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29/01/2026

DOUGLAS
Bob

Passed away on 21st January 2026, aged 75 years

Soulmate to Kath, beloved Step Dad to Kristopher, adored Granda to Evie and Lilly,
much loved brother to Margaret and uncle to all of his nieces and nephews.

Bob will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Funeral service to take place on Friday 20th February, 12.45pm at Tynemouth Crematorium.

Family flowers only please, donations if desired to The Lung Foundation, Freeman Hospital.

Bob’s family would like to welcome everyone back to The Quarry, where they will continue the celebration on his life.

All enquiries to
Chris Sample Funerals
47 Eastbourne Gardens
Whitley Bay
NE26 3LX
0191 252 3366

14/01/2026

GRIFFITHS (Griff)
Micky

Passed away on 9th January 2026, aged 63 years.

Loving husband of Karen. Loving father of Clare, Donna, Lisa and Michael. Loving granda of Connor, Taylor, Davie Lee, Ella, Liam, Josh, Poppy, Gracie, Harry, Charlie, Michael, Teddy and the late Lewis. Loving great granda of Carter, Lillie and Gracie.

He will be sadly missed by all of his loving family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Tynemouth Crematorium on Tuesday 27th January 2026 at 1:30pm

All enquires to Chris Sample Funerals, 53 Saville Street, North Shields, NE30 1NS - 0191 2578401

09/01/2026

RACHELE GRAVES

Passed peacefully on 6th January 2026, aged 55 years old.

A much loved Wife, Mother, Grandma, Daughter, Sister, Auntie, Cousin and very close friend of many.

Rachele touched all of our hearts, she was such a lovely woman always a person to go to if you ever needed someone. She was always that person you could rely on for anything at anytime, she will be missed so much by all of her loving family and friends.

All flowers welcome
Mam loved red ♥️

Funeral service to take place at Preston Cemetery Chapel on Friday 23rd January 2026 at 1:15pm.

The Wake will take place at the Catholic Club, North Shields for 2pm

Everyone is welcome

Contact Demi via 07518919220 for any questions thank you

All enquires to Chris Sample Funerals, 53 Saville Street, North Shields, NE30 1NS - 0191 2578401

24/12/2025

To everyone who is so very much looking forward to Christmas, We wish you a wonderful day. We would also like to acknowledge everyone who has experienced loss throughout the year or in years gone by. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
🙏 🎄

Our continued care and support is available throughout the festive period, if you need us we are just a phone call away

From our family to yours, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

0191 4544960 / 0191 2523366

15/12/2025

GIBBONS
Jade

Passed away on 8th December 2025, aged 33 years.

A very much loved Mummy, Daughter, Sister, Auntie and Friend to all.

She will be greatly missed by all of her loving family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Monday 22nd December 2025 at 10:30am and afterwards at The Kittiwake pub.

If you would like to wear colour or something less formal to honour Jade that would be welcomed.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to Samaritans.

All enquires to Chris Sample Funerals, 47 Eastbourne Gardens, Whitley Bay, NE26 3LX - 0191 2523366

13/10/2025

LEE
Hazel

Passed away peacefully on 9th October 2025, aged 68 years.

A much loved Wife, Mam, Nana, Sister, Auntie and Friend of many.

Hazel will be sorely missed by all her knew and loved her.

Funeral service to take place at Tynemouth Crematorium on Wednesday 29th October 2025 at 11:15am

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to The Dogs Trust.

All enquires to Chris Sample Funerals, 53 Saville Street, North Shields, NE30 1NS - 0191 2578401

08/10/2025

WALSH
Nicol Ariel

Passed away on 25th September, Aged 63 years

Beloved Sister, Aunt and Friend. Nicol will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Nicol’s funeral service is taking place at 11am on Friday 7th November at St Paul’s Church, Whitley Bay, followed by a short service at Whitley Bay crematorium at 12pm.

Nicol’s family would like to welcome everyone back to The Beach House, Whitley Bay, where they will continue the celebration of her life.

