This is The North East | Personal Announcements

ALDERSON On November 12, suddenly at home, of Bishop Middleham. Terence (Terry), aged 67 years, much loved husband of Judith, also a loving dad of Jon and Mark. Would friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Monday, November 19 at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only

ANDERSON On November 9, died suddenly in hospital. Ron, aged 75 years of Newton Aycliffe, dearly loved husband of Edna and much loved dad, grandad and great-grandad. Funeral service Tuesday, November 20, 9.45 a.m. at St. Clare's Church, Newton Aycliffe prior to cremation at Darlington Cremat-orium. Family flowers only please. Donations (if so desired), to The British Heart Foundation.

ASHTON November 11, peacefully in hospital, of Parkside, Darlington. Charlie, aged 84 years, much loved husband to Annie, also a dearly loved dad, father-in-law, grandad, great-grandad and great-great-grandad. Funeral Tuesday, November 20. Would friends please meet 1.00 p.m. for service at St. Columba's Church, Darlington followed by cremation.

BALMER November 14, (suddenly), of Bridge Street, Bishop Auckland. Gary, aged 53 years. Dearly loved son of Una and the late Ken, a dearest father of Alex and Zoe and step father to Paula, Lesley and Holly, also a dear brother and uncle. Cremation Wednesday November 21, at Durham. Following a service in The Crematorium Chapel at 12.00 noon. Friends please meet at the crematorium.

BARKER Alan On November 12, suddenly at home, greatly loved husband of Vera (Veronica), dearly loved and only son of Rachael and the late Sid. Funeral arrangements to follow.

BICKLEY November 8, suddenly. Keith, aged 46 years, of Shildon. Much loved dad of Hayley and Mark, also a dear son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and a good friend to many. Will friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 2.15 p.m. on Thursday, November 15. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be left at the crematorium for the Heighington Scout Group. All friends are invited to meet afterwards at the Jubilee Fields Community Centre, Shildon.

BLACKETT November 11, of Bourne Way, Willington. Martha, aged 91 years, beloved wife of the late Stephen, loving mother and mother-in-law of June and Arthur, devoted nan of Stephen and Andrew and grandmother-in-law of Mhoira and Tracey, great-grandmother of Samantha, Tony, Jonathan and Nikita and great- great-grandmother of Ellie. Friends please meet for service at St. Stephen's Church, Willington on Monday, November 19 at 1.45 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham.

BLACKETT November 8, peacefully in hospital. Nora, aged 87 years, of Fountains View, Darlington. Wife of the late Maurice Blackett and dearly loved mother of Phillip, Brian, Paul and the late David and Kenneth. A much loved mother-in-law and grandmother, who will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Service takes place on Thursday, November 15 at 2.45 p.m. at Darlington's West Cemetery Crema-torium.

BOSTOCK November 14 (suddenly at home), of Wood Vue, Spennymoor. Jean (formerly Berry, nee Nesbitt), aged 76 years, beloved wife of the late Jim, a dearly loved mam of Kevin, William and the late Alvyne, a loving mother-in-law, grandma, great-grandma and great-great-grandma, a very dearly loved sister of Carole and the late Robert and sister-in-law of Margaret and Alan. Would friends please meet at Saltwell Road South Crematorium, Gateshead, Tuesday for a service and committal at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired may be left in the collection plate at the crematorium for The British Heart Foundation.

BOWES November 9, of South Street, Sunnybrow. Ethel, aged 73 years, beloved wife of the late Ronnie, loving mother of Denise, Stuart, Julie and John, dear mother-in-law of Charles, Amanda and Liz, devoted gran of Alex, Matthew, Jaimie, Harrison and Aidan, also a dear aunt and sister-in-law. Friends please meet for service at St. Stephen's Church, Willington on Friday, November 16 at 10.45 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham. All are welcome for refreshments afterwards at South Street residence.

BOYDEN Media Bertha (Pat), aged 77 years, of Oak Tree Court, Colburn, formerly of Woodcock Drive, Scotton, died peacefully on November 13. Much loved mum of Allan and Derek, very dear mother-in-law to Christine and Marian and loving grandma of Duncan and Sarah. Funeral service at St. John's Church, Hipswell on Wednesday, November 21 at 10.30 a.m., followed by cremation at Darlington. Friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations for St. Teresa's Hospice may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

BURKIN Lilian (nee Vickers) Peacefully, at home on November 6. Lilian, aged 91 years. Loving mother of Dorothy and Don, also daughter-in-law to Maureen and much loved nana. Funeral service to be held on Monday, November 19, at 12.30 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ and Latterday Saints, Darlington followed by interment at North Cemetery.

BURKITT Eric Aged 90 years. November 11, 2007. Peacefully after a long illness. Formerly Consultant Phychiatrist at Darlington Memorial Hospital. Funeral service at Lawnswood Crematorium Leeds on November 22, at 3.00 p.m. Donations in lieu of flowers to, The Woodland Trust, Dysart Road, Grantham.

BURY November 11, (peace fully, in hospital). Denis, of Hutton Rudby. Dearly loved husband of Moira and loving father of Elspeth, Karen, Sharon and Steven, a dear father-in-law and grandad. Funeral service to take place in All Saint's Church, Rudby, 11.00 a.m. Thursday November 22, followed by cremation. Family flowers only. Donations if wished may be given for church funds.

CAVE Edna (nee Bowes) In hospital on November 14, of Peterlee (formerly of Wheatley Hill). Edna, aged 74 years, dearly beloved wife of Jimmy, much loved mam of Lynn and Jim, dear mother-in-law, also treasured grandmother and great-grandmother. Cremation Durham Crematorium on Wednes-day, November 21. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at All Saints' Church, Wheatley Hill at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to The Stroke Society. All enquiries to East Durham Funeral Service Ltd., Peterlee. Tel (0191) 5864322.

