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ADAMSON (nee Wardle) On November 25, peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, following a short illness borne with great courage and dignity. Rene, aged 85 years, dearly loved wife of Norman, treasured, loved and respected mother of Susan and Yvonne and devoted nan to Ross, whom he loved and adored. Loving sister of Winnie and Audrey and the late Herbert and John. Sadly missed by all of her family and friends. Would friends please meet for funeral service at Barnard Castle Methodist Church on Wednesday, December 5 at 12.00 noon, followed by private cremation at Darlington. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given in church to Friends of The Richardson Hospital.

AGAR November 26, in Langley Park Residential Home, (formerly of Brandon). Annie, aged 100 years. Beloved wife of the late Matt, loving mother of Duncan, a dear nana to Colin and Ann and will be sadly missed by all her great and great-great-grandchildren. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Saturday December 1, at 10.00 a.m. Friends welcome for refreshments at Meadowfield Club afterwards.

ALLINSON November 24 (peacefully in hospital) of St. John's Chapel. Dick, aged 80 years, loving husband of Pauline, a dearly loved dad of Margaret, a dear father-in-law of Andrew, a devoted granda of Michelle and Aaron and great-granda of Zack and Lauren. Friends please meet for service in St. John's Church, St John's Chapel on Wednesday, December 5 at 12.00 noon, followed by interment in St. John's Chapel Cemetery.

ALTON Darlington November 26, peacefully in Ventress Hall. Kath (nee Simpson), aged 83 years, much loved wife to Len, devoted mum to Ann, Alan and Lenny, dear mother-in-law to Susan and Susan, sister-in-law to Maud and Miriam, cherished nana to Kevin, Karen, Jacq-ueline, Mark, Simon, Deborah, David and Paul and a dearest great-nana. She will be sadly missed by all her family. Funeral Tuesday, December 4. Would friends kindly meet for service in St. Matthew and St. Luke's Church at 12.30 p.m., followed by interment in the North Cemetery. Floral tributes if so desired may be sent to Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington DL3 9EL. Tel: (01325) 482999.

ARCHBOLD Whickham On Thursday November 22, peacefully, after a short illness. Pauline (nee Baker), aged 60 years, dearly loved wife of David, much loved mam of Michael, a dear sister of Vicky, a much loved sister-in-law to Fred and Jim and a loving aunty to Stephen and Adrian. Would friends please meet on Wednesday November 28 for Requiem Mass at St. Mary's Dockendale R.C. Church, Whickham at 11.00 a.m., prior to cremation at Saltwell Crematorium. All enquiries to Charles Embleton Funeral Directors. Tel: (0191) 4164363. On whose soul sweet Jesus have mercy R.I.P

ARKLESS On November 14. Mary (nee Trevor), aged 58 years, of Crawley, formerly of Darlington.

ASHWORTH James FRCS died November 25, 2007, at home. He was a kind, loving and courageous man. He will be sadly missed by Mary, Sarah, Kate, Paul, Lee and the light of his life Anna. May he rest in peace. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Tuesday, December 4 at 1.15 p.m. No flowers but if desired donations for St Teresa's Hospice, Darlington and The Herriot Hospice Home Care may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd. Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ or enquiries telephone (01748) 850033.

BARKER November 20, suddenly of Musgrave Gardens, Gilesgate. George, aged 68 years, a dearest friend of Lynn, Gary, Zara and Sasha. Friends please meet for service at St. Giles' Church, Gilesgate on Thursday, November 29 at 10.15 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Dearly loved and sadly missed.

BARTLE November 27, peacefully, of Phoenix Court, Darlington. Joyce Margaret, aged 83 years, beloved wife of the late Freddie, dearly loved mam of Kevin, Pat, Janet and Stuart, also a much loved mother-in-law, nana, gran and great-gran. Funeral Wednesday, December 5. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 10.15 a.m. No flowers please. Donations may be sent for St. Teresa's Hospice, The Woodlands, 91 Woodland Road, Darlington DL3 7UA.

BARWICK November 24, suddenly in hospital, of Peterlee. Allan, aged 64 years, dearly loved husband of the late Barbara and much missed father and grandfather. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Monday, December 3 at 2.30 p.m. Family flowers only please with donations kindly accepted by Severn Valley Flood Appeal.

BELL November 26, of Newton Aycliffe. Margaret, aged 74 years, dearly beloved wife of the late Derek, much loved mother of Graham and the late Michael, a dear mother-in-law of Debbie, grandmother of Ryan and Sam, also a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Will friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 11.45 a.m on Friday, December 7.

BLAKEY November 24 in hospital of Church Vale, Pitting-ton. Mavis, aged 82 years will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Friends please meet for service at St. Laurence's Church Pittington on Tuesday, December 4 at 10.45 a.m. Private cremation to follow. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired to the British Heart Found-ation. A collection plate will be provided in Church.

BOOTH November 25, (peace fully, at home). Doris, aged 75 years, of Shakespeare Road, Darlington. Beloved wife of the late John, dearly loved mam, nana and great-nana, also a much loved sister. Funeral Monday December 3. Would friends please meet 2.45 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired to, The Mac-Millan Nurses.

BOUGHEN On November 27 (in hospital) of Westmorland Close, Spennymoor. Jean Mary (nee Cowens), aged 81 years, beloved wife of the late Ronald, a dearly loved mam of Carol, a much loved nana of Nicola and Michael and great-grandma of Jasmine. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium Tuesday for a service and committal at 10.30 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired may be left in the collection plate at the Crematorium for the "Dialysis Unit".

BOYNTON November 17, (peace fully, in hospital). Amy, aged 89 years, (known as Auntie Pops), of Haughton, Darlington. A beloved wife of the late Frank, a dearly loved mam of Frankie and the late Terry, also a loving grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral Thursday November 29. Would friends please meet 10.15 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

BRITTAIN George, aged 92 years, of Castle View, Richmond, died peacefully in hospital on November 22. Beloved brother to the late Winifred, Margaret, Ronald and William, much loved uncle to David and a dear great-uncle. Funeral service at Aske Hall Chapel on Wednesday, December 5 at 10.30 a.m., followed by private cremation. Friends please meet at the chapel. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations may be given on the plate provided in the chapel for Canine Partners for Independence.

