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ALDERSON August 28, in hospital in Somerset. Ken, aged 77 years, dearly loved dad of Julie, dear father-in-law of Graham, a devoted grandad of William and George. A very dear brother of Ivy and the late Stanley, a loving brother-in-law and uncle. A former employee of J.L. Moore and past fruit and vegetable stall holder in the covered market.

ANDERSON August 24, (peacefully), in Rydal Care Home, (formerly of Copley Bent and Kitchener Street, Darlington). Gladys, (nee Smith), aged 96 years. A beloved wife of the late Robert William and a dearest aunt of Peter. Funeral Monday September 3. Will friends please meet at 10.00 a.m. for a service in Pierremont Methodist Chapel, Darlington, followed by interment in The West Cemetery. Family flowers only.

ANDERSON Donald Suddenly, in hospital on August 23, of Saltburn. Don, aged 70 years. Beloved and cherished husband of Margaret, (nee Fox), dearly loved and devoted dad of Stuart and Richard, loving father-in-law of Katey and proud and dearly loved grandad of Finlay. Funeral service in Emmanuel Parish Church, Saltburn on Monday September 3, at 2.30 p.m. prior to cremation. Will friends please meet at church. Family flowers only please. A collection plate at church for donations in lieu of flowers if so desired for The Vascular Research Fund.

ANDREW August 26, of Bishop Auckland. Dr. John Douglas (Retired), a dear husband and father. Ceremony and cremation to be held in Durham Crematorium at 11.30 a.m. on Tuesday, September 4. By his request, family flowers only.

ARMSTRONG August 23 (in hospital), of Trimdon Village. George, aged 67 years, a dear brother of Jean and a much loved uncle and great-uncle. Funeral service to take place on Monday, September 3. Friends please meet at St. William's R.C. Church, Trimdon Village at 11.00 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.

ASHFORTH August 30, peacefully after a short illness, of Heighington (formerly of Ellingham, Northumber-land). Ena, dearly loved wife of the late Tony, loving mum of Neil and Lindsay, dear mother-in-law of Marie and Tony and a much loved granny of Lottie, Paddy, Becky, James and Laura. Funeral Thursday, September 6. Friends please meet for service in St. Michael's Church, Heighington at 2.00 p.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be sent for Cancer Research UK, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

ATKINSON August 22, peacefully in hospital, of Oban Court, Darlington. Bessie, aged 79 years, beloved wife of the late Joseph and mother of Jeffrey. Funeral Friday, August 31. Relatives and friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 2.45 p.m. Flowers, if desired, may be sent c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

BEASLEY Consett, late of Esh Winning. On August 23, aged 81 years. Elizabeth, (Betty, nee Sokell). Beloved wife of the late Peter, loving mam of Ann and the late Derek, a dearly loved gran of Joanne, Rebecca and Joseph and sister-in-law of Ernie. Will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Friends please meet for service at Mountsett Crematorium, Dipton on Thursday August 30, at 2.45 p.m.

BERNARD August 24, (peacefully), of Valley Close, Tow law, (formerly of South Shields Farm, Cornsay). Joan Elizabeth, aged 59 years. Dearly loved wife of David, loving mother of Lee, mother-in-law of Jeanette, much loved grandma of Lewis and a dear sister-in-law of Catherine. Will friends please meet for service in St. Philip and St. James Church, Tow Law on Friday August 31, at 11.00 a.m. followed by interment. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to, The Multiple Sclerosis Society. All are invited afterwards for refreshments at The Newmarket.

BLADES On August 26 (suddenly in hospital), of Shotton Colliery. Stephen, aged 44 years, beloved son of the late William and Josie and stepson of Tommy, dearly loved by Gillian and family, a dear brother of Billy, Susan and Marlene, also a dear brother-in-law and uncle. Interment Shotton Churchyard Monday, September 3. Family and friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at St. Saviour's Church, Shotton at 11.00 a.m.

BLAND August 24 (suddenly in hospital), of Muirkirk Grove, Darlington. Sharon, aged 47 years, much loved wife to Graham, loving mum to Kelvin and Nicholas, also a dearly loved daughter, sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Funeral Wednesday, September 5. Would friends please meet 11.45 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to the Emma Project.