CHAPMAN November 3, suddenly in hospital. Hilda Maude (nee Marwood), aged 85 years, of Moulton. Beloved wife of the late Arthur, very dearly loved mum of Shirley and son-in-law Ralph and a devoted and much loved nana to James, Philip and Sophie. Private family funeral service at Darlington Crematorium to be followed at a later date by an open Memorial Service (to be announced). Donations in lieu of flowers for The Stroke Association, may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

CHESTER November 9, 2007. Peacefully in hospital. Brian, aged 61 years, of Newton Aycliffe, (formerly of Shildon). Much loved dad to Kevin, Craig, Michelle and Garry, loving grandad, brother and friend. Will be sadly missed by all. Funeral Friday November 16. Would friends please meet 1.30 p.m. for service at St. Clare's Church, Newton Aycliffe, followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired to, MacMillan Cancer Care.

CLARK George On November 14, peacefully at home. George, aged 52 years, of School Aycliffe. Dearly beloved husband of Patricia, much loved dad of Paul and Kate, father-in-law of Linzi and Stuart, stepdad to Lisa and Stephanie, adored grandad to Isobel and William, a greatly loved son of Irene and brother of Audrey. Funeral Friday, November 23. Would friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, Aycliffe Village at 11.00 a.m., prior to private interment. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Cancer Research UK, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

CLARK If roses grow in Heaven, pick a bunch for me. Place them in Wayne's arms and tell him they are from me. Tell him I love him and miss him and when he turns to smile, place a kiss on his cheek and hold him for a while. Because remembering him is easy and I will do it every day, but there's an ache within my heart that will never go away. Love you always babe, Kelly xxx

CLARK Mam and Dad up above, give our Wayne all our love. God Bless. Aunty Barbara, Uncle John and family.

CLARK No words can explain how much we're going to miss you. God Bless you Wayne. Love you always. Claire, Gary, Georgia, Matthew, Michelle, Owen and Stacey.

CLARK November 12, tragically, of Crook. Wayne (Clarkie), aged 19 years, devoted son of Lizzie and Craig, Sean and Sandra. Beloved brother to Danni, Aidan and Sam, dearest stepbrother, treasured boyfriend of Kelly, also a loving grandson, nephew and cousin. Will friends please meet for service in St. Catherine's Church, Crook at 2.30 p.m. on Friday, November 16, followed by cremation at Durham. Football shirts/casual clothing to be worn. Goodnight, God Bless.

CLARK Wayne A dearly loved nephew and cousin. Will be sadly missed and always in our thoughts. Uncle Peter and Aunty Ruth, Michelle and Philip, Anthony, Connor and Nicole.

CLARK Wayne In loving memory of Wayne. An awesome friend whose cheeky smile and great sense of humour made him the life and soul of the party. We will miss you 'Mr. Fahrenheit'. Love Pete, Stix, Dave, Doc, Bob and Cottle (Magaluf 2006).

CLARK Wayne Much loved and treasured grandson and nephew. Wayne, you were the best and will be sadly missed. Goodnight, God Bless. Grandma and Granda and Dale and Helen xx

CLARK Wayne Night Night, God Bless. Stephen, David and Jess.

CLARK Wayne Sleep tight. Love, Uncle Alan, Sam and Charlotte.

CLARK Wayne, a much loved and special nephew and cousin. Will love and remember you always. Uncle George, Auntie Annette, Shane, Tiffany and Shannon xxxxx.

CLARK Wayne, we promise you that we will do our best to take care of your mam, Craig and Danni always. Lisa, Nikki and Robbie.

CLARK Words cannot describe the tragic loss of someone so young and full of life. Rest in peace Wayne. You will be missed so much by everyone. Deepest sympathy to Liz, Craig and Danni. With our love always. Andrew, Jill, Ian and families.

CUBELLO November 9 (in hospital, after a long illness), of Coxhoe (formerly of Newton Aycliffe). Salvatore (Sal), aged 74 years, devoted husband of Amy, much loved dad of Kathrine, Rose, Tony and Domenico, a loving grandad of Lee and Natasha, father-in-law of Mandy. Family and friends please meet for service at St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Coxhoe on Friday, November 16 at 10.30 a.m., followed by private interment. Will be sadly missed by all family and friends.

DAVIES (Gilesgate) Suddenly, at home on November 9, aged 77 years. Margaret, beloved wife of the late Alan, much loved mam of Aileen and Alan, also a dearly loved grandma to all the family. Will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Friday November 16, at 10.00 a.m.

DAWSON Frederick (Pop) Peacefully in hospital after a long illness bravely borne. Fred, aged 80 years, of Thornley. Loving father of Beryl and Robert, dear father-in-law of Keith and Alison, much loved grandfather of Louise, Craig and Andrea, also Stan, Claire and Christopher, great-grandfather of Jack, also a dear brother. Funeral service will take place on Thursday November 15, at 1.00 p.m. in Thornley Methodist Chapel, prior to burial in Thornley Cemetery. Will family and friends please meet at chapel. Any enquiries to Co-operative Funeralcare, Wheatley Hill. Tel: (01429) 820111.

DILL November 8, of Shildon. Mary Boyle, aged 84 years, devoted wife of John, beloved mum to June and stepmam of Pat, also a dear mother-in-law, grandmother, sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Cortege to leave her daughter's residence in Darlington at 1.00 p.m. on Friday, November 16 for service in Darlington Crematorium. Will friends please meet at the crematorium. No flowers by request. Donations in lieu may be left for Alzheimer's Research.

DUGDALE November 11, (peace fully, in hospital), of Hilton Road, Bishop Auckland. Norma, (nee Jackson), aged 64 years. Dearly loved wife of George, a loving mam of Billy, Malcolm and Margaret, a dear mother-in-law and devoted grandma and great-grandma, also a loving sister and aunt. Would friends please meet for service in St. Anne's Church, Bishop Auckland on Thursday November 15, at 2.00 p.m. followed by interment in Bishop Auckland Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if so desired to, The Amenities Fund, Ward 2, Bishop Auckland General Hospital.

