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ALDERSON October 21 (peacefully), of Crook. Dorothy, (nee Butterfield), aged 84 years, beloved wife of the late Len, dearly loved mam of Jean and Cliff, devoted gran of Julie and Helen, much loved great-gran of Nicole, Jake, Emily, Courtney and Callum. Friends please meet for service in Dawson Street Methodist Chapel, Crook on Tuesday, October 30 at 9.30 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired may be sent to West Lodge Nursing Home, Billy Row, Crook. DL15 9SY.

ANDERSON A Dad is wonderful, so is the name, without one to love life isn't the same. But as long as I live, I shall always be glad, to treasure the memories of the dad that I had. Loved always, Michael x.

ANDERSON Deep in my heart, your memory I keep, nobody knows how often I weep. When in my thoughts lonely and sad, no longer here my life to share but in my heart you are always there. I long for the best love I ever had, I remember the day I met you, the day God made you mine, I'll remember the day I lost you until the end of time. Maybe one day God will tell me why He broke my heart and let you die. My loving husband, my best friend, my rock, I will always love you. Angela xxx.

ANDERSON Fred Sadly missed but never forgotten. Always in our thoughts. Denise and Alfie, nephews Lee, Nick, Wayne and Beverley.

ANDERSON Fred Treasured memories of a dear son-in-law. Peace after pain. One of the best. R.I.P. Your loving mother-in-law Iris.

ANDERSON Fred, a dear cousin. Silent thoughts of times together, hold memories which will last forever. Loved always, Carol, Rufus and family.

ANDERSON Just as you were, you will always be, treasured forever in my memory. Deep in my heart you will alway stay, loved and remembered every day You were the best little brother and best loved. Dora and Gordon.

ANDERSON Never more than a thought away, loved and remembered every day. A much loved uncle. Love Angus, Morag and Fiona.

ANDERSON October 21, peacefully at home, with his family, in Bishop Auckland. Frederick Stuart (Fred), aged 60 years, beloved husband of Angela, devoted dad of Michael, Jeanette and Michelle, dear father-in-law to John, a much loved and loving grandad and great-grandad, also a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in St. Wilfrid's R.C. Church, Bishop Auckland at 11.30 a.m., on Monday, October 29, followed by interment in Bishop Auckland Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may, if desired, be left in church for St. Mary's Football Club and the Macmillan Nurses. After the service, all are invited for refreshment in the Pollards Inn. R.I.P.

ANDERSON Our Grandad was something special, we wanted him to stay But God decided otherwise and took our Grandad away. We will love and miss you always. Lee, Steph, Reece, Jordan and Tiegan xxx.

ANDERSON You had so many pleasant ways, you were so good and true. As long as life and memories last, we will remember you. A loving smile, a heart of gold, no dearer father this world could hold. No longer here our life to share, but in our hearts you are always there. All our love, Jeanette and Michelle xxx.

AYLING On October 17, suddenly but peacefully, in Benkhill Lodge, Bedale. Ronald Angus (Gus), of Northallerton, dearly loved husband of Elisabeth (Liz), a dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle. Funeral service to take place in All Saints' Church, Northallerton on Thursday, October 25 at 1.15 p.m., followed by cremation.

BAILEY October 18 (peacefully in Rydal Care Home). Margaret, aged 96 years, late of Napier Street, Darlington. Beloved wife of the late Albert, loving mam of Keith, Freda and the late Joyce and Colin, mother-in-law of Gudrin and Barry, also a much loved gran and great-gran. Funeral Friday, October 26. Would friends please meet 11.15 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. Floral tributes to be sent to Co-operative Funeralcare, 50 St. Cuthbert's Way, Darlington.

BARNETT October 21, in Parklands Home, Crook. Norah, aged 88 years (formerly King, nee Ramsbottom), a much loved and loving mam, gran and nana. Cortege to leave her daughter's residence in Crook at 10.05 a.m. on Saturday, October 27, for service in St. Catherine's Church at 10.15 a.m., followed by interment in Crook Cemetery. Will friends please meet at church.

