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The obituary notice of Christopher (Chris) KENNEDY

Ashington | Published in: The Journal (Newcastle).

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Christopher (Chris)KENNEDYAshington

Passed away on August 18th, in Freeman Hospital, after a valiant struggle with lung cancer.

He leaves behind wife Jean, brother Richard, sons Richard and Arthur and grandchildren, Hannah and Peter. All friends and family will be notified of funeral arrangements by his wife. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

No flowers please, but donations to Cancer Research UK are a welcome alternative.

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Published: 25/08/2025

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Great brother, great walker, we climbed ScaFell Pike together only a year ago, great allotment gardner too, still eating his chutney. 65 years ago we cycled 1000 miles together, round Wales, camping, in three weeks!

Richard Kennedy

26/08/2025

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Thinking of you Jean x

Donation left by margaret and dave thomas

25/08/2025

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So very sorry to hear about Chris. He was an inspirational teacher and friend, loved and respected by everyone who knew him. My sincere condolences to Jean and family.

Donation left by Marion Brown

25/08/2025

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A very quite man, very kind,rest in peace Chris.
From Kevin & Elsie

Elsie Haggerty

25/08/2025

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25/08/2025

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