilly and Archie. Friends invited to service at Saltwell Crematorium on Wednesday 7th January at 11.15am. All welcome afterwards at the Gateshead Arms. Family flowers only please but donations in lieu may be made at the service for Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis E Bush Funeral Director 79-83 Old Durham Road Gateshead NE8 4BJ
Lilian KEEPIN (Ouston, Formerly of Stanley)
(Ouston, Formerly of Stanley) Peacefully on 28th November, 2025 Aged 79 years. Lilian Loving Mam to Neil and Jeff. A Dearly Loved Grandma and Great Grandma. Lilian will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Friends please meet for service at Mountsett Crematorium on Tuesday 30th December at 11am. Family Flowers only. Donations if desired to Motor Neurone Disease. (M.N.D) All Enquiries To Co-op Funeralcare Stanley 01207232154.
Elizabeth (Wallsend) KENNEDY (Betty)
(Betty) (Wallsend) Passed away peacefully on 23rd December 2025, surrounded by her family. Devoted wife to the late John. Dearly loved mother to John and mother in law to Joanne. Treasured Nana and Great Nana to all of her grandchildren and great grandchildren Betty will be missed by all who loved her. Private cremation will take place at Tynemouth Crematorium. All enquiries to Coop Funeralcare 105-109 High Street West Wallsend NE28 8JD Tel 01912625100
Alan KNOX
(Wooler) Peacefully at Hillside Lodge on December 21st aged 93. Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth (Betty), loving dad to Wendy, Caroline and Susan, devoted grandad to Oliver, Sophie, Charlotte, Harry and Jack. All friends welcome to the funeral service at Wooler U.R. Church on Friday 9th January at 1:00pm followed by a private family burial, and afterwards for refreshments at the Glendale Hall. Retiring collection in lieu of flowers for Berwick and District Cancer Support Group.
Jacqui KOSTESIC (Seaton Burn)
(Seaton Burn) Formerly of Wallsend Peacefully on 17th December 2025, aged 67 years. A much-loved mam and grandma, dearly missed by her two daughters and all who knew her. Friends are warmly invited to attend the service at Tynemouth Crematorium on Monday 12th January 2026 at 10:30am followed by a gathering to celebrate her life at Salutation, Tynemouth. Flowers welcome, or donations if desired to the Cinnamon Trust. Informal attire – no black tie.. All enquiries please to James Hamilton Funeral Directors Darrell House Brunswick Village Tel: 0191 2366243
Paul KROHN
(Longbenton) Peacefully in hospital with his family by his side, on 7th December, after a long illness, aged 70 years. Dearly loved husband of Gwen, dear dad of Stephen, Paul and Clare, and a much loved grandad. He will be sadly missed by all the family. Friends please meet for service at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Friday 9th January at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu may be sent to Dementia UK. Enquiries to Melrose Funeral Services, Dudley, Tel. 0191 2500100