Funeral notices in the Chronicle this week including tributes to a retired Northumbria Police Chief Inspector

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Death Notices

(Née Keeney) Died peacefully at home on Monday 27th April 2026, aged 84 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Ken. A dearly loved mam of Dawn and Alan and a much loved mother-in-law to the late Steven, and Carol. Also, a much loved sister to Irene, and to the late Jack and Ken. Mary will be sadly missed by all friends and family. Funeral will be held on Monday 11th May at 2:45pm at Mountsett Crematorium, Dipton. Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired to The British Heart Foundation, a donations box will be provided at the Crematorium. All friends and family are welcome back to The Royal British Legion Club in Prudhoe for a celebration of Mary’s Life. Co-op Funeralcare Prudhoe T: 01661 833078

(Morpeth) Aged 88 years. Passed peacefully in hospital on 20th April, Retired Chief Inspector, Northumbria Police. Beloved husband of Anne, dearly loved dad of Phil and the late Steve. Funeral at Northumberland Crematorium on Tuesday 12th May at 12.30pm. Donations gratefully received in lieu of flowers for Dementia UK.

Ann Brown

(nee Ford) (North Fenham) Peacefully in the Freeman Hospital on 16th April 2026, aged 74 years, after a long illness. Ann Julia Elizabeth. Beloved Daughter of the late Ann and Philip Ford, and a younger Sister of the late Barry and Richard Ford. Much loved Mam of Anne-Marie and Partner Graeme, Nana of Lauren, Max and the late Jack. Loved Aunty of Tracy and Kelly, Great Aunty of Shannon and Jordan and a good friend to many. Ann will be missed by all who knew her. Service to be held at 11.45am at the West Road Cemetery Chapel on Wednesday 13th May 2026 followed by Burial afterwards for family and close friends only. Refreshments afterwards at the Denton to celebrate Ann’s life. All welcome. Special thanks to Dr Gill Gardner at the Freeman Hospital and all the staff on Ward 34 who looked after Ann. All enquiries to R W Barrett & Son Funeral Services 379 West Road Newcastle Upon Tyne NE15 7NL Tel 0191 2410873

(Longframlington) In hospital on 5th March, aged 76 years. David will be sadly missed by those who knew him. Friends please meet for funeral service and cremation at Northumberland Cremation, Felton on Wednesday 13th May at 12.30pm. No flowers by request, donations may be given for CHUF. Enquiries c/o William Purves Funeral Directors, Alnwick Tel 01665 510699

Jacqui Carr

(Best) Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on 29th April. Loving wife to Alan, beloved Mam to Kelly and Simon, Precious Nana to Amy, Ki, Brandon and Lilly Great nana to Olly, William and Lenny and cherished sister to Hazel, Sally, Carol, John, Gwen and George. Funeral service to be held on Wednesday 13th May at St Mary’s Howdon at 12pm. Interment 1.15pm at Holy Cross Cemetery. All welcome to the wake at the Labour Club, Howdon. RIP always loved and missed xxx

(Wallsend) Peacefully on the 29th April 2026, aged 81 years. Devoted partner to Teresa, a much loved dad to George, Vicky and Peter, cherished granda to Kyle, Ross, Ben, Isabelle and Isla, great granda to Hunter and Fearne. Family and friends please meet for funeral service at Tynemouth Crematorium on Thursday 14th May at 11.15am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired can be made at the crematorium to Daft as a Brush, a donation box will be provided. By request of the family, please wear bright clothing.

(Crawcrook) Peacefully on 22nd April 2026, aged 84 years, Margaret (Nee Atkinson) beloved wife of the late Jim, adored mam of Joanne, dearest mother-in-law of the late Kenny. would friends please meet for Service at Centenary Methodist Church, Crawcrook on Monday 11th May at 10am followed by private family only interment in Ryton Cemetery. No flowers by request, donations if desired to Hadrian House Care Home. Private Afterwards

