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ALDERSON January 10, (peacefully, in hospital, after a short illness). Doreen, (nee Brown), aged 81 years. Of Aged Miners Homes, Shildon. Much loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Friends please meet for funeral service at St. Mark's Church, Eldon on Tuesday January 22, at 12.00 noon, to be followed by cremation at Durham at 1.00 p.m.

ALLEN January 14, died peacefully at Horrabank House Farm, Askrigg, formerly of Mill Fosse, Hawes. Clifford, aged 58 years, a dearly loved brother of John, Maurice, Ronnie, Eric and half brother of Raymond and a dear uncle. Funeral service at Hawes Methodist Chapel Thursday, January 17 at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to be shared between Herriot Hospice, Marie Curie Nurses, Macmillan Nurses and Windsor Care. Friends please meet at the Chapel.

ALLINSON January 11, peacefully at home, of Darlington. Ted, aged 68 years, loving son of Mary and the late Ted, also a much loved dad, brother, grandad and great-grandad. Funeral Monday January 21. Would friends please meet at 10.45 a.m. for service at Darlington Crema-torium.

BALL January 12, in hospital, of Nevilledale Terrace, Durham. Peter, aged 72 years, dearly beloved husband of Rita and a much loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Would friends please meet for service in St. John's Church, Meadowfield on Monday, January 21 at 2.15 p.m. Cremation to follow at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please but donations in lieu may be given for Cancer Research.

BAXTER John Robert (Roy), aged 98 years, formerly of Wheatley Hill, died peacefully in hospital on January 16. Re-united with Betty, a loving and much loved dad, grandad and great-grandad. Service and cremation to take place on Thursday, January 24 at St Bede's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium at 11.00 a.m. No flowers by request. Donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to Haswell and District Mencap. Donation box available at the Crema-torium.

BELL Eva, aged 73 years, of Hamsterley peacefully in hospital on January 14. Beloved wife of the late Thomas Bell much loved mam of Maureen and Adrian, dear mother-in-law of Dave and Jennifer and treasured grandma to Jasmine, Evie-Mae and Benjamin. Funeral service at Hamsterley Methodist Chapel on Friday, January 18 at 11.30 a.m., followed by private burial. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for The Friends of the Richardson Hospital may be given in the Chapel.

BINDOFF Reverend Stan (Parish Priest of Castleford Team Ministry) died peacefully in hospital on January 15, 2008, aged 53 years. A loving father and brother, a dear son, much loved uncle, also a good friend to many people. Father Stan will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He will be received into Castleford Parish Church on Wednesday, January 23 at 5.00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will take place on Thursday, January 24 at 11.00 a.m., prior to interment in Thirsk Cemetery at 2.30 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired in aid of the "Stroke Society" for which a collection plate will be provided. All enquiries to McTigue Funeral Directors, Castleford. Tel: (01977) 555733.

BLAKEY Shirley (nee Matthews) January 13, (peacefully, at home), in Harrogate. Dearly loved wife of the late Kenneth, adored mum of Tom, Sue and Pat, fabulous gran of Leona, Imogen, Ben, George, Lauren, Tim and Georgia, a dear mum-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, aunty and a special friend. Service at St. Robert's R.C. Church, Harrogate on Tuesday January 22, at 12.00 noon followed by interment at Stonefall Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for, The Golden Girls Cancer Charity.

BLENKIRON Jean Agnes, aged 78 years, on January 9, peacefully at home, late of Reeth. Loving wife of the late Allan, much loved mum of Nigel, in-law of Jean, a loving sister, grandma and great-grandma. Funeral service to be held at Ayton Methodist Chapel, Scarborough on Thursday January 17 at 10.00 a.m., followed by interment at Grinton Cemetery, Swaledale at 2.30 p.m. Family flowers only please or donations if desired to Macmillan Cancer Support. Plate is provided at the service. Resting at B. Bernard and Sons, Scarborough. Tel: (01723) 501001.

BRADLEY January 12 (peacefully, at home, surrounded by all the family, after a long illness), of Chapel Hill Road, Peterlee. Marjorie (nee Preston), aged 79 years, a beloved wife of Eric, a devoted mam of Geoff, Paula and the late Kenneth, a sadly missed mother-in-law of Ray and Bev and a treasured gran of Michelle, Scott and Adam. Would friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday, January 22 at 11.00 a.m. Flowers welcome.

BRADSHAW (nee Jones) Anne, aged 51 years, of Bishop Middleham, suddenly but peacefully after a long illness on January 10. Dearly loved wife of Paul, beloved and devoted mother of Liam and Philip, much loved daughter of Audrey and Tommy, loving sister of David and Paul and dearest daughter-in-law of Madge. Would friends please meet for service at St. Michael's Church, Bishop Middleham on Monday, January 21 at 10.00 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham.

