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ALDERSON December 18, of Mill Cottage, Gayle. Brian, aged 66 years, died peacefully at home, a much loved friend of Linda, a dearly loved brother of Mary and a very dear uncle. Funeral service at Gayle Chapel Saturday, December 22 at 12.00 noon, followed by burial at the Methodist Cemetery, Hawes. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Gayle Chapel and the Mowbray Suite, Friarage Hospital.

AMBLER Susan, of West Tanfield, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, December 18, 2007 aged 41 years. A loving wife of Simon and mum to Daniel, Ben and many others. Funeral service to be held at St. Nicholas Parish Church, West Tanfield on Thursday, December 27 at 11.00 a.m.

ANDERSON On December 17, peacefully at home in Morton-on-Swale. Bill, aged 82 years, dearly loved husband of Barbara, loving father of Eileen, father-in-law of Chris and a dear grandad to Samantha, Anthony, Becky and Jonathan. Funeral service to take place in St. Helen's Church, Ainderby Steeple on Friday, December 21 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment. Family flowers only but donations, if wished, may be given for the Herriot Hospice Homecare.

ANDREW December 15, of Inglenook, Worton. Cicely Mary, aged 84 years. Beloved wife of Tom, dearly loved mother of Beryl and Jean, mother-in-law of Lawrence and Keith, much loved grandmother and great-grandmother and a dear sister of Eppie. Family cremation at Darlington Crematorium Monday December 24, at 10.15 a.m. followed by service of thanksgiving at Aysgarth Chapel, 12.30 p.m. Family flowers only, donations if desired for, Aysgarth Chapel and Aysgarth Surgery.

ANDREW On December 15, of Inglenook Worton. Cicely Mary, aged 84 years, beloved wife of Tom, dearly loved mother of Beryl and Jean, mother-in-law of Lawrence and Keith, a much loved grandmother and great-grandmother and a dear sister of Eppie. Family cremation at Darlington Crematorium Monday, December 24 at 10.15 a.m., followed by Service of Thanksgiving at Aysgarth Chapel at 12.30 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for Aysgarth Chapel and Aysgarth Surgery.

ANSBRO Maurice, died December 15, 2007. Rest in peace Maurice. Goodnight God Bless. Remember you always. Jean, Nita, Jim and families

APPLETON December 14, of Bishop Auckland. John, aged 75 years, beloved husband of Valerie, devoted dad of Jonathan, also a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, Bishop Auckland, at 2.30 p.m. on Thursday, December 27, followed by cremation at Durham.

BANKS Newton Aycliffe December 17, peacefully. Sheila (nee Whale), aged 70 years, dearly loved wife of Richard, a much loved mam of Ursula and Andrew, a dear mother-in-law of Graham and Tina and a special grandma of Lewis and Erika, Kira and Leah. Funeral Monday December 24. Would friends kindly meet for service in St. Clare's Church at 10.15 a.m., followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu in aid of Cancer Research U.K. will be accepted by Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington DL3 9EL. Tel: (01325) 482999.

BARNES (nee Neil) December 16 (unexpect-edly in hospital), of Stapleton, Darlington, formerly of New Lanark, Scotland. May, aged 78 years, beloved wife of Bob, a loving mam of Robert and Janet, mother-in-law of Tony and much loved granny of Sammi and Rosie. Would friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday, December 27 at 1.45 p.m. Floral tributes may be sent to John Meynell Funeral Service, 150 North Road, Darlington.

BARNES Jean, aged 76 years, of Bishop Auckland, died peacefully in hospital on December 16. Beloved wife of the late Tom, much loved mam of Robert and Christine, a dear mother-in-law to Ann and the late Geoff and a loving nana to Helen, Robert and Josh. Funeral service at Durham Crematorium on Friday, December 21 at 9.30 a.m. Friends please meet at the Crematorium Chapel. Family flowers only please, if desired donations for Cancer Research U.K. may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, 8 Kensington South, Cockton Hill Road, Bishop Auckland DL14 6JA.

BARTON December 12, peacefully in hospital, of Rye Hill, Darlington. Brian, aged 70 years, dearly loved husband of Margaret (Peggy), much loved dad of Karen, Kevin and the late Neil, dear brother of Alan, brother-in-law of Vera and loving grandad of Matthew, Gabrielle and Joe. Funeral Friday, December 21. Friends please meet for service in St. Matthew and St. Luke's Church at 10.30 a.m., followed by cremation.

BATES December 8, of Todd Hills. Isobel (nee Elliott), dearly beloved wife of the late George Henry. Will friends please meet for service in St. Stephen's Church, Willington at 9.00 a.m. on Thursday, January 3, followed by interment in All Saints' Cemetery, Jesmond, Newcastle-upon-Tyne.

BELL December 16, (peace fully, in hospital), of Albert Street, Shildon. Alan, dearly loved husband of Pauline, much loved dad of Stephen and Julie, also a devoted granda. Will friends please meet for service and cremation at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday December 20, at 9.45 a.m.

BLADES Ken on December 19, suddenly, aged 71 years, of Harper Bungalows, Wheatley Hill, a dear husband of Mary, loving dad of Colin, a dear father-in-law of Deb also a dear brother of Maureen. Service to take place at All Saints' Church, Wheatley Hill on Monday, December 24 at 2.00 p.m., prior to interment at Wheatley Hill Cemetery. All friends are kindly invited, please meet at the Church. No flowers by request please. Donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to the Macmillan Nurses c/o R.G. Bennett Funeral Director, 38 Middle Street, Blackhall. Tel: (0191) 5184012.

BODEN December 16, of Witton-le-Wear, formerly of West Yorkshire. Mary, aged 100 years, beloved wife of the late Thomas, devoted mum of Pat and Brenda, a dear mother-in-law, also a much loved and loving grandma and great-grandma. Will friends please meet for service in Witton-le-Wear Methodist Church at 2.30 p.m. on Friday, December 21, followed by interment in Witton-le-Wear Cemetery.

BORSBERRY Sadly died on December 18. Pat, aged 64 years, of Newton Aycliffe. A devoted and much loved nana and great-nana. Will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Friday, December 28. Would friends please meet 10.00 a.m. for service at Durham Crematorium.