(Gateshead) Peacefully on 27th April aged 97 years, Mary (nee Peggie). Dearly loved wife of the late Alan, dearest Mam of Pauline, much loved Nana of Louise and Tim, James and Gemma, and Ann and a loving Great Nana to Matthew, Megan and Adam. Friends invited to service at Cromer Avenue United Reformed Church, Low Fell on Friday 8th May at 11.15am. Cremation following at Saltwell Crematorium. Family flowers only please but donations in lieu may be given at the service for Ataxia UK. Grateful thanks to all the staff at Marigold Court and to Margaret (formerly of Beverley Court) for all their care of Mary. E Bush Funeral Director 79-83 Old Durham Road Gateshead Tel No 0191 477 1726

Washington At home on 15th April 2026, aged 80 years. Peter, beloved husband of Vivien and much loved dad of Andrew and Joanne. Father in law to Ingmar and dear grandad of Xavannah, Dante and Jake. A funeral service will take place on Friday 8th May 2026 at Saltwell Crematorium at 2:30pm. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to The MS Trust.

Eileen Downey

(Chapel Park) Passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on 26th April 2026 aged 86 years. Eileen, dearly loved Wife of Paul and a beloved Mum and Grandma. Eileen was loved by all who knew her. Would family and friends please meet for Requiem Mass at St. John Vianney Roman Catholic Church, Chapel House on Thursday 14th May 2026 at 11:00am followed by Cremation at West Road Crematorium. Eileen will be received into St. John Vianney Roman Catholic Church on Wednesday 13th May 2026 at 6:30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu of flowers can be made to Marie Curie and St. Oswald’s Hospice via a collection in Church.

Peter Duffy

(Fenham) Suddenly but peacefully on 29th April. Aged 37 years. Peter. Beloved Partner of Whitney. Dearly loved Dad of Sebastian. A treasured Son of Lucia and the late James. And a dear Stepson of Stephen. Also, a much-loved Brother of Louise and Caroline. A cherished Uncle of Holly and Joshua. And a dearly loved Nephew and Cousin. Peter will be greatly missed by all family and friends Cremation at the West Road Crematorium on Thursday 14th May at 10.30am. Friends, please meet at the crematorium. Donations, if desired, to the RVI Intensive Care Unit. All enquiries to R W Barrett & Son Funeral Services, 379 West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE15 7NL, Tel 0191 2410873.

(Blyth) Passed away peacefully after a short illness on 24th April 2026, aged 77 years. Beloved wife of the late Ralphie. Deeply loved mam of Jason and his wife Saira. Proud grandma to Corey. Much loved sister of Carol, Mally, Val and Wendy. Dear aunty to Darren, Joanne and Holly, and a treasured cousin to Paula. Rosie will be deeply missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Blyth Crematorium on Tuesday 12th May at 1.45pm. Family flowers only; donations in lieu to Dogs First Rescue (Cramlington). Everyone is warmly invited back to the High Street Club, Blyth after the service. W.S. Harrison Funeral Directors, 17 Claremont Crescent, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear, NE26 3HL. Tel: 0191 2528779.

Passed away peacefully but unexpectedly on the 13th April 2026. Beloved husband to Sam, adored brother to Natalie and a dear friend to Paul and Steve, and a friend to many. Funeral service to take place at Saltwell Crematorium on Thursday 14th May 2026 at 2.30pm. Please send all floral tributes to Houghton Co-op Donations, if so desired, will be greatly received for Thrombosis UK

(Winlaton) peacefully on 26th April 2026, aged 95 years, George, beloved husband of the late Mary, adored dad of David and the late Susan and dear father-in-law of Angela. Would friends please meet for Service and Cremation at Mountsett Crematorium, Dipton on Wednesday 13th May at 2pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Cancer Research

(née Clarke) (Heworth, formerly of Shiremoor) Norma, passed peacefully in Wardley Gate Care Home, on 26th April 2026, aged 82 years. Devoted Wife of Alan, much loved Mam of Sean and Mark, dear Mother-in-law of Samantha, treasured Gran and Grandma of Erin and Gio. Norma will be deeply missed. Norma’s wish was for a private funeral to take place, and friends are invited to remember her in your own way. A special thank you to Wardley Gate Care Home for the love and care shown to Norma and her family during her time with them – this will never be forgotten. Anyone wishing to make a donation in Norma’s memory, can do so via the ‘donate now’ button on the below website. www. https://www.alzheimers.org.uk All enquiries to Co op Funeralcare. Tel: (0191) 482 2371.

