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The obituary notice of Daphne LEYBURN (nee Middlemass)

Gosforth | Published in: Evening Chronicle Newcastle.

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DaphneLEYBURN(Gosforth) Passed peacefully in hospital on 19th March, aged 88 years, Daphne. A beloved wife of the late Honorary Alderman George Leyburn. A dearly loved sister of the late Gwendoline, Doreen and Vilma. Also a great-aunt of Caron, Kirsty and Ella.

Forever loved and sadly missed by all her family and friends.

Friends please meet for service at All Saints Church, Gosforth on Thursday 16th April at 10:30am followed by cremation at West Road Crematorium at 12:00 noon. Alternatively Daphne's family welcome you to remain for refreshments in the Church Hall following the service, where they will return to join you.

Flowers welcome, donations in lieu if desired to The Dog and Cat Shelter & Guide Dogs for the Blind. A collection plate will be available at the Church.
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To my lovely dear friend.
Many Happy Memories.
Rest in peace now with your beloved George.
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Margaret Richardson
14/04/2026
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Margaret Richardson
14/04/2026
Such a lovely kind lady. She will be greatly missed. She always had wonderful stories to share. Rest in peace Daphne ❤️
John Blackburn-Wood
10/04/2026
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John Blackburn-Wood
10/04/2026
Such a lovely and kind lady. She will be missed by many. She always had wonderful stories to share, and was just a beautiful lady. Rest in peace Daphne ❤️
John Blackburn-Wood
10/04/2026
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10/04/2026
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