UPDATE: New death notices and funeral announcements have been released in The Newcastle Chronicle, revealing heartfelt tributes to numerous local residents who have recently passed away. This week’s announcements highlight significant losses in the community, with services scheduled at various locations.
Among those remembered is Ena Asprey, who passed away peacefully at home on December 12, 2025, at the age of 85. Friends and family are invited to the funeral service at Saltwell Crematorium on January 2, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Afterward, guests are welcome at Swalwell Cricket Club to celebrate her life.
Also honored is Ethel Beaty, aged 97, who died on December 12, 2025, at Armstrong House Care Home. Her funeral service will take place on December 29, 2025, at Saltwell Crematorium at 11:15 AM. Floral tributes are welcome, with refreshments to follow at a venue announced during the service.
In a deeply emotional farewell, Don Bertram, aged 89, passed away on December 17, 2025. His service is scheduled for December 30, 2025, at Whitehall Road Methodist Church at 10:30 AM, followed by cremation. Donations to the Alzheimer’s Society may be given at the service.
The community also mourns Nina Birkett, who departed this life on December 10, 2025, at the age of 95. A service in her honor will be held on January 9, 2026, at St Mary the Virgin Parish Church, with cremation following shortly thereafter.
These announcements serve as a reminder of the deep connections within Newcastle, as families and friends gather to support one another during this difficult time. Each notice published in The Newcastle Chronicle is also available on funeral-notices.co.uk, ensuring that memories and tributes remain accessible forever.
For those wishing to publish a notice or add tributes, the process is simple. Visit the website or call the dedicated team at 01482 908084 for assistance.
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As families come together to remember their loved ones, our thoughts remain with them during this time of loss.
