A selection of tributes to people who have passed away around the North East
Top, l-r: Peter Stempczyk, Alice Green, John McAdam; Bottom, l-r: Joe Stewart, Diane Cuthbertson, Michael Armstrong
Tributes to a dearly beloved son and twin brother are among those being paid in The Chronicle deaths and funeral announcements this week.
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Death Notices
(Lowes) Chesham Gardens Chapel House Passed away after a short illness at the RVI Newcastle on the 2nd June aged 95 years. Dear wife of the late Norman Anderson Dearly loved Mam of Norma, Brian and the late Neil. Caring Mother In Law of Harry, Susan and the late Christine. Much loved Grandma of Nicola, Claire, Helen, Stuart and Sarah. Devoted Nanna, Granny and Great Grandma of Dylan, Grace, Jack, Harry, George, Ted, Henry and Finn. Dear daughter of the late Sid and Jessie and a dear sister of Sid and the late Alice and Jessie. Funeral Service will take place at the Newcastle West Road Crematorium at 11.45 on Tuesday 30th June. All are warmly invited to join us afterwards in celebrating Mam’s long life at: Westerhope Community Association. (TUTE) Hillhead Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne. NE5 1NE Donations, if so desired will be gratefully received in aid of Cancer Research on leaving the Service. All Enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare Cramlington 01670 712886
Michael Armstrong
(Blucher). Peacefully at home with his loving family by his side on 3rd June. Aged 74 years. Michael (Mick). Beloved Husband of Margaret. Dearly loved Dad of Wendy and Margaret. A dear Father-in-law of Danni and Stephen. Also a treasured Grandad of Hannah and Harvey and a dear Brother of Robert, Arthur and Peter. Mick will be very dearly missed by all the family. Cremation at the West Road Crematorium on Monday 29th June at 11.15am. Friends, please meet at Crematorium, in keeping with Mick’s wishes family and friends are warmly invited to wear bright colours. Flowers welcome or donations, if desired, to The Sir Bobby Robson Foundation. All welcome back to the Blucher Club for refreshments. All enquiries to R W Barrett & Son Funeral Services, 379 West Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE15 7NL, Tel 0191 2410873.
Passed away suddenly on Friday 29th May 2026, aged 31 years. Dearly beloved son of Catherine and Anthony. Brother to Alan and Kevin, and twin brother of Scott. Partner to Paula, and dad to Steven-Joe, Anthony, Olivia, Hallie, and the late Catherine. Stepdad to Paige, Kieron, Jade and Kalvin. Grandson to Margaret and the late Archbold. Also a much-loved grandson, nephew, cousin and friend to many. Would family and friends please meet for the service at West Road Crematorium on Wednesday 24th June at 11:45am. Please send all flowers to Co-operative Funeralcare, Byker. All are welcome afterwards for a celebration of life at St Peter’s Social Bar, Byker, NE6 2AB. All enquiries to Byker Co-op Funeralcare Shields House 218 Shields Road Byker NE6 1DU Telephone 0191 622 5889
(Nee Hewitt) Cramlington formerly Forrest Hall. Marilyn passed away peacefully on the 7th of June aged 75 years. Beloved wife of Colin, loving mam of Alan and Laura, mother-in-law of Lisa and David, devoted nanna of Georgia and Evelyn. Marilyn will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Family and friends please meet for service at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Tuesday the 30th of June at 1.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Cancer Research UK. All enquiries to H. Duckworth Funeral Directors, Cramlington. Tel:01670713218.
(nee Lowery ) (Ouston) Passed away at home with Christine by her side on 6th June 2026, aged 77 years. Linda, beloved wife of the late Stan, a loving mam to Christine. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at Birtley Crematorium on Friday 26th June 2026 at 11am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired to Westie Rescue UK. May she rest in peace.