BROCK Mary (nee Andrews) Died peacefully in The James Cook Hospital on November 28, 2007 after a long illness, aged 73 years. She will be sadly missed by her loving family and many friends. Funeral service will be held at Darlington Crematorium on Friday, December 7, at 10.45 a.m. No flowers please by request.

BROWN November 25, (suddenly, in hospital), of St. Benedict's Close, Ampleforth, (formerly of Bilsdale and Knayton). Eunice, aged 81 years. Beloved wife of the late Alan, loving mother of Allen, Malcolm, Gerald, Stephen and Janet, a dear mother-in-law, grandma and great-grandma. The funeral service will be held at St. Mary's Church, Leake on Thursday December 6, at 1.00 p.m. followed by interment. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory may be made to, The British Heart Foundation. Would friends please meet at church.

BROWN November 23, of Spenceley Place, Aldbrough St. John. John, aged 66 years, beloved husband of Dorothy and dearly loved father of Debra. Funeral Monday, December 3. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 10.45 a.m.

BUCHANAN November 24, peacefully in hospital after a short illness. Audrey, aged 75 years, of Leeming Village, dearly loved wife of the late William, loving mum of Jane, Nicholas, Claire and the late Judith, also devoted nana of ten. Funeral service and interment to be held at St. John the Baptist Church, Leeming Village on Saturday, December 1 at 12.30 p.m.

CALVERT November 22, suddenly, at home in Bedale, (formerly of Gayle). Ray, aged 64 years. Beloved husband to Liz, loving dad of Robert, Ann and David, devoted grandad to Daniel and son of Irene and the late Sam. Funeral service and interment to be held at St. Gregory's Church, Bedale on Wednesday November 28, at 2.30 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for local charities.

CASSELL (nee Colling) November 25, peacefully, in Middleton Hall, after a long illness. Dora, aged 84 years, beloved wife of the late Jim and loving mum to Linda. Funeral Tuesday, December 4. Would friends please meet at 3.00 p.m. for service at All Saints' Church, Hurworth, prior to private cremation. Immediate family flowers only, by request. Donations if desired to Save The Children U.K. 1 St John's Lane London EC1M 4AR. Registered Number 213890.

CHILTON November 25, suddenly in hospital, of Cornwall Avenue, Darlington. Peter, aged 58 years, much loved husband to Susan, dearly loved son of Phyllis and the late Bobby also Phyllis' partner Sid, a loving brother to Tricia, brother-in-law of Rob, Terry and Kathleen, also a dearly loved uncle and great-uncle. Funeral Wednesday December 5. Would friends please meet 1.30 p.m. for service at St. James' Church, Darlington followed by crem-ation.

CLOSE Gwendoline Margaret (Gwen) aged 91 years, of Richmond, peacefully at Nightingale Hall Nursing Home on November 23, 2007. Much loved wife of Frank, dearly loved mother of Betty, Alf and Kathy, a loving nana, great-nana and great-great-nana and a dear sister. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Monday December 3 at 2.15 p.m. Friends please meet at the Crematorium.

COLLINSON Maurice, died suddenly November 28, at home in Evenwood, aged 68 years. A local businessman, beloved husband of Rose, devoted dad to Ian and Paul, a much loved grandad and father-in-law. A private service will be held at Darlington Crematorium for close family and friends on Thursday, December 6 at 10.15 a.m. This will be followed by a Remembrance Service at 11.30 a.m. in St. Paul's Church, Evenwood where everyone is welcome. Refreshments will be provided at The Bridge Inn, Ramshaw after the service. In lieu of flowers, please make any donations to the British Heart Foundation. Mrs. Rose Collinson and family would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their kind words of support and help during this difficult time. It has been most appreciated.

CORBETT November 28, of Portland House, formerly of West Cornforth and Spennymoor. Frank aged 65 years. Would friends please meet in Holy Trinity Church, West Cornforth Wednesday for a service at 10.45 a.m., followed by interment in the Churchyard.

COWLEY John, aged 76 years, of Hackforth, near Bedale, died peacefully in hospital on November 24. Dearest brother to Maurice and Rosemary, dear brother-in-law to Doreen and Gerry, a loving uncle and great-uncle and will be greatly missed by his many friends. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Hornby on Wednesday, December 5 at 1.30 p.m., followed by private cremation. Friends please meet at the Church. Family flowers only please, if desired donations may be given on the plate provided in the Church for Hornby Church Funds.

CRAWFORD November 23. Died peacefully in her sleep at home. Sylvia, aged 50 years, of Newton Aycliffe. Loved and missed by all the family. Funeral service Thursday November 29, at Darlington Cremator-ium, 10.45 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to, Cancer Research.

DOBSON November 29, (peace fully), in Seaham House Nursing Home, (formerly of Wood Close Farm, Wingate). George Wallace (Wally), aged 78 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Susie, a dear father of David and Joyce, father-in-law of Edith and the late John, much loved grandad of David, Andrew and Christopher. Funeral service to take place Wednesday December 5, at St. Peter's Church, Elwick at 1.00 p.m. followed by cremation at Hartlepool. Donations in lieu of flowers to, Seaham House c/o, David.

DOWSON Chris November 24, 2007, (at home, with great dignity, after a long illness), of Sunderland, (late of Toronto, Bishop Auckland). Chris, aged 64 years. Adored husband to Lynn, a loving dad of Helen and Rachael, proud grand-father to Andrew, Stephanie, Megan and James, dearest son of Rene and the late Thomas Leonard, loving brother of Hazel, loved father-in-law, brother-in-law and uncle. Would friends please meet for service Monday, December 3rd, 3.00 p.m. at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations if desired to, The Mac-Millan Nurses (plate in crematorium). All welcome afterwards for refreshments at St. Aidans, College, Windmill Hill, Durham.

EADSFORTH (nee Cook) On November 24, died peacefully at Sedgefield Community Hospital. Violet, aged 83 years, of Quarrington Hill (formerly of Trimdon Station). Loving mother of Pauline, dear mother-in-law of Billy, devoted grandma of Michael and Jacky, also a precious great-grandma of Daniel, Sean and Lucy. Cortege to leave her daughter's residence, Monday, December 3 for service at Durham Crematorium 10.30 a.m. No flowers please. Donations, if so desired, to Sedgefield Community Hospital.