(Ebchester) Sadly passed away on April 4th 2026, peacefully in St.Mary’s Convent Residential Care Hone. Beloved Wife of the late Ken. Dearly loved Mam of Alison and Steve. Greatly loved Grandma of Alex and Willow. And very proud Great Grandma (G.G) of Bea and Bertie. Funeral service at Mountsett Crematorium, Dipton, on Wednesday 13th May 2026 at 11:45AM. Private Afterwards. Family flowers only please. Any donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, to be made to St.Mary’s Convent Residential Care Home, who cared for Ann so well in her final days. A collection box will be available at the crematorium.

Olive Grice

(Bensham) Peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Thursday 30th April 2026 aged 89 years, Olive, the beloved daughter of the late Ethel and Peter, beloved wife of the late Albert, devoted mam of Debbie, Allison and Lisa, dearest mother-in-law of Tom and Graeme, a cherished nana and great-nana, a dear sister of the late Tommy and Joyce, sister-in-law of the late Jean, also a beloved aunty, great-aunty and a friend of many. Olive will be very sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at Saltwell Crematorium on Thursday 14th May at 9.45am. All welcome back to the Saltwell Social Club for refreshments and a celebration of Olive’s life. By request family flowers only, donations if desired to Macmillan Cancer Support. A donation box will be available at the crematorium. Please feel free to wear something pastel coloured. All enquiries to Watson’s Funeral Directors Ltd. 282 Old Durham Road, Gateshead. NE8 4BP. Tel. 0191 4771484

(Chester-le-Street) Peacefully at home on Sunday 19th April aged 89 years, John. A loving husband of the late Ivy, also a much loved father of Mark and David. Would family and friends please meet for the funeral service taking place at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday 13th May at 2pm. Family flowers only. All enquiries to Coop Funeral Care Chester Road Sunderland 0191 5673401

(Edd) (Eddie) (Walker) Passed away suddenly at the Freeman Hospital on the 24th April 2026 surrounded by his loved ones. Beloved husband of the late Helen, much loved dad to Dawn, Garry, Paul, Mark and Lisa, father in law to Paul, Connie and John, and adored grandad and great grandad. Family and friends to meet at the West Road Crematorium on Thursday 14th May 2026 for a 12 noon service. Casual wear with the colour green if possible. Family flowers only please, donations gratefully received on behalf of Alzheimer’s Research UK.

Tynemouth, formerly Howdon. At Rake Lane Hospital, on 24th April 2026, Kathleen, aged 88 years, loving daughter of the late Kitty and Frank Joyce, cherished sister of the late Mary, Frank, Julie, Berna and Billy; and remaining sisters of The Magnificent Seven – Stella, Audrey and Susan. Beloved Aunt, Godmother, Cousin and Friend to so many who will miss her immensely. Requiem Mass at St. Mary’s Church, Farringdon Road, Cullercoats, on Tuesday 12th May at 1.00pm, followed by interment at Holy Cross Cemetery, Wallsend. Family flowers only please. Anyone wishing to make a donation can do so online here. https://bright.northumbria.nhs.uk/donate/ (and Gift Aid where possible) to Northumbria NHS, whose staff were wonderful, caring, consummate professionals. On Whose Soul Sweet Jesus Have Mercy. R.I.P. North Shields 0191 257 1201

Trevor Knox

Birtley Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones. On the 20th April 26 aged 72. Beloved husband to Susan, dearly loved dad to Graeme, and father in law to Claire, cherished grandad to Danielle and Nathan. He will be deeply missed by all his family and friends. The funeral service will take place on Tuesday 12th May 10.00am at Birtley Crematorium. Family flowers only, if so desired donations to Cancer Research.