EVERITT November 11 (suddenly), of Kirkley House Farm, Wolsingham. Roland (Roly), aged 73 years, dearly loved husband of Elaine, loving father of Claire, Dawn and James, much loved granda of Rachael, Michael, Rebecca and Paul. Will friends please meet for service in Wolsingham Parish Church on Thursday, November 22 at 10.30 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. All are invited afterwards for refreshments at the St. Anne's Centre where a plate will be available for donations in lieu of flowers to The Heart Foundation.

FEATENBY November 15, (peace fully, after a long illness patiently borne), late of Alcott Grove, Shotton Colliery. Julia, (nee Richardson), aged 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Robert, a loving mam of Laura and Bill, mother-in-law of Dixon and Denise and much loved grandma and great-grandma. Cremation Sunderland Crematorium, Wednesday November 21. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at St. Saviour's Church, Shotton at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to church funds. All enquiries to East Durham Funeral Service. Tel: (0191) 5864322.

FLETCHER Newton Aycliffe November 10, suddenly, of Brockett Close. Ray, aged 74 years, dearest treasured, husband to Bea, inspirational and loving dad to Denise, Stuart, Anthea, Leigh, Paul, Phillip, Glenn and Earle, a precious father-in-law to Pauline, Steve, Roger and John, a cherished grandad to Gary, Victoria, Scott, Ashleigh and Sophie, a much loved brother-in-law and uncle. "You will always walk beside us and be in our hearts forever." Funeral Monday November 19. Would friends kindly meet for service in St. Clare's Church 1.30 p.m., prior to interment in the West Cemetery, School Ayc-liffe. Floral tributes if so desired can be sent to the residence.

GARDINER November 11, late of Spennymoor. Eva, aged 90 years, beloved wife of the late Joe, also a dear aunt and great-aunt. Friends please meet for service at St. Andrew's Church, Spennymoor on Tuesday, November 20 at 2.30 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham. No flowers by request. Donations in lieu for Church Funds please.

GIBSON (nee Dodds) November 13, peacefully in hospital, of Skipton Close, Ferryhill (form-erly of Pine Road, East Howle). Vera, aged 90 years beloved wife of the late Ernie and a dearly loved mother, nana and great-little-nana. Would friends please meet for service at Ferryhill Methodist Chapel on Tuesday, November 20 at 2.40 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham.

GIBSON On November 12, unexpectedly, but peace-fully. Doreen, aged 82 years, formerly of High Shincliffe and recently of Sherburn House. Beloved mother of Robert and grandmother to Rory and Anna. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Monday November 19 at 11.00 a.m.

GILL (Sunderland). Peacefully at home October 18, Iris aged 70 years. Loving wife of Fred, mother of Carole and Heather, daughter of the late Frank and Ursula Johnson, Brandon, sister of Olive. Cremation took place October 24. Will be sadly missed

HALL November 10, (peace fully, in hospital), formerly of Darlington and Spennymoor. David, aged 47 years. Dearly loved son of Louis and Elizabeth, a dear brother of Gary and a much loved dad and grandad. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday November 20, at 12.00 noon. R.I.P.

HAW Barry On Saturday November 10. Passed away peacefully at home, after a long illness, aged 58 years. Dearly loved husband of Heather, beloved father and father-in-law to Christian and Janis. Funeral service to take place at St. Mary's Church, Thirsk on Friday, November 16, at 9.45 a.m. followed by cremation at Harrogate Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be given for St. Mary's Church, Thirsk and Herriot Hospice Homecare, who have proved to be invaluable during Barry's illness, a plate for which will be available at the service.

HENDERSON Lesley (Les), of Lyndon House, Shotton Colliery, peacefully at home on November 8, after a long illness patiently borne. Les (nee Hancock), aged 41 years, dearly beloved wife of Stephen, a much loved mam of Stephen and Luke, a treasured daughter of George and Evelina (Ev) and also a loving sister. Interment Shotton Churchyard on Thursday, November 15. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at St. Saviour's Church at 11.00 a.m. We sat beside your bedside, our hearts were crushed and sore. We did our duty to the end, till we could do no more. In tears we watched you sinking, we watched you fade away and though our hearts were breaking we knew you could not stay. You left behind some aching hearts that loved you most sincere, we never shall and never will forget you Lesley dear.

HENDERSON Lesley My dear sister Lesley, what you suffered you told but few. You did not deserve what you went through. Tired and weary you made no fuss and you tried so hard to stay with us. Tracy, Barrie, Adam and Lena

HENDERSON Lesley Sister, you were special, what more is there to say, we only wish within our hearts that you were here today. We will never forget you Les. Brian, Kelly, Katie, Connor and Callum

HENDERSON Lesley Sorry Les I wasn't there to say my last Goodbye, but then again Les you know me I couldn't watch you die. I'll always have my memories locked within my heart, I'll carry them around with me we'll never be apart. Until we meet again Les. Love Gary and Tracey A special person, a special face, an auntie we loved and can never replace. Love you loads Auntie Les Gary, Emma and Bethany

HENDERSON Lesley We laughed when we were happy, we cried when we were sad. Lesley, you were the best friend I ever had. Liz.

HENDERSON Lesley You were a friend whom we treasured, a friend through thick and thin and to show our appreciation there's no way to begin. Love Always Paul and Bev, Jessica, Melissa and Joshua

HEWITT November 8, in hospital, of West Auckland Road, Darlington. Brenda, aged 85 years, widow of Frederick, dearly loved mother of Anita, Joan, Pamela and the late Janice, dear mother-in-law of Brian and Geoff, loving gran of Joanna, Sarah, Caroline, Nicola, Gemma and Janette and devoted great-gran of Ella and Thomas. Funeral Tuesday, November 13. Friends please meet for service in St. Mary's Church, Cockerton at 2.00 p.m., followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be sent for St. Teresa's Hospice, The Woodlands, 91 Woodland Road, Darlington, DL3 7UA.

