Glyn Brown (14 Jun 1945 - 16 Oct 2026)

Funeral Director

Location
Durham Crematorium South Road Durham city DH1 3TQ
Date
2nd Nov 2026
Time
1pm
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Location
The Mill Inn Durham Road Houghton-Le-Spring DH5 8NG
Date
2nd Nov 2026
Time
2.30pm

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After a brief illness on October 16th aged 81 years, Glyn. The beloved husband of the late Eve, much-loved dad of Rowena and Anita, dearly loved father-in-law of Paul and Phil, cherished grandad of Daniel, Georgia, Matthew and Alexander.
Forever in our hearts.

Family and friends please meet to celebrate Glyn’s life on Monday November 2nd in Durham Crematorium at 1.00pm. All are invited to wear a splash of colour. By request no flowers, donations in lieu gratefully received for Lambton House Residents Fund. A donation box will be available in the crematorium. Please join the family afterwards in The Mill Inn, Houghton to continue celebrating Glyn’s life.

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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Tom & Trisha Robson wrote

Fond memories of times spent bringing up our young familles together in East Rainton and of many happy days walking with the ramblers.
Our thoughts are with Rowena, Anita and family at this very sad time.

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Kathleen Pringle wrote

i worked with Glyn and Eve at Pyrex, he was always a friendly and jovial person RIP Glyn.

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Janet & Joe Meek wrote

A true Gentleman and family man
Remembered as a member of the Ramblers and a pleasure to walk with
Our thoughts are with Rowena, Anita and family

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  • Thank you so much

    Posted by Rowena on 24/10/2026 Report abuse
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paul Rhino wrote

You were more than just my father-in-law but my little partner in crime, we had such a laugh together and some brilliant times. You welcomed me into your family With open arms to which I was very grateful. And I soon found out what an amazing and wonderful gentleman you were inside and out who would do anything for anyone who needed your help or support,I am so blessed to have been part of your life Glyn sleep tight my little mate till we meet again love you loads xxx

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Rachel Alderson wrote

Sending love to all of the family at this truly difficult time! Glyn showed so much love and strength right up until the end and I’ve no doubt you will all share that same love and strength to get you through each day x x x I am so sorry I cannot be there x x x

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  • Thank you lovely xx

    Posted by Rowena on 22/10/2026 Report abuse
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Carol Truscott wrote

I remember Glyn from John Condors walking group. He was a lovely, gentle and friendly man. RIP 🙏

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  • REST IN PEACE UNCLE GLYN

    Posted by Vivien on 21/10/2026 Report abuse
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  • REST IN PEACE UNCLE GLYN

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  • Thank you so much , we tried to ring as many people as we had contacts for xx

    Posted by Rowena on 22/10/2026 Report abuse
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Deborah Klincke wrote

Thinking of family and friends at this sad time. RIP Glyn, reunited with Eve x

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  • Thank you xx

    Posted by Rowena on 22/10/2026 Report abuse
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Kathryn Houghton wrote

To Uncle Glyn. A legend who lit up our lives

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  • He absolutely did xx

    Posted by Rowena on 22/10/2026 Report abuse
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Sarah Edney wrote

An amazing man, with the most gentle heart, he will be missed xx

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  • Thanks so much love xxx

    Posted by Rowena on 22/10/2026 Report abuse
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Lisa Carmody wrote

The most loveliest, kindest man. Back together dancing with his beloved wife Eve. Papa B you will be sadly missed xxx

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  • He absolutely will , thanks so much love xx

    Posted by Rowena on 22/10/2026 Report abuse
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