John Duckworth Funeral Directors

John Duckworth Funeral Directors John Duckworth Funeral Directors established over 100 years, remaining a family business throughout. Members of SAIF & The BIFD

John Duckworth Funeral Directors is an appointed representative of Golden Charter Limited trading as Golden Charter Funeral Plans which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN:965279).

Ronald Crossley With great sadness Ronald passed away on 24th May, aged 92 years. Dear husband of the late Margaret, Che...
05/06/2026

Ronald Crossley

With great sadness Ronald passed away on 24th May, aged 92 years.

Dear husband of the late Margaret, Cherished dad to Kim, Jayne and Nicholas, much loved father-in-law to John, Patrick, and Carole, adored grandad to Adam and his wife Charlotte, Sam and his partner John, treasured great grandad to Ronnie, dearest brother to Jeff and the late Joyce.

A celebration of Ronald’s life will be held in St Nicolas’ church on Thursday 18th June at 11:30am followed by a committal in Sunderland Crematorium at 12.30pm.
Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Ronald are welcome for The British Heart Foundation. A collection plate will be available on the day, online donations may be made using the link below.

https://johnduckworth.co.uk/funeral-details?tribute=ronaldcrossley

All enquiries to John Duckworth Funeral Directors, Sunderland Tel: 0191 5160202

Dorothy Loscombe With great sadness Dorothy passed away on 26th May, aged 75 years. Cherished mam to David and Amanda, m...
04/06/2026

Dorothy Loscombe

With great sadness Dorothy passed away on 26th May, aged 75 years.

Cherished mam to David and Amanda, much loved mother-in-law to Claire and Martin, adored nana to Daniel, Dalton, Brittany and Katie, treasured sister, aunty and dear friend to many.

A celebration of Dorothy’s life will be held in Sunderland crematorium on Friday 19th June at 10:30am.
Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Dorothy are welcome for St Benedict’s Hospice. A collection plate will be available on the day, online donations may made using the link below.

https://johnduckworth.co.uk/funeral-details?tribute=dorothyloscombe

All enquiries to John Duckworth Funeral Directors, Sunderland Tel: 0191 5160202

James Tew‘Jimmy’ With great sadness Jimmy passed away on 27th May, aged 71 years. Cherished husband to Sheila, much love...
04/06/2026

James Tew
‘Jimmy’

With great sadness Jimmy passed away on 27th May, aged 71 years.

Cherished husband to Sheila, much loved brother to Gwen, Sandy, Gill, Kath and Josie.

A celebration of Jimmy’s life will be held in South Shields crematorium on Thursday 18th June at 2.45pm.
Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Jimmy are welcome for PDSA.
A collection plate will be available on the day.


All enquiries to John Duckworth Funeral Directors, South Shields Tel: 0191 454 5700.

Robert Connor With great sadness Robert passed away peacefully on 19th May, aged 80 years.Loving partner, cherished dad,...
03/06/2026

Robert Connor

With great sadness Robert passed away peacefully on 19th May, aged 80 years.

Loving partner, cherished dad, much‑loved father‑in‑law, adored grandad and dear friend to many.

Friends, please meet on Tuesday 9th June at Sunderland Crematorium at 1.30pm.
Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Robert are welcome for Paws for Thought. A collection plate will be available on the day.

All enquiries to John Duckworth Funeral Directors, Sunderland Tel: 0191 5160202

Brenda Martin (nee Dodds)With great sadness Brenda peacefully passed away on 23rd May, aged 81 years.Beloved wife of the...
01/06/2026

Brenda Martin (nee Dodds)

With great sadness Brenda peacefully passed away on 23rd May, aged 81 years.

Beloved wife of the late Alex, devoted mam to Angela, Beverley, Alex, Danielle and the late Tracey and Brent. Brenda was a treasured nana, great-nana, sister, sister-in-law and aunt, she was a true friend to many and she will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

A celebration of Brenda’s life will take place on Wednesday 17th June in Sunderland Crematorium at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please, donations grateful accepted in memory of Brenda for ‘Daft As A Brush’. A collection plate will be available on the day, alternatively online donations can be made using the link below.

https://johnduckworth.co.uk/funeral-details?tribute=brenda-martin-1944-2026

All enquiries to John Duckworth Funeral Directors tel. 0191 5160202

George PlunkettIt is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of George on 21st May, aged 65 years.Beloved husband...
29/05/2026

George Plunkett

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of George on 21st May, aged 65 years.

Beloved husband to Jan, devoted dad to Conor and Calum, dear brother of the late Connie and treasured uncle to Leslie and Heather. A dear brother-in-law and cousin, with a special mention to Dave for the closeness they shared.

A service to celebrate George’s life will be held at Sunderland Crematorium on Tuesday 16th June at 11:00am. At the family’s request colourful clothing may be worn.

Family flowers only please, donations in memory of George are gratefully received for The British Heart Foundation. A collection plate will be available on the day, online donations may be made using the link below.

https://johnduckworth.co.uk/funeral-details?tribute=georgeplunkett

All enquiries to John Duckworth Funeral Directors, Sunderland. Tel: 0191 5160202.

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Sunderland
SR55QZ

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