HODGSON November 13, died peacefully at Craigarran Nursing Home. Jenny, (nee Ellis), aged 87 years. Formerly of Trimdon Village. Beloved wife of the late Leslie Robert, loving mother of Les, a very dear mother-in-law of Janet, devoted grandma of Mark and Christopher, also a dearly loved sister, auntie and great-auntie. Funeral service at St. Mary Magdalene Church, Trimdon Village, Monday November 19, at 12.30 p.m. prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium.

HODGSON November 15, (peace fully, in Craigarran Nursing Home), of Wingate. Frank, aged 88 years. Dearly beloved husband of Milly, a much loved dad of Carole, Kathleen and Janet, father-in-law of Peter, Robert (Leo) and Les, adored grandad of Sandra and Jonathan, Jacqueline and Billy, Mark, Christopher, Andrew and the late Andrea, darling great-grandad of James, Olivia and Amelia. Funeral service at Millbank Methodist Church, Station Town, Wednesday, November 21, at 1.30 p.m. prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium. Rest in Peace

HOLLINS On November 8, 2007. Thomas Henry, passed away peacefully at home, in Warlaby, North-allerton. Funeral service to take place in St. Helen's Church, Ainderby Steeple on Friday, November 16 at 2.00 p.m., followed by inter-ment.

JACKSON (nee Stevenson). November 9, 2007. Peacefully, at home, after a short illness. Emily, aged 93 years. Loving mam, mother-in-law, nana and great-nana. Night night, God Bless, we all love and miss you. Funeral Friday, November 16. Would friends please meet 9.15 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

JACKSON Elizabeth Margaret (Marjorie) in her 99th year. Passed away peacefully at home at South Terrace, Sowerby, Thirsk. Wife of the late E. R. (Dickie) Jackson C.B.E. and beloved mother of Edward, Richard, Christopher and the late Bess, a dear mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother and a dear friend to many. Funeral service at St. Oswald's Church, Sowerby on Monday November 19, at 11.00 a.m. No flowers please, donations in memory may be made to, The Herriot Hospice Homecre. Plate in church.

JACKSON On November 8, peacefully at home, in Northallerton. Barbara, aged 62 years, dearly loved wife of James, loving mother of Peter, James, Tracy, Barry and Trevor and a dearest nana of Alex and a dear sister. Funeral service to take place at All Saints' Church, Northallerton on Tuesday, November 20 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment. Family flowers only. Donations, if wished, may be given for Cancer Care U.K.

KING Anthony (Tony) November 14, 2007, suddenly, at home in Harrogate (formerly of Willington, Bishop Auckland), aged 67 years. Dearest husband of Marjorie, much loved dad of Lizanne, Barbara, Robert and Sophie. Service at St. Mark's Church, Harrogate on Thursday November 22 at 2.00 p.m. followed by private cremation. No flowers by request. Donations in memory may be given to The Children's Society. A plate will be provided at the service.

LANGTHORNE November 13 (in hospital after a short illness), of Ferryhill (formerly of Spennymoor). Mary aged 85 years, beloved wife of the late Maurice, much loved mam of Michael, also a dear sister-in-law. Family and friends please meet for service at St. Luke's Church, Ferryhill on Tuesday, November 20 10.15 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium at 11.00 a.m.

LISTER On November 14 (peacefully at home), of Broadmeadows, Bowburn, formerly Coxhoe. Jean (nee Elliott, formerly Stevens), aged 70 years, devoted wife of Tony, beloved mother of David, Gillian and John, a sadly missed mother-in-law of Catherine and Kath, a treasured grandma of Melanie, Zac, William and Patrick. Would friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Monday, November 19 at 3.00 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations to Cancer Research U.K., plate provided at crematorium.

LOWE (Newton Aycliffe) Joseph William (Joe), aged 95 years. Died peacefully, November 14, at Aycliffe Care Home. Dearly loved husband of the late Vera, devoted dad of Margaret and Alan, father-in-law to Ray, dear grandad to Gavin, Darren, Steven and Joanne, great-grandad to Rachael, Rebecca, Steven and Ryan. Funeral Wednesday November 21. Would friends please meet 12.45 p.m. for service at Neville Parade Methodist Church, Newton Aycliffe followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium.

MADIN On November 10, at Maple Lodge Nursing Home, Scotton, formerly of Ghyll Edge, West Witton. Mary, aged 83 years, beloved wife of the late Sam Madin, dearly loved mother of Sarah, mother-in-law of John, loving grandmother of James and Charlie and very dear sister of Greta. Funeral service at St. Bartholomew's Church, West Witton on Friday, November 16 at 1.00 p.m., followed by interment at West Witton Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for Vascular Dementia Research (plate in church). Friends please meet at the church.

MADIN On November 10, at Maple Lodge Nursing Home, Scotton, formerly of Ghyll Edge, West Witton. Mary, aged 83 years, beloved wife of the late Sam Madin, dearly loved mother of Sarah, mother-in-law of John, loving grandmother of James and Charlie and very dear sister of Greta. Funeral service at St. Bartholomew's Church, West Witton today Friday, November 16 at 1.00 p.m., followed by interment at West Witton Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for Vascular Dementia Research (plate in church). Friends please meet at the church.

MANNING On November 6, peacefully in hospital. Gordon Wilson, aged 72 years, of Quarrington Hill, a beloved husband of the late Audrey, loving dad of Michael and Geoffrey, proud grandad of Hannah also a sadly missed brother and uncle. Funeral service at Cassop Methodist Church on Wednesday November 14 at 2.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Transport provided from 20 Malcolm Avenue. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, cheques made payable to "Cancer Research UK" c/o Michael.

McGRATH November 12 (peacefully), of Baring Court, Tow Law. Olive, aged 93 years, beloved wife of the late Jack, loving mother of Jack, Sheila, Norman, Audrey, Peter, June and the late Dennis, also a dear gran and great-gran. Would friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Monday, November 19 at 2.00 p.m.