BRADSHAW Anne (nee Jones) May our beloved Angel rest in God's good care. All our love now and always. Dad and Mam

BRAITHWAITE Ryhope January 8, suddenly but peacefully in hospital. Renee (nee Johnson), aged 89 years, wife of the late John, a devoted mam of Sid and Cilla, mother-in-law of Margaret and Fred, also a dear grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and aunt. Cortege leaving daughters residence 31 Marriville East Ryhope on Friday, January 18 at 1.05 p.m. for service and cremation at Sunderland Crematorium at 1.30 pm Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired to the M.S. Society which can be received at the Crema-torium. Any enquiries to Scollen and Wright Funeral Home, Ryhope Street South, Ryhope. Tel: (0191) 5239099.

BRAITHWAITE William Herbert (Bill) On January 11, 2008, (in hospital), aged 76 years. Husband of the late Barbara, father of Susan, Annette, Lynn, Andrew and Ian, grandad and great-grandad. Funeral to take place on Tuesday January 22, at 10.45 a.m. with a service at All Saint's Church, Northallerton followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to be divided between The British Legion and The R.A.F.A. Clubs for which a plate will be provided at The RAFA Club or alternatively can be sent to, Barthram Funeral Service, 47 South Parade, Northallerton. DL7 8SG.

BROOK January 15, of Crook. Joan, aged 76 years, beloved wife and best friend of Harry, dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Jane, John, Catherine, Allison, Adrian and Ian, loving grandma of James, Hannah, Alex, Daniel and Jonathan, also dear sister, sister-in-law and friend. Will friends please meet for service in St. Catherine's Church, Crook at 10.00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 23, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to be divided between St. Catherine's and Tiny Lives Fund Ward, 35 Leazes Wing, R.V.I. Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE1 4LP.

BUNN On January 9, peacefully at home, of South View, Langley Park. Ernest, aged 82 years, a beloved husband of Olive. Friends please meet for service at St. Andrew's Methodist Chapel, Langley Park on Friday, January 18 at 1.45 p.m., followed by private cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only.

CHADWICK Ronald M., formerly of Peterlee. Passed away at Milton Keynes Hospital on January 6, 2008, aged 81 years. Much loved father of Anne, Ken and David and grandfather to Andrew and Elliott. Donations for Diabetes UK are welcome and may be sent to H.W. Mason and Sons, 68a Wolverton Road, Stony Stratford, Milton Keynes, MK11 1DT.

CHEEK January 14. Pat, aged 66 years. Funeral Wednesday January 23. Would friends please meet 10.45 a.m. for service at Darlington Crema-torium.

CLIFFORD January 13, peacefully in hospital. Renee, aged 86 years, of Belmont, beloved wife of the late John, a dear mum of Michael and Roberta and nana of Nigel. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Thursday, January 17 at 10.30 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Macmillan Nurses. Plate provided at the Crematorium.

CONVERY Sherburn Hill January 9, suddenly in hospital. James (Jimmy), aged 81 years, treasured husband of the late Mary, much loved dad of Angela, Michael and Steven, father-in-law to Neil, Heather and Deborah, also devoted grandad of Liam, Ellen, Reece, Becki, Ryan and Jamie. Funeral to take place on Friday, January 18. Friends please meet for service at St. Cuthbert's Church, Shadforth at 10.45 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please, by request.

CORK January 11, peacefully in Ward 5 St James Hospital, Leeds. Rebecca Anne, aged 16 years, dearly loved and precious daughter of Anne and David, most unique sister of Megan Louise and her boyfriend Dan, beloved granddaughter of Nancy and Bill Hutchinson and also the late Tom and Joyce Cork, dearly loved niece of Anne and Chris and Graham and Annie, extraordinary special cousin to Emma, Thomas, Kailani, Luke and Tamsin, very special goddaughter of Susan, Scott, June and Peter and dear friend of Callum, India, Archie, Cesca, Lindsey, Abby, Charlotte, Nicole, Zoe and many more. Funeral Wednesday, January 23. Friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, Haughton at 2.45 p.m., followed by cremation.

COWELL January 11 (peacefully in hospital, surrounded by his loving family), of Metz Bridge Caravan Site, Middlesbrough (formerly of Spenny-moor). John Stanley (Jacky), aged 67 years, a dearly loved husband of the late Ann, beloved father of Jacky, Shane and Kyla and a much loved father-in-law, grandad, brother and uncle. Cortege leaving family residence Friday for a service in St. Charles R.C. Church, Tudhoe Village at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in York Hill Cemetery. All welcome. Friends please meet at church. R.I.P.

