The service was held at the Dr. Thomas Winterbottom Memorial in Westoe Cemetery, on Hutton Row, at 10.45 on Wednesday, November 10.
Organised by the new community group, South Tyneside’s Deputy Mayor and Mayoress, along with pupils of from Marine Park Primary School and members of the armed forces attended the service.
Wreaths were laid, prays held and a two-minute silence was also observed over the course of the ceremony.
The Friends of Westoe Cemetery have researched the graves of 20 World War One veterans and are hoping to further honour them with history walks around the Victorian cemetery.
5. Remembrance service leader
Father Mark Mahimmey, the Vicar at St Hildas Church, led the service of remembrance. Photo: Frank Reid
6. Laying of crosses
Pupils from Marine Park Primary School laid crosses during the service. Photo: Frank Reid
7. Deputy Mayor
South Tyneside's Deputy Mayor, Cllr Joe Amar, showed his support for the service. Photo: Frank Reid
8. Readings of Remembrance
The secretary of the Friends of Westoe Cemetery, Fay Cunningham, gave a reading as part of the ceremony. Photo: Frank Reid