BERESFORD On October 19, of Hallgarth Nursing Home, Durham and formerly of Brandon. Tom, aged 88 years, beloved husband of the late Gladys, a much loved dad of Peter and father-in-law of Val, a dearly loved grandad of Lindsay and a loving brother and uncle. Would friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium Chapel on Thursday, October 25 at 11.30 a.m.

BOASE Douglas October 22, peacefully, at Ripon. Douglas Boase aged 89 years (formerly of Longnewton), beloved husband of the late June, much loved father of Simon and Jonathan and loving grandpa of Alex and Megan. Cremation private. The Memorial Service will take place at St. Mary's Church, Longnewton on Monday, October 29 at 3.30 p.m. Donations in his memory may be made to the Parkinson's Disease Society. Plate provided at the service.

BOLSOVER Neville (Solicitor) formerly of Stockton-on-Tees, passed away peacefully, aged 86 years in Christchurch, New Zealand, surrounded by his loving family. Messages to the Bolsover family, 39 Searells Road, Christchurch, New Zealand.

BOWMAN October 25, of Crook, formerly of Frosterley. George Allinson, aged 84 years. Beloved husband of Nancy, devoted dad of Brian, Marion, Ian and the late Laurence, a dear father-in-law, much loved and loving grandad and great-grandad, also a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in Frosterley Parish Church at 1.00 p.m. on Thursday, November 1, followed by interment in the cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be given for Church Funds.

BURTON (Pity Me) Peacefully on October 21, aged 95 years. Sarah, dear wife of the late Frank, much loved mother of Barry, Francis and Richard and also a dear mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. Friends please meet at St. Aidan's Parish Church, Framwellgate Moor at 1.15 p.m., Thursday, October 25 for service, prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium.

CAMPBELL William Francis (Billy), died suddenly in Spain on October 24. Loving husband of Jill, devoted dad to Liam and Niall. Funeral arrangements later.

CANNING (nee Cleminson) October 23, suddenly but peacefully, at home in Shildon (formerly of Darlington and Harro-gate). Christine, aged 82 years. Sadly missed by family and friends. Funeral service Tuesday, October 30, 10.15 a.m. at Darlington Crema-torium. Family flowers only, by request.

CLARK James Russell Jim (Jimmy), retired Cleveland Police Officer, on October 19, after suffering from a brain tumour, passed over in the arms of his darling wife Stella and surrounded by his loving family. Funeral in All Saints' Church, Manfield (near Darlington) on Friday, October 26 at 1.45 p.m., followed by cremation. All are welcome at the George Hotel, Piercebridge to celebrate his life after the service. Family flowers only please. There will be a plate in church for donations, if so desired, for Zoe's Place Children's Hospice. "Tight Lines Clarky". Big licks and woofs from The Bassetts.

COATES October 20 (suddenly at home), of Dean Street, Shildon. Chris, aged 56 years, dearest son of the late Tommy and Sheila, also a dear brother of Joe, David and Soo. Cremation Friday, October 26 at Darlington following a service in the crematorium chapel at 1.45 p.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium.

COXON On October 23, suddenly in hospital. Mary, aged 94 years, formerly of Grape Lane, Crossgate, dear wife of the late Ernest, beloved mother of Maureen, John and the late William (Billy), loving grandmother of Simon and Clare, also a cherished great-grandmother of Rachael. Friends please meet for service at St. Margaret's Church, Crossgate on Wednesday, October 31 at 1.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.

CRUTCHLEY October 22, 2007, peacefully in hospital. Michael, aged 63 years, of Darlington. Loving husband of the late Joyce, much loved dad of Lorraine and Craig, Steven and Tracey, cherished grandad to Katherine, James and Ellie. Thank you for your life and those wonderful memories. Funeral Wednesday, October 31. Would friends please meet 1.15 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired, to the British Heart Foundation.