BOOTH August 27, (peacefully, in hospital), of Booth Walk, Newton Aycliffe. Raymond, aged 76 years. A dearest dad of Barbara, Gerrard and Janet and a dear father-in-law, also a much loved grandad and a dear brother. Cremation Tuesday September 4, at Durham, following a service in The Crematorium Chapel at 3.30 p.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium.

BRODIE August 26, in hospital, of Fulthorpe Avenue, Darlington. Trevor, faithful husband of Irene, beloved dad of Alistair and Neil and a wonderful grandad. Funeral Monday, September 3. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be divided between Trees For Life (www.treesforlife.org.uk) and ITU Darlington Memorial Hospital, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

BROMLEY August 28, after a short illness. Catherine Patricia (Kate), aged 79 years (nee McMullen), of Fir Tree. Beloved wife of Morris, devoted mother to Gerard and the late Paul, dearest sister of Brenda, also a much loved and loving gran and great-gran. Will friends please meet for Requiem Mass in Our Lady and St. Cuthbert's R.C. Church, Crook at 12.00 noon on Wednesday, September 5, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Kate may, if desired, be given for the Weardale Community Hospital.

BROUGHTON Wheatley Hill On August 23 peacefully. Thomas (Tot), aged 76 years, loving husband of Alma, much loved dad of Michael and Angela and will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral to take place Thursday, August 30. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium at 1.30 p.m.

BROWN August 25, of 16 Beech Parade, West Cornforth. Beryl, (nee Cuthbertson), aged 64 years. Beloved partner of the late George, a dearly loved mam of Tracey, Karen and Stephen, a loving mother-in-law and a much loved nana. Would friends please meet in Holy Trinity Church, West Cornforth, Friday for a service at 11.20 a.m. followed by interment in the church yard.

BRUHIN August 24, suddenly in hospital, of Hundens Park Care Home, Darlington, formerly of Tansley Gardens, Darlington. Kathleen (Kay), aged 85 years, beloved wife of the late Robert, sadly missed by Sheila, Paul, Lucy, Dean and Harry. Funeral Tuesday, September 4. Would friends please meet 1.15 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

BRUNSKILL August 29 (after a short illness), of Shincliffe Village. Dr. Raymond Harborough Brunskill, aged 72 years, beloved husband of Mary, a dearly loved dad of Nigel and Jane, a loving father-in-law, a much loved grandpa and a dear brother of Fred and his family. Would friends please meet in St. Mary's Church, Shincliffe Village Thursday for a service at 11.10 a.m., followed by a private committal at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only by request.

BURNETT August 24, peacefully at Hallgarth Nursing Home (formerly of Ushaw Moor). Florence Ada, aged 87 years, beloved wife of the late Robert, loving mother of Robert, a dear mother-in-law of Jennifer and a much loved nana, great-nana and sister. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Friday, August 31 at 9.00 a.m. Friends welcome for refreshments at The Loves, Broompark afterwards. Floral tributes may be sent to N. Alderson Funeral Directors, Flass Terrace, Ushaw Moor.

BUXTON Jill A Thanksgiving Service will be held at Gainford Parish Church on Friday, October 5, at 2.30 p.m.

CANT August 28 (peacefully at home), of 20 High Row, Newfield. George, aged 74 years, beloved husband of Eva, a dearly loved dad of Susan, Alan, David and Stephen, a loving father-in-law and a much loved granda and great-granda. Would friends please meet in St. Peter's Church, Byers Green Monday for a service at 10.40 a.m., followed by committal at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to 'Marie Curie Cancer Care', 164A Front Street, Chester-le-Street, DH3 3AZ.

CASSIDY August 29, of Witton Park. It is with great sadness and regret that Ann, Gillian and Peter wish to announce the death of their father Peter, aged 77 years, the devoted husband of the late Ethel, a dear father-in-law to John and Samantha, a much loved and loving grandad, also a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in St. Paul's Church, Witton Park at 2.45 p.m. on Wednesday, September 5, followed by interment in Witton Park Cemetery. Rest in Peace

CROWTHER August 23, peacefully at Barrington Lodge Nursing Home, Bishop Auckland (formerly of South Church). Hilda, aged 90 years, dear wife of the late Tot, a treasured mam of Les and John, also a much loved mother-in-law and grandmother. Cremation Thursday, August 30 at Durham, following as service in the crematorium chapel at 9.30 a.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium.