BOWE December 17, peacefully in Greenwell House, Bedale. Mildred (Millie), aged 98 years, beloved wife of the late Philip, loving aunt of Joan, Joyce, Sandra and Ann. Funeral service to be held at Wycar Methodist Church on Friday, December 21 at 2.00 p.m., followed by interment. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to a charity of the family's choice.

BOWES December 12, Barbara, aged 61 years, of Bleak Terrace, Cockfield after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved wife of Norman, dearest mam of David, Kathleen and Mark, loving grandma to Matthew and Madeleine and mother-in-law to Gerry and Gail. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Friday, December 21 at 11.45 a.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, may be given at the crematorium for Bishop Auckland Butterwick Hospice and Macmillan Nurses.

BROWN December 16, of Rosemead Avenue, Willington. Patricia (Pat), aged 67 years, dearly loved wife of Ken, special sister of Billy, dear sister-in-law of Anne, also a devoted aunt and a dear friend to all. Friends please meet for service at Willington Methodist Church on Friday, December 21 at 11.45 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham. No flowers by request please. Donations in lieu to Weardale Community Hospital may be left in chapel. All are welcome for refreshments afterwards at the chapel hall.

BROWN Patricia Auntie Tricia, you were a very special little lady, we will miss you so much. All our love, goodnight, God bless. Joanne, Darren, Rachel and Josh.

BROWN Tricia A very dear aunt who will be greatly missed by Susan and Chris, Deborah and Jeff, also a treasured auntie of Hollie, Martin, Laura and Jamie. God Bless.

COATES Ray, aged 68 years, suddenly on December 19, of Malvern Crescent, Darlington. Dearly loved husband of Margaret, much loved dad of Philip, devoted grandad of Emily and Liam and a dear brother. Funeral Thursday, December 27. Would friends please meet for service in St. Mary's Church, Cockerton at 11.00 a.m., followed by cremation. Flowers may be sent care of Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington, DL3 9EL. Tel. (01325) 482999.

COOPER On December 12, of Coundon Grange. John, aged 59 years. Will all friends and family meet for a service in South Church Cemetery at 10.00 a.m. on Monday, December 24.

CRAVEN December 16 (suddenly at home), of Spenny-moor. David, aged 92 years, beloved husband of Nellie, a dearly loved dad of Lesley and Colin and a much loved grandad of Luke. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium on Monday, December 24 for a service and committal at 1.00 p.m.

CROFT On December 16, of Lowthorpe, East Witton (formerly of High Newstead Farm, Jervaulx). John William (Bill) MBE, aged 82 years, beloved husband of the late June Croft, dearly loved father of Martin and Jill and a very dear father-in-law and grandad. Funeral service and interment at St. John's Church, East Witton on Thursday, December 20 at 1.00 p.m. Friends please meet at the church.

DAWSON December 14, of Bishop Auckland. Renee, aged 83 years. Beloved sister of Betty and the late Pat and Mollie, also a much loved aunt. Friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, South Church on Thursday December 20, at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only please.

DIXON On December 12 (peacefully in hospital), of Mount Drive, Leyburn and formerly of Halfpenny House. Freda, aged 84 years, dearly loved wife of Joe, very dear mother of Mary, Ella and Jean, much loved mother-in-law of Geoff, Tom and John, treasured grandma of Stuart, Alison, Jean, Thomas, Karen, Rachael and Laura, loving great-grandma of Maisie and Charlotte and beloved sister of Stanley and William. Funeral service to be held at St. Michael and All Angels' Church, Downholme on Wednesday, December 19 at 1.00 p.m., followed by interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only please, however, donations in memory of Freda, if so desired, may be given at the service for the Church and Yorkshire Cancer Research. Will friends please meet at the church and accept this intimation.

DUKES December 14, of South Church, Bishop Auckland. Sarah (nee Chappell), aged 69 years, beloved wife of Derek, devoted mam of Karen, Angela, Catherine and William, a dear mother-in-law, much loved and loving grannie and great-grannie, also a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Will friends please meet for service in St. Anne's Church, Bishop Auckland at 12.45 p.m. on Friday, December 21, followed by interment in Bishop Auckland Town Cemetery.

DUNN December 16, (peace fully, at home). Marjorie, aged 84 years, of High Shincliffe. Beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Thursday December 20, at 12.30 p.m. Family flowers only please, with donations in lieu if desired to, Cancer Research U.K. c/o, Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Gilesgate, Durham.

DUNN In Scarborough Hospital, on December 19. Russell, aged 85 years (formerly of Chilton), beloved husband of the late Ada and most dearly loved father of Russell (Junior) and Deborah, father-in-law of Dennis and much loved by Tracey. At his own request, the funeral service and interment will take place at St. Hilda's Church, Sherburn on Monday, December 31 at 1.00 p.m.

DUNNING Lilian, aged 87 years, on December 16, peacefully at St. Helen's Nursing Home, formerly of Cockfield. Dearly loved wife of Albert, much loved mam of Michael, Anthony and Barbara, dear mother-in-law of Marjorie, Cynthia and John and adored nana. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Cockfield on Thursday, December 27 at 1.30 p.m., followed by interment in the Cemetery. Friends please meet at the Church. Family flowers only please, donations if desired may be given for Church Funds.

DURRANT Josiah The family regretfully announce that Joe passed away on Friday, December 14. Funeral Monday, December 24. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 2.45 pm

EADIE Suddenly in hospital on December 17, of Woodland Road, Esh Winning (formerly of Gilesgate). Jennie, aged 76 years, beloved wife of the late Robert, dearly loved mam of Margaret and Pamela and will be sadly missed by all her family. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Thursday, December 27 at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations to the R.N.I.B. may be given after the service.

ELDRIDGE December 15, suddenly at home. Charles, aged 78 years of Front Street, Pity Me, beloved husband of the late Anne, a dear dad and grandad, also a much loved brother-in-law. Friends please meet for service at St. Giles' Church, Gilesgate Friday, December 21 at 12.00 noon, followed by interment in Belmont Cemetery.