(nee Wellington) Peacefully in hospital, surrounded by the love of her family after a short illness on the 17th June, aged 87 years. Devoted wife to the late Ken, adored and loved mam to Ian, Loraine, and Stephen, proud grandma and great-grandma, and a dear friend to all who knew her. Family and friends, please meet for the service at St. Bede’s Church, Newsham on Tuesday 30th June at 10:15am, followed by cremation at Blyth Crematorium at 11:30am. Family flowers only please; donations in lieu to St. Bede’s Church, which held a special place in Ena’s heart. A donation box will be available at the Church. Enquiries C/O Blyth Family Funerals, Blyth, Tel: 01670 356418
(known as Mickey) Stargate formerly Cowgate Peacefully, at home, after a short illness, on Thursday 18th June 2026, aged 78 years. Much loved husband of Winnie, beloved dad of Michael, Annemarie & Stephen and father in law to Katie & Joanne. Treasured grandad of Katrina, Alex & Isabelle. Precious great grandad to Rosie & Charlie. Mickey will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends. Family flowers only. Donations to Hospice At Home. Please meet for service at West Road Crematorium, Newcastle, on Tuesday 30th June at 1.15pm. All enquiries to: Lowther Funeral Services Ltd 8 Barmoor Terrace Ryton Tyne & Wear NE40 3BB 0191 4471450
Sadly passed away due to a medical emergency on the 27th May 2026 in the RVI, he did decide to not have a funeral so we would like to let people that knew my dad know that we are having a memorial for him to celebrate his life at Jarrow buffs 31st of July from 2PM, please feel free to come in comfortable clothing. We will have a donations box for Stroke Association
(Nee Hartley) of Newton Aycliffe, formerly Chester le Street. Passed away peacefully at home on 5th June 2026 aged 96 years. Beloved wife of the late Thomas, dearly loved mum to Avril. A treasured gran to Jenson and a dear mother in law to James. Will family and friends please meet for a service at St Clare’s Church, Newton Aycliffe on Monday 29th June at 12:45 pm. To be followed by committal at Wear Valley Crematorium, Coundon. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired may be made to The Macular Society and Cancer Research UK.
Diane Cuthbertson
Winlaton formerly Blaydon Peacefully at home on Saturday 13th June 2026, aged 79 years. Much loved mam of Carl, David & Lisa, mother in law to Suzzanne and beloved grandma to Emily, Eve & Olivia. Adored sister to Christine and sister in law to Malcolm. Diane will be greatly missed by all of her family and friends. Family flowers only. There will be a collection on the day for Cancer Research. Please meet for service at St Cuthbert’s Church, Blaydon, on Wednesday 1st July at 12.15pm, followed by a committal at West Road Crematorium, Newcastle. All welcome to St Cuthbert’s Church, Blaydon after the service for refreshments and to further celebrate her life. . All enquiries to 8 Barmoor Terrace Ryton Tyne & Wear NE40 3BB 0191 4471450
(Lanchester, formerly of London) It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Martin on 6 June 2026, aged 78 years. A devoted husband to Jane, a much-loved brother to Marie and David, and a kind and caring uncle. Martin spent his working life with HMRC, becoming a Senior Principal Officer at Somerset House, before returning to the North East of England in later years. He was well known within the local community and was actively involved in charities, including the Lanchester Lions. Martin’s kindness and warmth will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him. Friends are kindly invited to attend the cremation at Mountsett Crematorium on 25 June at 2:00pm, followed by a celebration of his life at Lanchester Social Club. Family flowers only, please. Donations in memory of Martin are welcome to Parkinson’s UK.
(nee Kimmins) (Washington) Peacefully in hospital on 18th June 2026 aged 77 years, Linda. Dearly loved partner of Michael, much loved mam of Scott and the late Lee, dear step-mother of Gary and Lee and a devoted grandma to Olivia, Jack, Alice, Ivy and Grace. Family and friends please meet for funeral service at Saltwell Crematorium on Thursday 2nd July at 1.45pm. Family flowers only. If you would like to share memories of Linda you can do so after the service at the Ox & Plough, Oxclose Village Centre, Washington, NE38 0LZ to which you are all warmly invited.
Eighton Banks Anne Marie passed away peacefully at the Marie Curie Hospice Newcastle on June 6th aged 65 years accompanied by her loving husband. A beloved wife of Neil, dear sister of Chris, a very dear auntie to Jane and Graham, dearest niece of Kath, Tess and Jen and a much loved cousin of Julie and Ben. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at Saltwell Crematorium on Wednesday June 24th at 11.15am. Would the Mourners kindly wear an item of red attire for the service at Anne Maries”s request. Family flowers only please donations in lieu to the caring Marie Curie Charity. All are welcome to the Ravensworth Golf Club Angel View, Long Bank, Eighton Banks NE9 7HD after the service to celebrate her life. All inquiries to; CM Walkers Family Funeral Services Village House Station Rd Columbia Washington. 0191 4474949.