CURRY January 12 (suddenly in hospital). Amy, of Ferryhill, aged 89 years, devoted wife of the late Joe, dearly loved mother of Michael and his wife Jennifer, much loved grandmother of Nicola and Sarah and partners David and Paul, loving aunt of Peter and his partner Julie, great-aunt of Jayne and Philip. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Thursday, January 24 at 3.00 p.m. Close family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired to the British Heart Found-ation. Plate provided at the Crematorium. Will be sadly missed

DACRES January 11, in hospital, of Green Crescent, Coxhoe. Joseph (Joe), aged 78 years, a dear brother of Winnie and the late Nellie, a loving uncle of Derek, Doreen and David, also a dearest great-uncle and great-great-uncle. Sadly missed by all of his family. Would family and friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday January 22 at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only.

DANIEL January 13, of Bishop Auckland (formerly of Witton Park). Mary Elizabeth, aged 76 years, dearly loved sister of Julian, Ruth, Brenda and the late Alan, also a loving and much loved sister-in-law, aunt, great-aunt and great-great-aunt. Will friends please meet for service in Woodhouse Close Church at 2.30 p.m. on Thursday, January 24, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may, if desired, be given for the British Heart Foundation or Church Funds on a plate provided at church.

DILL Heather Avice Wife of the late Colonel John de Guerin Dill passed away peacefully at home on January 11, 2008 in her 92nd year. Much loved by her family. Funeral at Felixkirk Church on Monday January 21, at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only.

DINNING Bowburn, (late of Lanchester). Neville on January 13, (in hospital), aged 71 years. Dearly loved husband of Anne, a dear dad of Joanna and Vanessa, pops to Charlotte and Helena, brother to Raymond, father-in-law to Richard and also a dear brother-in-law. Friends please meet for service at Lanchester Methodist Church on Wednesday January 23, at 12.00 noon. Cremation to follow at Durham. Private afterwards. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to, Cancer Research U.K. c/o, Stuart Wright, Langley Park, Durham.

DIXON January 15, in hospital. George Nicholas (Nick), aged 70 years, of Westgate, Weardale. Loving father of John, David, Michael and Margaret, beloved brother of Peter, Mary and Jack, a well loved father-in-law, brother-in-law, grandfather and uncle. Funeral Friday, January 25. Friends please meet at Darlington Crematorium for service at 11.45 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for Weardale Community Hospital, c/o Mrs. M. Johnson, 61 Fulthorpe Avenue, Darlington, DL3 9QQ.

DOBSON January 9, at Brooklyn Farm, Darlington, formerly of Neasham. Ellen, aged 85 years, beloved wife of the late George Henry, dearly loved mother of Margaret and the late Anthony and a loving grandmother of Michael, Mark and Dawn and great grandmother of Martin, Darren, Chloe, Cherokee and Nikita. Funeral Wednesday January 23. Friends please meet for service in St Michael's Church, Heighington at 12.30 p.m., followed by interment West Cemetery, Darlington. Flowers if desired, or if preferred, donations for Asthma UK or The Dogs Trust may be sent c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

DOSHI Kantilal Damji. Beloved husband of Nirmala, father of Tushar, Anjana, Mira and Beena, father-in-law of Sue and Keith and much loved grandfather of Ella, Kieran and Maya, died peacefully at home in Bolton-on-Swale on January 10. A cremation service will take place at Darlington Crematorium at 1.45 p.m. on Monday, January 21. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for the Herriot Hospice Homecare may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

DOUGLASS January 10 (peacefully), of Darlington. John, almost 96 years, loving husband of the late Christine, dearest father of Patricia and father-in-law to Robert, also beloved grandad to Caroline and her husband Christopher, his grandson Richard and Anna (to be married in two weeks). Funeral Monday, January 21. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 2.45 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be sent for Darlington Quaker Meeting (Society of Friends), c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

DRESSER George Waggett On Thursday, January 10, peacefully, in York Hospital. George aged 83 years, of Selby, formerly of Wheatley Hill, dearly loved husband of the late Nellie, much loved father to Valerie and George and a loved and missed grandad. Funeral service will take place on Monday January 21 at 2.00 p.m. at All Saints' Church, Wheatley Hill, followed by interment in Wheatley Hill Cemetery. Flowers or donations in lieu if so desired for All Saints' Church. A plate will be provided at the service. Enquiries to Speckmans Funeral Service. Tel: (01429) 838199.

EDDY Dorothy Died January 13, 2008, aged 72 years (suddenly in her sleep). Beloved mother of Keith and Michael and sister of William, much loved grandma of Sarah and Sophie and Che and Sol. Rest in peace Mam, you will always be in our thoughts. Time to say goodbye. Cortege leaving residence of her son, Westcott Terrace, Ferryhill at 9.00 a.m. on Monday, January 21 for service and committal at Durham Crematorium at 9.30 a.m.

ELLIS Sandra Joy (Lulu), aged 60 years, of Brompton-on-Swale passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 13. Dearly loved wife of David, much loved mum of Paul and a treasured nan. Will be sadly missed. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Wednesday, January 23 at 11.15 a.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium.