CUMMINS On October 21, suddenly at Riverside View Care Home, formerly of White Hart Crescent, Darling-ton. Evelyn, aged 92 years, wife of the late Arthur, a dear mother of Carole and mother-in-law of John. Funeral service and cremation to take place at Darlington Crematorium on Monday October 29 at 1.45 p.m. Flowers or donations if desired for the Darlington Branch of Diabetes UK may be sent c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., 59a Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

DOBSON October 24, peacefully at home, of St. Helens Auckland. Greta (nee Sowerby), aged 93 years, dearly beloved wife of the late Robert Stanley (Bob), a much loved mother of John Stanley, a dear mother-in-law, step-grandmother, sister-in-law, aunt and friend to many. Will friends please meet for service in St. Helen's Church at 11.30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 31, followed by interment in West Auckland Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Cancer Research or British Heart Foundation.

DODSWORTH Gertrude, aged 78 years, of Woodside, Leyburn, formerly of Constable Burton, died suddenly at home on October 23. A much loved mother, mother-in-law, gran and great-nana. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Wednesday October 31 at 11.45 a.m. Friends please meet at the Crematorium Chapel. No flowers please, if desired donations may be given on the plate provided at the Crematorium Chapel for the League of Friends, Friarage Hos-pital, Northallerton.

DUNSTONE October 19, died peacefully in her sleep, of Gilesgate, Durham. Mavis, aged 76 years, beloved wife of the late George (Steve) and leaves daughters Jane and Kate. Friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium on Friday, October 26 at 10.30 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to St. Cuthbert's Hospice, c/o Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Marshall Terrace, Gilesgate.

DUTHIE On October 21, peacefully at St. Andrew's Nursing Home, after a very long illness. Lin (Lindsay), aged 92 years, the village chemist in Ushaw Moor for almost 40 years, beloved husband of the late Kath and a much loved dad, grandad and great-grandad. Would friends meet at St. Luke's Church, Ushaw Moor for service on Tuesday, October 30 at 11.00 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium at 12.00 noon. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations in lieu may be given on the plate provided in church for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution.

EAGLETON On October 23, suddenly in hospital. Paul, aged 43 years, of Sacriston (formerly of Durham), dear son of Frank and the late Sylvia, dear brother of Joanne. Will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Friends please meet at St. Peter and St. John's Church, Sacriston at 11.00 a.m., Monday, October 29 for service prior to interment in South Road Cemetery. Family flowers only please by request.

ELTRINGHAM October 25, peacefully in Archery Suite, Abbey Care Village. Irene, aged 90 years, beloved wife of the late Bowmer, dearly loved mum of the late Pauline, mother-in-law to Don, loving nana of Phil and Kath, grandma to Kelly and Kirsty. Will friends please meet in Darlington Crematorium on Monday, November 5 at 11.15 a.m.

EVANS October 21, peacefully. Sylvia, aged 88 years, of Darlington, dearly loved aunt of Joyce, Harrison, Terry and Tom also great-aunt of Stephen, Nigel, Darren and Natalie. Funeral Tuesday October 30. Would friends please meet 11.45 a.m. for service at Darlington Crema-torium. Thanks to the staff at Springfield Care Home.

FRANCIS October 25 (peacefully in hospital), of Sherburn Village. Doreen (nee Wilkinson) aged 73 years beloved wife of the late Harry, a devoted mam of Ann, Kate and Graham, a sadly missed mother-in-law of Jeffrey and Charles, treasured nana of Stuart, Daryl, Laura and Lewis and a dearly missed sister of Elaine. Would friends please meet for service at St. Mary's Church, Sherburn Village on Wednesday October 31 at 11.00 a.m., prior to interment in Sherburn Village Cemetery.

GARTLAND Peter Thomas On October 24, peacefully at home. Peter, aged 56 years, a devoted husband of Lynne, also a much loved dad, father-in-law and grandad. Funeral service to take place in the Chapel of St. Bede, Teesside Crematorium on Wednesday, October 31 at 11.00 a.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium chapel.