(Walker) Peacefully on 15th June 2026 at Astell Care Centre aged 92 years. Dearly loved auntie of Paul and best friend of Rosemary. Please meet for Requiem Mass at St. Teresa RC Church, Heaton Road at 1.30pm on Thursday 2nd July. Followed by Cremation at West Road Crematorium at 2.45pm. No flowers by request, a collection will be held in aid of Sir Bobby Robson Foundation. W S Harrison Funeral Directors, St Mark’s House, Shields Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 2UQ Tel: (0191) 265 5415
Alice Green
Ashington Passed away in Bridge View Ashington, with family around her on 17th June 2026, aged 77 years. Much loved wife of Bobby, Dearly Loved Mam, Granny Green and Great Granny Green. Alice will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral service to be held in St John’s Church Seaton Hirst Ashington on Monday 29th June at 10:00am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Bridge View Care Home. Everyone welcome back to the Indus afterwards.
(Chapel Park) Geoff, 76 years, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on 18th June 2026 at St Oswald’s Hospice. Funeral to be held Friday 10th July 2026 at 10.30am at West Road Crematorium. Donations in lieu of flowers on the day to St Oswald’s Hospice. All enquiries to: John Bardgett & Sons Funeral Directors, Oakwood House, 571 Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 9PQ Tel: (0191) 273 9292
(Nee Harrison) (Blyth) Peacefully at home surrounded by her family on 16th June 2026. Aged 78 years. Much loved wife of Peter. Dearly loved mam of Joanne, Jennifer and Peter. Devoted grandma of Jack. Funeral service and cremation to be held at Cowpen Crematorium on Thursday 2nd July 2026 at 11:30am. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired to Blyth Community Hospital. A donation box will be available at the Crematorium.
Passed away on 26th May aged 24 years. Thomas, loving son to Debra and Peter, brother and uncle to all of the family. Funeral service to be held at St Barnabas Church, Rowlands Gill on Friday 26th June at 12.15pm followed by burial at Hookergate Cemetery. All enquiries to Derwentside Funeral Service Tel 01207 234444.
John McAdam
(Chester-le-Street) Died peacefully on 12th June 2026, aged 84 years John a beloved husband of the late Pat, much loved dad of Paul and Michael, father-in-law of Andrea and Fiona, grandad of Lauren, Matthew, Molly, Libby and Harry Family and friends please meet at St. Cuthberts RC Church, Chester-le-Street on Thursday 2nd July 2026 at 12 noon for Requiem mass followed by Pelton Cemetery. Refreshments afterwards at Chester-le-Street Cricket Club, Ropery Lane. Family flowers only. John was a great supporter of St Cuthberts Hospice for the care and support they gave to Pat and to us as a family, so any donations in lieu to St Cuthberts hospice greatly appreciated.
(McCance) Consett formerly Harrogate Helen passed away on 7th June 2026 at Abigail Lodge, Delves Lane with her loving sister Jessica by her side. Friends are invited to a service to give thanks for Helen’s life at Mountsett Crematorium Dipton on Wednesday 1st July at 1.15pm. No dress code and family flowers only and donations in lieu, if desired to Consett Cats. Everyone is welcomed back to Leadgate Salvation Army for refreshments. All enquiries to Derewentside Funeral Service 01207 234444
(Wallsend formally Blyth) Passed away peacefully on 15th June 2026 aged 91 years. A beloved wife to the late Gordon, much loved mam of Stephen and Alison, mother in law to Zara and Tony and a loving grandma to Hollie and Erin. Also a dear aunt to Helen and sister in law to Jim and Christine. Nora will be greatly missed by all who loved and knew her. Funeral service to take place at Tynemouth Crematorium on 30th June 2026 at noon. Floral tributes are welcome or donations in lieu if desired to Cancer Research UK. All enquiries to: Co-op Funeralcare 105-109 High Street West Wallsend NE28 8JD 01912625100
(Nee Cowie) (Thea) Peacefully at home with her family on Tuesday 16th June 2026. Beloved wife of Tony. Treasured mam of Andrew. Dear mother in law of Natalie. Devoted grandma of Summer. Loved sister of Joe, also a loving aunt who will be sadly missed. Would all please meet for funeral service at West Road Crematorium on Friday 26th June at 10.15am. Floral tributes welcome or donations gratefully received on behalf of MacMillan a collection box will be available following the service. All welcome afterwards to Newcastle Blue Star Football Club, Denton Road, NE15 7BD. All enquiries c/o Clark Pearson Funeral Directors, 2 Baroness Drive, Denton Burn, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE15 7AT. Tel 0191-2744373.
