Recently Deceased

David Patrick Cawthorn MBE

Be the things you loved most about the people who are gone.

Peacefully at rest on Thursday 7th March 2024 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, surrounded by his loving and devoted family, David aged 88 years of Newcastle, the dearly loved husband of Pat, the much loved and respected dad of Helen, Carol and Patrick, a dear father in law of Mark and Adrian, a treasured grandpa of Thomas, Catherine, David, Sarah, Rachel, William, Molly – Rose, Toby and Reuben also a dearly loved and cherished great grandpa to Hollie, Charlotte, Oliver, Charlie and Jenson. David will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends.

Funeral Service to celebrate David’s life will take place at St.Giles Church, Newcastle on Thursday 11th April 2024 at 1.00pm prior to a private cremation at Bradwell Crematorium.

Will relatives please accept this intimation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the Church. The family have requested that all mourners attending the service wear colourful or bright ties in memory of David.

Family flowers only please; donations would be preferred in memory of David to The Air Ambulance and The Stroke Association. A donation box will be available at the Church

Messages of condolences may be left below.

For all further enquiries please contact Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777

Date Passed: 7th March 2024

Funeral Date:  11th April 2024

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Sue Anne Morris (Nee Lawn)

“Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.”

Suddenly at rest on Friday 23rd February 2024, Sue, aged 45 years of Bucknall, the loving wife of Rich, the loved mum of Rachael, Geran, Daighnton and Dylan, treasured daughter to John and Janet, a wonderful sister to Scott, cherished granddaughter of Joan and much loved friend to many.

Sue will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Tuesday 19th March 2024 at 12:30pm.

Will family please accept this intimation and would friends who wish to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

Flowers welcome.

All floral tributes and enquiries to Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777

Messages of condolences may be left below.

 

Date Passed: 23rd February 2024

Funeral Date:  19th March 2024

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Winifred ‘Winnie’ Brown

“Your memory feels like home to me.So whenever my mind wanders, it always finds it’s way back to you.”

Peacefully at rest on Thursday 22nd February 2024 at the Douglas Macmillan Hospice in the presence and loving care of her daughter, Winnie aged 80 years of Bradwell, the dearly loved and loving wife of Tom, the much loved and treasured mum of Julie and Michael, a dear mother in law of the late Andy, a loving step nan of Hollie, a dear sister of Malcolm and Lil also a dear sister in law of Janice.

Winnie will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all her loving family and friends. Funeral Service and cremation to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Monday 11th March 2024 at 2.40pm.

Will relatives please accept this intimation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

Messages of condolence may be left below

Flowers or if preferred donations in memory of Winnie to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice.

All enquiries to Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services.

Date Passed: 22nd February 2024

Funeral Date:  11th March 2024

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Clive Ernest Pyszky

“Love is a type of magic that cannot be ceased by the transition of realms, it flows with us into every life time.”

Peacefully at rest on Tuesday 13th February 2024 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Clive aged 75 years of Kidsgrove, the dearly loved and treasured dad of Jason, Tammi, Grant and Lucy. A much cherished grandad to his 12 grandchildren and a loving partner to Kath.

Clive will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends.

Funeral service and cremation to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Friday 8th March 2024 at 2.00pm.

Will relatives please accept this invitation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

Flowers or if preferred donations in memory of Clive to Prostate Cancer UK.

All enquiries to Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777

Messages of condolences may be left below.

 

Date Passed: 13th February 2024

Funeral Date:  8th March 2024

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Audrey Edwards

“What is lovely never dies, but passes into another loveliness, star-dust or sea-foam, flower, or winged air.”

Peacefully at rest, held close by her family, at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Audrey, aged 95 years of the Westlands, Newcastle. Dearly loved wife of the late Arthur, adored and most cherished mum of Anne, Paul and Jane. Most treasured and devoted Gran of Ciaran. Held in high esteem by her daughter in law Sue. Much loved sister of John and the late Mary. Loved by her nephews and nieces and their families. She was a good friend to so many throughout her long life. Audrey will be forever with us and held close with deep love and affection. We will endeavour to take her advice and take each day as it comes and enjoy it. Thank you for being you.

Funeral service to take place at St. Andrew’s Church, The Westlands, Newcastle on Tuesday 12th March 2024 at 11am prior to cremation at Bradwell Crematorium.

Will relatives please accept this intimation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the church.

Messages of condolence may be left below.

No flowers please by request; donations would be preferred in memory of Audrey to the Donna Louise Trust.

All enquiries to Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services 01782 914777

 

Date Passed: 11th February 2024

Funeral Date:  12th March 2024

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Victor William Lowe ‘Bill’

“Remembering you is easy, I do it every day. I hold you tightly within my heart, and there you’ll forever stay.”

Peacefully at rest on Wednesday 24th January 2024 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, Bill, aged 98 years of Maer, the much-loved brother by affection of Roger and Wendy, a treasured uncle to Kevin, Sharni and their partners Sarah and Craig, a wonderful great-uncle to Callum, Rebecca, Ethan and Oliver, also a dear friend to many.

Bill will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Friday 16th February 2024 at 12:40pm

Will family please accept this intimation and would friends who wish to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

Formal attire is not required.