GAULT Allan, aged 72 years, of Scotton, Catterick Garrison, died peacefully at home on October 22, after an illness borne with great courage and dignity. Dearly loved husband of Joan, much loved dad of Kevin, Bryan and Catherine and a loving grandad. Funeral service and cremation private at Allan's own request. If desired, donations for Herriot Hospice Homecare may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

GEE October 22, of Holburn Close, Esh Winning. Ernest, aged 81 years, dearly loved husband of Madge, loving father of Avril and Mandy, a dear father-in-law, granda and great-granda, a dear brother of Dora and the late Margaret and Alice and a brother-in-law. Friends please meet for service in Acton Road Methodist Church on Monday, October 29, at 1.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Friends welcome for refreshments at Holburn Close afterwards. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given after the service for Langley Park Care Home Welfare Fund.

GILBERT October 12, of Blagden Grove, Bishop Auckland. Holborn (Gill), aged 82 years, beloved husband of Joan, also a dearly loved father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Friday, October 19 at 3.30 p.m.

GODBOLD October 20 (suddenly) of Ferryhill. Valerie (nee Benson) aged 64 years, beloved wife of the late Chris, a loving mam of Graham and Tony, also a much loved cousin of Anne. Friends please meet for service in Ferryhill Methodist Chapel on Monday October 29 at 12.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Everyone welcome for refreshments in the Masonic Hall following the service.

GREEN October 18, peacefully in hospital, of Malvern Crescent, Darlington. Reg, aged 64 years, sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral Friday, October 26. Friends please meet for service in St. Mary's Church, Cockerton at 12.15 p.m., followed by interment in West Cemetery.

GRIFFITHS Arthur James (Jim) (Retired Police Officer) On October 22, peacefully in hospital. Jim, aged 64 years, of Fairfield, Stockton, a loving husband of Val, a much loved father of Gary and Martin, a dear father-in-law of Diane and Jo, also a much loved grandad of Jack, Emily, Ellie and Ben. Funeral service to take place in Stockton Parish Church on Monday, October 29 at 12.30 p.m., prior to cremation at Teesside Crema-torium. Friends please meet at church. Family flowers only please. Any donations in lieu of flowers may be sent to the Butterwick Hospice, Middlefield Road, Hardwick, Stockton.

GRIFFITHS October 20, at St. George's Hall, Middleton St. George, formerly of Barnard Castle. Irene May, aged 84 years, beloved wife of the late Geoffrey and a sadly missed sister and friend. Funeral Wednesday, October 31. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 2.45 p.m.

HALE On October 17, suddenly after a short illness, at Grange Road, Darling-ton. Gena Walton, aged 85 years, beloved wife of Francis and will be sadly missed by all her friends. Funeral Wednesday October 31. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 1.45 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations may be sent for Macmillan Nurses c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington DL3 7JR.

HARGREAVES (Alderson) October 20, suddenly in hospital. Beatrice, of Ferryhill, dearly loved partner of Joe Alderson, much loved mother of Barry and devoted grandmother to Leah and Lee, loving sister to Rob and mother-in-law to Julie. Will be sadly missed by Joe's daughters Linda and Janice. Family and friends please meet at Durham Crematorium on Monday, October 29 at 10.00 a.m., for service. Sadly missed by all

HARRIS (Gilesgate) On October 18, suddenly. Margaret (nee Nicholson), aged 83 years, devoted wife of the late Bill and much loved mother of Philip and David, also sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral to take place on Friday, October 26. Would friends please meet for service at St. Margaret's Church, Durham at 1.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to The Stroke Associa-tion, Stroke House, 240 City Road, London EC1V 2PR.

HARRISON Newton Aycliffe October 21, in hospital. John, aged 78 years, dearly loved husband of Jean, much loved father of Jeannie, John, Michael and Keith, a much loved father-in-law, devoted grandad, great-grandad and a dear brother. Funeral Monday, October 29. Would friends kindly meet for service in St. Clare's Church at 1.30 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium at 2.30 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu in aid of the British Heart Foundation will be accepted by Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington, DL3 9EL. Tel: (01325) 482999.