(Byker) Peacefully on 14th June 2026, at Charlton Court Care Home, aged 92 years. Dearly loved son of the late Alfred and Nellie. Beloved brother of Roy and the late Fred. He will be sadly missed by all the family. Please meet for service at Tynemouth Crematorium on Monday 29th June at 11.15am. Family flowers only by request. A collection will be held in aid of the British Heart Foundation. All enquiries to: W S Harrison Funeral Directors, St Marks House, Shields Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 2UQ Tel: (0191) 265 5415
(Gosforth) Passed away at home on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 aged 84 years. Much-loved daughter of the late Abigail and John Ashurst Dear sister of John Brian, sister-in-law to Carol and aunty to Sharron and Susan. Would family and friends please meet for the funeral service at West Road Crematorium on Tuesday 30th June at 1.30pm. Flowers welcome, please send all floral tributes to COOP Funeral Service, 16 Lansdown Terrace, Gosforth, NE3 1HN. Donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired, can be made to Diabetes UK. A box will be available at the service.
(Ashington) Peacefully in Hospital on 16th June, aged 66 years. Beloved husband of Susan, and loving brother, brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle of all the family. Friends please meet for funeral service at St. John’s Church, Seaton Hirst on Thursday 2nd July at 12.00noon followed by interment at North Seaton Cemetery at 12.45pm. Flowers welcome or donations if desired may be given for Epilepsy Society. Enquiries c/o William Purves Funeral Directors, Ashington Tel 01670 812117
Peter Stempczyk
(Gosforth) Peacefully with his loving family by his side on 12th June 2026 aged 63 years. Beloved husband to Carolyn, devoted dad to Rachael and Laura, treasured grandad to Lucy and Molly, much-loved father-in-law to Adrian and Gary. Peter was also a dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend of many. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Family and friends please meet for Peter’s funeral service on Wednesday 1st July at 10:15 am at The West Road Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu will be received on the day with proceeds going to St Oswald’s Hospice. A donation box will be available at the crematorium. All are welcome following the service to continue the celebration of Peter’s life at The City Golf Club, Gosforth. All Enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare Gosforth- 0191 284 4085
Joe Stewart
(Joe) (Bedlington) Peacefully in hospital on 16th June 2026 aged 81 years. Much loved husband of Jean, loving father, grandfather & great grandfather. Please meet for funeral service at Cowpen Crematorium, Blyth on Tuesday 30th June at 2:30pm. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to be collected for The Stroke Association. As Joe was a loyal Sunderland supporter – his family request those attending to wear something red, if possible. Afterwards, all welcome to Netherton Social Club for refreshments. Enquiries c/o John Grenfell & Son Funeral Directors, Bedlington, Tel 01670 823 204.
(Hulme) (Westerhope). After a long and difficult illness, surrounded by family, peacefully in Wheatfield Court on 6th June 2026, aged 83 years, Jean, beloved wife of Bob, much loved Mum to Ian, Anne-Marie and Catherine, and devoted Mammar to Joseph, Charlotte and Bethany. Will be sadly missed. Friends please meet on Tuesday 30th June 2026 for Requiem Mass at St Mark’s RC Church, Trevelyan Drive, Westerhope at 10am, followed by a short service and cremation at Newcastle West Road Crematorium at 11:15am. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Marie Curie; a collection will be taken at the service. All welcome to Benwell Cricket Club afterwards from 11:30am. On Whose Soul May Sweet Jesus Have Mercy. R.I.P.
(Wideopen) Peacefully in hospital on 6th June aged 91 years George dearly loved husband of Gloria. George will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Would friends please meet for service at St Cuthbert’s Church Brunswick Village on Monday 29th June 2026 at 10.45am Followed by Cremation at Whitley Bay Crematorium at 12.00 noon No flowers please by request donations in lieu for St Cuthbert’s church. All welcome to stay for refreshments in the church following the funeral service. All enquiries please to James Hamilton Funeral Directors Darrell House Brunswick Village. Tel: 0191 2366243
(Billy) Passed peacefully at Kirkwood Court Care Home aged 86 on 14th June. Beloved husband of Betty, an adored Father of Gillian, Dawn, Stephen and Helen and a loving Father-in-law to Brian, Helen and Michael. William was also a treasured Grandad to his Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren. A service will be held at West Road Crematorium on Thursday 2nd July at 1:30pm, then afterwards a celebration of his life, at the Excelsior Club Westerhope. Family flowers only, however donations to Alzheimer’s Society would be appreciated.
