DavidSMITHSTOCKSFIELD, Northumberland - Our beloved father David Smith, passed away at the age of 64 in his home at Brettonby Avenue, Stocksfield on Thursday 6th June, 2024.
David was born at Newcastle General Hospital to Dorothy and Raymond Smith on the 30th August, 1959. His sister Margaret Smith, tragically died of pneumonia before her first birthday.
Dad started his life at 5 Shibdon Road, Blaydon before moving to his childhood home of Woodentops, Woodside Road, Ryton. Our dad married Julie Ellen Smith (née Loraine) and enjoyed married life together at 21 Painshawfield Road, Stocksfield.
Dad attended Hookergate Grammar School where he met his best friend, John Clark. Our father's first job was at his parents' BP Petrol Station on Stella Road, Blaydon. Shortly after, he worked as a Tax Inspector for HMRC before starting his career as Rent Officer at the Blaydon Council Offices. After more than two decades in this role, he became a taxi driver for Axwell Taxis. For a brief spell before his retirement, dad worked at Wentworth Grange care home in Riding Mill.
David is survived by his sons Paul Robert Smith (eldest) and Mark David Smith. Our dad died far too soon and will be sorely missed.
A service is to be held at the Holy Cross Church in Ryton on Friday 5th July at 1:15 pm, followed by cremation at Mountsett Crematorium, Dipton. A reception is being held at The Falcon Inn, Prudhoe at 3:30 pm. All those who knew David or the family are most welcome to attend.
All floral tributes and enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare Blaydon, Bridge Street, Blaydon on Tyne, NE21 4JJ. Telephone: 0191 414 2925.
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