METCALFE On November 9 (peacefully), of Glen View, Gunnerside and formerly of Greenses, Keld. Richard (Dick), aged 92 years, dearly loved husband of the late Peggy, very dear father of Ronnie, Tony and Janet and loving grandad of Vanessa and Serina. Funeral service to be held at Gunnerside Methodist Chapel on Thursday, November 15 at 2.00 p.m., followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please, however donations in memory of Dick, if so desired, may be given at the service for Gunnerside Methodist Chapel and Keld United Reformed Church. Will friends please meet at the chapel and accept this intimation.

MILLER (nee Patterson) November 13, (peace fully, in hospital in Oxford). Margaret, aged 68 years of Wingate, (former teacher and head teacher at Wingate Primary School). Devoted wife of Donald, loving and supportive mam of Kevin and Alyson, much loved grandma of Helen, also fondly remembered by Keith. Will friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium at 11.00 a.m. on Thursday November 22. Donations in lieu of flowers to Coronary Care Unit at John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, c/o, Speckmans Funeral Service, Wingate.

MORTON Nancy (nee Dunn) Passed away peacefully at home November 9, after courageously fighting a long illness. Dearly loved wife of Sydney and devoted mother of Lynn and Paul, much loved mother-in-law of Alan and Alison and the most loving nana to Iain, Douglas, Joanna and Paul. Sadly missed by her sister, brothers and sisters-in-law. Funeral service to be held on Friday, November 16 at All Saints' Church, Ravensdale Road, Darlington at 1.30 p.m. Family flowers only please, donations in aid of St. Teresa's Hospice, may be left at the church or with the family if desired.

MUMFORD November 13, of Spennymoor. Derrick, aged 78 years. Beloved husband of Irene, a dear dad of Ian and Christine and Stephen, a much loved grandad of Rory, Kirsty, Kayleigh, Ryan, Catherine and Neil and great-grandad Joseph and Aiden. Would friends please meet in Trinity Methodist Church, Rosa Street, Monday for a service at 11.15 a.m. followed by committal at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired may be left in the collection plate at church for 'Marie Curie Nurses'.

NAYLOR On November 11, 2007. Peacefully, at Hundens Lane Nursing Home, Darlington. formerly of Earl Keelan House, Ashcroft Road, Darlington and Driffield, East Yorkshire. Joyce Alvina Naylor (nee Sainty), aged 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Norman, dearly loved mother of Hilary and mother-in-law of Rob, dear granny to David, Elizabeth and her partner Luke and a devoted great-granny to Jack. Service and cremation at The East Riding Crematorium, Octon YO25 3BL on Friday November 16, at 11.00 a.m. No flowers please, but donations if desired to, Yorkshire Cancer Research at the crematorium or c/o, Henry Naylor Funeral Directors Ltd, 1 New Road, Driffield. YO25 5NB.

NORTHCOTT On November 8, peacefully in hospital. Jerry, aged 72 years of Darling ton dearly beloved husband of the late Muriel, much loved dad of Ian and Paul, father-in-law to Sue and Janice, adored grandad to Samantha, Andrew, Danielle, Michael, Dale and Alex. Funeral Friday November 16. Would friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, Aycliffe Village at 12.45 p.m., prior to private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired to St. Andrew's Church, Aycliffe Village.

ORD Mary (nee Dakers) November 14, peacefully at home with her family. Mary, aged 93 years, of Firtree Farm, Brafferton, wife of the late J.R.E. Ord (Ted), precious and dearly loved mum of Beryl, Mary, Margaret, Robert, Richard and Josephine, dearly loved mother-in-law, gran and great-gran. Would friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, Aycliffe Village on Thursday, November 22 at 11.30 a.m., followed by interment.

ORD Mary (nee Dakers) November 14, peacefully at home with her family, wife of the late Ted Ord, precious and dearly loved mum of Beryl, Mary, Margaret, Robert, Richard and Josephine, also a dearly loved mother-in-law, gran and great-gran. Funeral details to follow.

PARK November 13, (peacefully on his birthday), at Ventress Hall Nursing Home, Darlington, (formerly of Pendleton Road South, Darlington. Les, aged 88 years. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy, much loved dad of Susan, John, Diana and Kathryn, also a loving grandad. Funeral Monday November 19. Would friends please meet 10.15 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium Family flowers only please.

PEARSON Ernest November 14 (peacefully at Eastbourne Care Home), formerly of Middleton St. George. Ernest, aged 96 years, dearly loved husband of the late Christina, much loved dad of Jean and Janet, a loving father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. Funeral Wednesday, November 21. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 11.15 a.m.

PEIRSON November 7, peacefully, in Larpool Care Home. Hilda Mary, aged 88 years dearly beloved wife of the late Ernest, much loved mother of Laurie and Jean, a dear granny of Ian and Sonia, Kevin and Sarah and great-granny of Joseph, George, Ben and Jim. Funeral service to take place at Lealholm Methodist Chapel on Thursday November 15 at 11.30 a.m., followed by interment in St. James Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Larpool Care Home and Lealholm Methodist Chapel. All enquiries please to R Harrison and Sons. Tel: (01947) 897249.

PENNINGTON November 14, of Bishop Auckland. Mary Ann (nee Hall), aged 93 years, dearly beloved wife of the late George, much loved mam of George and Joe, a dear mother-in-law, nana and grandma. Will friends please meet for service in Woodhouse Close Church at 10.30 a.m. on Tuesday, November 20, followed by cremation at Durham.

PICKERSGILL November 9, (peacefully, in hospital), of 7 Aged Miners Homes, Quebec. Mary (nee Wilson), aged 75 years. Dearly loved wife of Joseph, a loving mum and nana. Friends please meet for funeral service at St. Michael's R.C. Church, Esh Laude, on Friday November 16, at 1.45 p.m. Interment to follow in Langley Park Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to church funds.