Family flowers only please, donations would be preferred in memory of Bill to The Douglas MacMillan Hospice. A donation box will be available on the day should anyone wish to leave a donation then.

Messages of condolences may be left below.

For all further enquiries please contact Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777

Date Passed: 24th January 2024

Funeral Date:  16th February 2024

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Colin Higginson

“May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.”

Suddenly on Saturday 20th January 2024, Colin, aged 52 years of Newcastle, the much-loved and loving husband of Johanna, a treasured and proud father of Rebecca and Rosie, a wonderful son to Geraldine and the late Alan, a cherished son-in-law to Alan and Winifred, a beloved brother of Jennifer, Stephen and Valerie and a great friend to many.

Colin will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Friday 1st March 2024 at 12pm.

Will family please accept this intimation and would friends who wish to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

Formal attire is not required.

Family flowers only please, donations would be preferred in memory of Colin to CRY or The Circulation Foundation (UK Vascular Charity).

A donation box will be available on the day should anyone wish to leave a donation then.

Messages of condolences may be left below.

For all further enquiries please contact Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777

Date Passed:  20th January 2024

Funeral Date:  1st March 2024

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John Wilshaw

Memories are links in a golden chain, that bind us until we meet again.”

Peacefully at rest on Friday 12th January 2024 at Leighton Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, John, aged 59 years. Will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends.

Messages of condolences may be left below.

For all further enquiries please contact Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777

Date Passed: 12th January 2024

Funeral Date:  15th February 2024

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Graham Wiggins

“Our joys will be greater, our love will be deeper, our life will be fuller because we shared your moment.”

Peacefully at rest on Sunday 31st December 2023, Graham, aged 87 years of Endon, the much-loved and loving husband of Patricia, a loving dad of Phillip and Alison and father-in-law to Caroline and Stephen, treasured grandad to Matthew, Mark, Louise and their partners Laura, Nicole and Zac, a cherished great-grandpa to Mollie, Reggie and Ella, a wonderful brother to Margaret and John and the late Sheila, Leonard and Joan, a loving brother-in-law to Michael and the late Jean, also a dear uncle and friend to many.

Graham will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends.

 

Funeral service to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Thursday 1st February 2024 at 11am.

Will family please accept this intimation and would friends who wish to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

Messages of condolences may be left below.

Family flowers only please, donations would be preferred in memory of Graham to The British Heart Foundation. A donation box will be available on the day should anyone wish to leave a donation then.

For all further enquiries please contact Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777

Date Passed:  31st December 2023

Funeral Date:  1st February 2024

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Iain Charles Mackirdy

“May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.”

On the 31st December 2023, Iain, at the age of 72 years old, passed away at home suddenly after a short battle with lung cancer.

Iain was a kind and cheery man who had a laugh to remember. He is survived by his wife Vivian who he cared for dearly. Remembering him fondly are his sister, sons, daughter in laws, daughter, grandchildren and great-grand children.

He will be forever missed. 

Funeral service to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Friday 9th February 2024 at 1pm followed by a celebration of Iain’s life at the Foxley Hotel, Milton. 

Would family and friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

Donations would be appreciated instead of flowers to Macmillan Cancer Support in memory of Iain. A donation box will be available on the day should anyone wish to leave a donation then.

Messages of condolences may be left below.

For all further enquiries please contact Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777

Date Passed:  31st December 2023

Funeral Date:  9th February 2024

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Gerald Foy (Ginge)

“When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight.

At rest, Gerald aged 87 years of Sandford Hill, the much-loved and loving father of Stephen and daughter in law Kerry, a treasured grandad of Kierren, Nathan, Samantha, Craig, Chloe and their partners; Tracey, Leanne, Owen and Tammy, a cherished great-grandad, former husband of Janet and later partner to Francis, also a loving brother, uncle and dear friend to many.

Gerald will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Carmountside Crematorium on Wednesday 31st January 2024 at 11am.

Will relatives please accept this intimation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

Flowers welcome

Messages of condolences may be left below.

For all further enquiries please contact Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777

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Graham Frank Steele

“We knew how to love him in his presence, now we must learn to love him in his absence.”

Peacefully at rest on Tuesday 26th December 2023 at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, Graham aged 74 years of Trentham, the dearly loved and devoted husband of Patricia, the much loved, treasured and respected dad of Teresa, Paul and Chris, a dear father in law of Martin and Lucy, a dearly loved and cherished grandad of Emily, Ben, Oliver, Jacob and Lewis, a loving brother of Sandra and Trevor.

Graham will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all his loving family and many friends.

Funeral Service and cremation to take place at Bradwell Crematorium on Monday 15th January 2024 at 12.40pm.

Will relatives please accept this intimation and would friends wishing to attend kindly meet at the crematorium.

 

Family flowers only please; donations would be preferred in memory of Graham to Mind – Mental Health Charity (www.mind.org.uk)

 

Messages of condolences may be left below.

For all further enquiries please contact Kevin Lownds Family Funeral Services on 01782 914777

Date Passed: 26th December 2023

Funeral Date:  15th January 2024

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