EARLE Arthur On November 23, passed quietly away in hospital. Arthur, aged 77 years, beloved husband of the late Bridie, a much loved dad of Christine, Stephen, Suzanne and Clair, dear father-in-law, granda and great-granda. Funeral Service of Thanksgiving at Stranton Grange Crema-torium, Tanfield Road Hartlepool on Monday December 3, 2007 at 1.20 p.m. afterwards to the Club. Friends and neighbours are kindly invited, please meet at the Crematorium Chapel

EWIN November 21, (peace-fully, after a long illness bravely borne), of Butterknowle, originated from Sunderland. Georgina Crystal, (nee Rowe). Loving wife of Fred, much loved mam of Freddy, Margaret, Christine and Diane, a dear mother-in-law and devoted nana and gran. Would friends please meet for service in St. John's Church, Lynesack on Monday December 3, at 1.00 p.m. followed by private interment.

FISHBURN Eileen (nee Carr), aged 63 years, of Brompton on Swale, died peacefully on November 20. Dearly loved wife of Peter and a much loved mum of Shaun. Funeral service at St. Paul's Church, Brompton on Swale today, Friday, November 30 at 1.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Darlington. Friends please meet at the church. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, for The Stroke Association may be sent to John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, North Yorks., DL10 4AJ.

FISHBURN Eileen (nee Carr), aged 63 years, of Brompton on Swale, died peacefully on November 20. Dearly loved wife of Peter and a much loved mum of Shaun. Funeral service at St. Paul's Church, Brompton on Swale on Friday, November 30 at 1.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Darlington. Friends please meet at the church. Donations in lieu of flowers, if desired, for The Stroke Association may be sent to John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, North Yorks., DL10 4AJ.

FLYNN November 27, (in hospital), of Durham. Doris, (nee Marriner), aged 86 years. Beloved wife of the late Andrew, mother of Dorothy and special friend of Eric. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday December 5, at 12.00 noon.

FOSTER November 28, of St. Helens Auckland, (formerly of Witton Park). Ina, aged 85 years. Beloved wife of the late Fegger, a dearly loved mam, mother-in-law, nana and great-nana, also a dear sister and aunt. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 2.30 p.m. on Tuesday December 4. By her own request no flowers please. Night night Mam, God Bless. I love you from Stan.

FOX Thomas Denis, passed away on November 26, 2007, aged 81 years. Funeral service to be held at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday, December 6 at 11.45 a.m. Enquiries to Seaton Leng and Son Ltd. Tel: (01325) 465647.

GARGETT November 28, peacefully, in Appletree Care Home, Meadowfield (formerly of Ushaw Moor). Doreen, aged 81 years, beloved wife of the late Harry (Buller) and a much loved mam, grandma and great-grandma. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday, December 4 at 10.00 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu for Cancer Research U.K. may be given after the service.

GIBSON November 25, of Barrington Lodge, Bishop Auckland (late of Crook). Norman, aged 82 years, beloved husband of the late Rita, a dearly loved father of Margaret and the late Beryl, a loving grandfather of Susan and Neil and a very dear great-grandfather. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Monday, December 3 at 11.00 am

GIBSON November 22, peacefully in hospital, after a short illness, of Geneva Road, Darlington. Alf, aged 74 years, dearly loved husband of Joan, loving father of Paul and Christine, also a devoted grandad, father-in-law, brother-in-law and uncle. Will be sadly missed by all. Funeral Thursday, November 29. Would friends please meet 1.45 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

GOWLAND November 23 (peacefully in hospital). Janet, aged 91 years, of Park Place, Darlington. A loving mother of Malc, Barbara and the late Reg, also a loving mother-in-law and nana. Funeral Friday, November 30. Would friends please meet 1.45 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

GRAHAM November 5, suddenly at Essex Way, Darlington. Samha, aged 87 years, will be sadly missed by her friends. Funeral Wednesday, December 5. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 11.15 a.m.

GRAY Darnley, aged 75 years, late of Willow Crescent, Richmond, former Deputy Head of Richmond School, died peacefully in hospital on November 29. Beloved husband of the late Maureen and father of Marcus and Jules. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Friday, December 7 at 2.45 p.m. Family flowers only please. Friends please meet at the crematorium chapel.

HALEY November 22, of Howden-le-Wear. Jack, aged 85 years, beloved husband of Jessie, devoted dad of Judith, dear father-in-law to Conny and proud grandad to Nicky. Will friends please meet for service in Howden-le-Wear Methodist Church at 1.30 p.m. on Thursday, November 29, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may, if desired, be left for Church Funds. After the church service all are welcome for refreshment and to meet with the family in The Green Tree, Howden-le-Wear.

HALL On November 25, of E.X.P.O. Bowling Green Lane, Manfield. Lilian, aged 79 years, beloved wife of Bill and a dearly loved mother, mother-in-law and nanma. Funeral Monday, December 3. Friends please meet for service in All Saint's Church, Manfield at 2.00 p.m., followed by interment in the Church Yard.

HALL On November 25, of E.X.P.O. Bowling Green Lane, Manfield. Lilian, aged 79 years, beloved wife of Bill and a dearly loved mother, mother-in-law and nanna. Funeral arrangements later.

HAMMOND November 29, peacefully of Sparrowhall Drive, Darlington. Bruce, aged 85 years, beloved husband of the late Joan, a dearly loved father of Peter, Paul, Sylvia, Kevin, John and Wendy, also a much loved father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. Funeral Thursday, December 6. Friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, Haughton at 10.30 a.m., followed by private cremation.

HARLE November 25, of Wareham Way, Sunnybrow. Colin, aged 63 years, beloved son of the late Mavis and Robert, loving brother of Dennis and also a dear cousin. Friends please meet for service at St. Stephen's Church, Willington on Monday, December 3 at 1.30 p.m. Interment to follow.