(Jesmond) Died peacefully at St Oswald’s Hospice on Monday 13th April 2026 aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Ann, much loved father of Jane and Andrew, cherished grandfather of Lottie, Oscar, Charlie and Matthew. Funeral service to be held at St George’s Church, Jesmond on 14th May at 11am. Family and friends are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations if desired can be made in aid of St Oswald’s Hospice. There will be a collection box available at the service. All enquiries c/o Mark Wait Funeral Service, Tel: 0191 816 3601

(South Shields) Passed away peacefully with her family by her side on the 24th April 2026, aged 81 years, Brenda. Dearly loved mam of Elaine, Joanne and Richard. Loving grandma to Amy, Kate, Joseph, Emily and Benjamin. Much-loved mother-in-law of Alan and Sue, sister of Evelyn and Pat, sister-in-law, auntie, and friend to many. Family and friends, please meet for a funeral service at St. Stephen’s Church, Mile End Rd, South Shields on Wednesday, 13th May 1 pm. Followed by committal in South Shields Crematorium at 2 pm. Family flowers only, donations to St. Stephen’s Church, RNLI and Cancer Connections. Brenda will be resting with Richard Dalton Funerals, 188 Whiteleas Way, South Shields NE34 8HF, Tel 0191 5194304.

(Morpeth) Died peacefully on 18th April, aged 83. Anne, the beloved widow of Keith Arthur (who died on 24th January 2016), a dear mother to Neil, Ian, David, Gail, and Stephen, and a much-loved grandmother. A service of remembrance will take place at the Northumberland Woodland Burial and Crematorium (NE65 9QJ) on Monday, 11th May, at 1:45 p.m. This will be followed by a celebration of Anne’s life at the Waterford Lodge, Morpeth, starting at 3:00 p.m. Family flowers only, please. Donations are being collected on behalf of The Inner Wheel Club of Morpeth and Royal Voluntary Service Cramlington Dementia Club via the donation link bit.ly/anne-parsons.

(Ponteland) Passed away at home on 22nd April 2026 aged 81 years. Funeral service on Thursday 14th May 2026 at St Mary’s Church, Ponteland at 2.15pm. Family flowers only please. W.S. Harrison Funeral Directors 32 Merton Way, Ponteland, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE20 9PX Tel: (01661) 822 982

Lynemouth Passed away peacefully in hospital on 25th April 2026 aged 90 years. Eddie devoted Husband to Phyllis, Step Father to Christina & Iain. Brother to Ronnie. He will be missed by all who knew him. Funeral service to take place at Cowpen Crematorium Blyth on Monday 11th May at 10.45am. Family flowers only donations in lieu if desired to De Baliol Residents Fund, a collection box will be available at theCcrematorium. All welcome afterwards for refreshments at the premises of A.J. Gascoigne & Son. Hazelwood House Woodhorn NE63 9YA. Tel. 01670 818351.

(Nee Taylor) (Killingworth) Elaine passed away peacefully at home on the 20th April 2026, aged 72 years old. Loving partner of Les, much loved Mam of Karen, Neil and Daughter in law Zosh. Also much loved Mammar of Bethany, Connor, Lucy and Logan, dear sister of Brian and Val. She was a great friend to many and will be sadly missed by all. Funeral is on Thursday the 7th May. Service starts at St Mary’s Church, Forest Hall at 2pm. Followed by a cremation at Tynemouth Crematorium for 3pm, all welcome back to the Station Pub Killingworth. Family flowers only please. There will be a collection box at the church and crematorium for any donations in lieu of flowers to Maggie’s Centre at the Freeman Hospital.

(Seaton Sluice) Peacefully in the Freeman Hospital on 28th April 2026 aged 86 years Mary, dearly loved wife of the late Jim, a much loved mam of Graeme and James, a loved mother-in-law of Linda and Joanne, a dearly loved nana of John, Mark and Lisa, Emma and Stevie, Jenny and Dan, a dear great nana of Evelyn, Geoffrey, Isabella and Luca and a beloved sister -in-law of Marianne, Billy and Barbara. Service and Cremation at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Thursday 14th May at 1.30pm friends please meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu for the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation and ward 3 Freeman Hospital. All enquiries please to James Hamilton Funeral Directors Darrell House Brunswick Village Tel: 0191 2366243

(Ridley) Died May 5th at Queen Elizabeth hospital, following a brave battle against cancer. aged 82. Loving wife to Keith, beloved mam to Andrea and mother in law to Mark. Private cremation. RIP, always loved and missed. XXX

(Wallsend) Peacefully on 20th April, aged 87 years. Loving husband to Ailsa, a much loved Dad to Martin and Andrew, Grandad to Lisa, Kerry, Helen and David, Great Grandad to Ben, Freddie, Etta and Molly. Family and friends please meet for funeral service at Tynemouth Crematorium on Tuesday 12th May, at 12.45pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired can be made at the crematorium to Prostate Cancer, a donation box will be provided.

