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The obituary notice of James William (Jimmy/Jimbo/Jumbo) THOMPSON

Gateshead | Published in: Evening Chronicle Newcastle.

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James WilliamTHOMPSONWhickham formerly Dunston

Jimmy passed away peacefully on 1st April 2025 aged 87 Years.

Much loved Husband of the late Betty, a kind hearted Dad of Darren & Wayne, a treasured Father-in-law of Michelle, a wonderful Grandad of Ellie and Amelia, and also a treasured Brother of Mavis.

Jimmy will be sadly missed by all of his Family & Friends.

Requiem Mass to be held at The Immaculate Heart of Mary, Lobley Hill, on Tuesday 15th April at 09:15, followed by Cremation at Saltwell Crematorium.

Family flowers only

Donations in lieu to Hospice at Home.

Afterwards, all welcome back to The Highwayman, Whickham Highway to celebrate the life of a true gentleman.

Jimmy 'Jimbo/Jumbo' Thompson, a truly truly fantastic man, you now go and Rest In Peace with your devoted Wife Betty in Heaven.

All enquiries to W. Lauderdale & Son Funeral Services 0191 460 4698
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Lovely man and friend. Pleased to have known you.
Always happy, you will be sadly missed. RIP Paul & Carole Cavanagh.
Carole Cavanagh
14/04/2025
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Carole Cavanagh
14/04/2025
Rest in Peace my old friend Jumbo.

You were a true Gentleman
Bryan Taylor
08/04/2025
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Bryan Taylor
08/04/2025
Deeply saddened to hear Of Your passing. RIP Jim
Maureen Birnie
Maureen Birnie
08/04/2025
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Maureen Birnie
08/04/2025
You Granda Jim and the late Grandma Betty brought so much love and joy to Ellie and Amelia’s lives and I know you both felt so blessed and proud of them both. Deeply saddened by your loss but you are now reunited with Betty.
Eternally grateful for everything you both did. RIP Jim, love Claire xx
Claire Henderson
08/04/2025
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Will miss you forever 💔
Michele Thompson
08/04/2025
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Michele Thompson
08/04/2025
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