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Over 100 years of trusted, family-owned service to Sunderland, South Shields, and the North East. Were Here, For Everything After.

We provide compassionate, professional support to help you honour your loved ones with dignity. 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).

04/11/2026

02/11/2026

Honouring Those Who Served

As Remembrance Day approaches, we remember all those who served our country. But for many military and veteran families, knowing how to incorporate service traditions into a funeral can feel overwhelming.

Whether your loved one served for a few years or a lifetime, there is a wealth of support available to ensure they receive a fitting send-off:

Ceremonial Tributes: From regimental drapes and cap badge displays to live buglers playing The Last Post.

Standard Bearers: Local organisations can often provide Standard Bearers to lead the cortege and pay respects.

Charity Support: Organisations like the Royal British Legion, SSAFA, and regimental associations offer practical, emotional, and financial support for military families.

If you are planning a service for a veteran, we are always here to help liaise with local associations and ensure their service is honoured with dignity.

23/10/2026

💙 CAN YOU DO US A FAVOUR?
Tell ONE man about ANDYSMANCLUB. 💙
You might see us on TV tonight accepting the Pride of Britain Award on ITV at 8pm! 🏆
This award is all thanks to our amazing volunteers who open the doors every Monday night, giving men a safe space to talk.
NOW WE NEED YOUR HELP! 🙌
We want to get as many men walking through our doors as possible.
📣 Please share, tag your mates and spread the word. You never know who might need us.
Together, we could reach THAT ONE MAN. 💙

23/10/2026

We’ve got two FREE sessions running today 💛

🎳 Bowls for Health - 11:30am
A friendly, gentle way to stay active, have a laugh and meet new people. No experience needed, just come along and give it a go!

🧘 Kids Yoga (5–11 years) - 3:45pm
The perfect after-school wind-down! Fun, calming sessions to help little ones stretch, breathe and relax.

✅ Both sessions are completely FREE

Address

North Hylton Road
Sunderland
SR55QZ

Telephone

+441915160202

Website

http://www.johnduckworth.com/

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