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The obituary notice of Thomas Michael (Tom) RUTTER

Low Fell | Published in: Evening Chronicle Newcastle.

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Thomas MichaelRUTTER(Low Fell). It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Tom Rutter (1945-2025) who passed away at Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Wednesday 8th October.

Beloved husband to Marie, treasured father to Anna, Karen, Jeanette, Michelle and Cheryl and the late Katherine. Also a much loved Grandfather and Great Grandfather who will be sorely missed. Tom will be very sadly missed by all his loving family and friends.

Service to be held at 12.00 on Wednesday 29th October at St Joseph's RC Chuch, West High Street, Gateshead which will be followed by cremation at Saltwell Crematorium, Saltwell Rd South, Gateshead at 1pm.

Family flowers only please.

Donations greatly received by

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A donation box will be available at both the church and crematorium.

All enquiries to

Watson's Funeral Directors Ltd. 282 Old Durham Road, Gateshead. NE8 4BP. Tel. 0191 4771484
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Condolences to the family of whom I considered an absolute gentleman. A genuine force of good nature that left a lasting impression on all he met. I’ll never forgot those Christmas times you genuinely made me feel like part of your family. X
Cam
21/10/2025
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Cam
21/10/2025
So sad to hear of Tom's passing our lovely funny kind friend thinking of Marie and family at this very sad time.
Good Night and God Bless Tom
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Ann Ronnie Stainthorp
18/10/2025
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Ann Ronnie Stainthorp
18/10/2025
Treasured memories of a Uncle Thomas you will be sadly missed but are now safe in god's hands, love and miss you, Carole
Carole Elliott
17/10/2025
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