ELLIS December 18 (suddenly at home), at Woodham. Arthur Richard, aged 62 years, dearly loved partner of Vera, much loved son of Sid and Muriel, dear brother of Linda and David, loving father of Michelle and Louise and grandad to Danny, Skye and Beth. Funeral Thursday, December 27. Friends please meet for service at St. Clare's Church, Newton Aycliffe at 2.00 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be sent for St. Teresa's Hospice, The Woodlands, 91 Woodland Road, Darlington, DL3 7UA.

FIELDSEND Nee Bradwell, Chrissie (Kitty), aged 94 years, Salvation Army, Witton Park. Wife of the late William Fieldsend. Passed over peacefully in hospital in Inverness with her loving family around her. Now in God's hands. Will be very sadly missed. Bill Annals (nephew) and family.

FLETCHER December 17, in hospital of Stockton (formerly of Darlington). Brenda (nee Cooke), beloved wife of Bill, dearly loved mother of Guy, loving step mother of Jean and Paul dear step mother-in-law of Chris and a much loved nana Brenda of Sarah and Anna. Funeral Thursday, December 27. Friends please meet for service in St. Bede's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium at 11.00 a.m. and afterwards are invited to Eaglescliffe Golf Club. Family flowers only please. Donations may be sent for the Rheumatology Arthritis Depart-ment, University Hospital of North Tees.

GASH December 16, of Shildon, formerly of Witton Park. Marjorie, aged 74 years, dearly beloved wife of the late Alfred, much loved mam of Joe and Mabel, also a dear grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt. Will friends please meet for service in St. Paul's Church, Witton Park at 9.00 a.m. on Friday, December 21, followed by interment in Witton Park Cemetery.

GOOLD (nee Nodding) December 17 (unexpect-edly at home) in Newton Aycliffe, formerly of Shildon. Marian aged 60 years, a loving mam of Patrick and Gillian, a much loved mother-in-law of Wendy and Steve, nan of Carrie and Poppy and also a dear sister. Would friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday December 27 at 11.15 a.m. Floral tributes may be sent to John Meynell Funeral Service, Stephenson Way, Newton Aycliffe.

GRAHAM December 18 at Portland House, Willington. Gladys, aged 92 years, beloved wife of the late Chris also a dearly loved aunt. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Monday December 24 at 9.30 a.m.

GRAHAM December 14, peacefully, of Milbank Crescent, Darlington. Marjorie, beloved wife of Thomas William, most dearly loved mother of Alison, Jeannie and Stuart, a loving grandma of Eleanor, much loved daughter of Jeannie and dear sister of Jean and Bill. Funeral Friday, December 21. Friends please meet for service in Holy Trinity Church at 12.30 p.m., followed by private family interment. Family flowers only. Donations may be sent for the Multiple Sclerosis Society, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darling-ton, DL3 7JR.

GRIFFITHS On December 19, after a long illness, of Winchester Court, Spennymoor. Ian, aged 58 years, dearly loved husband of Christine, much loved dad of Claire, Barry and Glen, a dear brother of Sandra, Julie and Shirley and will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Would friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Friday, December 28 at 11.00 a.m. Friends welcome for refreshments at The Ash Tree, Carr Lane afterwards. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given after the service for Cancer Research U.K.

HACKWORTH On Friday, December 14, suddenly at home. Lynne, aged 46 years, of Fishburn, previously of Trimdon, beloved daughter of John and Kath leen and dear friend to Suzi and family. Funeral service to take place on Friday, December 21 at 10.00 a.m. in Trimdon Station Methodist Church. Friends please meet at Church. Family flowers only by request.

HARE Suddenly on December 14, after a long illness, of Station Town, Wingate. John (Jack), aged 69 years, dearly beloved husband of Dorothy, a loving dad of John and Brian and a much loved grandad and brother. Cremation Durham Crematorium Wednesday, December 19. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at Holy Trinity Church, Wingate at 10.40 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired, to charity, c/o John. All enquiries to East Durham Funeral Service Ltd. Tel. (0191) 5864322.

HARROP It is with deepest sadness and regret that we announce the death of Maria Joanna who passed away aged 67 years from a broken heart, surrounded by her loving family on December 16, 2007 on her forty sixth wedding anniversary. A devoted wife to the late Anthony, a loved and cherished mam to Grace, Alex, Billy Boy, Joanne, Anthony and John Boy, a loved and loving granny to Nathan, Lee, Coralena, Jade Marie, Martina, Tara, Shelby, Amy, Maria, Chelsea, Anna Leigh, Chloe, Naomi, Elizabeth, Tear and Courtney, also a dear mother-in-law to Brian, Linda, Fiona, Ray and Brenda, a loving sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Interment Saturday December 22, in Bishop Auckland Cemetery. Cortege leaving residence at 11.45 a.m. for a Requiem Mass in St. Mary's R.C. Church, Bishop Auckland at 12.00 noon. On whose Soul sweet Jesus have Mercy.

HARROP Maria and Big Anthony reunited December 16. The perfect end to the perfect love story.

HENDERSON Peacefully at Queen Margaret Hospital, Dunfermline, on Tuesday November 27, 2007 in her 95th year. Marie (nee Walton) beloved wife of the late Arnold, loving mum of the late Peter and much loved gran, great-gran, sister and aunt of all the family. Funeral service took place on Tuesday December 4 at Dunfermline Crematorium.

HODGSON December 14, of Bishop Auckland. Gordon (Dukey), aged 75 years, after a long illness borne with great courage and dignity. Beloved husband of Anne, devoted dad of Dawn and Jackie, dear father-in-law to John and Richard, a much loved grandad, great-grandad and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in St. Anne's Church, Bishop Auckland at 12.30 p.m. on Thursday, December 20, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations c/o the family may be given for the Butterwick Hospice or Dr. Lamb's Insulin Pump Appeal at Bishop Auckland General Hospital.

HOGGART December 17, peacefully in hospital, of Ferryhill. Margaret (nee Horn), aged 95 years, beloved wife of the late Ralph, a dearly loved mother of Derrick and the late Ralph and a dear mother-in-law of June and the late Louise, cherished grandma of Stephen, Andrew, Dawn and Elaine, also a devoted great-grandma of Jamie, Daniel, Sean, Lauren, Sian and James and a dear sister of Lottie. Would family and friends please meet for service at Ferryhill Methodist Chapel on Thursday, December 27 at 9.45 a.m., followed by interment in Chilton Cemetery.