PUNT November 9 (peacefully in hospital), of Shildon. Rose, aged 87 years, beloved wife of the late Billy, much loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Family and friends please meet for service at St. John's Church, Shildon on Thursday, November 15 at 2.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium 3.15 p.m. Will be sadly missed

RAJF November 14, in hospital, of Oban Court, Darlington. Joze, in his 86th year, beloved husband of the late Vera, much loved father of Nina and Angela, also a dearly loved father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. Funeral Wednesday, November 21. Friends please meet for a Requiem Mass in St. Augustine's Roman Catholic Church at 10.30 a.m., prior to interment in the West Cemetery. No flowers. Donations in lieu to the Diabetic Association or the British Heart Foundation, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

ROBERTS On November 8, suddenly in hospital. Ernie, aged 89 years, of Darlington. Dearly beloved husband of the late Evelyn, much loved dad of David, father-in-law of Christine, adored grandad of Lisa and Michelle and special friend to Cassie the collie. Funeral Thursday, November 15. Would friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 1.45 p.m., prior to cremation. Floral tributes may be sent c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

ROBINSON November 10, in St. Margarets Nursing Home, (formerly of Crossgate Moor, Durham). Helen, aged 81 years. Devoted wife of the late Esmond, dearly loved mother of John, mother-in-law of Elizabeth, granny of Tom, Will and Sarah and much loved sister of Joan and Bill. Funeral at Durham Crematorium on Monday November 19, at 10.30 a.m. Family flowers only please.

ROBINSON November 14, peacefully in hospital, of The Cotswolds, Chilton. Ernie, aged 87 years, beloved husband of the late Nellie, dearly loved dad of Bill and Derek, loving father-in-law of Joan and Chris and a much loved grandad of Claire and Nichola. Would friends please meet for service at Windlestone Methodist Chapel on Tuesday, November 20 at 12.30 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only.

ROBINSON (nee Tweddle) November 11, in hospital, after a short illness, of Marley Road, Newton Aycliffe. Mary, aged 74 years, dearly loved wife of the late Ray and a much loved mam, mother-in-law and nana. Funeral Tuesday, November 20. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 2.45 p.m. Flowers, or donations if preferred for St. Teresa's Hospice, may be sent c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

ROBINSON November 14, of Willington. Ella, aged 99 years, beloved wife of the late Ned, loving mother of Brian, Alan and Carol, also a dear mother-in-law, gran, great-gran and great-great-gran. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday, November 21 at 11.00 a.m. All are welcome for refreshments afterwards at The Victoria Club, Willington. No flowers by request please.

ROSS William (Bill) Passed away peacefully on November 13, in The Rutson Hospital, Northallerton, after a long illness. Loving husband of Margaret, a loving father of Brenda, Chris and the late Maureen and Ann, also a dear grandfather, great-grandfather and father-in-law. Funeral service at All Saints' Parish Church, North-allerton on Wednesday November 21, at 1.45 p.m. followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu for The Salvation Army may be given at the wake or to the family.

ROWBOTTOM Dennis Richard, aged 54 years, of Darlington, formerly of Richmond, died peacefully in hospital on November 8, after an illness bravely borne. Much loved by all his family and his many friends. Funeral service at St. Joseph and St. Francis Xavier R.C. Church, Richmond on Friday, November 16 at 1.30 p.m., followed by private cremation. It was Dennis' wish that there should be no sadness and that no black clothing should be worn. Friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations may be given on the plate provided in the church for Leukaemia Research and the Anthony Nolan Bone Marrow Trust. R.I.P.

RUECROFT November 11, of Half Moon Lane, Spennymoor. Ray, aged 76 years. A beloved father, uncle and grandfather. Would friends please meet in Trinity Methodist Church, Rosa Street, Friday for a service at 11.15 a.m. followed by committal at Durham Crematorium.

SCOTT Alan On November 10, in hospital, Alan, aged 80 years, of Thornaby, a devoted husband of the late Irene, a dear uncle, also a very good friend of Tony and Eve. Funeral service to take place in St. Paul's Church, Thornaby on Monday, November 19 at 1.00 p.m., prior to interment in Thornaby Cemetery. Family and friends please meet at church.

SCOTT On November 8, suddenly but peacefully at home, after a long illness. Thomas (Tom), aged 82 years, of Trimdon Grange, dearly loved husband of Rene and a beloved father of Jean. Funeral service Friday, November 16 at Durham Crematorium 1.00 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired, to C.O.P.D. and Retinal Fund.

SCOTT On November 8, suddenly but peacefully at home, after a long illness. Thomas (Tom), aged 82 years, of Trimdon Grange, dearly loved husband of Rene and a beloved father of Jean, beloved brother of the late Joe, also a very dear brother-in-law. Funeral service Friday, November 16 at Durham Crematorium 1.00 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired, to C.O.P.D. and Retinal Fund.

SENNETT November 15 (peacefully in hospital), of Tudhoe Village, Spennymoor. Ivy, aged 86 years, dearly loved wife of the late Austin, a very dear sister-in-law and aunt and a dear friend to many. Would friends please meet in St. Charles' R.C. Church, Tudhoe Village on Wednesday for a Requiem Mass at 10.30 a.m., followed by committal at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired to 'B.A.G.H. Fund' c/o Cashiers Office, Bishop Auckland General Hospital.

SHEARER Alexander Gilmour On November 9, peacefully in Hartlepool Hospice. Alex, aged 84 years, of Riverview Lodge, Newcastle, formerly of Consett, County Durham. Dearly loved dad of Karen. Funeral service to take place in Denton Burn Methodist Church, Newcastle on Thursday, November 15 at 2.00 p.m., prior to private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Hartlepool and District Hospice, Alice House, Wells Avenue, Hartlepool, TS24 9DA.