HARRISON Gwynedd (Gwyn), aged 83 years, of Little Fencote, died peacefully at home on October 18. Beloved wife of the late Bill, much loved mother of Gordon, dear mother-in-law to Anne, loving grandma of Jane and Jenny, Martyn and Deborah and great-grandma to Maya, Rohan and Harry. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Kirkby Fleetham on Friday, October 26 at 2.00 p.m., followed by private interment. Friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations may be given on the plate provided in the church for Kirkby Fleetham Church Funds.

HARRISON October 19 (suddenly), of West Cornforth. Sid, aged 85 years, beloved husband of the late Connie, loving dad of Susan, dear father-in-law of David, much loved grandad of Linzi and Helen. Friends please meet for service and committal at Durham Crematorium on Friday, October 26 at 10.00 a.m. No flowers by request. Donations in lieu may be sent to the Dogs Trust, c/o Sarah Shreeve, Hill House Lane, Sedgefield, Darlington, DL2 1SL.

HENDERSON On October 18, peacefully passed away, in East Cheshire Hospice, of Poynton, Cheshire, formerly of Howden-le-Wear. Jenny (nee Parkin), aged 93 years, beloved wife of the late Tom, devoted mum of Christine, a dearly loved mother-in-law of Bryan, also a treasured nana of Stephanie Emma. Would friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Friday, October 26 at 3.00 p.m. Refreshments afterwards at Mount Oswald Golf Club. All welcome. All enquiries to Co-operative Funeral Care, Sherburn Hill. Tel (091) 3720283.

HOGARTH October 25, of Simpson Terrace, Rookhope. Edith Joan (nee Sanderson), aged 69 years, dearly loved wife of Syd, loving mother of Stuart and Gary and mother-in-law and nana. Will friends please meet for service in St. Thomas' R.C. Church, Wolsingham on Wednesday, October 31 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to the British Heart Foundation. All are welcome afterwards for refreshments at Rookhope Working Men's Club. R.I.P.

HORNER nee Denham Amanda, aged 41 years, died fighting courageously with lots of laughter on October 22, of Staindrop (originally of Shildon). Loving mother of Victoria, beloved daughter of June and the late Peter, much loved sister of Sally Anne and Andrew and will be sadly missed and loved by all. Funeral Friday, October 26. Would friends please meet for service in St. Mary's Church, Staindrop at 12.00 noon, followed by private cremation. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, may be sent for Cancer Research UK or The Macmillan Nurses, care of Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington, DL3 9EL. Tel. (01325) 482999.

HUDSON Florence Kathleen On October 22, peacefully in hospital. Flo, aged 89 years, of Darlington. Dearly beloved wife of the late Jim, much loved mam of John and Ken, mother-in-law of Linda and Pat, adored nana of Kay. Funeral Tuesday, October 30. Would friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 11.15 a.m., prior to cremation.

HUTCHINSON On October 17, at home, of Langley Moor, Durham. Joe, retired Dental Surgeon, aged 82 years, dearly loved husband of Betty, loving father of Janet, Barbara and Kate, much loved grandfather of Chris, Caroline, Andy, Stephanie, Pete and Joe. Cremation private. Friends please meet for Service of Thanksgiving at Elvet Methodist Church, Durham on Thursday, October 25 at 11.00 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Elvet Methodist Church Project (Cambodian Street Children).

JENKINSON On October 18 (suddenly at home, in Darlington). Thomas (Tommy), aged 77 years, a loving brother and uncle. Will friends please meet for service on Monday, October 29, Darlington Crematorium at 10.45 a.m. Family flowers only by request.

JOHNSON October 8, of Greenside Place, Crook. Maurice, aged 82 years, beloved husband of the late Vera, a dear father, grandfather and great-grandfather and a very dear friend. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Friday, October 26 at 1.00 p.m.

KING Joseph Colin October 23, suddenly. Colin, aged 80 years, of Northallerton. Dearly beloved husband of Vera, much loved dad of Michael, father-in-law of Josephine, adored grandpa of Sam, Harry and Ben, special brother of Violet. Funeral Tuesday October 30. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass in Sacred Heart R.C. Church, Northallerton at 10.30 a.m., prior to interment. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Alzheimers Society c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington DL3 7JR.