IBRAHIM (nee Ridley) December 16, (peacefully, in hospital), of Shelley Terrace, Chilton. Gillian, aged 36 years. Beloved wife of Omed, cherished mam of Zara, a much loved daughter of Albert and Joyce and a much loved sister of Robert, Barbara, Carol and Susan and a loving sister-in-law and a specially loved auntie. Would friends please meet for service at Windlestone Methodist Chapel on Friday December 28, at 10.00 a.m. followed by interment in Chilton Cemetery.

JAMES On December 13, of Hamilton Court, Shotton Colliery. David George, aged 78 years, a dearly beloved husband of the late Jenny and a much loved dad of Rita, Wilf and Kevin, father-in-law of Terry, Karen and Angela and a dearest grandad of Gavin, Kyle, Liam, Mark, Stefanie and Samantha. Friends please meet on Wednesday, December 19 at 11.45 a.m. for service at St. Saviour's Church, cremation to follow at Durham Crematorium. Enquiries to Ivan Cochrane Funeral Directors. Tel. (0191) 5862136.

JOHNSON Mary December 15, of Manor House Estate, Hutton Henry. Mary, aged 83 years, dearly beloved wife of Alf, a much loved mam of Alfie, Fred and Robert, a dear mother-in-law of Lorna and Valerie and treasured grandma of David and Rachel. Cremation Hartlepool Crematorium Thursday, December 20. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at the Crematorium at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired to Cancer Research. All enquiries to East Durham Funeral Service Ltd. Tel: (0191) 5864322.

JONES On December 18, suddenly. Lyndon Rhys, aged 67 years, of High Shincliffe, a loving husband of Aileen and a treasured dad of Rachel and Ben, also a dear grandad of Zoe, Oliver and William. Friends please meet for service at St. Mary's Church, Shincliffe on Thursday, December 27 at 12.30 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations to St. Cuthbert's Hospice, if desired.

JONES William Kenneth On December 17, suddenly at home, aged 86 years. William Kenneth Jones, of Baldersby, Thirsk, very dear husband of Kathleen, much loved father of Susan, Gerald and Trevor, father-in-law of Chris and Diana, loving grandfather of Matthew. Service and interment at the Parish Church, Baldersby St. James on Friday, December 21 at 11.00 a.m. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for S.A.N.E. and St. James' Church. Plate provided at the service.

KIPLING On December 13, suddenly in hospital, of St. Oswald's Court, Durham. Violet, aged 83 years, beloved wife of the late Thomas, a much loved mother, nana and great-nana. Would friends please meet for service at St. Oswald's Church, Durham Friday, December 21 at 2.00 p.m., followed by interment in South Road Cemetery.

LAIRD December 17, (suddenly), of Hopelands Court, Heighington. Jean, aged 76 years. Much loved sister to Donald and David, also a dearly loved sister-in-law to Olwen and Sandra. Funeral Friday December 28. Would friends please meet 2.45 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

LAKE Brian FRCPsych. in his 86th year. Formerly Consultant Psychotherapist St. James University Hospital, Leeds. Beloved husband of Dorothy and stepfather to Helen, Priscilla and Lesley. The funeral - Grinton Church, Swaledale, 11.30 a.m. Thursday, December 20. No flowers please, but if desired, donations for The Guntrip Trust may be sent c/o Simon Barningham, Manor Farm, Grinton, Richmond, North Yorkshire, DL11 6HL. Tel. (01748) 884327.

LAKE Brian FRCPsych. in his 86th year. Formerly Consultant Psychotherapist St. James University Hospital, Leeds. Beloved husband of Dorothy and stepfather to Helen, Priscilla and Lesley. The funeral has taken place at Grinton Church, Swaledale. Any donations in memory of Brian, may be sent for The Guntrip Trust, c/o Simon Barningham, Manor Farm, Grinton, Richmond, North Yorkshire, DL11 6HL. Tel. (01748) 884327.

LEE On December 18, in hospital, of Whitwell Court, Gilesgate. Hilda, aged 95 years, devoted wife of the late John (Jack), beloved mam of Chrissie, Vivien and the late John (Jackie), a sadly missed mother-in-law of Norman, also a treasured nanna of Ian, Vicky, Lee, Linda, Janet, Brenda, Geof and Jacqueline, also a loving great-nanna. Will friends please meet for service at St. Cuthbert's Church, North Road, Durham City on Thursday, December 27 at 10.30 a.m., prior to interment in churchyard.

LEWIS December 17, peacefully at home in Bishop Auckland. Harry, aged 73 years, dearly beloved husband of the late Pearl, much loved dad of Mick, Brendan, Harry, Shaun and Pearl, a dear grandad, brother and uncle, also friend and partner of Kathleen. Will friends please meet for service in St. Wilfrid's R.C. Church, Bishop Auckland at 11.00 a.m. on Monday, December 24, followed by interment in Bishop Auckland Cemetery.

LIDDEMENT December 14 (peacefully) of Ferryhill. Ruby Isabel, aged 83 years, beloved wife of the late George Richard, dearly loved mam of Peter and Jan, a much loved nana of Helen and Paul, great-nana to Ben and Auntie Ruby to many. Will friends please meet for service at All Saints' R.C. Church Ferryhill on Friday, December 21 at 10.30 a.m., followed by interment at Chilton Cemetery. Family and friends are welcome for refreshments at the Church Hall.

LLOYD December 16, passed away peacefully in hospital after a long illness bravely borne, of Ferryhill. Hubert (Bert), aged 82 years, much loved husband of Marjorie, a cherished father of Janet and Linda and a dear father-in-law of Richard and Andrew, also a devoted grandad of Elizabeth, Andrew, Gareth and Craig. Would friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Monday, December 24 at 1.30 p.m.

LOCAL On December 15, suddenly in hospital. Muriel, aged 72 years, of Peterlee, loving wife of William, a dear mother of Andrew and Allyson, late leader of the W.R.V.S. of Peterlee and retired magistrate. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Thursday, December 20 at 1.00 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations to Great North Air Ambulance, if desired.