SHEEHAN Chris, aged 61 years, at home surrounded by his loving family, most dearly loved husband of Chris, such a special dad to Judith and Joanne and absolutely adored 'Ra-Ra' to Grace, Evie, Harry, Sam and Madeleine. Chris touched so many people's lives and was a much loved brother, son-in-law, brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many. A private family cremation will be followed by a service to celebrate his life in All Saints' Parish Church, Northallerton at 10.45 a.m. on Thursday, November 15. All friends are invited to join us. In lieu of flowers we would be grateful of donations to 'The Ward 2 Fund' who have cared so much for Chris. Please send donations to Vicky Ellis Furniture, Field House, Yafforth, Northallerton, DL7 0QE. Chris was and always will be the 'light of our lives' and a truly special person who brought us so much happiness.

SHEPHERD November 8, of Saxby Drive, Sunnybrow. Peter, aged 48 years, loving husband of Gail, also a devoted son, dad, grandad, brother-in-law and uncle. Friends please meet for service at Sunnybrow Community Chapel on Friday, November 16 at 2.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers for a memorial bench in memory of Peter, may be left with the family.

SHERWOOD November 7, (peacefully, in hospital). Dorothy Miriam, aged 94 years, of Darlington. Beloved wife of the late Edwin and much loved mother of Paul. Funeral service will take place on Tuesday November 20, 1.15 p.m. at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only by request.

SIDDLE November 8. William Taylor, of Bishop Auckland, peacefully in hospital after a short illness borne with his usual strength and dignity. Loving husband and best friend of Cynthia and the late Julia, a much loved and loving father of Alan and Joan, David and Liz and grandfather of Jonathan, James, Daniel, Rebecca, Jessica, Patrick, Alistair and Timothy, great-grandfather of S�an and Jack. Will be sadly missed by nieces and nephews and all who met him and said it had been a pleasure to have known him. R.I.P. Will friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, Bishop Auckland at 11.15 a.m. on Thursday, November 15, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only by request. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Alan Siddle for B.H.F. and Cancer Research. Tel. (01904) 763097.

SIMPSON On November 13, Norman, born February 22, 1930, formerly of Durham and Northumbria Constabularies. Dearly loved husband of June, a loving and caring father of Ann, Nicholas and Deborah, much loved grandfather of Katie, Becky and Phoebe and a loved and respected brother-in-law. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday, November 20 at 2.00 p.m.

SMITH November 10, peacefully, at Ashwood Park Nursing Home, late of Horden. Josephine (Ena, nee Shaw) aged 86 years beloved wife of the late Pat, a loving mother of James and Margaret, a dearly loved nana of Paula and Caroline, also great-nana of Matthew, Ella and Abbie. Cremation Durham Crematorium Friday, November 16. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service and cremation at 11.00 a.m. All enquiries to East Durham Funeral Service, Peterlee. Tel: (0191) 5864322.

SMITH November 11, peacefully in Elderwood Care Home, Darlington, (late of Aycliffe Village). Florence Lilian, (Lily), in her 81st year. Beloved wife of the late Bob, also a dear sister. Funeral Monday November 19. Would friends please meet 12.45 p.m. for service at St. Andrew's Church, Aycliffe Village followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium

SMITH November 11, of Crook. Fred, aged 76 years, beloved son of the late Alice and Fred, dearest brother of the late Jenny, much loved uncle of Keith, Jeffrey and Barbara, also a dear great-uncle to John Michael, Steven, Karen, Christopher and Julie. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 9.30 a.m. on Thursday, November 15. By his request, family flowers only. Donations may, if desired, be left at the crematorium for the Macmillan Nurses.

SMITH November 11, peacefully at Abbey Care Village, Scorton, formerly of Northallerton. Dorothy Barbara, aged 86 years, beloved wife of the late Leslie, dearly loved mum of Barbara and Fiona, dear mother-in-law of Rick and Steve and loving gran of Emily, Charlotte, Jess and Andrew. Funeral Thursday, November 22. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 1.45 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be sent for the Bower and Swale Suites at Abbey Care Village, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington. DL3 7JR.

SPARK Eva Formerly of Bishop Auckland. peacefully, at Elton Hall Care Home on November 13, after a long illness, aged 85 years. Wife of the late Benjamin Robson, loving mother of Jean and the late Ann, mother-in-law, nana and great-nana. Funeral service to be held at Darlington Crematorium on Wednesday November 21, at 1.15 p.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium.

STOCKDALE November 13, (peace fully, at home after a short illness), of Coniston Way, Carlton Miniott, Thirsk. Les, aged 80 years. Beloved husband of Peggy, loving father of Margaret, Tricia, Derek and brother to Cyril and John, a dearly loved father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. The funeral service will be held at St. Mary's Church, Thirsk on Friday November 23, at 1.00 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory may be made in church for local cancer support groups.

TATE Hilda (nee Crisp), aged 70 years, of Evenwood, peacefully in hospital on November 13. Beloved wife of the late Ronald, much loved mam of Susan and a loving gran of Billy. Funeral service at St. Paul's Church, Evenwood on Tuesday, November 20 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in the cemetery. Friends please meet at the church.

TAYLOR November 13, peacefully in hospital with his family by his side. Thomas Aquinas, aged 80 years, dearly loved husband of Betty, loving father of Paul, Geraldine, Michael, Stephen and Christopher, a much loved father-in-law and grandad and dear brother of Peter. Funeral Tuesday, November 20. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass at St. Augustine's Church at 10.00 a.m., followed by interment at North Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, may be sent for St. Teresa's Hospice, The Woodlands, 91 Woodland Road, Darlington. DL3 7UA.

THOMPSON Robert (Bob) Dearly loved husband, father and grandfather to Sheila, Michael and Melissa, Richard and Kari, Olivia, Bobby, Alexander, Natalie and Sebastian. Died unexpectedly in Darlington Memorial Hospital on November 12, he will always be remembered as a true gentleman whose life was devoted to thinking of others, he will be sadly missed and always remembered by his family and many friends. Funeral Saturday, November 17. Would friends please meet for service in St. Michael's Church, Heighington at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to the Children's Society, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

TYERS Eileen November 11, peacefully in hospital. Eileen, of Bowesfield Lane Caravan Site, Stockton, the beloved wife of the late Charlie Tyers, loving mam of Roseann, John and Connie, also a dear mother-in-law, granny and sister. Cortege to leave from residence on Friday, November 16 at 1.15 p.m. for a service in St. Peter's Church, Stockton at 1.30 p.m., prior to burial at Oxbridge Cemetery. All family and friends welcome.