LAWS October 23, peacefully in hospital, of Spennymoor. Joan (nee Torrison), aged 81 years, beloved wife of the late William (Bill), dearly loved daughter of the late Tom and Ethel, a dear sister-in-law of Marjorie and Mary, also loving aunt of Stephen, Sharon, Scott, Leah, Kathryn, Paul, Adam and Chloe. Would family and friends please meet for service at St. Paul's Church, Spennymoor on Wednesday, October 31 at 1.45 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.

LAWS On October 23, peacefully in hospital, of Hall Lane Estate, Willington (formerly of Brandon). Olive (nee Stock), aged 82 years, beloved wife of the late Eddie, much loved mam of Jean and Garry, mother-in-law of Ron and Helen, a devoted nanna of Helen, Leanne, Katie, Natalie, Rebecca and Bethany and a dear sister and sister-in-law. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday, October 31 at 11.30 a.m. Floral tributes may be sent to N. Alderson Funeral Director Ltd., Flass Terrace, Ushaw Moor, Durham. Friends welcome for refreshments at The Loves, Broompark afterwards.

LITTLEFAIR October 16, 2007, suddenly at home. Thomas, aged 68 years, dearly loved husband of Joyce, loving dad to Philip, Steven, Simon and Karen, much loved grandad, also sadly missed by his brother George and sister-in-law Carole. Funeral Thursday, October 25. Would friends please meet 10.45 a.m., for service at St. Andrew's Church, Haughton followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium.

LUNN October 23, 2007, peacefully in hospital. Phyllis, aged 95 years, loving wife of the late William (Bill), much loved mam of Muriel, Joyce and Brenda, dearly loved mother-in-law, also a sadly missed nana and great-nana. Funeral Wednesday, October 31. Would friends please meet 11.15 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

McMANNERS October 18, peacefully in The Fields Rest Home, Etherley (late of Ferryhill). Winifred, aged 95 years, dearly beloved wife of the late James Edward, loving mother of John, James and Robert, mother-in-law to Gina, Margaret and Stefa, also a dearly loved grandmother. Will friends please meet for service in St. Cuthbert's Church, Etherley at 2.20 p.m. on Friday, October 26, followed by cremation at Durham.

MORGAN October 20, of Northumberland Avenue, Willington, late of Page Bank. Dorothy, aged 92 years, beloved wife of the late Albert, loving mother of June and Robert, dear mother-in-law of Ken and Mary, devoted gran of Paul, Stephen, Rachel and Kaye and great-gran of Molly, loving sister of Marion and also a dear aunt and great-aunt. Friends please meet for service at St. Stephen's Church, Willington on Friday, October 26 at 2.30 p.m., interment to follow. Dorothy will be received into church on Thursday, October 25 at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to St. Stephen's Church Funds. All are welcome for refreshments afterwards at the Victoria Club.

PARKER Pamela Leslie On October 20, peacefully in hospital. Pam, aged 71 years, of Morden. Dearly beloved wife of John, much loved mum of Andrew and Susan, mother-in-law of Lesley and Steve, adored gran to the four boys. Funeral Monday, October 29. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 3.45 p.m., prior to cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Harbinson House Surgery, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., 59a Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

QUINNEN October 17, 2007, peacefully in Oak Lodge Nursing Home. Margaret, aged 83 years, loving daughter of the late Hannah and William, beloved sister of the late Frances, a much loved friend of Pauline and Doreen. Funeral Tuesday, October 30. Would friends please meet 9.30 a.m. for service at St. Anne's R.C. Church, Darlington, followed by burial in the West Cemetery.

RICHARDSON Harry, aged 82 years, of Quorn, formerly of Darlington, a beloved brother and uncle, holder of Imperial Service Medal. Always in our thoughts. Your sister Emma and families

RIGLAR October 20, suddenly in hospital. Madge, aged 91 years, of Hargreave Terr ace, Darlington, beloved wife of the late Harry, a dearly beloved mother of Bill and Diana, a loving nana of Julie and Anthony, also great-gran of Matthew and Andrew. Funeral Monday, October 29. Would friends please meet 10.30 a.m. for service at the West Cemetery Chapel, prior to burial in the West Cemetery, Darlington.