DAVEY August 23, suddenly at Oak Lodge Care Home, Darlington, formerly of Westgate Crescent, Darlington. Mary Elizabeth, aged 74 years, beloved wife of the late Jack, much loved mam to Jayne and George, also a dearly loved sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Funeral Thursday, August 30. Would friends please meet 12.45 p.m. for service at Assemblies of God Pentecostal Church, Corporation Road, Darlington, followed by cremation.

DAVISON (Nee Gilliland) August 22, (peacefully, in hospital), of Croft Court, Lanchester. Lily, aged 90 years. Beloved wife of the late John Francis, dearly missed by all of her family. Friends please meet for service at Mountsett Crematorium on Monday September 3, at 12.30 p.m. Family flowers only please, with donations kindly accepted by Willowburn Hospice c/o, Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Langley Park, Durham.

DIXON August 28, of Tow Law. Jean, aged 69 years, beloved wife of Dennis, a much loved and loving mam, mother-in-law, nana and great-nana. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 3.00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 4.

DRYDEN August 23, peacefully, at St. George's Hospital, Middleton St. George. Alma, aged 88 years, dearly loved wife of the late Harry, a much loved sister-in-law of Shirley and aunt of Astrid and Philippa. Funeral Friday, August 31. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 9.15 a.m.

DYE James Ellis (Jim), Warrant Officer RAF Ret'd., aged 84 years, of Richmond, died peacefully in hospital on August 20. Dearly loved husband of Bette, much loved dad of Linda and Patricia and a loving grandad. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday, August 30 at 11.15 a.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium chapel. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations may be given on the plate provided at the crematorium chapel for The Friends of the Friary Community Hospital, Richmond.

ELLWOOD Heather (nee Hope), aged 35 years, of Shirley Terrace, Evenwood, formerly of Cockfield, died suddenly in hospital on August 24. Dearly loved wife of John, loving mam of Caitlin and Sean, much loved daughter of Maureen, stepdaughter of Osy and a very dear niece and cousin. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Cockfield on Friday, August 31 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in the cemetery. Friends please meet at the church.

FOSTER (Chester-le-Street) On August 21 peacefully, formerly of Bishop Auckland and Moorside. Ethel May, aged 89 years, a beloved wife of the late Thomas, much loved and sadly missed by all her loving family. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Monday, September 3 at 11.00 a.m.

FOSTER (nee Stevens) August 29, peacefully in hospital, of Evenwood. Audrey, aged 67 years, dearly loved wife of Norman, much loved mum of Karen, mother-in-law of Paul, adoring nanna of Sophie, Jamie and William and dear sister of Doris. Funeral Thursday, September 6. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 10.15 a.m. Flowers, or donations if preferred for ICU Bishop Auckland General Hospital, may be sent c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

GIBSON (nee Robson) August 24, peacefully at St. Teresa's Hospice, Darlington. Jean, aged 68 years, dearly loved wife of Harold, mum of David and Linda and nana of Andrew. Funeral Friday, August 31. Friends please meet for service in Elm Ridge Methodist Church at 1.15 p.m., followed by interment at West Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be sent for St. Teresa's Hospice, The Woodlands, 91 Woodland Road, Darlington, DL3 7UA.

GIBSON Jean Mum will be drinking coffee with her family in heaven. Missing you mum, forever our chum. Love always, David, Linda, Andrew, Robert and Margaret xxxx.

GILLIE John August 23, (suddenly, at home). Dearly loved husband of Anne, much loved dad of Joanne and Lisa, dear father-in -law of Phill and Richard, also a loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Service and cremation to be held on Monday September 3, at 10.30 a.m. in The Chapel of St. Bede, Teesside Crematorium. Would friends please meet at the crematorium. Floral tributes to H.W. Carter, Stokesley. Tel: (01642) 700208.

