Irene Eccles (30 Apr 1933 - 27 May 2026)

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Location
Independent Methodist Church, Easington Lane Brickgarth Easington Lane DH5 0LE
Date
19th Jun 2026
Time
10.45am
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Location
Durham Crematorium South Road Durham DH1 3TQ
Date
19th Jun 2026
Time
12pm

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Easington Lane

Peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on May 27th aged 93 years, Irene (née Waddell). The beloved wife of the late Edward (Ted), much-loved mam of Linda, Leslie, Janice, David and dear mother-in-law of Jackie, Tossy and Julie. The treasured grandma of Jonathan, Kristofer, Daniel, Abbie, Stacey, Rachael, Atlanta and great-grandma of Zahra, Molly, Albie, Emmie, Ella and Alfie. The dearly loved sister of Ellen, Betty, Elsie, George Albert and Brian. A dear auntie, great-auntie and a good friend to many. Forever in our hearts. 

Family and friends please meet on Friday June 19th for a service in the Independent Methodist Church, Easington Lane at 10.45am, committal to follow in Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations in lieu gratefully received for charities to be determined by Irene’s family. A donation box will be available in the church. You are asked to wear a splash of colour to celebrate a life as bright and beautiful as Irene’s.

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

Funeral Director:  Mr Andrew Grey

With deepest sympathy from Andrew and staff.

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Derek Carter wrote

Sorry to hear of your loss. Irene certainly seemed to be someone who enjoyed life so she'll have provided plenty of great memories. Condolences to you all.

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Thinking of you all at this very sad time but remembering your lovely Mam with a smile on our faces, beautiful, amazing lady both inside & out, forever the queen of the Brickgarth, rip Irene xx

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