SALISBURY Margaret Anne On October 18, suddenly in her sleep. Margaret, aged 55 years, of Haughton, Darlington. A dearly loved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter and friend. Will be sadly missed. Funeral Friday, October 26. Would friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, Darlington at 9.45 a.m., prior to cremation. Floral tributes may be sent c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., 59a Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

SALISBURY Margaret Anne 3.11.51 - 18.10.07 Until recently at Darlington College Childcare Centre where she gave 18 years loyal service. And now we rise and we are everywhere. A very special friend. Pam.

SCOTT October 17, 2007, in hospital, Joan, aged 80 years, formerly of Coniscliffe Road, Darlington, much loved auntie of Malcolm and Barbara, also missed by Daniel. Funeral Friday, October 26. Would friends please meet 9.15 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

SIBBALD October 22 (peacefully), of Bishop Auckland. Martha (nee Duff), aged 86 years, beloved wife of the late Tom, dearly loved mum of Rob and the late Elizabeth, also a much loved grandma and great-grandma. Friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, South Church on Tuesday, October 30 at 12.00 noon, followed by private cremation.

STARVIS John Robert, aged 75 years, of Richmond, died peacefully in hospital on October 21. Fondest brother to Peter, Gerald and Alan, brother-in-law to Sheila, Pam and Mavis, much loved uncle to Katrina, Yvette, Stephen and Samantha and great-uncle to Arthur Ellwood. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Richmond on Monday, October 29 at 1.30 p.m., followed by private cremation. Friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations for the Stroke Association may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

STEEL On October 21, peacefully in hospital, of Moor Crescent, Gilesgate. Sidney (Sid), aged 78 years. Beloved husband of Iris, dearly loved dad of Gordon and a much loved grandad of Andrew and Anne-Louise and a loving great-grandad to Lacey. Sadly missed by all the family. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Thursday, October 25 at 2.30 p.m.

STEPHENSON October 23 (suddenly), of Gateways, Wolsingham. John (Jack), aged 79 years, dearly loved husband of Jenny, loving father of Susan and David, Michael and Julie, and David and a much loved grandfather of Andrea, Daniel and Georgina. Will friends please meet for service in Wolsingham Parish Church on Tuesday, October 30 at 2.00 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to the church.

THOMPSON On October 26, of Dale Street, Ushaw Moor. Maureen (nee Conroy), aged 67 years, a dearly loved wife of Ian and a much loved mam of Philip and Pamela. Friends please meet for service in St. Joseph's R.C. Church on Thursday November 1 at 11.15 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Donations in lieu of flowers may be given after the service for Cancer Research U.K. and the Macmillan Nurses. Friends welcome for refreshments in the Catholic Club after wards. On whose soul sweet Jesus have mercy. R.I.P

THOMPSON Phyllis, of High Etherley (formerly of Hamsterley Forest), died peacefully in hospital on October 20, aged 81 years. Beloved wife of the late Billy, much loved mam of Trevor, Yvonne, Keith, Jacqueline and Wendy, a dear mother-in-law and a loving and devoted nanna and great-nanna. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium Chapel on Friday, October 26 at 11.45 a.m. Friends please meet at the Crematorium. Family flowers only please, if desired donations for Cancer Research U.K., a plate will be provided at the Crematorium Chapel.

TURNBULL (Ludworth) October 17, peacefully in hospital. William (Bill), aged 87 years, a devoted husband of the late Mary, much loved dad of Malcolm, John, Jimmy, Joseph, Pat, Ann and the late Pauline, also a loving father-in-law, granda and great-granda. Funeral to take place on Thursday October 25. Friends please meet for service at St Cuthbert's Church, Shadforth at 1.30 p.m., followed by interment in Shadforth Cemetery and afterwards at Ludworth Community Centre. Bus provided from residence. "At Peace"

TURNBULL October 18, peacefully, of Elvet Crescent, Durham. June, aged 75 years, beloved wife of Lionel. Friends please meet for service at St. Oswald's Church, Durham on Monday, October 29 at 11.15 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please, but donations kindly accepted by St. Cuthbert's Hospice, c/o Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Marshall Terrace, Gilesgate.