GRANT On August 27 - her 58th birthday. Carol Ann, of Kelloe, beloved wife of Peter, loving mam to David, adoring nana to Katie, a dear friend of Julie, a much missed sister of Joan and Colin and a loving cousin and auntie and friend to many. Friends please meet for service at St. Helen's Church, Kelloe on Friday, August 31 at 10.00 a.m., followed by private interment in Kelloe Churchyard.

HARLAND August 26, suddenly in hospital, of Romanby. George, aged 83 years, formerly of Thornton-le-Beans, a dearly loved father and grandfather. Will friends please meet for service in St. Peter's Church, Osmotherley on Tuesday, September 4 at 1.00 p.m., prior to interment. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for Northallerton Bowling Club.

HARROP August 22, Anthony John, a dearly loved dad and grandad, will be sadly missed by his broken hearted family.

HARROP August 22. It is with deepest regret and sadness the Harrop family announce the death of Anthony John, aged 71 years, who died peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family. A devoted husband of Maria, a loving dad of Grace, Alex, Billy Boy, Joanne, Anthony and John Boy and father-in-law to Brian, Linda, Ray, Brenda and Fiona, a loving and loved grandad of Nathan Lee, Coralena, Jade Marie, Martina, Tara, Shelby, Amy Maria, Chelsea, Annaleigh, Chloe, Naomi, Elizabeth Tear and Courtney. Interment Wednesday, August 29 in Bishop Auckland Cemetery. Cortege leaving residence at 2.00 p.m. for a Requiem Mass in St. Mary's R.C. Church, Bishop Auckland at 2.15 p.m. On whose soul sweet Jesus have mercy. R.I.P.

HUDSON Diane (nee Wintersgill), aged 55 years, of Kirkby Fleetham, died peacefully at the Abbey Care Village, Scorton on August 21. Dearly loved wife of Malcolm, much loved mum of Simon and Mark, beloved daughter of Gladys and a dear sister and aunt. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday, August 30 at 2.15 p.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium chapel. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations may be given on the plate at the crematorium chapel for the local Macmillan Nurses (cheques payable to Cancer Care Donated Funds).

HUTCHINSON On August 24, of Eshwood View, Ushaw Moor. Nancy, aged 83 years, beloved wife of the late Tom, a much loved mother of John, Rita, David and Rick, a loving grandma to Jonathon, Kay, Jayne, Peter, Christopher and Brandon and a dear mother-in-law of Christine, Nigel, Angela and Elsie. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Thursday, August 30 at 10.00 a.m. Donations in lieu of flowers may be given after the service for Cancer Research U.K.

JACKSON August 27, peacefully in Ventress Hall, of Branksome Hall Drive, Darlington. Elsie, aged 94 years, dearly loved wife of the late Charles, dear mother of Robert, loving grandma of Melissa and Naomi and special friend of Jan and Steve. Funeral Wednesday, September 5. Friends please meet for service in Cockerton Methodist Church at 12.30 p.m., followed by cremation.

JOHNSON August 29, of Jasmin Court, Gayle. Phyllis, aged 86 years. Beloved wife of the late Ron and a much loved mother of Graham, Eileen and Margaret and a dear mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service at Gayle Chapel, Wednesday September 5, at 12.00 noon, followed by burial at The Methodist Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations if desired for The Air Ambulance and Gayle Chapel.

JOHNSON August 25, of Billy Row, Crook. Albert (Bert), aged 86 years, devoted husband of the late Pearl, a dear uncle and special friend. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 1.30 p.m. on Friday, August 31. By his request, no flowers. Donations in lieu may, if desired, be left for the Air Ambulance at the crematorium.

KNIGHT Jill (Jillyflower and Bunty). Suddenly in hospital on August 26. Jill, of Thirsk, aged 62 years. Loving wife of Roger, dear mother of Paula and Lisa, much adored grandma of Andrew, Hannah and Jake. Private cremation, followed by a memorial service at St. Mary's Church, Thirsk on Tuesday, September 4 at 2.30 p.m. Donations can be left in church for the Herriot Hospice Homecare.

LANGTHORNE Sylvia Mary Beloved wife of the late Alec. Loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Died peacefully at Cherrygarth Residential Home, Thirsk on August 29. Funeral service to be held on Monday, September 3, 10.30 a.m. at St. Mary's Church, Leake, followed by interment. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to, St. Mary's Church, Leake.