FLEETHAM On January 14, peacefully in St. George's Hall Nursing Home. Hazel, aged 76 years, of Hurworth, dearly beloved wife of the late Raymond (Widdy), much loved mum of Susan, Georgina and the late Paul and Louise. Funeral Wednesday, January 23. Would friends please meet for service in All Saints' Church, Hurworth at 11.00 a.m., prior to cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to The Alzheimer's Society, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

FRANCIS January 15, of Bishop Auckland. Michael, aged 64 years, much loved son of the late Isaac and Jennie, beloved brother of Ann, John, Marie and the late Jenny, also a dear brother-in-law and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in St. Wilfrid's R.C. Church at 2.00 p.m. on Monday, January 21, followed by interment in Bishop Auckland Cemetery.

FRY John Arthur (Maj. Ret'd. RAEC), aged 79 years, of Richmond, died peacefully in hospital on January 14. Dearly loved husband of Enid, much loved father of Jonathan and a dear father-in-law and loving grandfather. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Richmond on Wednesday, January 23 at 2.00 p.m., followed by interment in the cemetery. Friends please meet at the church. Flowers welcome or, if preferred, donations for Yorkshire Cancer Research may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

GALLOWAY Jean M., of Middleton Tyas peacefully on January 5, 2008, after a short illness. Beloved wife of the late Capt. Graham Galloway and a much loved mother and gran. Funeral service at St. Michael and All Angels' Church, Middleton Tyas on Tuesday, January 15 at 1.45 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for the RNLI and the Royal British Legion may be sent to John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

GARSIDE Bobby January 14, peacefully in hospital, surrounded by his loving family, aged 69 years, of Nottingham Place, Peterlee, a dearly beloved husband of Jean, a much loved dad of Jill, Ian, Tracey and Terry, a dear father-in-law of Steve, Lynne, Michael and Beverley and devoted grandad of Barry, Sarah, Michael, Cora, Jade, Daniel and Hannah. Cortege to leave residence on Monday for a service at St. Cuthbert's Church, Peterlee at 11.20 a.m., prior to cremation at Hartlepool Crematorium. All friends are kindly invited, please meet at the Church.

GARWOOD (nee Wedge) On January 13, peacefully in hospital. Audrey, aged 79 years, of Hurworth Place. Devoted wife of Bill, loving mum of Stuart and Jonathan, mother-in-law of Diane and Karen, devoted nana of Alexander, Joshua, Holly and Macy, special sister of Alec, Brenda and the late Sid. Funeral Tuesday, January 22. Would friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 10.45 a.m. No flowers by request. Donations in lieu if desired to The British Lung Foundation c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington DL3 7JR.

GIGGINS January 2 (in hospital). Ellen, aged 90 years, of Dalkeith House, Darlington. Will be sadly missed. Funeral Thursday, January 24. Would family and friends please meet 10.45 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

GOODSWEN Philip, aged 65 years, of Brompton-on-Swale, formerly of Saltburn died peacefully in hospital on January 13, after a short illness. Dearly loved husband of Dorothy, very much loved father of Charlotte and James, dear father-in-law to Simon and Kay, loving grandpa of Alexander and dearest son of Pauline. "Will be greatly missed by all his family and his many friends." Funeral service at St. Agatha's Church, Easby, near Richmond on Thursday, January 24 at 1.00 p.m., followed by committal at Darlington Crematorium. Friends please meet at the Church. Family flowers only please, if desired donations for the C.C.U., James Cook Hospital, Middlesbrough or The PDSA may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond DL10 4AJ.

GOODWIN Helga, formerly of Norman Road, Richmond, on January 10, peacefully in Nightingale Hall Nursing Home, after a long illness bravely borne. Beloved wife of the late Clive, dear mother of Gerry, Glenn and Gordon, mother-in-law of Stephanie, Wendy and Dawn, grandmother to Scott, Carl, Leisa, Eleanore and William, dear sister-in-law of Pam and Barry and aunt to Kim, David and John. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Wednesday, January 16 at 10.15 a.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium.

GOULDING Mary Margaret (Peggy, nee Wilson) aged 91 years, formerly of Park Terrace, Barnard Castle, died peacefully at Church View Residential Home, South Church, Bishop Auckland on January 11. A very dear sister and aunt. Funeral service at St. Mary's R.C. Church, Barnard Castle on Monday, January 21 at 10.30 a.m., followed by interment. Friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations for The Alzheimer's Society may be sent c/o John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, 100 Galgate, Barnard Castle, DL12 8BJ. R.I.P

GOWLAND January 9, of Langdale Avenue, Crook. Doris, aged 93 years, beloved wife of the late Bob, a dearly loved mother of Sheila and mother-in-law of Jim, also a loving grandmother of David and wife Jacqueline and a very dear sister. Friends please meet for service in St. Catherine's Church, Crook on Friday, January 18 at 11.10 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham.