LUKE On December 12. John Arthur, aged 59 years, of Trimdon Colliery. Beloved son of the late George and Mary, very dear brother of George, Mary and Chris, also a dear uncle and great-uncle. Cortege to leave the residence Wednes-day, December 19, 2.30 p.m. for service at Durham Crematorium at 3.00 p.m. Your pain has gone now, God Bless.

MACLEOD Sean We had loads of brilliant times together. Those memories wouldn't be what they are without you. Always there for each other. Miss you so much. Love, Emma, Hayley, Amy, Becci, Amy, Kelly, Faye and Gemma. Sit on the banks and drink for hours.

MARSHALL Harold, of Morton on Swale, died peacefully at home on December 15, 2007, aged 95 years. A loving husband of Joan, a dear father of Alan and Val, a dear grandad of Sam, George, Kate and David. Funeral service will be held at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday, December 20 at 10.15 a.m.

MAUGHAN On December 18, of Hall Avenue, Ushaw Moor. Joyce (nee Johnson), aged 77 years, beloved wife of the late Raymond and a much loved mam, mother-in-law, grandma, great-grandma and sister. Friends please meet for service in St. Joseph's R.C. Church on Saturday, December 22 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in the churchyard. Friends welcome for refreshments in the Parish Centre afterwards. On whose soul sweet Jesus have mercy. R.I.P.

McDONALD On December 17, suddenly at home in Canada. Elsie (nee Parkin), formerly of Bearpark, much loved sister of Mary, Emma, Jean, Anne, Moira, Dorothy, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews. Re-united with Mam, Dad, Tom and Betty. Will be sadly missed

McKEOWN December 18, in hospital, of Barmpton Lane, Darlington. Gladys Annie, aged 93 years, beloved wife of the late George Plews McKeown, dearly loved mother of Alan Melvyn McKeown, a much loved grandmother of Robert, Iain and Julie and great-grandmother of Stephanie, Jade, Thomas and Anna. Funeral Friday, December 28. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 2.15 p.m.

METCALFE Linda, aged 65 years, of Catterick Village on December 8. Dearly loved wife of Hugh, much loved mam of Martin, Wendy, Wayne, Scott, Gemma and Sally and a devoted nana. Funeral service at St. Anne's Church, Catterick Village on Wednesday, December 19 at 12.00 noon, followed by cremation. Friends please meet at the Church. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for Macmillan Cancer Care and The Great North Air Ambulance may be given in Church or sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

MITCHINSON On December 16, peacefully in hospital after an illness bravely borne, of Broomhall Drive, Broompark Estate, Durham. Glenis, aged 60 years, dearly loved wife of Raymond, a much loved mum of Linsey, loving sister of Mary, dear aunt of Lesley and stepdaughter of Pat. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Saturday, December 22 at 9.30 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given after the service for Ataxia U.K.

MITTON December 20 (suddenly in hospital), of West Cornforth. Leslie, aged 78 years, beloved husband of Gladys, a dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle and cousin. Would friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium Chapel on Monday, December 31 at 1.00 p.m. Family flowers only.

MORLAND (nee Kirby) December 15, peacefully at home. Kath, aged 60 years, of Trafford Close, Darlington, beloved wife of Dave, a dearly loved mam of Alan, also a dear sister. Funeral Thursday December 20. Would friends please meet 1.45 p.m. for service at St. Andrew's Church, prior to cremation at Darling-ton.

MULLEY December 12, peacefully in hospital, of Darlington. Edward (Eddie), dearly loved husband of Hilda, dear brother of Gerald and Raymond and a much loved uncle and great-uncle. Funeral Thursday, December 20. Friends please meet for service in All Saints' Church, Blackwell at 3.00 p.m., followed by cremation. No flowers. Donations, if desired, may be given for All Saints' Church.

NICHOL December 19, (suddenly), of Bishop Auckland. Aubrey, aged 58 years. Dearly loved husband of Barbara, devoted dad of Rebecca, loving son of Nancy and the late Jack, loving brother of Colin, dear brother-in-law of Marie, Helen and Rob, also a dear uncle, cousin and friend to many. Would family and friends please meet for service in Woodhouse Close Church on Thursday December 27, at 2.00 p.m. followed by interment in Witton Park Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to, Woodhouse Close Church Funds.

NICHOLSON December 19, peacefully at home. Chris, aged 89 years, of Palmer Road, Newton Aycliffe. A much loved husband of Marjorie, also a loving dad of Paul. Funeral Thursday, December 27. Would friends please meet 10.45 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

O'DONOGHUE December 17, peacefully in hospital. Margaret, aged 88 years, of Rydal Care Home, Darlington. Beloved wife of the late Pat, a dear sister of Doris and the late Jack, Joan and Dennis, also a much loved aunty of Christine and Geraldine. Funeral Monday, December 24. Would friends please meet 10.30 a.m. for service at St. Teresa's R.C. Church, Harris Street, prior to private burial.

PARKER 1914 - 2007 December 18 (peacefully) late Executive Officer of the National Savings Department, Milburngate House, Durham. He came from London in 1963. Vincent Henry, a beloved husband of the late Violet, father to Patricia and grandad to Bridget. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Friday, January 4 at 10.00 a.m. No flowers by request.

PAYNE Benjamin Died December 16, 2007. Much loved father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Rest in Peace dad. God Bless. From daughter Catherine and all his Western Australian family.

PAYNE December 16 (peacefully in hospital), of 7 Garden Terrace, Middleton-in- Teesdale. Benjamin (Ben), in his 101st year, a dearly loved husband of the late Lilian Payne, dear father of Kathryn and Morton, a loving grandfather and great-grandfather and a very dear uncle. Funeral service to be held in the Methodist Church, Middleton-in-Teesdale on Saturday, December 22 at 1.00 p.m., followed by interment in St. Mary's Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for the Friends of Richardson Hospital and the District Nurses may be given in Church or sent care of John Wise, Funeral Director, 16 Stainton, Barnard Castle DL12 8RB.

