Josephine Mewes death notice (née Fenwick) of Cramlington, Northumberland, passed away on 14th May 2026. She was the beloved wife of Richard Mewes, the loving mother of Rachel Curtis, and the devoted grandma of Betsy Curtis — three roles she filled with the full warmth and quiet dedication that defined her.
Family and friends across Cramlington are mourning the loss of Josephine Mewes, remembered as a devoted wife, caring mother and deeply loved grandma whose kindness touched everyone around her.
Her passing has been published among the Newcastle Evening Chronicle death notices, a community gathering to remember one of its own.
The Family at the Heart of Her Life
Beloved Wife of Richard
Josephine was the beloved wife of Richard Mewes. Their marriage was the foundation of her life, and Richard’s loss is one that those who knew them both will feel alongside him deeply.
Loving Mother of Rachel
She is survived by her daughter Rachel Curtis, whom she raised with the devoted, unconditional love that was entirely characteristic of who she was. For Rachel, the loss of her mother is a grief that sits in a category of its own.
Devoted Grandma of Betsy
As Grandma to Betsy Curtis, Josephine held a role that brought her immense joy. The memories Betsy will carry of her Grandma are gifts that will stay with her always — in them, Josephine’s love continues.
Thanksgiving Service and Donations
A Private Thanksgiving Service
In keeping with the family’s wishes, a private Thanksgiving Service will be held for Josephine. It is a personal and meaningful choice — a ceremony of gratitude for the life lived and the love given, held among those who knew her best.
Donations to the British Heart Foundation
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for donations to the British Heart Foundation — a deeply personal tribute that will help fund life-saving cardiac research across the UK.
Donations can be made at Funeral Notices in memory of Josephine Mewes.
Forever Remembered
Josephine Mewes lived a life defined entirely by the people she loved. As a wife, a mother, and a grandma, she gave everything she had — and those she leaves behind carry that love with them now.
Newcastle Chronicle continues to publish family death notices, funeral announcements and obituary tributes from across Newcastle, Northumberland and the wider North East community.
Rest in peace, Josephine — beloved wife of Richard, loving Mum of Rachel, and the most devoted Grandma Betsy could have known.