Family Flowers only please

Donation’s if desired to Greenpeace or Oxfam

All enquiries to
Chris Sample Funerals
47 Eastbourne Gardens
Whitley Bay
NE26 3LX
0191 252 3366

23/09/2025

WILSON
Ronald Lewins

Passed away on Friday 5th September 2025, Aged 90 years. He will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him.

Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother and Uncle.

Ronald’s funeral is taking place on Wednesday 1st October, 1.30pm at Whitley Bay Crematorium.

Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Parkinson’s UK

All enquiries to
Chris Sample Funerals
53 Saville Street
North Shields
NE30 1NS
0191 257 8410

12/09/2025

HUTCHINSON
Pauline Margaret

Passed away peacefully on 12th September 2025, aged 88 years.

Beloved wife of the late Sid, adored mam of Ann and Linda, mother in law of Donal, a much loved grandma of Callie, Mark, Tom, Chris, Grace and Aisling, loving great grandma of Orlaith, Seb and Ted.

Pauline will be sorely missed and loved by all of her family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Whitley Bay Crematorium on Friday 26th September 2025 at 12noon.

Flowers welcome and can be delivered to Chris Sample Funerals.

All enquires to Chris Sample Funerals, 53 Saville Street, North Shields, NE30 1NS - 0191 2578401

05/09/2025

EUNSON
Albert

Passed away suddenly but peacefully on August 31st 2025, aged 73 years, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Albert will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him.

Son to the late Thomas and Muriel. Brother to Michael and the late Thomas, Steven and Robert. Ex-husband and loving friend to Linda. Father to Robert, Dawn, Michelle, Stuart, Hayley and Jamie-Leigh. Father-in-law to Stephen. Grandad to Hannah-Mae, Kaici-Leigh, Taylor, McKenzie, Macie-Mae, Tommy, Delilah, Minnie and Bear. Great-Grandad to Elijah, Killian and Tate.

Albert's funeral will take place in Harton Cemetery Chapel, South Shields on Monday 22nd September 2025 at 2:15pm followed by interment.

Family flowers only please, any donations if desired to RNLI. Dress code smart/casual or biker attire.

Any bikers who wish to join Albert's final journey and follow the procession, reach out to family or Chris Sample for more details.

All of those who wish to celebrate Albert's life after the funeral are welcome at The Rattler, South Shields Seafront, Coast Road.

All enquires to Chris Sample Funerals
23 Avenue Road
Seaton Delaval
NE25 0DS
0191 8157700

30/08/2025

FARMAN
Stephen (Stevie)

Passed away suddenly on 20th August 2025, aged 62 years.

Stephen will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him.

Loving partner to Ann, loving Dad to Kayleigh & Amy. A father figure to Shaun & Sharon. Loving Brother to Christine, Janice, Graeme & Derek.
Loving Grandad to Taylor, Talya, Josh, Kobie & Addie.

Stephen’s funeral is taking place on Wednesday 10th September 2025, 12.45pm at Tynemouth Crematorium.
No dress code, however for those who want to, can wear light blue to honour Stevie being a big Man City fan

Family flowers only please, donations if desired to The British Heart Foundation.

Stephen’s family welcome everyone back to King Street Club where they will continue the celebration of his life.

All enquiries to
Chris Sample Funerals
53 Saville Street
North Shields
NE30 1NS
0191 257 8401

08/08/2025

PIRIE
Maureen (Nee Hall)
North Shields

Peacefully with her loving husband by her side on 5th August 2025, aged 82 years.

Maureen (Mo)
Beloved wife of John, dearly loved mam of Paul, Rob, Derri and Jake. A cherished grandma and great grandma to all her grandchildren. A much loved sister of her 6 siblings.

Maureen will be greatly missed by all of her family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at Tynemouth Crematorium on Thursday 21st August 2025 at 2:15pm.

Flowers welcome and can be delivered to Chris Sample Funerals, family's request dress code as you wish

All welcome back to King's Street Club, North Shields for refreshments and a celebration of Maureen's life.

All enquires to Chris Sample Funerals, 53 Saville Street, North Shields, NE30 1NS - 0191 257 8401

Address

47 Eastbourne Gardens
Whitley Bay
NE263LX

Website

http://www.csamplefuneralservices.co.uk/

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