PERRY On December 16 (peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family), of Dunelm Road, Thornley. Margaret, aged 61 years, devoted wife of Eddie, beloved mam of Les and Steven, a sadly missed mother-in-law of Janet and Annette, also a treasured grandma of Jonathan, Amy, Matthew and Karli. Would friends please meet for service at Sacred Heart and English Martyrs R.C. Church, Thornley on Friday, December 21 at 10.30 a.m., prior to interment in Thornley Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations to Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation, 200 London Road, Liverpool, L3 9TA. Night Night, God Bless

PLEWS December 14, of Tow Law. Jessie (nee Grayson), aged 79 years, beloved wife of Clarence, devoted mam of Norma and Kevin, dear mother-in-law to Brian, a much loved and loving grandma and great-grandma, also a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Will friends please meet for service in St. Philip and St. James' Church, Tow Law at 10.00 a.m. on Thursday, December 20, followed by cremation at Durham.

PLEWS Suddenly on December 14, of Whitesmocks Avenue, Durham. Kathleen (nee Rhodes), aged 67 years, loving mother of Jacqui and David and a dear nana to Georgia and Hannah and a dear sister. Friends please meet for service in St. Godric's R.C. Church on Thursday, December 20 at 12.00 noon, followed by interment in South Road Cemetery.

PRATT December 19, of Oxclose Crescent, Spennymoor. Tommy, aged 81 years, beloved husband of the late June and a dearly loved dad, father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. Would friends please meet in Clarence Street I.M. Church, Friday, December 28 for a service at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in York Hill Cemetery. All enquiries and floral tributes to Gordon Fletcher and Sons, Funeral Directors, Charles Street, Spennymoor. Tel (01388) 420276.

RAPER December 12, of Shildon. Ida, aged 98 years, beloved wife of the late George, devoted mother of Colin and Laurence, also a dearly loved grandmother and great-grandmother. Will all family and friends please meet in Shildon Methodist Church for service at 10.30 a.m. on Friday, December 21, followed by cremation at Durham. By her own request, family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be given for chapel funds.

RILEY On December 14, peacefully. Dorothy, aged 77 years, of Belmont, loving wife of Isaac, also a dear mother of Isaac, treasured grandma of Michael James, also a dear sister of Elsie. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass at St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Gilesgate on Thursday, December 20 at 9.00 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.

ROSCAMP Cyril Graham On December 14, of Edenhill Road, Peterlee, aged 81 years. Dearly beloved husband of the late Pat, loving dad of Bernadette, Tricia, Michael, Colette and Antony, dear father-in-law, also a devoted grandad and great-grandad. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at Our Lady of the Rosary R.C. Church, Peterlee on Wednesday, December 19 at 1.30 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. All enquiries to East Durham Funeral Service, Peterlee. Tel. (0191) 5864322.

RUSS December 17 (suddenly at home), of Kirk Merrington. George Whitfield, aged 80 years, beloved husband of Jean, a dearly loved brother-in-law of Ian and Margaret, a loving uncle and a dear friend to many. Will friends please meet in St. John's Church Monday, December 24 for a service at 10.40 a.m., followed by committal at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired may be left in the collection plate for Church Funds.

SCAIFE December 13, peacefully at Eastbourne Nursing Home, Darlington. Harriet, aged 90 years, beloved wife of the late James William, dear mother of Brenda and Shelagh, dear mother-in-law of Bill and loving gran of Martin, Kenneth and Suzanne. Funeral Thursday, December 20. Friends please meet for service in Eastbourne Methodist Church at 9.00 a.m., followed by interment West Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be sent for the British Heart Foundation, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

SCURR December 14, Clifford, aged 69 years, dearly loved husband of Maureen, loving dad of Helen, Ian and Sarah, much loved father-in-law, brother, brother-in-law and devoted grandad to Jonathan, Beth, Sophie and Adam. Funeral service at Geneva Road Evangelical Baptist Church, Darlington on Monday, December 24 at 9.45 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations may be given at the church for 'Caring For Life'.

SHIELD December 15, suddenly, at Wolsingham Terrace, Darlington. Raymond (Danny), aged 67 years, beloved husband of the late Margaret and a much loved father, stepfather, father-in-law and grandad. Funeral Monday, December 24. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations may be sent for the Great North Air Ambulance Service, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darling-ton, DL3 7JR.

SHUTTLEWORTH December 20, peacefully in hospital, of The Green, Stapleton. Sheila Margaret, beloved wife of the late John Thomas, much loved mum of Kevin and Kay, dear mother-in-law of Susan and Stephen, special grandma of Sarah, Rebecca, Benjamin, Christopher and Luke. Funeral Friday, December 28. Family and friends please meet for service in St. Peter's Church, Cleasby at 12.45 p.m., followed by private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, may be sent for the Leukaemia Research Fund, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., 59a Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

SIMPSON December 19, peacefully after an illness bravely borne, surrounded by her loving family, of West Cornforth, formerly of Tursdale. Elizabeth (Betty, nee Skelton), aged 82 years, beloved wife of the late Thomas (Monty), a dearly loved mam of Anne and Margaret and a dear mother-in-law of George and Richard, a much loved nana and gran of Tina, Andrea, Christopher, Trevor and the late LesleyAnne, also much loved by David, Marie and Lisa and her ten great-grandchildren. Would family and friends please meet for service at Holy Trinity Church, West Cornforth on Monday, December 31 at 10.15 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.

SLEDGE Bertha (nee Guy), aged 82 years, of Hudswell, on December 15, suddenly after a short illness. Dearly loved wife of Noel, much loved mother of Margaret and Barbara and a loving gran and great-gran. Funeral service in St. Michael and All Angels' Church, Hudswell today Friday, December 21 at 1.00 p.m., followed by private cremation. Friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations for St. Michael and All Angels' Church, Hudswell may be sent to John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

SLEDGE Bertha (nee Guy), aged 82 years, of Hudswell, on December 15, suddenly after a short illness. Dearly loved wife of Noel, much loved mother of Margaret and Barbara and a loving gran and great-gran. Funeral service in St. Michael and All Angels' Church, Hudswell on Friday, December 21 at 1.00 p.m., followed by private cremation. Friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations for St. Michael and All Angels' Church, Hudswell may be sent to John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

SPINKS Joyce, passed away peacefully, in hospital on December 12, 2007, aged 83 years, wife of the late Roger, mother of Jenny and Judy. Memorial Meeting to take place on Friday, December 21 at the Friends Meeting House, High Green, Great Ayton at 2.00 p.m. No flowers please.