GRAHAM January 13 (suddenly but peacefully, in hospital). Dennis Corner, aged 83 years, formerly of Greystones Farm, a dear husband of Joy, loved by daughters Julie and Carolyn and son-in-law Ian, grandchildren Claire, Laura, Lyndsey and Carl also a dear brother to Stan. Funeral Tuesday, January 22. Would friends please meet 2.45 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to the British Heart Foundation.

GRAHAM On January 5 peacefully. Bill, aged 87 years, at Yeovil Hospital, formerly of Darlington, widower of Doris, dearly loved dad of Judy, Chris and Andrew and grandad to his five grandsons. Donations, if wished, to R.A.F.A.

HARDING Iris Patricia, aged 79 years, of Leyburn, formerly of West Witton, died peacefully at home on January 12. Dearly loved wife of the late Ron and a much loved mum, grandma and great-grandma. Funeral service at St. Andrew's Church, Aysgarth on Tuesday, January 22 at 1.00 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 St. Andrew's Church, Aysgarth.

HARDY January 13, peacefully at Willowdene Care Home. Sarah Annie (Nancy), aged 90 years, formerly of Trimdon Grange, beloved daughter of the late William and Sarah, dear sister of Irene and the late Doris, Edith and Bill. Funeral service Tuesday, January 22 at St. Alban's Church, Trimdon Grange 12.30 p.m., prior to cremation at Durham Crema-torium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if so desired to Church Funds.

HARPER January 16 (peacefully at home, after a short illness), of Quarrington Hill. Jack, aged 78 years, a devoted husband of Phoebe, much loved dad of Pamela and Brian, father-in-law of John and Susan, dear grandad and great-grandad. Friends please meet for service at St. Helen's Church, Kelloe on Wednesday January 23 at 12.30 p.m., followed by interment at Quarrington Hill Churchyard.

HATHAWAY January 15, (after an illness bravely borne), of Etherley. Bernard, aged 74 years. Devoted husband of Stella, deeply loved father of Tracy and Jamie, also an adored pa of Amelia and Beatrice. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass at St. Wilfreds Church, Bishop Auckland on Tuesday, January 22, at 11.00 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations kindly accepted by The Stroke Unit, University Hospital of North Durham.

HEDLEY January 14, of Crook, formerly of Washington. Alice (nee Sterling), aged 96 years, beloved wife of the late William, much loved mam of Marian, Billy, Peter and Christine, also a dear mother-in-law, nana and great-nana. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 10.30 a.m. on Friday, January 18. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to the Kidney Unit at the Freeman Hospital, a plate is provided at the crematorium.

HODGSON Harry, aged 86 years, of Stapleton, died peacefully in hospital on January 12. Dearly loved husband of Rene, much loved father of Sue and Jane, dear father-in-law to Bas and Steve and loving grandad of James and Ange, Tom and Jack, Chris and Katie. Funeral service at St. Peter's Church, Cleasby on Thursday, January 17 at 2.30 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 Ward 4, Friarage Hospital Charitable Funds.

HODGSON January 12, of Eldon Lane. Edwin, aged 80 years, beloved husband of Sylvia, loving father of David and Paul, dear father-in-law to Pauline and Caron, also a dear grandad. Will friends please meet for service in St. Mark's Church, Eldon at 11.00 a.m. on Monday, January 21, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be given to the family for Cancer Research.

HUMPHERSON January 10, in Brandon Lodge Nursing Home. Thomas, aged 59 years, of Bridgemere Drive, Framwellgate Moor, a much loved husband and friend of Kathleen dearest father of Andrew, Julie and Kevin, loving grandpa of Amy, Megan, Oliver and Lewis. Will always be in our hearts and thoughts. Friends please meet for service at St Cuthbert's Church, North Road, Durham on Monday, January 21 at 10.00 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only with donations in lieu if desired to Cancer Research U.K. care of Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Giles-gate, Durham.

HUNT January 18, peacefully in hospital, of Bedale. Kath, aged 93 years, beloved wife of the late Stan, dear aunt of Margaret, Maureen and Margaret and a great-aunt of Andrew and Kevin. Funeral service and interment to be held at St. Gregory's Church, Bedale on Wednesday, January 23 at 1.30 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for St. Gregory's Church.

HUNTER (nee Atkinson) On January 14, peacefully at home. Connie, aged 80 years, of Darlington, dearly beloved wife of the late Dougie, much loved mam of Michael, Hazel and the late Owen, adored nana of Paul, Adrian and Matthew, great-nana of Cian and Brayden. Funeral Thursday, January 24. Would friends please meet for service in Holy Trinity Church, Darlington at 1.45 p.m., prior to interment in the West Cemetery. Floral tributes may be sent c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

HUNTINGTON Alfred William Aged 86 years, of Easington Village. Passed away peacefully, January 12. Loving husband of Doris and devoted father to Alf, Eileen, Jennifer, Keith, Elizabeth, Paula, James and Marissa. Funeral to take place on Friday January 18, at St. Mary's Church, Easington Village at 2.00 p.m. Friends please meet at church. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for St. Mary's Church, Easington Village, via., Mr. Tarn, Allenholme, Stockton Road, Easington Village.