LESTER Ronald (Ron) Suddenly, in Westmoor View Nursing Home on August 24, after a long illness bravely fought. Ron, aged 77 years. Beloved husband of Audrey, devoted father of Rita, Paul and Sharon, dear father-in-law of David and Mark, also a cherished grandfather to Matthew. Funeral service and cremation to take place on Tuesday September 4, in The Chapel of St. Bede, Teesside Crematorium at 11.30 a.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium Chapel and afterwards at The Bluebell Hotel. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to Westmoor View Nursing Home. Resting at Relph Funeral Home, 43 Kings Road, North Ormesby, Middlesbrough.

LIDDLE William (Peterlee). Bill, retired Headmaster of Easington C of E School. Died Friday August 24, 2007, aged 82 years. He has left a void in the lives of Freda (nee Bunney, formerly Boyd Jones), son Stephen, granddaughter Katie, daughter-in-law Carolyn and Daniel and Shaun, daughter Janet, son-in-law Ian and grandchildren Leanne and Liam, step son Neil, grandsons Ian, Peter and David, daughter-in-law Mandy and Hannah, Jonathon and Adam, step daughter Lynn, husband Colin and grandchildren, Sarah, Claire and Emma. He will be missed by his many friends and extended family. A loving and well loved special man. Reverend Canon Keith Woodhouse will conduct a service to celebrate Bill's life at St. Mary's Church, Easington Village on Friday August 31, at 9.30 a.m. followed by cremation at Durham. The family would prefer the Coronary Care Trust Fund, James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough to receive donations in lieu of flowers, a box will be placed in church.

LOWES August 30, (peacefully, in hospital), of Etherley Dene, Bishop Auckland. Doreen, (nee Henderson), aged 79 years. A beloved wife of the late George, a much loved mam of Ellaine and a cherished mother-in-law of Ian, a devoted gran to Jonathan and Adam, also a dearly loved sister and sister-in-law to the late Joyce and George Brown and a dear aunt to Christine, Neale and the late Susan. Would family and friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Thursday September 6, at 3.30 p.m.

MacDONALD Thomas William August 24, in The Hawthorns Care Home, Peterlee, (formerly of Victoria Street, Shotton Colliery). Tommy, aged 73 years. A dearly beloved husband of the late Edith, a much loved brother of Maureen, Malcolm and Ian, a dear brother-in-law, also a loving uncle. Cremation Durham Crematorium. Monday September 3. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at St. Saviour's Church, Shotton at 2.45 p.m. All enquiries to, East Durham Funeral Service, Peterlee. Tel: (0191) 5864322.

MacDONALD Thomas William August 24, in The Hawthorns Care Home, Peterlee, (formerly of Victoria Street, Shotton Colliery). Tommy, aged 73 years. A dearly beloved husband of the late Edith, a much loved brother of Maureen, Malcolm and Ian, a dear brother-in-law, also a loving uncle. Cremation Durham Crematorium Friday August 31. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at St. Saviour's Church, Shotton at 2.45 p.m. All enquiries to, East Durham Funeral Service, Peterlee. Tel: (0191) 5864322.

McDONALD Audrey Best friend ever. God Bless, sadly missed Shirley, Jack and Gary.

McDONALD August 29, (peacefully, in hospital after a long illness bravely borne), of Cuthbert Road, West Cornforth. Audrey, (nee Hall), aged 74 years. Beloved wife of the late Norman, a one in a million mam of Carole and Norman, a dearly loved gran of Ashleigh, Adam and Anthony and a great-gran of Kameron, also a dear sister of Mary, Brian and partner Marje and a special friend of Shirley. Would friends please meet for service at West Cornforth Salvation Army Citadel on Tuesday September 4, at 1.15 p.m. followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium Sadly missed by all.

METCALFE August 26, of Spennymoor. Jean, aged 87 years, much loved wife of Frank, loving mother of Thomas, Peter, Keith and Brenda, a dear nana. Friends please meet for service at St. Paul's Church, Spennymoor on Wednesday, September 5 at 1.10 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham at 2.00 p.m.