(Formerly of Gosforth) Passed away peacefully after a life well lived on 20th April 2026 aged 99 years. Beloved Husband of the late Jean and loving partner of Deirdre. Dearest Father of Richard, John and Jeff and much loved Grandfather. Family and friends please meet for funeral service and farewell at the West Road Crematorium Tuesday 12th May at 2.45pm. Flowers welcome, please send floral tributes to Co-op Funeralcare Gosforth, 16 Lansdown Terrace, Gosforth, NE3 1HN, Tel:(0191) 2844085 Coop Funeralcare Gosforth Newcastle NE3 1HN Tel:(0191)2844805

(Stanley) Peacefully on 11th April, 2026 aged 92 years. Joan (nee Graham). Beloved Wife of the late Ronnie. A dearly loved Mam, Mother in law, Grandma, Great Grandma, Sister, Sister in law and Aunt. Will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Friends please meet for service at Mountsett Crematorium on Thursday 7th May at 11am. Family flowers only. Private Afterwards.

(Gilderson) Joan Telford, aged 87 years. Born 20/11/1938. Sadly and peacefully passed away on 28/04/2026. Beloved wife of Brian and Mam to Deborah, Kay, Wendy, Ruth, Pauline and Donald. Grandma and Great Grandma. Big sister to Catherine and William. Mother-in-law to Paul, Bernie, Stephen, Steve and Dawn. Joan lived a full life married to Brian and caring for their children in their home in Wideopen. She later lived independently at Crossgates in Wallsend and then finally at Melton House care home. She loved life and cared about animals and did more than her fair share through voluntary donations and by caring for numerous animals in her own home. Joan wished for a pure cremation as she hated “fuss” and her wishes have been followed. So please be advised that there will be no service. Mam, you will be sadly missed by all who love you. “Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day”.

(Rod) (Wallsend) Passed away peacefully on 23rd April 2026 aged 85 years. A beloved husband to Margaret, much loved dad of Maria and David and father in law to Victor. Also a loving granda to Victor and Katie and a cherished great granda. Rod will be greatly missed by all who loved and knew him. Co-op Funeralcare 105-109 High Street West Wallsend NE28 8JD 0191 2625100

(Winlaton) Peacefully on 25th April 2026, aged 94 years, Norah (Nee Robinson) beloved wife of the late Jack, adored mam of Pauline and Catherine, dear mother-in-law of Stephen, also loving gran of Richard, Bethany, Chris and Lindsay and great gran of Sophia and Jack. Would family and friends please meet for Requiem Mass at St Mary and Thomas Aquinas RC Church, Stella on Thursday 14th May at 1.15pm followed by Cremation at Mountsett Crematorium, Dipton. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Lindisfarne Care Home.

(Andy) Born in Bury, Lancs on 4th August 1948, he studied at Newcastle University before a long career with Northumbria Police. He retired to France in 2004, where he died on 4th May 2026. A kind-hearted, thoughtful and intelligent man, he was renowned for his laid-back nature and great sense of humour. He will be missed by all.

(Newham) Sadly passed away in hospital, surrounded by his loving family on Sunday 26th April 2026. John aged 84 years, beloved husband of Mary, will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Northumberland Crematorium, Felton on Tuesday 12th May at 1.45pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if desired to Great North Air Ambulance & Injured Jockeys Fund c/o Keith Slater Funeral Services, Unit 1 Phillips Yard, Broad Road, Seahouses NE68 7UP

Dudley late of Whitley Bay died suddenly at home on 26th April 2026 aged 73 years, beloved husband of Sandra, devoted dad to Darren, Nicola and Steven, father in law to Andi, loving brother, brother in law and uncle to all his family. Ronnie will be greatly missed and remembered by all his family and friends. Please meet for funeral service at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Tuesday 12th May at 1.30pm. Flowers welcome, donations to Dementia UK or British Heart Foundation may be made at the funeral service. All welcome after the service to The Queens Head, Front Street Cullercoates, NE30 4QB. Enquiries to Newcastle Family Funeral Directors, 73 Great North Road, Gosforth, Newcastle, NE3 2DQ. Tel 0191 2845400.