HUTCHINSON January 11, suddenly, of Howden-le-Wear. Doreen, aged 78 years (nee Adams, formerly of Escomb). Beloved wife of Fred, a much loved mam and loving nana. Will friends please meet for service in St. Mary's Church, Howden-le-Wear at 1.00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 22, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may, if desired, be sent for Cancer Research.

IBBOTSON January 11, peacefully in hospital, of The Cross-way, Darlington. Sarah, aged 86 years, loving wife to Thomas, loving mam of Judith, Jennifer and Mark, dearly loved mother-in-law to Barry and Alison, also devoted grandma to Nicholas, Lucy, Catherine and Jonathan. Funeral Monday January 21. Would friends please meet at 3.00 p.m. for service at Holy Trinity Church, Darlington, followed by cremation.

JACKSON Sara Alexander, widow of the late Col. R.J.L. Jackson CBE. DL., of Bridgeholme, Egton Bridge, born August 29, 1914 died January 12, 2008. Much loved mother of John, mother-in-law of Kate, grandmother of Emma and her husband Francis and great-grandmother of Sam. To be cremated privately at Scarborough Crematorium on Monday January 21 at 12.00 noon, followed by a Service to celebrate her life at St Hilda's Parish Church, Egton at 2.30 p.m. to which all are welcome. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for the Royal British Legion c/o Robert Harrison and Sons, Ashley House, Glaisdale, Whitby YO21 2QH. Tel: (01947) 897249.

JOHNSON (nee Nattrass) Muriel, aged 89 years, of Barnard Castle, died peacefully in the Richard son Hospital on January 15. Dearly loved wife of the late Fred, much loved mother of Elizabeth and a much loved nana to Steven, Sara and Courtney. Sadly missed by all of her family and friends. Would friends please meet for funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday, January 24 at 1.15 p.m., followed by a Service of Thanksgiving at Barnard Castle Methodist Church at 2.30 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be given in Church to Friends of the Richardson Hospital.

JOHNSON January 16, peacefully in hospital, of Dean Park, Ferryhill. William (Bill), aged 84 years, much loved husband of Violet, loving dad of Burney, Dennis and Philip and a dearest father-in-law, grandfather, great-grand father and brother. Would friends please meet for service at Ferryhill Methodist Chapel on Thursday, January 24 at 9.30 a.m., followed by interment at Duncombe Cemetery.

JOHNSON January 17 (peacefully at home), of Wesley Crescent, Shildon. Norma, aged 71 years, dearly loved wife of Bill, a devoted mam of Alan and David and mother-in-law to Jackie and Claire, a much loved grandma of Emma and Matthew, also a dearest sister of Alan and John and sister-in-law to Cynthia and Ann. Cremation Friday, January 25 at Durham. Cortege leaving residence at 1.50 p.m. for a service in the Methodist Church, Shildon at 2.00 p.m. Friends please meet at Church.

KENT January 14, peacefully in hospital, of Hutton Avenue, Darlington. Ben, aged 84 years, beloved husband of the late Dorothy and a much loved dad, father-in-law, grandad and great grandad. Funeral Thursday, January 24. Friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, Haughton at 10.45 a.m., followed by cremation.

LEE January 16, of Howden-le-Wear. Alice Matilda (nee Bourne), aged 83 years, beloved wife of the late Norman, devoted mother of Anne, Neville and Christine, a dear mother-in-law, much loved and loving nana and great-gran, also a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Will friends please meet for service in St. Mary's Church, Howden-le-Wear at 9.00 a.m. on Saturday, January 19, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations may be made for the Butterwick Hospice, c/o the family.

LEIGH January 17, in Hundens Park Care Home, formerly of Malvern Close, Hurworth. Doris, in her 98th year, dearly loved wife of the late Lionel, a deeply loved special mam of Sue, mother-in-law of Mike, a much loved grandma of Philip, Simon and Richard and great-grandma of Romany and Cerys. Funeral Friday, January 25. Would friends please meet 2.00 p.m. for service at All Saints' Church, Hurworth, followed by cremation at Darlington.

LIDDLE (nee Hirst) January 10, (peacefully), of Lambton Street, Langley Park. Doris, aged 71 years. Devoted wife of Derek, a much loved sister of Trevor and Marlene and a very dear sister-in-law and auntie. Friends please meet for service at All Saint's Church, Langley Park on Thursday January 17, at 12.15 p.m. followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations kindly accepted by St. Cuthbert's Hospice. Collection plate will be provided at crematorium. Sadly missed by all family and friends.