STACEY (nee Middleton) December 14, peacefully in Great Hale, formerly of Kirk Merrington. Barbara, beloved wife of Mick, daughter of Margaret and Bert, devoted sister of Pauline, John and David, a much loved auntie and niece. A very special lady who will be greatly missed by all her family.

STANNARD Joan (of Barnard Castle), dearly loved wife of Jack, sadly missed by all of her family and friends. Passed away in Darlington Memorial Hospital on December 20, 2007. Would friends please meet for funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Monday, December 31 at 10.45 a.m. Family flowers only please.

STEVENS December 17, in hospital, of Ennerdale Road, Darlington. Mavis, aged 73 years, beloved wife of David, dearly loved mother of Lynn, Susan and Barry, mother-in-law of Lindsay and Sharron and much loved nannie of Clare, Gordon, Graeme and Craig. Funeral Monday, December 24. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 11.45 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations may be sent for Progressive Supra Nuclear Palsy Society, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

STOUTT On December 12, peacefully in hospital, of Lilac Terrace, Shotton Colliery. Peggy (nee Lamb), aged 83 years. Will be sadly missed by everybody. Cortege to leave the residence, Thursday, December 20 for service at St. Saviour's Church, Shotton at 10.00 a.m., prior to cremation at Sunderland Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired, to Cancer Research.

STUCKEY On December 15, of York Crescent, Newton Hall, Durham. Raymond, aged 81 years, dearly loved husband of Mollie and a much loved brother and uncle. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Friday, December 21 at 10.00 a.m. Donations in lieu of flowers may be given after the service for Durham R.A.F.A. Club. In death as in life, with dignity and thought for others.

SUMMERSON December 20, of Leeholme. Stanley (Stan), aged 82 years, much loved husband of Mary, also dear father, stepfather, grandad and great-grandad. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 11.00 a.m. on Thursday, December 27. Thank you for the years we've shared, the love you gave, the way you cared. In my heart you will always stay, loved and remembered every day. God Bless, Mary.

TAPPING December 17, peacefully in the Friarage Hospital, of Aiskew, formerly of Easington Colliery. Len, aged 84 years, beloved husband of Pat, greatly loved dad of Jennifer and Christopher, treasured grandad of Rebecca and Robert and a kind and gentle great-grandad to Sophie, Harvey and Matilda. Funeral service and interment to be held at St. Gregory's Church, Bedale on Saturday, December 22 at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the Coronary Care Unit at the Friarage Hospital and Yorkshire Air Ambulance.

TATHAM Nigel, formerly of Saltford, passed away suddenly on December 12, 2007, aged 60 years. Dearly beloved husband of Glenis and a dear dad, grandpa and son of Edna. The funeral service takes place Thursday, December 20, 12.00 noon at Haycombe Cemetery, Bath. Donations if desired, in memory of Nigel, are for The Wiltshire Air Ambulance Appeal, care of Patrik Bewley, D.J. Bewley Funeral Directors, 15 Bank Street, Melksham, Wiltshire SN12 6LE. Tel. (01225) 702521.

THIRLAWAY December 18, peacefully at home, of Ferryhill, late of West Cornforth. George, aged 94 years, beloved husband of the late Christina and the late Lavinia and a devoted father of Janet and son-in-law Brian, also a dearly loved stepfather of Jean and Phyl, husbands George and Len and a dear step-grandfather of Melanie and Neil and step-great-grandfather of Naomi. Would friends please meet for service at West Cornforth Holy Trinity Church on Friday, December 28 at 12.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.

THOMPSON December 17 (suddenly), of Spennymoor. John, aged 77 years. Funeral arrangements to follow.

THOMPSON December 12 (suddenly), of Barningham. Kenneth (Ken), beloved husband of Freda Mary, dearly loved father of Andrew and Mark, much loved father-in-law of Janet and dear grandad of Adele, Sophie and Chloe. Sadly missed by all of his family and friends. Would friends please meet for funeral service at St. Michael and All Angels' Church, Barningham on Friday, December 21 at 11.00 a.m, followed by private interment. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given in church to Church Funds.

THOMPSON John December 17, who died peacefully in his sleep, a beloved husband of Audrey, a much loved dad of Deborah and son-in-law Joe, loved always by grandchildren, Joseph and Rebecca, also a kind and gentle great-granda to Nicole. Family and friends please meet for service at St. Andrew's Church, on Friday, December 28 at 2.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Family and friends are welcome for refreshments at Spennymoor W.M.C. Family flowers only. Donations to Freeman Hospital, Transplant Team, Ward 6.

THOMPSON John Goodnight Granda and God Bless from Rebecca. xx

TODD December 14 (suddenly at home), of Burn Terrace, Spennymoor. Neville (Nev), aged 31 years, dearly loved son of Jimmy and Glenis, a loving grandson of Rene Stephenson and Joan Todd and a very dear nephew, uncle and friend to many, also a loving best friend and brother of Lisa. Would friends please meet in Trinity Methodist Church, Rosa Street on Thursday at 2.45 p.m., followed by committal at Durham Crematorium.

TODD Pat Not just a good neighbour but a special friend I'll always respect you for your honesty. You will be missed and loved always. Love Ann, Bob and Sharne.

TURNER December 15, of Davison Road, Darlington. Harry, aged 83 years, dearly loved husband of Doreen, much loved dad of Jacqueline and dear brother of Marie and Elsie. Funeral Friday, December 28. Friends please meet for service in St. Mark's Church at 10.30 a.m., followed by interment North Cemetery.

WALKER Barnes On Saturday, December 15, peacefully in Adey Gardens Care Home, Newbottle, formerly of Holmlands Road, Darlington. Airlene (nee Dowson), aged 78 years, a dearly loved wife of the late Stanley and a much loved mam to Jeremy and Jacqueline, a dear mother-in-law to Wendy and Mike, devoted grandma to Jessica, Eliott and Freddie, a loving sister-in-law to Geoff and dear aunt to Christina. Would friends please meet on Friday, December 21 at Sunderland Crematorium for service at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to the Macmillan Nurses c/o Derek Moss, Funeral Directors. Tel: (0191) 3855959. You were the perfect mother.

