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The obituary notice of William (Billy) WIGHAM

Whickham | Published in: funeral-notices.co.uk.

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WilliamWIGHAM
(Whickham - Billy Wighams Fish Shop)

Passed away peacefully on 21st August 2026 aged 94 years.

Beloved husband of the late Margaret, much loved dad of Marc and Joanne.

Grandad of Paul, Carl, Elli, Connor and father in law of Michelle, Susan and Peter.

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

Service to be held at Mountsett Crematorium on Tuesday 8th September at 12.30pm.

Family flowers only, donations to Dementia UK.
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Margaret Walmsley
31/08/2026
Billy, a wonderful man through and through, always a smile, always a chat or a wave, always called me small Fry. Never forgot a name or a face. Served his time at Huwoods with my dad. Reunited with his lovely wife. Spent many an hour in his fish shop. RIP. Cheryl. Gordon and Tony.
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31/08/2026
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Cheryl Todd
31/08/2026
A lovely man , he was Billy Whickham the towns legend. Loved by everyone.. Cheryl, Gordon and Tony
Cheryl Todd
31/08/2026
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billy you were a huge part of my childhood, always fondly remembered.You never forgot a face and had a good word for everybody.The world will be a sadder place without you in it.RIP you absolute gentleman.
Keith Airey
31/08/2026
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Keith Airey
31/08/2026
Fondest memories of Billy 50 years on. The Fish and Chips, The Humour The Stories and the Friendship.

Heartfelt Regards, Graham & Geoff (G-CARS Swalwell)
Graham Henson
30/08/2026
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We send our deepest condolences to you all. Billy was a great character, and we have fond memories from our ‘ Caravanning days’
With love
The Roberts Family

Edith Roberts
30/08/2026
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Edith Roberts
30/08/2026
Billy, a friend to everyone.
You will be remembered fondly for many years to come.
Rest in Peace.
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30/08/2026
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