LOCKETT January 16, peacefully in hospital, of Mill Lane, Sherburn Village. George, aged 69 years, dearly loved husband of Yvonne and loving dad of Beverly and Paula, also a dear grandad. Sadly missed by all family and friends. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday January 23 at 9.30 a.m. Afterwards all welcome to Mount Oswald Golf Club. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Special Care Baby Unit, University Hospital of North Durham, in memory of his granddaughter Alexandra Rebecca.

LODGE January 13, peacefully, of Darlington. Raymond Anthony (Ray), aged 58 years, beloved husband of Margery, dearly loved father of Martin, Sharon and Claire, also a much loved grandad. Funeral Tuesday, January 22. Friends please meet for service in Cockerton Methodist Church at 11.15 a.m., followed by interment in the West Cemetery. Afterwards all are welcome to The Archdeacon.

LOWTHER January 15, (peacefully, in hospital, after an illness fought with great courage surrounded by his family). Bernard, aged 42 years. Much loved and devoted dad to James, dearest son of Don and Jillian, beloved brother of Gladys and Richard, uncle of Liam and Amy and a good friend to many. A service of thanksgiving for his life to take place at St. Lawrence's Church, Kirby Sigston on Tuesday January 22, at 2.00 p.m., followed by interment. Flowers or donations if wished may be given for church funds and The Neuro Sciences at James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough.

MAKINSON January 13, peacefully at home with her family, in Bishop Auckland. Evelyn, aged 93 years, beloved wife of the late Freddie, devoted mam of John, Ann and Alan, dear mother-in-law, also a much loved and loving gran, great-gran and aunt. Will friends please meet for service in St. Helen's Church at 12.15 p.m. on Thursday, January 17, followed by interment in West Auckland Cemetery. A bus is provided from the family home.

MASTERMAN (nee Moody) On January 17, peacefully at home. Marjorie, aged 77 years, of Aldbrough St. John, dearly beloved wife of the late Denis, much loved mum of Andrew and Kay, dear mother-in-law of Val and Paul, adored granny of Victoria, David, Louise, Adam and Mark. Funeral Wednesday, January 23. Would friends please meet for service in St. Paul's Church, Aldbrough St. John at 11.30 a.m., prior to cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Herriot Hospice Homecare, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

MATTHEWS January 15, (suddenly, but peacefully), of Shildon. Victor John, (Vic), aged 86 years. Devoted husband of Cathy, adored dad of Susanne and son-in-law Barry, treasured granda of Sarah and great-granda of Harri, also a loving uncle of Ann, Jimmy and family. Friends please meet for service and cremation on Wednesday January 23, at 3.30 p.m. at Durham Crematorium. God saw you getting weary and did what He thought best, He put his arms around you and took you home to rest.

MIDDLEBROOK January 9, (peacefully, at home), of Fieldhouse Terrace, Durham. Dulcie, aged 76 years. Beloved wife of the late Reverend Bryan and also a loving mum and grandma. Friends please meet for service at St. Cuthbert's Church, North Road, Durham on Monday January 21, at 12.00 noon, followed by private cremation at Durham. Family flowers only please. Donations kindly accepted by St. Cuthbert's P.C.C. and R.S.P.C.A. Animal Centre, c/o, Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Front Street, Langley Park, Durham.

MOORE George On January 10, peacefully. George, aged 92 years, of Darlington, dearly beloved husband of the late Mary, much loved dad of Charles, Pamela, Mary and the late George, also a much loved grandad and great-grandad. Funeral Wednesday, January 16. Would friends please meet for service in St. John's Church, Darlington at 10.45 a.m., prior to a private interment in the West Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to St. Teresa's Hospice, The Woodlands, 91 Woodland Road, Darlington, DL3 7UA.

MORAN January 10, (in Tenlands Nursing Home), of Ferryhill. Jean, aged 86 years. Beloved wife of the late Alfred Stanley, much loved mother of Stan and John, mother-in-law of Natasha and Irene, dear grandmother and great-grandmother. Friends please meet for service and committal at Durham Crematorium on Monday January 21, at 2.00 p.m.

NEVISON Irene Peacefully on January 13, aged 86 years, a much loved mother of Valerie and Pamela mother-in-law of Eric, a dear sister and sister-in-law to Thea and Douglas, also a cherished grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral Tuesday, January 22. Would friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only. Please consider donations to Arthritis Research.

NEWTON James (Jim), aged 84 years, of Gainford, formerly of Ingleton, died peacefully at home on January 8, after an illness borne with great courage and dignity. Beloved husband of the late Nancy, much loved father of Stewart, dear father-in-law of Denise and a cherished grandpa and great-grandpa. Funeral service at St. John's Church, Ingleton on Friday, January 18 at 12.45 p.m., followed by committal at Darlington Crematorium. 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 Macmillan Nurses and Ingleton Church Funds.

