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The obituary notice of John GATENBY

Ponteland | Published in: Evening Chronicle Newcastle.

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JohnGATENBY(formerly of Ponteland) Peacefully on 9th October, 2023 at the Royal Infirmary, Edinburgh, with his family by his side. John, beloved husband of Ena, much loved father of Ian and Neil, and loving grandad to Alex, Talia, Ewan and Seán.

Private service in Edinburgh on 30th October.

Donations if desired to Keswick Mountain Rescue at keswickmrt.org.uk/donate

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Published: 16/10/2023

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Keswick Mountain Rescue Team

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13/11/2023

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From the family of John Gatenby. John/Dad loved being in the Lakes with his family - thank you to Keswick MRT for doing what you do!

Donation left by Ena Gatenby

03/11/2023

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Sending my love and deepest sympathy to dear Ena and all the family

Donation left by LESLEY WOOD

30/10/2023

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Donation left by Mick & Jayne Jack

30/10/2023

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I am so sorry to hear of Johns death he was a kind and gentle man who help me in my youth fixing my bike etc and lots more !

Donation left by Jeremy Bailey

28/10/2023

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We were so sorry to hear of the sad passing of John. He was a gentle kind soul who will be missed enormously. Even when our boys smashed his greenhouse with their football he was lovely! Our thoughts are with you all. Helen, Steven and all who lived next door x❤️

Helen Mason

16/10/2023

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