MITCHELL August 28 (suddenly), of Thistlebout House, Gunnerside. George, aged 74 years, dearly loved husband of Selina, very dear dad of Michele, much loved father-in-law of Mark and loving grandad of Megan. Requiem Mass to be held at St. Joseph and St. Francis Xavier R.C. Church, Richmond on Tuesday, September 4 at 2.00 p.m., followed later by interment at Gunnerside Methodist Churchyard. Family flowers only please, however donations in memory of George, if so desired, may be given at the service for the British Heart Foundation or c/o Simon Barningham, Manor Farm, Grinton, Richmond, North Yorks., DL11 6HL. Will friends please meet at the church and accept this intimation. Requiescat in Pace

MULHOLLAND August 24 (suddenly), of Railway Terrace, Willington (formerly of Darlington). Robert (Bob), aged 67 years, devoted husband of Anne, adoring dad and grandad of Shelley and Lee, Lauren, Dylan, Ethan, Paris and Darcy, also a dear brother and brother-in-law. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Friday, August 31 at 1.00 p.m. No flowers please. Donations in lieu to Coronary Care, Bishop Auckland General Hospital may be left at the crematorium. Forever loved and missed.

NIGHTINGALE August 24, (as the result of an accident) of Shildon. Mark, aged 38 years. A much loved son of Keith and grandson to Ethel, dearly loved brother to John. Funeral Wednesday September 5. Will friends please meet at 10.30 a.m. for a service in The Salvation Army Citadel, Crook followed by cremation at Durham.

O'SHEA August 28, peacefully at home with his family, of Spennymoor (formerly of The Green, West Cornforth). George, aged 70 years, beloved husband of Janette, devoted dad of Leigh Ann, much loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle, special person and close family member of Kay and Jim. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass at St. Charles' R.C. Church, Tudhoe on Friday, August 31 at 1.00 p.m., followed by interment at York Hill Cemetery. Will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

OLIVER August 28, (peacefully, in hospital), of Bainbridge Street, Carrville. Robert, aged 76 years. A beloved husband of Olive. Friends please meet for service at St. Mary Magdalene Church, Belmont on Tuesday September 4, at 9.45 a.m. followed by cremation at Durham.

PETTY August 30 (peacefully in the Freeman Hospital, Newcastle). Olivia Mae, aged nine weeks, much loved daughter of Pamela and Richard, sweet little sister of James, a beloved granddaughter and niece. Will friends please meet at St. Paul's Church, Witton Park on Friday, September 7 at 2.15 p.m., to be followed by interment in Bishop Auckland Cemetery. Donations, if so desired, may be placed on a plate provided in church for the Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA-UK). Night Night little angel.

RAY August 31, peacefully in Southwoods Nursing Home, Northallerton, formerly of Bedale. Violet Mona, aged 79 years, beloved wife of the late Jack, much loved mam of David and the late Jackie. Funeral service to be held at Wycar Methodist Church, Bedale on Thursday, September 6 at 10.30 a.m., followed by interment at Bedale Churchyard.

REYNOLDS August 25, in hospital, of Whinney Hill, Durham. Dennis, aged 76 years, dearly loved husband of Joan and dear dad of Vivien and Keith, loving Gank of Rachel and Rebecca, sadly missed by Shayne, Dave and all the family. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass at St. Cuthbert's R.C. Church, Old Elvet, Durham on Friday, August 31 at 12.15 p.m., interment to follow in South Road Cemetery and all welcome afterwards to Durham Rugby Club. Flowers or donations in lieu, if desired, to the British Lung Foundation, c/o Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Gilesgate, Durham.

RITSON August 28, (peacefully, in her sleep), of Paragon Street, Stanhope, (formerly of Wrekenton). Jane, (Janet), nee Edwards, aged 86 years. Loving mother of Willeen and mother-in-law of Rob. Would family and friends please meet for service at St. Thomas Church, Stanhope on Tuesday September 4, at 9.45 a.m. followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium

ROBINSON August 22 (peacefully, after a short illness). Jean, aged 79 years. Beloved wife of the late Ronnie, treasured mam of Joan and Peter and greatly missed by the whole family. Friends please meet for service at St. Giles' Church, Gilesgate on Wednesday, August 29, at 11.30 a.m. followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please with donations kindly accepted by Cancer Research U.K. c/o, Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Marshall Terrace, Durham.