HAWKINS Suddenly in hospital on November 23, of Hutton Bonville. Marylyn, aged 62 years, loved daughter of the late Edith and Albert Hawkins, dear sister of Christine and Barbara. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Friday, November 30 at 1.30 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to The Dogs Trust, Hill House Farm, Sadberge, near Darlington.

HESLINGTON November 24 (peacefully), of Chilton. Ruby (nee Coates), aged 93 years, loving mam of Sylvia and the late June, dear mother-in-law of Ted and John, devoted gran of John, Della and David, also a much loved great-gran. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Friday, November 30 at 1.00 p.m. Many thanks to Debra and Carelink.

HEWETT (Durham) Peacefully, in hospital after a long illness bravely borne on November 23, aged 94 years. Enid, dearly loved wife of Lennie, much loved mother of Aurelia and Charles, dearest grandmother to Sarah, great-grandmother to Oliver, dear sister of Monica and also a very dear aunt and friend. Friends please meet at St. John's Church, Nevilles Cross at 1.00 p.m. on Monday December 3 for service prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium.

HEWITT Shotley Field November 24, suddenly. His Honour Judge Timothy Hewitt (Tim), aged 56 years, beloved husband of Judith, loving father to Andrew, James and Laura, dear brother to Christopher, brother-in-law to Annette and uncle to Benjamin and Jonathan. Will be sadly missed by all his family and his many friends and colleagues. Friends please meet for service at St. John's Church, Snods Edge on Monday, December 3 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in the Churchyard. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Medical Foundation for Victims of Torture, Cobwebs Orchestra, Hexham Citizens Advice Bureau. Collection boxes will be provided in Church.

HILL David November 26 in hospital of Darlington, aged 46 years, a loving husband, dad, grandad and family man. Funeral Tuesday, December 4. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 3.15 p.m. Rest In Peace

HILLS Sue, aged 55 years, of Brompton-on-Swale, died peacefully at the Friary Hospital, Richmond on November 27, after an illness borne with great courage and dignity. Dearly loved wife of Tony, much loved mam of David, Eleanor, Adam and Christina and a loving nanna. Funeral service at Richmond Methodist Church on Thursday December 6 at 11.00 a.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 the Local Macmillan Nurses, St. Teresa's Hospice and Herriot Hospice Homecare.

HILTON Geoff, aged 70 years, formerly of Darlington, peacefully in Hereford on November 26. Beloved husband of Judy and loving father to Tim and Jane. Private cremation service in Hereford on December 6.

HODGSON November 25, suddenly in hospital, of Staindrop Road, West Auckland. Val (nee Peart), aged 57 years, beloved wife of the late Allan, a much loved and treasured mam of Bev and Craig, a devoted nan of Jack and Joseph and a special auntie to Jon-Christopher also a loving sister, sister-in-law and auntie. Will friends please meet for service at St. Helen's Church, St. Helen Auckland on Tuesday, December 4 at 10.15 a.m., followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium. Sadly missed by all

HODGSON The Venerable John Derek died peacefully on November 22, aged 76 years. Funeral service at Durham Cathedral at 2.00 p.m. on Monday, December 3. Family flowers only. Donations to Macmillan Cancer Support.

HODGSON Val, (nee Peart). A dear sister. Close to our hearts you'll always stay, loved and remembered everyday. Christine, John, Michael, Mary, Christopher and Andrew.

HODGSON Val. Will be sadly missed. JC and Ian.

HODGSON Valerie (nee Peart). Always in our thoughts. From Kathleen, Lenard and family.

HODGSON Valerie. A dear sister who will be sadly missed by Carole, Paul and family.

HOGBIN Mrs M. C. Hogbin (Peggy) died peacefully in her sleep after a short illness. Sadly missed by her family Stan and Margaret, Cherie and Jonathan and granddaughter Deborah and family. Service will be held at St. Thomas' Church, Brompton at 2.00 p.m. December 7, followed by interment.

HOPPER November 24, of Tow Law. Mary (nee Hodgson), aged 60 years, dearly beloved wife of Ian, much loved and devoted mam of Stephen, Neil and Jaimie, dear gran to Kristan, Laura, Keiran, Siobhan, Luke, Morgan, Taegen, Cameron and Lucy, also a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunty. Will friends please meet for service in St. Philip and St. James' Church, Tow Law at 9.15 a.m. on Thursday, November 29, followed by interment in Thornley Road Cemetery.

JACKSON Thelma (nee Hutchin-son), aged 76 years, of Ovington, suddenly on November 23, 2007, former Head Teacher of Dodmire Infant School, Darlington and Church Warden of St. Mary's C of E Church, Wycliffe. Very dearly loved wife of Arthur, devoted and loving mother of Ruth and son-in-law Richard and precious gran of Chloe and Nicholas, also a loving sister of Jean and Gilbert. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Wycliffe on Saturday, December 1 at 11.30 a.m., followed by interment in the Churchyard. Friends please meet at the Church. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be given in Church for the British Heart Foundation.

JOHNSON November 23, suddenly, of Barnet Square, Haswell. Bert, aged 83 years, a beloved husband of Stella, also a loving father, grandad and great-grandad. Cremation Durham Crematorium Thursday, November 29. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service and cremation at 2.00 p.m. All enquiries please contact East Durham Funeral Service Ltd. Tel: (0191) 5864322.

JOHNSON November 23, suddenly of Haswell. Bert, beloved grandad of Kim and David and great-grandad of Kyle and Keegan. Sadly Missed

KIRKUP (Durham) Peacefully, at St. Margaret's Nursing Home on November 19, aged 86 years. Joseph, beloved uncle of Paul, Sue and Peter, great-uncle of David, Steven, Russell, Joanne and Steven. Service at St. Aidan's Church, Framwellgate Moor on Wednesday November 28, at 12.15 p.m. followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to, St Cuthbert's Hospice Merryoaks.

LAMB November 24, peacefully in Bedale Grange. May, aged 78 years, of Bedale, beloved wife of the late Ernest, loving mother of Michael, Carol, Sheila and Hazel, also loving nana and great-nana. Funeral service and interment to be held at St. Gregory's Church, Bedale on Thursday, November 29 at 1.00 p.m.

