William 'Billy' Short

William 'Billy' Short (10 Nov 1938 - 14 Dec 2025)

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Location
Sunderland Crematorium Chester Road Sunderland SR4 7RS
Date
8th Jan 2026
Time
10.30am
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Location
Hetton Lyons Cricket Club Liliywhite Terrace Easington Lane, Tyne and Wear DH5 0HF
Date
8th Jan 2026
Time
11.30am

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Hetton-le-Hole
Formerly of Murton

Peacefully with loving family by his side on December 14th aged 87 years, William (Billy). The much loved husband of Joyce. A loving dad to Andrew and Gaynor, also a dear father-in-law to Pauline and Mark. The cherished grandad of Joseph. Also a much loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle and good friend to many. Loved and remembered always.

Friends please meet on Thursday January 8th for a service in Sunderland Crematorium at 10:30am. All are welcome to join the family after the service at Hetton Lyons Cricket Club to continue the celebration of Billy’s life.

Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers are gratefully received in memory of Billy for St. Benedict’s Hospice. A donation box will be available at the crematorium.

All enquiries to Andrew Grey Funeral Directors, 30 Station Road, Hetton-le-Hole. Tel: 0191 5265800. Forever in our hearts.

Funeral Director: Mrs Rhonda Richardson

With deepest sympathy from Andrew and staff.

Gaynor Whatcott donated £131.65 in memory of William

Thanks to everyone that donated today at Dad’s funeral - £131.65 raised.

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Sorry for your loss x

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Joyce Short donated £100 in memory of William

Many thanks for your care and support

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  • So sorry for your loss Joyce thinking of you all at this sad time xxx

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Eileen Clennell wrote

Sorry to hear about billy thinking about you all at this sad time x

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Rest easy uncle billy always remembered with a smile xx

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Sadly missed by myself Heather and our 4 dogs he walked, Daphne Toots Delilah and Bertie 😥🙏🐶🐶🐶🐶

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