Well known and well liked local businessman, Malcolm Riley, 77, owner of The Motorshop, sadly passed away on Sunday 29 January in Darlington Memorial Hospital with his partner, Sharon by his bedside.
Malcolm was born in Morcambe. His first motor shop was in Bowburn. He opened his shop in Cheapside in 1979. He met Sharon Goldsborough 25 years ago and she has been his loyal companion ever since.
Malcolm worked in his motorshop six and a half days a week, including bank holidays. Sharon convinced him to close altogether on a Sunday just a few years ago.
He sold the shop three years ago to Sean who has been like a member of the family since he was 11 years old. Malcolm taught Sean everything about the business.
Shortly after he retired, ill health took over. He developed kidney disease which he fought long and hard until the end.
Shildon & District's local community newspaper.