ROBINSON (nee Lawrence) Isabel, on August 19, aged 89 years, peacefully at Oakleigh Care Home, Godstone, Surrey. Wife of the late John (Jack), dearly loved mother of Ian and Lyn and loving nan and great-nan.

ROBSON August 25 (in hospital), of 3 Shaw Crescent, Middleton-in-Teesdale. Alfred Edward (Alf), aged 87 years, dearly loved father of Cynthia and June and a much loved grandad and great-grandad. Friends please meet for service and interment at St. Mary's Church, Middleton-in-Teesdale on Thurs-day, August 30 at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only; donations may be made in church for the Royal British Legion and Church Funds.

SAYERS On August 24 (suddenly, in hospital), of Newton Aycliffe. Mary, aged 83 years, a much loved mam, gran and great-gran. Funeral Thursday, August 30. Would friends please meet 9.30 am for service at Neville Parade Methodist Church, Newton Aycliffe, prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium. God Bless You

SHARPLES Richard At York Hospital on August 18. Richard, born on August 25, 1928. Funeral details to follow. All enquiries to, Bereavement Services, York Hospital. Tel: (01904) 725392.

SMITH August 25, of Butterby Grange, Spennymoor. Raymond, (Ray), aged 80 years. A dearly loved brother of John and Audrey, a dear cousin of Dot, Barry and family and a loving friend of Aunt Doris. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium Friday for a service and committal at 10.00 a.m. Family flowers only by request.

SNAITH August 24, of Barton Close, Newton Aycliffe. Arnold, aged 67 years, much loved husband to Noreen, loving dad to Mike and Steve, dear father-in-law of Kathryn and Sarah, loving grandad of Rachel, Daniel, Amy and Hollie, also much loved son of Claire and son-in-law of Fred. Funeral Friday, August 31. Would friends please meet 2.15 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

SPIRLET August 24, (peacefully). Annie, aged 93 years, of Langley Park. Dearly loved mother of Michael and the late Eileen, cherished grandmother of Andrew and Sarah. Friends please meet for service at All Saint's Church, Langley Park on Thursday August 30, at 1.00 p.m. followed by interment at Langley Park Cemetery. Family flowers only please, with donations in lieu to All Saint's Church, c/o, Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Langley Park.

TATE (Lanchester) August 24, aged 94 years. Kenneth Thompson, (ex District Commissioner of Durham Scouts and retired Magistrates Clerk). Dearly loved husband of the late Annie, a dear father of David and Dorothy, father-in-law of Eunice and Alan, dear grandad of Kimberley, great-grandad of Melissa. Friends please meet for service in All Saint's Parish Church, Lanchester on Thursday August 30, at 10.15 a.m. prior to cremation at Mountsett Crematorium.

TAYLOR August 28, (peacefully, at home), of Hett Village. Peter, aged 54 years. Beloved husband of Ann, a dearly loved dad of Gary and Ian and a loving son of Ann Taylor. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium Friday for a service and committal at 11.00 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired may be left in the collection plate for 'Cancer Research U.K'.

TAYLOR August 24, of Wolsingham. Evelyn, aged 94 years, beloved wife of the late John (Jack), devoted mam of Joan and Fred, a dear mother-in-law, also a much loved and loving nana and great-nana. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 3.30 p.m. on Thursday, August 30. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may, if desired, be given at the crematorium for Cancer Research or the Mouth and Foot Painting Artists.

TEASDALE August 27, (at home), of Kingsway, Darlington. Glenys, aged 63 years. Much loved wife to George, loving mam to Diane and Denise, devoted gran to Mia, dearly loved mother-in-law to Damian and Steve, also a dear sister-in-law and aunt. Funeral Tuesday, September 4. Would friends please meet 10.45 a.m. for service at Darlington Cremator-ium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu can be made on the day.