LANCASTER November 25 (peacefully at home), of Kirk Merrington. Margaret, aged 81 years, beloved wife of the late Harry, much loved mam of Christine, Karen, Neal and the late Peter, also a dearly loved grandma and great-grandma. Friends please meet for service and committal at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday, December 4 at 1.30 p.m. Will be sadly missed

LEIGHTON November 24, (suddenly, at home), of Bishop Middleham. Beatrice Maude, (nee Houfe), aged 76 years. Much loved wife of Tom, also a loved mother of Pat and Tony. Would family and friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Thursday December 6, at 12.00 noon.

LIDDLE On Wednesday, November 28, peacefully at home, surrounded by his family. Norman, aged 84 years, of Dorset Drive, Darlington. Beloved husband of Gina, loving dad of Barry, Allan and the late Stephen, dearest father-in-law of Hazel and Irene, devoted grandad of Gillian, Debbie, Stephen, Richard, Claire and Tim, adored great-grandad of Madeline, Charlotte, Josephine, James, Oliver, Jack, Leon and Harvey, a dear brother of Jennie, also close friend of Nina. Funeral Thursday, December 6. Would friends please meet at 1.00 p.m. for service at St. Williams R.C. Church, prior to cremation at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to Cancer Research and the Macmillan Nurses. God Bless - Rest In Peace

LLOYD Thomas November 23, (peace-fully, in hospital), of The Beeches Residential Home, Stockton, (formerly of Bishopton). Thomas, aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Margaret, much loved father of Les and Jim, dear father-in-law of Janet and Joy, loving grandad of Jane, Clare, Joanne, Vickie and dearest great-grandad of Lucy, Lily and Ellis. Funeral Thursday November 29. Friends please meet for service in St. Hilda's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium at 10.45 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired for Park Lane Surgery, Stillington.

LUND November 30, of Doric Road, New Brancepeth. Mary Ann, aged 83 years. Dearly loved wife of John, loving mother of Malcolm, John, James, Allan, David, Derek, Kenneth and the late Kevin and a much loved mother-in-law, grandma and great-grandma. Friends please meet for service in New Brancepeth Methodist Church on Wednesday December 5, at 9.45 a.m. followed by cremation at Durham. Donations in lieu of flowers may be given after the service for Cancer Research U.K. Friends welcome for refreshments in New Brancepeth Club afterwards.

MARTIN November 28, of Crook. Margaret Ruth, aged 85 years. Beloved wife of Ernest, devoted mam of Eric and Keith, a dear mother-in-law, also a much loved gran and great-gran. Will friends please meet for service in Crook United Methodist Church at 11.00 a.m. on Tuesday December 4, followed by interment in Crook Cemetery.

McKIM Kathleen died November 26, 2007 originally from Richmond, died peacefully at her home in Northern Ireland. Dearly loved wife of the late Norman (Mac), beloved mother of Neil, mother-in-law to Brenda, grandmother of Paul and Louise and also great-grandmother of Caitlin and Dylan. Funeral service to be held Friday at 10.00 a.m. from Fleming and Cuthbert, 10 Mill Road, Ballyclare. Sadly missed by all the family circle.

MELDERIS November 26, of Newton Aycliffe. Stephanie, aged 36 years. Loving partner of Steven, much loved daughter of Marie and the late Rob, also a dear sister, sister-in-law, aunty and friend. Will friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 10.45 a.m. on Wednesday December 5.

MITCHELL Ruth Margaret, on November 21 at Sowerby House Nursing Home, Sowerby, Thirsk, formerly of Brook Cottage, Sutton, aged 92 years. The funeral service will be held at St. Felix Church, Felixkirk on Wednesday, December 5 at 2.00 p.m. No flowers please. Donations in memory may be made to The Smart Train (repairs cleft palates in children), c/o Bernard Nicholson Funeral Director, Three Tuns Yard, Chapel Street, Thirsk, YO7 1LU.

MOSS Tony Died peacefully on November 20, 2007, aged 74 years. A loving dad of Diane, father-in-law to Keith and one-grandad to Ellis. Funeral service to be held at Chantry Hall, Bedale on Thursday, November 29, at 12.30 p.m. followed by a burial at Northallerton Cemetery at 1.45 p.m.

NAISBITT November 26, in hospital after a short illness, of Carlbury Crescent, Darlington. Fred, aged 72 years, beloved husband of the late Jean, dearly loved father of Mark and Sue, father-in-law of David, also a much loved grandad of Michael and Paul. Funeral Tuesday December 4. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 11.45 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations may be sent for St. Teresa's Hospice, The Woodlands, 91 Woodland Road, Darlington DL3 7UA.

NIGHTINGALE Darlington November 25. Lily, aged 82 years. Died peacefully at North Park Care Home, (formerly of Sadberge). Beloved wife of the late Arthur, dearly loved mother of Hazel and Heather, mother-in-law of Gordon, also a loving grandmother, great-grandmother and dear sister to Violet. Funeral Monday, December 3. Would friends kindly meet for service in Darlington Cremator-ium, 3.45 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be sent to, North Park Residents Fund, I'Anson Street, Darlington. DL3 0SW, or a plate will be provided at the crematorium.

NUNNS November 23, (peace-fully, in hospital), of Northallerton. Ronald (Ron), aged 76 years. Beloved husband of the late Barbara, dearly loved dad of Richard and Jane, a much loved grandad. Private funeral service to be held today Friday November 30.

OAKLEY Alma Jean (nee Steph- enson), aged 78 years, of Richmond, died suddenly at home on November 27. Dearly beloved wife of the late George and a loving sister, sister-in-law, auntie and great-auntie. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday, December 6 at 2.15 p.m. Friends please meet at the Crematorium Chapel. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations for The Yorkshire Air Ambulance may be given on the plate provided at the Crematorium Chapel or alternatively send care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

OUGHTON November 28, (at home), of Coundon, Bishop Auckland, (formerly of Chester-le-Street). John, (Jack), aged 82 years. A devoted friend and companion of Doreen. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium Wednesday for a service and committal at 1.00 p.m. No flowers by request.

