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The obituary notice of William ROUTLEDGE (Bill)

Newcastle upon Tyne | Published in: Evening Chronicle Newcastle. Notable areas: North Shields

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WilliamROUTLEDGEDied at home on 21/6/26, aged 91.

Bill, well liked, respected and well known, now joins the late Sheila and their son William in Heaven. Bill will be sadly missed by his son Shaun and wife Anne; his grandchildren, Hamish, Fergus, Eoghan and Hector. Bill was a son of Byker, was a friend to young and old alike, a man who gave his time, love, and wisdom to others in spades. A proud, gracious man who took great pride and joy in the success of the many he has helped and encouraged throughout his life.

Friends please meet for service at St. Mary's RC Church, Farringdon Road, North Shields on Thursday 9th July at 1pm, followed by committal service at Tynemouth Crematorium at 2:15pm.

Family flowers only, donations to Dementia UK.

R. J. Ryland Funeral Services Tel: 0191 2526500
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I look back with a lot of fondness to the many hours I sat next to Bill at SJP with us both moaning about Newcastle United’s inability to score from corner kicks. Nice man.
John Meechan
04/07/2026
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​To Bill, my dearest mate. What started out as just looking after you turned into one of the truest, closest friendships I’ve ever known. Thank you for the laughs, our tours, our clubing Thursdays, your quiet wisdom, and for always building me up, you truly changed my life. Your massive heart and kindness live on so beautifully in Shaun, Anne, and the lads. You fought a proper hard fight, Bill, but you’re free now. Thank you for everything. Rest easy, my friend. I'll miss you always and forever 🕊 🕊 🕊
Jonathan
03/07/2026
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03/07/2026
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03/07/2026