THOMPSON August 30, of Sunniside. Olive, aged 85 years, beloved wife of the late Robert (Bob), devoted mam of Margaret and Annette, dear mother-in-law to Alan and Lawrence, a much loved and loving nana of Emma, Paul, Stuart and David, treasured sister of Vera, also a dear aunt. Will friends please meet for service in Wooley Terrace Chapel at 10.00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 5, followed by interment at Tow Law.

THOMSON August 25, (peacefully, in hospital), of Front Street, Sowerby, Thirsk. Dennis, aged 63 years. Beloved husband of Patricia and loving father of Sally and Sara and much loved grandad to Charlotte, Zac and Callum. The funeral service will be held at St. Oswald's Church, Sowerby on Tuesday September 4, at 1.00 p.m. followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory may be made to, Cancer Research U.K.

TODD August 26 (peacefully in hospital, after a short illness), of Aged Miners Homes, Middlestone Moor. Jenny (nee Simpson), aged 87 years, dearly beloved wife of the late Bob, a treasured mam of Glyn and Linda and Elizabeth and Alan, a dear sister and a much loved grandmother of Nikki, Anthony and Lindsay, much loved and missed by all of her family and friends. Cremation Monday, September 3 at Durham, following a service in the crematorium chapel at 3.00 p.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be made for Osteoporosis Research, a plate will be provided at the crematorium.

VASEY Annie Elizabeth Peacefully, in hospital on August 28. Much loved mam of Michael, Christopher and the late Andrew, dear wife of the late Thomas Welham and special mother-in-law of Pat and Linda, loving grandma of Richard, Catriona, Martin, Robert and Philip and dear great-grandma of Nichole, Caenwen, Jessica, Matthew, Daniel and Nathaniel. Funeral arrangements later.

WASON Barbara (Babs), aged 69 years, passed away peacefully after a short illness, on August 27, of Belgrave Street, Darlington. Dearly loved wife of Bill, much loved mam of Stephen, Marie and William, dear mother-in-law of Dianne and Alison and a loving nanna of Sean, Ashley, Owen, Stephen, Anna and William. Funeral Friday, August 31. Would friends please meet for service in St. John's Church, Darlington at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment. Flowers may be sent care of Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington, DL3 9EL. Tel. (01325) 482999.

WEATHERILL On August 21 (peacefully, in hospital), of West House, Tupgill, Coverham, near Middleham. Douglas, (Doug), aged 84 years, dearly loved husband of Margaret, very dear dad of Peter, Alan, Colin and Wendy, a much loved father-in-law, loving grandad and great-grandad. Funeral service to be held at Darlington Crematorium on Friday, August 31, at 11.45 a.m. Family flowers only please, however donations in memory of Doug, if so desired, may be given at the service for I.T.U. Charitable Funds at The Friarage Hospital, Northallerton, or c/o Richard Sanderson, St. Matthews Works, Leyburn, North Yorkshire. DL8 5EG. Will friends please meet at the crematorium.

WIGSTON William Francis (Bill), aged 78 years, of Redford, Hamsterley, died peacefully in hospital on August 25. Loving partner to Joan and a dear cousin. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Monday, September 3 at 2.15 p.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium chapel. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations may be given on the plate provided at the crematorium chapel for Cancer Research UK.

WILKINSON August 23, (suddenly), of Coxhoe. William (Bill), aged 88 years. Beloved husband of the late Jean, dear brother of Mary and the late Kenny, loving uncle to all his nephews and nieces. Funeral Monday, September 3. Will friends please meet for service in St. Mary's Church at 12.40 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Floral tributes may be sent to the Co-operative Funeral-care, Ferryhill.

WILKINSON William (Bill) Peacefully, at his home in Coxhoe. Will be deeply missed by his sister Mary and family in Northern Ireland.

WILKINSON William (Bill) Peacefully, at home. Will be sadly missed by sister-in-law Jean and family in Australia.

WOODFIELD (Belmont) Peacefully in hospital on August 28, after a short illness. Walter Thomas, aged 84 years, dear husband of Jean and the late Mary, much loved father of Robert and daughter-in-law Barbara, dearest grandad to Naomi and Katy. Friends please meet at Carrville Methodist Chapel at 1.15 p.m. on Friday, September 7 for a thanksgiving service, prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Cancer Research U.K., for which donations may be made at the chapel.

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