OWEN November 23, peacefully at home, after a difficult illness. William John, aged 49 years, of St. Helens Auckland. Devoted husband of Ann, proud dad to John and Nicola, dear father-in-law to Jan, also a much loved son, brother, brother-in-law and uncle. To be received into St. Helen's Church at 6.00 p.m. on Thursday, November 29. Requiem Mass on Friday, November 30 at 10.00 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Will friends please meet at church. No flowers by request. Donations in lieu may, if desired, be sent to Mr. J. Owen, 14 Beaumont Street, Bishop Auckland, DL14 6BJ for the Motor Neurone Association.

OWEN November 23, peacefully at home, after a difficult illness. William John, aged 49 years, of St. Helens Auckland. Devoted husband of Ann, proud dad to John and Nicola, dear father-in-law to Jan, also a much loved son, brother, brother-in-law and uncle. To be received into St. Helen's Church at 6.00 p.m. on Thursday, November 29, followed by Requiem Mass on Friday, November 30 at 10.00 a.m. Will friends please meet at church. No flowers by request. Donations in lieu may, if desired, be sent to Mr. J. Owen, 14 Beaumont Street, Bishop Auckland, DL14 6BJ for the Motor Neurone Association.

PEARCE Elizabeth, late of Easington. peacefully in the Craigarran Care Home, after a long illness, on November 22, aged 73 years. Marie, a beloved wife of the late Fred. A service and cremation will be held on Thursday at Durham Crematorium at 10.30 a.m. Relatives and friends are kindly invited, please meet at the crematorium chapel.

PERANGIE November 27, of Coundon. Peacefully surrounded by all his family. John Gaston, (Johnny), aged 65 years. Dearly beloved husband of Sheila, much loved dad of Juliet, John, Michael, Sheila and Catherine, father-in-law to John, Dawn, Hayley, Nigel and Jason, devoted granda and a good friend of Stephen. Will friends please meet for Requiem Mass in St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Coundon at 9.30 a.m. on Wednesday December 5, followed by cremation at Durham. R.I.P.

PETTET November 25, in South Church Nursing Home (late of West Auckland). Williamina, aged 89 years dearly beloved wife of the late Arthur, much loved mother of Jennifer and James also a dear mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grand mother. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 3.30 p.m. on Monday December 3. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to the Diabetic Association. Plate provided at the Crematorium.

PLOWS November 21 (peacefully at home), of Back Lane, Sowerby, Thirsk. Florence May (Flo), aged 82 years, beloved wife of the late Dave, loving mum of Mary, Linda and Jacqueline, a dear mother-in-law, nana and great-granny. The funeral service will be held at St. Oswald's Church, Sowerby on Tuesday, December 4 at 1.00 p.m., followed by private cremation. No flowers please. Donations in memory may be made to Yorkshire Cancer Research.

POOLE (nee Shaw) November 23, suddenly at home, formerly of Haughton, Darlington. Jeanette, aged 55 years, much loved mam of Johnathan, Rachel, Geoffrey and Daniel, loving grandma of Charlie, Levi, Callum and Samuel and will be sadly missed by Norman. Funeral Friday, December 7. Friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, Haughton at 12.15 p.m., followed by cremation.

PYBUS November 26, (in hospital), of Shafto House, Newton Aycliffe. Edna, aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Fred and a dear mother of Alan and David, also a much loved mother-in-law, gran and great-gran. Cortege leaving residence of her son, Macmillan Road, Newton Aycliffe at 12.50 p.m. on Monday December 3, for service in Burnhill Way Methodist Church at 1.00 p.m. followed by committal at Durham Crematorium.

QUAL Violet On November 26, peacefully in hospital. Vi aged 88 years, of Darlington, dearly beloved wife of the late Hans, much loved mother of Chris, mother-in-law of Christ-ine, adored nana of Ben. Funeral Monday, December 3. Would friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 3.15 p.m., prior to cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to St. Teresa's Hospice, The Woodlands, 91 Woodland Road, Darlington DL3 7UA.

RICHARDSON November 26, suddenly, of South View Lane, Leyburn. Ruby, aged 63 years, a beloved wife of Barry, a dearly loved mother of Caroline, Malcolm and Karen and a very dear mother-in-law and nanna. Funeral service at St. Matthew's Church, Leyburn on Wednesday, December 5 at 12.30 p.m., followed by private family committal. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to be shared between Church Funds, The Great North Air Ambulance and Diabetes Research. (Plate in Church). Friends please meet at the Church.

RICHARDSON Passed away on November 22, of Bishop Middleham, (formerly of Ferryhill). Veronica Elsie, (Vera), aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of John, dear mother of Norma, mother-in-law of David and grandmother of Simon and Caroline. Would friends please meet for service on Friday November 30, at 10.00 a.m. at Durham Crematorium Chapel.

RICHARDSON November 18 (peacefully in Grosvenor Park Care Home), formerly of West View, Darlington. Dulcie, aged 81 years, wife of the late Donald, dearly loved mother of Diane, also loving grandma of Lauren and Fern. Funeral Friday, November 30. Would friends please meet 11.00 a.m. for service at Holy Trinity Church, Woodland Road, prior to private cremation.

RIVERS On November 25, of Spennymoor. Joan (nee Miller), aged 75 years, beloved wife of the late Samuel, a dearly loved mam of David, Gordon, Brian, Christopher and Anthony, a loving mother-in-law, a much loved nana and a dear sister-in-law and aunt. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium Friday for a service and committal at 11.00 a.m.

ROBERTS November 20, peacefully at home, of Spennymoor. Hannah (Nan, nee Atkins), aged 89 years, much loved wife of Fred, a dearly loved mam of David and Hazel also an adored nan of Georgina, Chantelle and Alexis. Would family and friends please meet for service at St. Paul's Church, Spennymoor on Thursday, November 29 at 2.00 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only, by request. All donations to St. Paul's Church Fund.

ROBINSON November 23, suddenly, of Herb House Barn, Barmpton, Darlington. Edward Francis (Eddie), aged 51 years, beloved husband of Janet, dearly loved father of Robert and Paige, loving son of Herbert and the late Margaret, also a much loved brother of Chris tine, Keith, Janice and Alan. Funeral Wednesday December 5. Friends please meet for service in St. Cuthbert's Church at 12.45 p.m., followed by cremation.

