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The obituary notice of Gary (Fleck) FLETCHER

Chopwell | Published in: Evening Chronicle Newcastle.

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GaryFLETCHERIt is with great sadness his family announce that Gary lost his valiant battle against pancreatic cancer on 17th October 2023. He was 64 years old. He was at home, where he wished to be, with his wife by his side. We can take some comfort that he is now free of pain and at peace. Gary was and always will be the beloved Husband of Sharon, much loved Dad of Sarah, Declan and Tyler, Father-in-law of Nathan, Brother of Gail and Kevin, Brother-in-law of Mike, Mary, Shaun and Valerie and Grandad of his soon to be born first Granddaughter. He was a great friend to so many people of all ages and never lost his sense of childish wonder. He found joy in simple pleasures - a walk by the sea, fish and chips, a game of darts and crazy Christmas presents. Despite his physical suffering, he remained determined and positive right to the end, even joking with his wife and the medical team on his final day. He was an incredible man and will be missed by everyone who knew him. Gary wanted a simple, private cremation and asked that people remember him as he was before the cancer weakened him - full of life, having fun, and with a terrible sense of humour! With this aim in mind, friends and family are invited to celebrate his life from 1.30pm on 3rd November at The Central, Derwent Street, Chopwell. Dress code: Jeans and rock T-shirt, the more colourful the better. Refreshments will be available. Donations can be made in Gary's memory to Pancreatic Cancer UK or Parkinsons UK.
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I didn't make big promises this year.
I made small ones.
To breathe when it hurts.
To rest when memories come.
To cry without shame.
I stopped pretending I'm strong.
I started being honest with myself.
Some days I will fall apart.
Some days I will stand up again.
Both days count.
Both days hurt.
This is how I heal now.
Sharon Fletcher
01/01/2026
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Sharon Fletcher
01/01/2026
Happy New Year
to all the Angels in Heaven
Hugs & Kisses
Wifey xxxx
Sharon Fletcher
01/01/2026
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Sharon Fletcher
01/01/2026
If only I could hold you one more

time, hear your laughter, and

see your smile light up the room.

Life goes on, but nothing feels

the same without you, my

husband. You gave me love,

safety, and countless

memories that will never fade.

Though my heart aches, I trust

in Heaven's promise. One day,

we will be together again. Until

then, l'll carry you with me,

every moment, every breath,

always my love.
Merry Heavenly Christmas
Hugs & kisses
Wifey
XXX ♥️
Sharon Fletcher
25/12/2025
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Sharon Fletcher
25/12/2025
Never thought I would miss your unique sense of humour. I still have the fridge magnet you gave me, the one about smiling because I'm your sister and laughing because there's nothing I can do about it! I'm happy and proud to have you as a brother. Love you always HB. ♥️ Gxx
Gail Coady
17/10/2025
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Gail Coady
17/10/2025
I never thought l'd be living in a world that feels this empty-one where your voice is only an echo and your presence is just a memory. You weren't just someone in my life... you were my life. My safe place, my anchor, my home.
Now that you're gone, everything feels unsteady, like I'm walking on ground that keeps breaking beneath me. I laugh when I'm supposed to, I smile when the world expects me to-but inside, I'm still shattered in ways no one can see.
The truth is, I haven't been okay since the day you left. I miss you in the quiet moments, in the loud ones, in all the places you should still be. And I know deep down... that ache, that longing-it will never leave me. Because losing you isn't something I'll ever outgrow. It's something I'll carry. for the rest of my life.
I love you, always and forever
Sharon x
Sharon Fletcher
17/10/2025
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Sharon Fletcher
17/10/2025