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Dave Kennington R.I.P.
Thornaby Town and Borough Councillors, the Town Clerk and the Archives team, were truly saddened to hear about the sudden passing of Dave Kennington - a dear friend and former colleague who fought relentlessly for Thornaby on Tees and the town’s proud Yorkshire identity.
Dave was married to his beloved soulmate, Mavis, who died some years ago, and was a devoted father to Paul and Helen and an adored grandfather.
Dave's heartbroken nephew, Pete, recalled growing up together and always being close. He spoke affectionately about his 'brother' and his immense sense of loss. Pete also spoke warmly of so many happy memories whilst sharing a sense of relief that Dave had maintained his dignity when his health deteriorated and that he had died peacefully without suffering.
Dave Kennington was educated at Westbury Street School and later Arthur Head and was Thornaby on Tees through and through. When he left school, he worked as a plater at Head Wrightson, Teesdale, Thornaby on Tees, prior to employment in rig yards working on huge structures designed for North Sea oil and gas exploration.
Dave served as a Thornaby Town Councillor and was part of a team of like minded, born and bred Thornabians who challenged Stockton Council about lack of investment, chronic long term underfunding, and evident disdain for Thornaby’s unique heritage and culture. Dave was therefore proud to support Thornaby Independent Association that presided over the return of the largely derelict Thornaby Town Hall back into the ownership of the community it was built for and was delighted to see the building restored to its former glory.
As Vice Chair and later, as Chair of Thornaby Town Council's Environment Committee, Dave was also deeply involved in securing quality development rather than the usual imposed dross while also shaping policy to preserve and protect the natural environment.
A spokesperson for Thornaby Town Council said: "Dave was a stalwart for our town and was known as a gentleman of utmost integrity and loyalty. He was loved and respected by all who knew him. He was a true patriot in every sense of the often misused word and proudly served in the Territorial Army for many years. And so Dave will be greatly missed and Thornaby Town Council and everyone associated with council offer heartfelt commiserations to Dave's family and grateful thanks for his dedication to his home town. RIP, Dave."
Dave's funeral service will take place at St Bede's Chapel, Middlesbrough Crematorium at 11.00am on 23rd November. Reception following the service at the Freemason's Hall, Roman Road, Middlesbrough. ...
🔥🎆 Enjoy Bonfire Night – but please think of your community.
As Bonfire Night approaches, Thornaby Town Council is asking everyone to celebrate safely, responsibly and with consideration for those around them.
Bonfires and fireworks can put additional pressure on our firefighters and emergency services, particularly when unsafe or unauthorised fires get out of control.
Please think before you light. Keep bonfires controlled, follow firework safety guidance and never leave a fire unattended. Remember that fireworks can also be distressing for elderly or vulnerable residents, young children and pets.
By celebrating responsibly, we can all help keep our community safe and allow our firefighters to respond where they are needed most. ❤️
Have a safe and enjoyable Bonfire Night, Thornaby! 🎇
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REMINDER – Remembrance Sunday 2026
A reminder that Thornaby Town Council’s Remembrance Sunday Parade and Service will take place on Sunday 8th November 2026.
We invite residents, families and members of our wider community to join us as we come together to remember and honour all those who served and sacrificed.
Order of the day:
10:00am – Parade members meet on Cranworth Street, Thornaby-on-Tees, TS17 7DR. Parking will also be available in the top car park of the Queens Club, Westbury Street.
10:15am – Parade assembles on Westbury Street.
10:25am – Parade commences towards the Cenotaph.
10:40am – Remembrance Service and Wreath Laying Ceremony begins at Thornaby Cenotaph, Harewood Pleasure Gardens, Acklam Road, Thornaby-on-Tees, TS17 7JR.
Refreshments provided in the Queen's Club afterwards courtesy of Thornaby Town Council.
Please join us in paying your respects.
We will remember them.
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