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The obituary notice of Sylvia (Gitta) FAULKNER (nee Jonsson)

Gosforth | Published in: Evening Chronicle Newcastle, The Journal (Newcastle). Notable areas: Newcastle upon Tyne

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Sylvia (Gitta)FAULKNERPassed away peacefully on Tuesday 10th March 2026, aged 78 years.

Gitta, much loved wife of David, loving mother of Martin, dear sister in law of Sandra and Rob.

Former Lady Mayoress of Newcastle upon Tyne.

Funeral service to be held at The West Road Crematorium on Monday 30th March at 12.45.

Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to Parkinson's UK.

Afterwards welcome back to The Benwell Hill Cricket Club for refreshments and to share memories of Gitta.
W S Harrison Funeral Directors,
157 Salters Road, Gosforth,
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 4HJ
Tel:( 0191) 285 8376
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Donation left by Peter and Ann Marie Nicol
02/04/2026
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Remembered always
from The Pilkington Family
xxxxx
Donation left by Sandra Pilkington
31/03/2026
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With heartfelt condolences, and in loving memory of Gitta.
From Fiona Hill
Donation left by Fiona Hill
30/03/2026
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Donation left by George Aitchison
30/03/2026
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Donation left by Robert Dulfer
29/03/2026
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I am sorry that I am unable to attend Gitta’s funeral.I’m sure you will have friends and relatives there in support
Remember to look after yourself
Derek
Donation left by Derek Dransfield
27/03/2026
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Donation left by Anonymous
23/03/2026
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Gitta I didn't know you very long but it was my pleasure to be your carer especially the nights we watched TV together whilst sharing a buffet when david went to choir, like 2 naughty school girls laughing over our life stories you were such a lovely lady ❤️ RIP xx
Pat Pringle
22/03/2026
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Gitta I didn't know you for very long but it was my pleasure to be your carer especially when david went to choir and we enjoyed a lovely buffet in front of the TV enjoying a good laugh together and listening to your fantastic life stories RIP beautiful lady ❤️ xx
Donation left by Pat Pringle
22/03/2026
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You will be dearly missed and fondly remembered Gitta.
From Sandra & Rob
Donation left by Sandra & Rob Pilkington
17/03/2026
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