WARD Mary Ellen December 14, peacefully at home, after a long illness. Mary Ellen (nee Atkinson) aged 91 years, devoted and dearly loved wife of the late Henry, dearest daughter of the late George Robert and Esther Atkinson, dearly beloved mother of Keith, Margaret, Terry, Kevin, George Robert, Maureen, Henry, Richard, Mary and the late Eddie and Alan, a dear mother-in-law, devoted granny, great-granny and great-great-granny. Cortege to leave family residence on Friday, December 21 for service in St. Aidan's Parish Church, Hartlepool at 1.45 p.m., prior to interment at Stranton Grange Cemetery. Family and friends are kindly invited, please meet at the Church. Re-united with her loved ones.

WATSON (Sherburn Village) Peacefully on December 18. Nancy (nee Fall), aged 97 years, devoted wife of the late Thomas, loving mother of Frank and Sheila, mother-in-law of Ronnie, much loved grandmother and great-grandmother and sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral to take place on Monday, December 24. Would friends please meet for service at St. Mary's Church, Sherburn Village at 9.45 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to the Heart Foundation, plate provided at church.

WATSON December 13, of The Leas, Darlington. Ronald, aged 86 years, beloved husband of the late Moira and a much loved father and grandfather. Funeral Thursday, December 20. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations may be sent for St. Teresa's Hospice, The Woodlands, 91 Woodland Road, Darlington, DL3 7UA.

WEDGWOOD Joe Peacefully on December 18, aged 87 years. Beloved husband of the late Mary, dearest dad of Alan, Ann, Richard and Sue, also a dear father-in-law and grandad. Service to be held in St. Hilda's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium on Thursday December 27, at 11.15 a.m. prior to cremation. Friends please meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu please to Stokesley Health Centre.

WESSELS December 21, suddenly but peacefully in hospital. Ada (Bunty), aged 75 years, of Crakehall, wife of the late Jan, dearly loved mum of Bridgette, Mark and Bruce. Funeral service to be held at St. Mary and St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Aiskew on Friday, December 28 at 10.00 a.m., followed by interment at Crakehall Cemetery.

WHITE December 16 (peacefully in hospital) of Woodham. Betty (nee Richardson, formerly Siddle), aged 75 years, much loved wife to Harold, a loving mam to John and Elizabeth, dearly loved step-mam of Vanda, a dear mother-in-law to Audrey also a devoted nanna and great -nanna. Funeral Friday, December 21. Would friends please meet at 11.45 a.m. for Requiem Mass at St. Mary's R.C. Church, Newton Aycliffe followed by cremation at Darlington Crema-torium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to the Great North Air Ambulance Service.

WILKES Alfred (Alfie), beloved father of Ann and Barbara, grandad of Brandon and Nadine and great-grandad of Bradley, sadly left us on Friday, December 14, 2007. Will be missed dearly by all but never forgotten. The service will be held at St. Cuthbert's Church, Colburn on Friday, December 21 at 1.45 p.m.

WILSON December 13, peacefully at Ventress Hall Nursing Home, Darlington, formerly of Rawdon, Leeds. Ruth Jean, aged 89 years, beloved wife of the late William, dearly loved mum of Robert, dear mother-in-law of Julie, much loved grandma of Lisa, Gina, Jack and Sophie and loving sister of June and the late Jack. Funeral Thursday, December 20. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 10.45 a.m. Flowers may be sent, if desired, to Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

WILSON December 18, in hospital, of Cockerton, Darlington. Jim, aged 88 years, beloved husband of the late Margaret, loving dad of Marsha, much loved father-in-law to Keith, also a devoted grandfather of Amanda and Paul. Funeral Friday, December 28. Would friends please meet 11.30 a.m. for service at the graveside in the West Cemetery, Darlington.

WOOD Patricia Fondest memories of a special mam, will be thinking of you always and talk about you too. We have such precious memories but we wish we still had you. Your loving son Jimmy and daughter-in-law Denise xxx

WOOD Patricia For those of you who have a mother, love her while you may, because I wish with all my heart that mine was here today. Not just my mother but my best friend. God Bless xxx. Daughter Collette, son-in-law Bill, grandson Kristian and Sarah and great-granddaughter Hannah

WOOD Patricia Grandchildren James, Joanne, Katrina, Paul and Great-Grand children. God Bless from Kate, Lucy, Harry and Ellie x

WOOD Patricia Loving mother of John, mother-in-law of Dianne, cherished nana of Dena and friend of Mary. As you rest in Heavenly sleep your memory we will always keep. Goodnight God Bless x

WOOD Tricia, a dearly loved auntie of Lilian, John, Michael and the late Stephen and their families. In God's care you sleep above, in our hearts you stay with love.

WOOD Patricia (nee Escritt) On December 17, peacefully in hospital with her family by her side. Pat, aged 76 years, of Trimdon Village. Beloved wife of the late Jim, mother of Bryan, Marie, Collette, Patricia, Jimmy and John, loving mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. Requiem Mass to be held at St. William's R.C. Church, Trimdon Village on Friday, December 21 at 1.30 p.m., prior to interment in Trimdon Grange Cemetery. Friends please meet at church. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to charity via the Wood family.

WOOD Patricia A friend that will never be forgotten. Love always. Alice and David x.

WOOD Patricia Loving mam of Bryan and Pauline, nana of Claire and Ray and great-nana of Briony. Deep in our hearts you will always stay with us. x

WOOD Patricia We are thinking about you often, talking about you still. You haven't been forgotten, you know you never will. Daughter Marie and Jim. x

WYVILL On December 15, suddenly, of Constable Burton Hall, Leyburn. Frederick Charles Penrose (Freddie), aged 23 years, beloved youngest son of Charles and Maggie Wyvill and much loved brother of D'Arcy, Edward and Kate. A private family funeral service will be followed by a Requiem Memorial Service at Ampleforth Abbey on Monday, February 4 at 2.30 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, will be shared between St. Simon and St. Jude's R.C. Church, Ulshaw and the Yorkshire Heart Centre at Leeds General Infirmary. Any enquiries c/o Sanderson and Co. Funeral Directors. Tel. (01969) 623143.

YOUNG December 15, of Castlebank Home, Tow Law. Jenny, aged 101 years, a dearly loved aunt and great-aunt. Will all family and friends please meet in Durham Crematorium for service at 1.30 p.m. on Friday, December 28.

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