Discover the compelling story of a family's resilience amidst the challenges of their time. At Our Roots Are What Make Us, we believe every ancestor has a tale worth preserving, and the Aldersons of Wallsend & South Church are no exception. Join us as we bring their past to life, ensuring their memory is never forgotten.

Robert Alderson & Clara Henderson

Alderson, Robert - Born on 15 May 1930 in Wallsend, Northumberland.

Arthur Alderson & Sarah Thompson

Alderson, Arthur - Born on 12th April 1900 in South Church, Durham.

Son of William Alderson and Mary Green.

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He married Sarah Thompson in 1928 in Wallsend, Northumberland.

They had three children.

• Robert Alderson 1930–2005

• Edith Alderson 1932–Living

• John Alderson 1935–Living

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Arthur passed away on 5 July 1980 in South Shields.

William Alderson & Mary Green

Alderson, William - Born in 1870 in Durham.

Son of John Alderson and Elizabeth Smith.

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William married Mary Green in 1895 at Wallsend, Northumberland.
They had two children.

• Arthur Alderson 1900–1980

• Eleanor Alderson 1902–1975

William worked as a shipbuilder in Wallsend.

William passed away in 1945 in Wallsend.

John Alderson & Elizabeth Smith