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Wheldon, Weldon, J.W., civilian, 1941

Photo: James Pasby

In Tynemouth (Preston) cemetery is a headstone which reads:

In memory of
James Wallace
Wheldon
Aged 50 years
Who died as the result
Of enemy action
4th May 1941
Peace perfect peace

He is remembered in North Shields on N34.56 where his name is spelled “Weldon” as is also the CWGC entry.


The CWGC entry for Mr. Weldon

If you know more about this person, please send the details to janet@newmp.org.uk