(Dinning) Following a heartbreaking battle with dementia Shiela Joan Wilkinson, nee Dinning, much loved sister to the late Dorothy and Irene, mother to Alison, Lindsay and Nicky, mother in law to John and Martin and beloved Nana to Laura, Michael, Adam and Melanie passed away peacefully at the home she recently shared with her eldest daughter Alison and son-in-law John in France. A private funeral is taking place in France then Shiela’s ashes will be scattered along with those of her beloved late husband Colin by their daughters near Newcastle where they spent their lives together.

(Ricky) (Prudhoe) Peacefully at Red Brick Care Home, surrounded by his loving family on 27 April 2026 aged 87 years. Ricky, a dear husband to Angela, a loving Dad to Derek & Heather and Stepdad to Denise and Helen, and a treasured Grandad to all his grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Would friends please meet for service and cremation at Birtley Crematorium on Friday 8th May 2026 at 2.30pm. Family flowers only please donations in lieu, if desired, to Help for Heroes. All are welcome afterwards to celebrate Ricky’s life at Gateshead Bowling Club, Prince Consort Road. All enquiries c/o All Seasons Funeral Directors. Tel: (01661) 598 288.

(Ryton) Suddenly at home on 27th April 2026, aged 83 years. Dearly beloved husband of Pat. Dear father of Andrea & Keith. Much loved grandad of Hope, Seb & Owen. Friends please meet for service and cremation at West Road Crematorium, on Tuesday 12th May at 1:15pm, (West Chapel) All welcome afterwards to Michelangelo’s, Stella Road, Ryton to celebrate his life. No flowers please. Donations if desired to Help for Heroes may be sent, c/o 1 Kepier Chare, Crawcrook, Ryton, NE40 4TS. Tel : 0191-4132318

In Memoriams

(Pugmire) Three years ago we lost you, we miss you every day. Beloved wife of Ronald. Much loved Mam to Samantha and Amanda. Dearest mother in law to Brendan and John and devoted Grandma to Niamh, Martha and Jacob.

(Bill) 7 May 2020 will be a day we will never forget. How we got through it, I will never know, but I know you were there with us. Seeing all those people paying their respects as you made your final journey, to say goodbye, was overwhelming. We miss you every day, but we celebrate all those special dates and times we shared with you, and we continue to make new memories on the days that remain so important in our lives.. Warkworth will always be our go-to place – so many memories from the past, in the present, and in the future.

(Cedé) (Darras Hall) In Loving Memory of My Precious Dad who sadly passed away six years ago (3rd May 2020) A Father’s Love is never gone; It lives within the Heart, Through every cherished Memory, We’re never far apart. They say time heals, but they don’t tell you how hard it is to live without a Father’s wisdom, guidance and love. You were my rock and my guiding star. Life is not the same without you, But Your Legacy lives on in our Hearts. Lots of Love Always and Forever From Janis and Flo xxxx

Violet, a wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, who left us on this day, without seeing all her family, but knowing that we still love her, we still miss her and remember the happier times. From all your loving family, Terry, granddaughters Samantha and Ashleigh, great grandchildren Connor and Shauna Dawn xx

Birthday Memoriams

(Vic) To My Darling Wife Always in my thoughts It’s your birthday today May 8th 81 years. Love Bob and Family xxx To My Daughter Karen Forever in our hearts never forgotten. Love Dad and Family xxx

(Kenton) Birthday wishes to Heaven we send, with a broken heart that will never mend. Love Dad and Mam. xx

Acknowledgements

(Middlemass) Caron, Christopher and Pat would like to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for their messages of sympathy and kind thoughts at this sad time. Thank you to the Reverend Canon Andrew Shipton for a comforting service and Billy and his team at WS Taylor and Sons for their sensitive and professional funeral arrangements. Thank you to Emma and Laura of Jacksons Catering for providing a lovely buffet. Finally, thank you to everyone for their generous donations to the Dog and Cat Shelter and Guide Dogs for the Blind in memory of Daphne.

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