Fiona Shanks

Fiona Shanks (27 Oct 1969 - 8 Aug 2026)

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Location
Calvary Christian Fellowship Church 2 Tunstall Terrace, Silksworth Terrace, New Silksworth Sunderland SR3 1HH
Date
1st Sep 2026
Time
11.45am
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(née Murray)

Sunderland and Ilmington

In St Benedict’s Hospice, after a brave battle and with family at her side, on August 8th aged 56 years, Fiona. The much-loved mum of Aaron, beloved daughter of the late Val and John, adored sister of Heather and Judith. A loving sister-in-law, aunt, cousin and friend to many. Deeply missed.

Following a private service in the crematorium, family and friends are invited to a celebration of life service in Calvary Christian Fellowship Church, Silksworth on Tuesday September 1st at 11.45am. In memory of Fiona, please wear a splash of colour. Family flowers only, donations in lieu gratefully received for St Benedict’s Hospice and The Brain Tumour Charity. A donation box will be available in church.

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

With deepest sympathy from Andrew and staff.

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Fiona my friend miss you xx

Fiona my friend miss you xx

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Rest in peace my lovely friend x

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Fiona,my friend. You will be greatly missed. You were so strong,so brave. 💕💕

Fiona,my friend. You will be greatly missed. You were so strong,so brave. 💕💕

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Fiona Shanks Fiona my friend miss you xx

Fiona my friend miss you xx

Rest in peace my lovely friend x

Rest in peace my lovely friend x

Fiona,my friend. You will be greatly missed. You were so strong,so brave. 💕💕

Fiona,my friend. You will be greatly missed. You were so strong,so brave. 💕💕

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Rest in Peace lovely Fiona. We will miss you at the Silksworth Park run. Thanks for making those 5ks more enjoyable. With love from all your friends at 5k Your Way x

Rest in Peace lovely Fiona. We will miss you at the Silksworth Park run. Thanks for making those 5ks more enjoyable. With love from all your friends at 5k Your Way x

Please look after this bear... farewell to a lovely friend..picture taken at Paddington bench at Sunderland

Please look after this bear... farewell to a lovely friend..picture taken at Paddington bench at Sunderland

Fiona was a valued and much loved member of the nursing team at Rother House

Fiona was a valued and much loved member of the nursing team at Rother House

Always smiling x

Always smiling x