Thompson Brothers & Sons Family Funeral Directors

21/07/2025

🌿 **Honored to Be a Finalist!** 🌿

We’re incredibly proud to share that Thompson Brothers and Sons Funeral Directors has been named a **finalist for the Association of Green Funeral Directors Awards 2025**.

This recognition is a meaningful milestone for our team, reflecting our deep commitment to offering families sustainable, compassionate, and environmentally conscious funeral services. From natural burials to eco-friendly practices, we believe in honoring lives in ways that also honor the planet.

Thank you to the **Association of Green Funeral Directors** for this recognition—and most importantly, thank you to the families and communities who place their trust in us every day.

21/07/2025

Drayton
Pennywell
Formerly Hastings Hill & Grindon
Peacefully on 10th July, aged 55 years, John. Beloved son of Barbara and Ron, much loved dad of Christopher, Adam, Jonathan, Andrew and the late James, dear brother of Richard, Simon and Paul, also a loving father in law, grandad, nephew, uncle and friend of many.
Would friends please meet for service in Sunderland Crematorium on Monday 11th August at 1.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu to a charity of the family’s choice, a collection plate will be provided at the Crematorium. All enquiries to Thompson Brothers & Sons Family Funeral Directors Tel. 0191 3854000

16/07/2025

Choosing a Funeral Director you can trust.

In times of loss, you deserve a Funeral Director who truly cares, a company who upholds dignity, compassion, and transparency in every service. At Thompson Brothers & Sons Funeral Directors, we understand that trust is everything.

We have served our community with honesty, respect, and professionalism for over 25 years and between us we have over 50 years of combined experience. Every family we support is treated as our own, ensuring that your loved one receives the care and tribute they deserve.

If you’re looking for a trusted, compassionate, and independent Funeral Director, we’re here for you day or night.

Call Craig and Simon anytime on 0191 385 4000.

Or visit our website, www.thompsonbrothersfunerals.co.uk

09/07/2025

Thompson
Formerly Carrisbrooke Court

Peacefully in Belle Vue Care Home on 5th July, aged 90 years, Florence (nee Harrison). Dearly beloved wife of the late James, much loved mam, also a dear mother in law, Nana, great Nana and friend of many. Would friends please meet for service in Sunderland Crematorium on Wednesday 23rd July at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu to Dementia Care, a collection plate will be provided at the Crematorium. All enquiries to Thompson Brothers & Sons Family Funeral Directors, Tel. 0191 3854000.

08/07/2025

Straughan
Washington
Peacefully on 26th June, aged 71 years, Phillip. Dearly beloved husband of Lynn, much loved dad of Phillip and Lynsay, loving father in law of Tracy and Wayne, devoted grandad of Megan, Paige, Kian, Logan and Ben, beloved son of Norma and the late Leslie, also a dear brother, brother in law, uncle, cousin and friend of many. Would friends please meet for service in Sunderland Crematorium on Friday 18th July at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if so desired to prostate cancer. A donation plate will be provided at the Crematorium. All enquiries to Thompson Brothers & Sons Family Funeral Directors, Tel. 0191 3954000

02/07/2025

Devine
Formerly Plains Farm and East End

Peacefully in hospital on June 21st, aged 96 years, Mary. Dearly beloved wife of the late Andra, much loved Mam of Richie, the late Andy, Mary and Thomas. Loving Mother in Law of Ena and Chris. Devoted Nana of James, Andrew, Valerie and Vivianne. Mary will be greatly missed by all her loving family and friends. Would friends please meet for service in St Peter’s Church, Monkwearmouth on Thursday 10th July at 12.15pm followed by Interment in Mereknolls Cemetery at 1pm. All enquiries to Thompson Brothers & Sons Family Funeral Directors, Tel. 0191 3854000

25/06/2025

Jenkins
Springwell
Suddenly in hospital on 22nd June, aged 79 years, Norma (nee Horabin). Devoted wife of Keith, a much loved mam of Judith and Wendy, dear mother in law of Colin and Mark, loving Nana of Jen and Carl, also great Nana of Ezra. Norma will be greatly missed by all her loving family and friends. Would friends please meet for service in Sunderland Crematorium on Tuesday 8th July at 12 noon.
Family flowers only by request, donations to Sunderland ICCU. A donation box will be available at the Crematorium. By request of Norma, “wear what you are comfortable in”. All enquiries to Thompson Brothers & Son’s Family Funeral Directors, Tel. 0191 3854000

24/06/2025

Robson
Penshaw
Peacefully in St Benedict’s Hospice on 17th June, aged 69 years, Mick. Devoted husband of Ann, much loved Dad of Mark and Faye, loving Grandad of Jude, treasured Son of Alma and the late George, beloved brother of Pauline, George, Kevin and Deb. Mick will be greatly missed by all his loving family and friends. Would friends please meet for service in Blessed Lady Immaculate Catholic Church, Washington Village on Wednesday 2nd July at 11.30am, followed by interment in Church Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if so desired to St Benedict’s Hospice. A donation plate will be provided at the Church. All enquires to Thompson Brothers & Sons Family Funeral Directors, Tel. 0191 3854000

24/06/2025

Runham
Pennywell
(Moxie from The Well)

Tragically on 17th June, aged 47 years, Peter. Devoted son of Anne and the late Peter, step son of John, precious Dad of Jodie and Elissa. grandad of vinnie a beloved brother of Andrew, brother in law of Shelle and treasured Grandson of Nancy also a dear uncle of Lucy and Courtney. Peter will be greatly missed by all his loving family and many friends. Would friends please meet for service on Monday 7th July at 1pm in Sunderland Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations in lieu of so desired to Ward 18, ITU at The Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle Upon Tyne. A donation plate will be provided at the Crematorium.
By the request of Peter’s family, Sunderland AFC attire to be worn. All enquiries to Thompson Brother’s & Sons Family Funeral Directors, Tel. 0191 3854000

22/06/2025

Well done, well deserved. From Craig and Simon. X

The Acting Bishop of Durham, the Right Reverend Sarah Clark is pleased to announce that the Reverend Canon Katherine Bagnall has been nominated as the next Archdeacon of Sunderland.

Katherine, who is currently Priest in Charge of St Mary & St Peter's, Springwell, Sunderland, will be installed as Archdeacon in the autumn. Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/4n9plX1