(Bill) (Burnopfield) Passed away on 8th June aged 81 years. Bill, beloved husband to Irene, cherished dad to David and Alison, Paul and Sandra, treasured grandad to Ben and Emma and great grandad to Laila and Kovu. Bill will be sadly missed by all of his family and friends. Friends, please meet for service at Mountsett Crematorium on Monday 29th June at 12.30pm. family flowers only, donations if desired to the British Heart Foundation. All enquiries to Derwentside Funeral Service Tel 01207 234444.
(Bedlington Station) Peacefully on 12th June, aged 88 years. Beloved Husband of Betty, much loved Dad of Julie and Lesley, dear Father-in-Law of Gary and Michael, as well as a devoted Grandad of Lewis, Amy, Abi and Jack. Funeral service and cremation to be held at Cowpen Crematorium on Tuesday 30th June at 10.45 am. Friends please meet at Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Dementia UK. Afterwards at Bedlingtonshire Golf Club. Enquiries C/O John Grenfell & Son Funeral Directors, Bedlington. Tel: 01670 823204.
(Whickham) Peacefully on 14th June aged 94 years, Sylvia (nee Waymouth). Dearly loved wife of the late Jimmy, dearest Mam of Pam and Christopher, much loved Grandma of Jordan and George and a dear sister of Jennie and Ada. Friends invited to service at Mountsett Crematorium on Tuesday 30th June at 12.30pm. Flowers may be sent or, if preferred, donations in lieu may be made at the service for the Dog and Cat Shelter E Bush Funeral Director 79-83 Old Durham Road Gateshead Tel No 0191 477 1726
In Memoriams
(Durham) A truly gentle man, deeply loved and deeply missed always. Caroline
(Tommy / Tina ) West Denton Fourteen years ago today we had to part with a wonderful mam, nana and great-nan we loved with all our hearts. You gave us many things in life gifts both great and small, But most of all you gave us love the greatest gift of all. The hardest thing in life to bear is when you’re feeling lonely and shed a silent tear, when you feel all around has deserted you and no one cares, you really need your mam but she’s not there. So dearly loved, so deeply missed. Love always. Carol x Craig x Joanne x Alastair x
(Twan) Thinking of our nephew/cousin in Heaven, 10 years ago you were taken from us, our hearts will be forever broken, love and miss you forever. From your heartbroken uncle Den, auntie Florence and family, xxx
(Ted) A loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather who on this day left without knowing the love, laughter and memories he gave or the life he had in his family. We still remember and we still miss you. From your loving family, Terry, granddaughters Samantha and Ashleigh, great grandchildren Connor and Shauna. xx
(Wandless) Birtley, late of Killingworth In loving memory of Margaret, dearly loved wife of the late Stan, much loved aunt, great aunt, great-great aunt and sister-in-law. Who peacefully passed, in hospital surrounded by loving family, on 25th June 2025, aged 97 years. Much loved and never to be forgotten. Tony, Hazel, Tone and all the family.
Birthday Memoriams
(Washington) Precious birthday memories of my loving wife Mary. No cards, gifts or kisses to give only our love as long as we live. Put your arms around her Lord and give her special care, because she was my wife and loved beyond compare. Loved and remembered always by your loving Husband Bruce, Daughters Julie and Sharon, Sons-in-law Keith and Neil, Grandchildren and Great-grandchildren. To live in the hearts of those we love is not to die. In memory’s garden we meet everyday.
Acknowledgements
(Bill) (Morpeth) The family of the late Bill would like to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours, for the support and kindness, cards of condolence and donations received. Special thanks to the staff on Ward 7 N.S.E.C.H. Cramlington for all their care, Neil Atkinson for a most comforting service and the classic car enthusiasts who attended the funeral. Grateful thanks also to The Sun Inn, Morpeth for the refreshments afterwards, as well as John Grenfell and staff at John Grenfell & Son for the funeral arrangements.
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