WALKER November 10, (peacefully, in hospital), of Bakewell Place, Newton Aycliffe, (formerly of Ricknall). Jean, aged 83 years. Beloved wife of the late Douglas, loving mum to Janet and Margaret, dearly loved mother-in-law to Stephen and Anthony, devoted grandma of Samuel, much loved sister to Muriel and the late Bill, also a dear aunt. Funeral Tuesday November 20. Would friends please meet 11.00 am. for service at St. Andrew's Church, Aycliffe Village followed by interment in the church yard. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to Cancer Research if so desired.

WALKER November 14 (peacefully in hospital), of St. Anne's Gardens, Middleton St. George. Elizabeth (Lily), aged 88 years, loving wife to Bob, also much loved mam to Clive and Anita. Funeral Wednesday, November 21. Would friends please meet 10.45 a.m. for service at St. Laurence's Church, Middleton St. George, followed by interment in the East Cemetery, Darlington.

WALTON November 12, peacefully at Newland House Residential Care Home, Norton, formerly of Chapel Cottage, Long Newton. Margaret Monica, wife of the late George Walton, dearly loved mother of Audrey and grandmother to Rebecca and Jonathan. Friends and family please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium on Monday, November 19 at 11.15 a.m. Flowers only please, may be sent c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

WATERS Alf, aged 79 years, of Redmire, died peacefully at home on November 11, after an illness borne with great courage and dignity and surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of the late Ronny and a much loved dad and G'Pa. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Monday, November 19 at 11.45 a.m. Friends please meet at the Crematorium Chapel. No flowers please, if desired, donations for Yorkshire Cancer Research or West Riding Masonic Charities Ltd., may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

WEARMOUTH November 14, peacefully at home in Weardale. William (Bill) J.P., aged 74 years, beloved husband of Mary, devoted dad of Ken, George and Paul, a dear father-in-law, much loved granda and great-granda, also a dear brother-in-law, uncle and good friend. Will friends please meet for service in Eastgate Parish Church at 11.30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 21, followed by interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only. Donations may be given for the Air Ambulance, care of the family or, if left in church, the donations will go to Church Funds.

WHILLIANS November 9, of Evenwood. Ronald, aged 44 years, much loved son of Rita and Ronald, loving dad of Ronnie and Dominic, also a dear brother and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in St. Paul's Church, Evenwood at 1.00 p.m. on Monday, November 19, followed by interment in Sacriston Cemetery.

WILLIAMSON November 10, (died peacefully) at Belmont Grange Nursing Home, (formerly of Roseberry Crescent, Thornley). Ann (Nancy, nee O'Brien), aged 81 years. Beloved wife of the late Thomas William, dearly loved mother, nanna, great-nanna and sister. Cortege leaving Speckmans Funeral Service, Friday. Friends please meet at Thornley R.C. Church for Requiem Mass at 10.00 a.m. followed by interment at Thornley Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to, St. Cuthbert's Hospice, Merryoaks, Durham or church funds. On whose Soul sweet Jesus have Mercy R.I.P.

WILSON Alexander Hartley, aged 81 years, of Richmond, died peacefully at the Terrace Care Home on November 9. Beloved husband of Jackie, dearly loved father to Grant and Sarah and a proud grandfather. Private family funeral service to take place at Darlington Crematorium. 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.

WILSON November 8, of Parklands Residential Home, Crook. Elizabeth Hannah, aged 102 years, beloved wife of the late Ernest, a dearly loved mother of Eddie, a dear mother-in-law and a loving grandmother and great-grandmother. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Thursday, November 15 at 3.00 p.m. Family flowers only please.

WRIGHT Edna, of Thornton-le-Moor. Died peacefully after a short illness, aged 82 years. A loving wife of Stan and mother of Arnie, Dot, Col and mother-in-law to John, also a loving grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service will be held at St. Andrew's Parish Church, South Otterington on Thursday November 15, at 11.00 a.m. followed burial at Thornton-le-Moor.

YATES November 16, (peace fully, in hospital), of Branksome Hall Drive, Darlington. Formerly of Drinkfield. Minnie Jane, aged 90 years. Much loved sister to Elizabeth, also a dearly loved sister-in-law and aunt. Funeral Thursday November 22. Would friends please meet 3.00 p.m. for service at St. Mark's Church, Darlington, followed by cremation.

YOUNG Colin On November 14, suddenly in hospital. Colin, aged 66 years, of Darlington, dearly beloved husband of Margaret, much loved dad of Susan and the late Ian, father-in-law of Ian, adored grandad of Matthew and Emily, dear brother of Kathleen, brother-in-law to Fred and uncle to Denise. Funeral Friday, November 23. Would friends please meet for service in St. Matthew and St. Luke's Church, Darlington at 1.00 p.m., prior to cremation. Flowers may be sent to Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR or donations in lieu of flowers may be sent for St. Teresa's Hospice, The Woodlands, 91 Woodland Road, Darlington, DL3 7UA.

YOUNG Colin Will be sadly missed by Steve, Claire, Ashley and Callum.

YOUNG Lizy (Amos) I often think of bygone days when we were all together. The family chain is broken, but memories live forever. Your little sister Margaret.

YOUNG November 12, of Bishop Auckland, after a long illness bravely borne. Elizabeth (nee Amos), aged 54 years, beloved wife of Albert, dearly loved mam of Karen, Kevin, Donna and Alan, also a dear nanna, sister, sister-in-law and aunty. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 10.00 a.m. on Monday, November 19.

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