ROBINSON November 27, peacefully, at Bowburn Nursing Home, formerly of Dean Bank Grange, Ferryhill. Edna, aged 96 years, beloved wife of the late Walter, a dear mother of Derek and Alan, dearest mother-in-law to Florence and Ruth, grandmother to Ian and friend to Dianne. Would friends please meet for service at St. Luke's Church, Ferryhill on Thursday, December 6 at 1.45 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only.

ROBINSON November 28, of Newton Aycliffe. Richard Alan, aged 64 years, beloved husband of Maureen, stepdad to Craig and Darren, brother-in-law to Terry and Sheila, also a dear uncle to Sharon and Mark. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 3.00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 5. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Liver and Kidney Foundation, a collection plate is provided at the crematorium.

SEDGWICK Jack, aged 95 years, of Masham, died peacefully in his sleep on November 24, 2007. Beloved husband of the late Winnie, dear father of Barbara, grandfather of Roger and Simon and a much loved great-grandfather. Funeral service at Stonefall Crematorium, Harrogate on Monday, December 3 at 11.40 a.m. Family flowers only please. Friends please meet at the Crematorium Chapel.

SHEVELS (nee Wood) On November 25, died suddenly. Marie, aged 50 years, of Shotton Colliery, a much loved mother of the late David, also a beloved sister and aunt. Friends please meet for service at St. Saviour's Church, Shotton Colliery, Tuesday, December 4 11.00 a.m., prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium. No flowers please by request. Donations, if so desired, to Glendene School, Easington Colliery.

SLATER Reginald George, died peacefully at Chisle-hurst, November 21, aged 97 years. Beloved husband of the late Alice, loving dad to Derek and Joan, father-in-law to Eric and Mary and much loved grandad and great-grandad. Friends please meet 11.15 a.m. Friday, November 30 at St. John's Church, Nevilles Cross followed by cremation. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Harris HospisCare, Caritas House, Tregony Road, Orpington, Kent, BR6 9XA.

SMITH November 25, suddenly, but peacefully, in hospital of Brandon. Edward, aged 84 years, beloved husband of Joan, loving dad of Edward and Paul, dearest father-in-law of Barbara, a dear granda of Vicky and Claire and great-granda of Megan, also a dear brother of Jimmy. Would friends please meet for service on Monday, December 3 at 10.00 a.m. at Durham Crematorium Chapel. All welcome for refreshments at The Red Oaks, Brandon.

STEBBINGS November 25, peacefully, of Eastern Avenue, Langley Park. Alf, aged 80 years, beloved husband of the late Jean, a dear dad of Yvonne, Brian and Sharon, also a much loved grandad of Lisa, Michael, Dawn, Abbie, Degon and Daniel. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Thursday, November 29 at 1.00 p.m.

STOBART November 22, peacefully, formerly of Ferryhill. Patricia (nee Howe), a beloved wife of the late George, a loving mam of Margaret, John and Patricia, a devoted grandma of Sean, Lee, Catherine and Gemma and great-grandma of Finley. Friends please meet for service at Christ Church, North Shields on Wednesday, November 28 at 2.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Tynemouth Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to the British Heart Foundation, 76a Nicholson Terrace, Forest Hall.

STOKER November 29, peacefully at home in Crook. Melvyn, aged 63 years, beloved husband of Sheila, devoted dad of Jason and Gareth, dear father-in-law to Wilma and Claire, loving granda to Charlie and Bobby, also a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in St. Catherine's Church, Crook at 12.30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 5, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be given for Cancer Relief.

STOTT November 24, suddenly in hospital, of Rydal Road, Darlington. James David, aged 18 months, beloved son of Jimmy and Wendy and also a much loved grandson, great-grandson, nephew and cousin. Always be there. Never be forgotten. Rest in peace. Funeral Monday, December 3. Friends please meet for service in St. John's Church at 11.15 a.m., followed by interment in West Cemetery.

STRAKER Billy, a much loved and deeply missed friend of Billy and Elaine. Goodnight God Bless Uncle Bill from Kayleigh and Billy Junior.

STRAKER November 28, peacefully at home, of Laburnum Terrace Shotton Colliery and late of Peterlee. William (Bill), aged 56 years, a dearly beloved husband of Susan (nee Brown) and much loved dad of Kevin, Mark and Angela, also a dearest and devoted grandad. Friends please meet on Tuesday December 4 for service at 1.00 p.m. at St. Saviour's Church, Shotton Colliery. Cremation to follow at Durham Crematorium. Enquiries to Ivan Cochrane Funeral Directors. Tel: (0191) 5862136.

SUTTILL On November 27, at The Friary Hospital, Richmond, formerly of Coverlea, Carlton. Annie, aged 91 years, beloved wife of the late Alf, dearly loved mother of Ronnie, Christine, Eva, Malcolm and Cynthia and a very dear mother-in-law, grandma, great-grandma and sister. Funeral service at Carlton Methodist Chapel on Saturday, December 1 at 12.00 noon, followed by family interment. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to be shared between The Friary Hospital and Leyburn Medical Practice. (Plate in Chapel). Friends please meet at the Chapel.

TALLENTIRE November 24, of Evenwood. Margaret, aged 82 years, beloved wife of the late Arthur, devoted mam of Ann, Linda and Marion, a dear mother-in-law, much loved and loving gran and great-gran, treasured sister to Maureen, also a dear sister-in-law and aunt. Will friends please meet for service in St. Paulinus R.C. Church, St. Helens at 9.30 a.m. on Friday, November 30, followed by interment in Evenwood Cemetery.

TAYLOR George Burn Died November 21, (in hospital), aged 85 years, of Kelloe. Dearly loved husband of Grace, loving dad, grandad, great-grandad, brother and uncle. Would friends meet at St. Paul's Methodist Chapel, Kelloe at 10.30 a.m. on Thursday November 29, followed by interment at Kelloe Cemetery. Everyone welcome afterwards at Kelloe W.M.C. Family flowers only, donations to Alzheimers Society or British Heart Foundation, (plate in chapel).

