Eric Bowater (23 Jul 1943 - 6 Jun 2026)

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Location
Sunderland Crematorium Chester Road Sunderland SR4 7RS
Date
30th Jun 2026
Time
11am
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Bowater

Houghton-le-Spring
formerly of Hetton-le-Hole

Peacefully at home, with loved ones at his side, on June 6th aged 82 years, Eric. The beloved husband of Shirley, much-loved dad of David and Trevor, and dear father-in-law of Diane. A cherished grandad and great-grandad, dearly loved brother and brother-in-law, loving uncle and good friend to many. Our hero, deeply, missed, forever loved.

Family and friends please meet on Tuesday June 30th for a service in Sunderland Crematorium at 11.00am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu gratefully received for Alzheimer’s Society. A donation box will be available in the crematorium.

All enquiries to Andrew Grey Funeral Directors, 9 North View Terrace, Chilton Moor. Tel: 0191 3857213

Funeral Director: Mr Ben White

With deepest sympathy from Andrew and staff.

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Jean Wynd wrote

Thinking of Shirley and family at this sad time

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Anne Brown wrote

RIP Eric a wonderful man well remembered ❤️ xx

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Tracey Brown wrote

Was a pleasure knowing Eric and doing his hair. Always made me welcome going be a big miss 💔

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Karen Jones wrote

Sending my heartfelt condolences to you all at this sad time.The man,the myth,the legend Rest easy Eric x

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Julie Mustard wrote

RIP Eric X Sleep tight. Thinking of Shirley ,David, Trevor at this sad time. David Mustard, Maxine Mustard and Family

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RIP Eric X Back in arms with your Mam and Dad. Sleep tight. Thinking of Shirley,David and Trever.

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  • lovely photo Zara Happy memories x

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  • Lovely Memories - rest easy Eric xx

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