TURNER Darlington October 16, peacefully in hospital after a short illness. Len, in his eightieth year, beloved husband of Heather, dear father of David and Jane, dear brother-in-law of Hazel, much loved father-in-law to Chris and Chris and a dearest grandad to Louise, Matthew, Helen and Hannah and great-grandad to Tyler. Funeral Friday, October 26. Would friends kindly meet for service in Darlington Crematorium 2.15 p.m. Floral tributes if so desired, or donations in lieu in aid of the Great North Air Ambulance will be accepted by Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington. DL3 9EL. Tel. (01325) 482999.

WALKER October 18, peacefully after a long illness, of Newcastle Terrace, Framwellgate Moor. Peter, aged 67 years, beloved husband of Doreen, a much missed dad of Deborah and Amanda, a much loved grandfather of Cheryl, Jack and Skye and sadly missed by Andrew. Friends please meet for service at St. Aidan's Church, Framwellgate Moor on Wednesday, October 24 at 10.15 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.

WATSON Kenneth Kenneth, aged 77 years, of Darlington, on October 20, 2007. Much loved husband of June, dear father of Kathryn and Rebecca, father-in-law of Jamie and loving grandpa of Harry and Freddie. Funeral service at St. Augustine's Roman Catholic Church, Darlington on Thursday, October 25 at 3.15 p.m., followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, to the ITU, Darlington Memorial Hospital, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., 59a Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

WELDON October 20, formerly of Tweed Road, Spenny-moor. Edward (Ted), aged 83 years, beloved husband of the late Olive, a dearly loved dad of Ray, dear father-in-law of Edna, a much loved grandad of Sarah and a dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle. Would friends please meet in St. Charles R.C. Church, Tudhoe Village Thursday for a service at 2.00 p.m., followed by interment at York Hill Ceme tery.

WHITFIELD Joseph Joe, aged 89 years, peacefully in hospital on October 23. Beloved husband of the late Janet, dearly loved dad, father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. Funeral Tuesday, October 30. Would friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 1.15 p.m., followed by cremation.

WILKINSON On October 20, peacefully in hospital. Leslie (Les), aged 78 years, of High Shincliffe. Dearly loved husband of Alma, dear uncle to John and Jennifer, loved and remembered always by Pauline. Cortege to leave the residence for service at St. Mary's Church, Shincliffe Tuesday, October 30, 11.30 a.m., prior to interment at St. Mary's Churchyard.

WINTER On October 17, peacefully (of Shadforth). John (Jacky), aged 78 years, a dear dad of Sally, Sarah and John, stepfather to Paul, Pelleren and Peter Hodges and a sadly missed grandad. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday, October 24 at 2.00 p.m. All welcome afterwards at The Plough, Shadforth.

WOJCIK October 23 (peacefully), of Woodhouse Lane, Bishop Auckland. Catherine (Katy, nee Dawson), aged 84 years, a dearly beloved wife of the late Jan, a dearest mother, mother-in-law, gran and aunt. Private cremation on Thursday, November 1 at Durham, following a Requiem Mass in St. Mary's R.C. Church, Bishop Auckland at 10.15 a.m. Friends please meet at the Church. If so desired donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Butterwick Hospice, Bishop Auckland. Will be sadly missed R.I.P.

WRIGLEY Rita On October 10, peacefully after a long illness. Rita (nee Ryles), aged 83 years, of Darlington, dearly loved wife of the late Charlie, much loved mum of Gordon and Jenny, mother-in-law of Sylvia and Dave, also a loving nana and great-nana. Will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Goodnight, God Bless. Funeral service and cremation to take place at Darlington Crematorium on Tuesday, October 30 at 10.45 a.m. Friends please meet at crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Parkinson's Disease Society.

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