TAYLOR November 25, of Willington. Mary, aged 92 years, devoted wife of the late George, beloved mother of Susan and John, dear mother-in-law to Brenda, also a much loved and loving gran and great-gran. Will friends please meet for service in Willington Methodist Church, Lydia Street at 11.45 a.m. on Friday, November 30, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations may, if desired, be given for Weardale Community Hospital.

TEALE Patterson (Bert) On November 24, peacefully at James Cook Hospital, Middlesbrough, former gamekeeper of Swinton Estate, aged 96 years. Beloved husband of the late Mary Jane (Nellie), dear uncle of Bill, Iris and family. Funeral service to be held at St. Mary's Church, Masham on Saturday, December 1 at 2.00 p.m.

TEASDALE Mary (nee Weir) aged 86 years, of Woodland died peacefully in hospital on November 26, surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of the late John Joseph Teasdale, much loved and respected mam of Leonard, Sylvia and Mervyn, dear mother-in-law to Charles friend of Shirley, devoted nana of Chris, Claire, Karen, Adrian, Sarah and Helen, adored gran of Brogan, Callum, Thomas, Regan and Thea. "She loved them all dearly", also a much loved sister, sister-in-law and aunt. At Mary's request a funeral service for family only will take place at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday, December 4 at 11.00 a.m., followed by a Service of Thanksgiving at Woodland Methodist Chapel at 12.15 p.m. Friends please meet at the Chapel. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations may be given on the plate provided in the Chapel for Woodland Chapel and Woodland Village Hall Funds. Mary was a special lady and will be greatly missed.

THOMPSON On November 28, late of Alcote Grove, Shotton Colliery. Thomas Raymond aged 82 years, a dearly beloved husband of the late Gladys, much loved dad of Geraldine, Robert, Vivienne and the late Colin, dear father-in-law of Paddy, Mary and Jack, also a devoted grandad and great-grandad to all the family. Friends please meet on Tuesday December 4 at 9.45 a.m. for service and interment at St. Saviour's Church, Shotton Colliery. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to the Macmillan Nurses, care of Ivan Cochrane at Cochrane's Funeral Directors. Tel: (0191) 5862136.

TRELFER Vera On November 25, peacefully at Long Meadow Nursing Home, Ripon, aged 85 years. Vera Trelfer, formerly of Catterick Village and Stokesley. Dearly loved wife of the late Ken, much loved mother of Judy, Pat and Ken, dear mother-in-law of John, Liz and the late Noel, devoted gran to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Service and cremation at Harrogate Crematorium on Tuesday December 4, at 11.40 a.m. Family flowers only by request, donations if desired for Save The Children. Plate provided at the service.

UMPLEBY Margaret of Northaller ton. Died peacefully with her family on November 29, 2007, aged 76 years. She will be sadly missed by her family and many friends. The funeral service will take place at All Saint's Parish Church, Northallerton on Thursday, December 6, at 12.00 noon followed by interment. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given to, The Herriot Hospice Home Care and Marie Curie.

WALKER November 27, peacefully at Sedgefield Community Hospital. Rhoda, aged 86 years, of Ferryhill. Beloved wife of the late Les, loving mam of Ann, Les and Susan, dear mother-in-law of Colin and Pat and a much loved nana, great-nana and great-great-nana. Would friends please meet for service on Wednesday, December 5 at 10.00 a.m. at Durham Crematorium Chapel. No flowers by request.

WEBB November 23, in hospital, of Staindrop Crescent, Darlington. Ray, aged 81 years, beloved husband of the late June, dearly loved father of Pauline and Christine, father-in-law of Robert and Steve, also a much loved grandad and great-grandad. Funeral Friday, November 30. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 11.15 a.m.

WHALEY (nee Shields) November 24, suddenly at home, of Denton Close Darlington. Eileen, aged 84 years, beloved wife of the late Dougie, much loved mother of Nigel, Joyce and the late David and dear sister of Margie, Mick and the late Bob and Kath. Funeral Monday, December 3. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be sent for St. Teresa's Hospice, The Woodlands, 91 Woodland Road, Darlington DL3 7UA.

WILKINSON (nee Gittins) November 21, peacefully but suddenly in hospital, of Greencroft Court, Darlington (formerly of Berkeley Road). Jean, aged 81 years, beloved wife of George, beloved mum of Elaine and husband Steve, beloved grandma of Michael, Andrew, Sophie and Lucy and sister to Stan. Funeral Friday, November 30. Friends please meet for service in St. Columba's Church, Clifton Avenue at 12.30 p.m., followed by cremation. Donations, if desired, may be left in church for Church Funds. Special thanks to all intermediate care staff on community, I.C.S. at Eastbourne Rehabilit-ation, all carers from Seraph, district nurses and staff providing 24 hour care, all other Health Care professionals who helped with mum and Dr. Uitenbosch. Thank you all for being so kind and caring.

WILLIAMS November 25 (suddenly) of Bishop Auckland. Michael Edward, aged 34 years, beloved son of Ted and Anne, brother of Carol, loving father of Karla and Kray, uncle of Ellis and Lucymae, also a dear nephew and cousin. Will friends please meet for service in Woodhouse Close Church at 12.00 noon on Monday, December 3, followed by private cremation. Very Sadly Missed

WOOD November 24, suddenly in hospital. Thomas Arthur, aged 76 years, brother of the late Leslie and Doreen, also a much loved uncle and great-uncle. Funeral Tuesday, December 4. Would friends please meet 10.15 a.m. for service at Darlington Crema-torium. No flowers by request. Donations to R.N.I.B.

WOOD November 28 (peacefully in hospital), of Windsor Court, Croxdale. Jane (Jenny), aged 89 years, beloved wife of the late Jim, much loved mother of Jane, Stuart, Angela and Colin and a loving mother-in-law, nana and great-nana. Would friends please meet for service at St. Bartholomew's Church, Croxdale on Friday, December 7 at 2.20 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, for St. Bartholomew's Church Funds.

WYNNE (nee Partridge) On November 22, 2007, peacefully in St. Teresa's Hospice. Olwyn, aged 77 years, treasured wife of the late Mike, loving mother and mother-in-law of Judy and Mike, Gill and Tony, adored granny of Russel, Jessica, Philip and the late Emily. Funeral Monday, December 3. Would friends please meet 11.15 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

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