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David Porteous Obituary
Porteous (South Shields) Peacefully at home on June 7th, aged 94 years. David (Retired Maths Teacher at Laygate, Redwell and Mortimer Road Schools) Beloved husband of the late Kathleen, father of Keith and Colin, grandad of Megan and Rowan and great grandad of Heidi, Robert and Arthur. Funeral service will take place in St Michael and All Angel's Church, Westoe on Thursday June 18th at 12.15pm prior to cremation in South Shields Crematorium at 1pm. No flowers by request, donations in lieu to Cancer Research UK.
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April 1, 2018
A truly great teacher. He was gifted with the ability to everything he explained clear and it was inspirational to listen to him. We have lost a very nice man and a real gentleman.
November 22, 2015
He was an absolutely lovely teacher and I could never have achieved anything without his support and faith in me.. I owe him my career.
August 1, 2015
A gifted teacher who made maths and computer studies so easy. LOVED his lessons ....a lovely gentleman who cared and wantwant
June 18, 2015
One of the few good Teachers at Redwell
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June 17, 2015
Great teacher at Redwell RIP x
June 13, 2015
great teacher at mortimer comp remembered always
June 13, 2015
lovely teacher, lovely man, rest in peace you can count the stars now, xx
June 12, 2015
Proper gentleman will be missed love careline carers xx
June 11, 2015
Special music teacher. Merry England & Mikado. X
June 11, 2015
remember him well. great teacher. rip.
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June 11, 2015
Great teacher at redwell. Loved your maths lessons
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