NORBURY January 12, of West Auckland, formerly of Dewsbury. Robert Charles (Bob), aged 75 years, beloved husband of Dorothy, devoted dad of Gail, Ian and Paul, dear father-in-law to Phil, Gillian and Lin, a much loved grandad of Lee, Martin, Emma and Kirsty, also loving great-grandad to Abby and Jordan. Will friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, Bishop Auckland at 2.30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 22, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be given c/o the family or sent c/o Mr. A. Senior, 17 Etherley Grange, Bishop Auckland for the British Heart Foundation.

NORRIS January 10 (peacefully in hospital), formerly of Sowerby, Thirsk. Mary (Molly), aged 95 years, beloved wife of the late Wilfred, loving mother of Roland and Rita, a dear mother-in-law, granny and great-granny. The funeral service will be held at Sowerby Methodist Church on Friday, January 18 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory may be made to Breast Cancer.

PATTERSON On Friday, January 11, in hospital. John (Jack), aged 81 years, beloved husband of the late Nan, much loved by brother Doug, late brothers Alan and Bobby, late sister Alice, sisters-in-law Lillie, Laura, Mary and their families. Friends please meet for service in St. Mary Magdalene Church, Belmont on Tuesday, January 22 at 1.45 p.m. Cremation to follow at Durham Crematorium at 2.30 p.m. Family flowers only please.

PEAT Neville Colling, of Darlington, passed away suddenly on December 27, 2007 in Perth, Western Australia, aged 77 years. Loved husband to the late Carol, father, grandfather, brother and friend to many.

PEIRSON Elsie, (nee Ideson) Peacefully, in hospital on January 11, aged 91 years. Much loved wife of George, mam of Margaret and Cath, mother-in-law of Stephen and Mike and grandma of Rebecca, Christopher, Paul, Elisabeth and Helen. Cremation to take place in St. Bede's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium on Tuesday January 22, at 1.30 p.m. following onto a service of Thanksgiving at Great Ayton Methodist Church at 2.15 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if so desired to, Great Ayton Methodist Church or The Alzheimers Society.

PRYCE January 10, formerly of Newton Aycliffe. Ada (Dolly) in her 100th year, beloved wife of the late Edgar, devoted mum of Olwyn and the late Gwyneth, dear mother-in-law to Geoff and John, also a much loved and loving gran and great-gran. Will friends please meet for service in Neville Parade Methodist Church, Newton Aycliffe at 9.50 a.m. on Friday, January 18, followed by cremation at Darlington. Family flowers only by request. Donations may be sent to Oxfam or any donations in church would be for the Residents' Fund at St. Helen's Nursing Home.

PUGH January 11, (suddenly), of Briar Grove, Trimdon Village. George, aged 70 years. Beloved husband of Madge, a loving dad of Rosemary, Joanne, Lynda and the late Trish, a much loved grandad and great-grandad. Cremation Hartlepool Crematorium Thursday January 17. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at St. Mary Magdalene Church, Trimdon Village at 1.00 p.m. All enquiries, East Durham Funeral Services, Tel: (0191) 5864322.

QUICKMIRE January 11, of Shildon, died peacefully in her sleep, after a long illness. Eva (nee Hunter), aged 81 years, beloved wife of Eddie, much loved mother of Margaret and Marion, mother-in-law to Eric and John, also a loving grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and sister-in-law. Will friends please meet for service in St. John's Church, Shildon at 2.00 p.m. on Friday, January 18, followed by cremation at Durham.

REAY (Consett) Peacefully on January 14 aged 98 years, Bessie (nee Robson) much loved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great grandmother. Friends please meet at Mountsett Crematorium at 12.30 p.m. on Thursday January 24 for service and cremation.

REDDEN (nee Parkin) On Friday, January 11, peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family. Joyce, aged 74 years, of Sedgefield, formerly of Fishburn. Dearly beloved wife of Tom much loved mother of Trina and Benny, adored nana of Sancha and Tom, also a dear sister and sister-in-law and beloved friend of Jean. Funeral service to take place on Tuesday, January 22 at 3.00 pm in St. Edmund's Church, Sedgefield prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium. Friends please meet at Church. Family flowers only, by request. Donations, if so desired, to the Cancer Research Fund c/o Trina. God saw you getting weary and did what He thought best. He put His arms around you and took you home to rest.

RIDLEY January 16, peacefully in hospital, of Bondisle, Stanhope. Laura, aged 95 years, loving mother of Madge, Ken, Ronnie and Norman and a very special nanna. Will friends please meet for service in Bridge End Methodist Chapel, Frosterley on Thursday, January 24 at 1.30 p.m., followed by interment. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to the Chapel Funds.

ROBINSON January 14, of Darling-ton. Alfred, aged 85 years. Beloved husband of Joyce. Funeral service on Monday January 21, Darlington Crematorium at 9.45 a.m.

ROBINSON Terry Beloved friend and husband to Allannah, faithful father to Nigel and Simon, their wives Suzanne and Jane and loving grandad to Storm, Saskia, Alison, Andrew, Emily and Zak and brother to Edna. A man of courage and determination, an inspiration to those who knew him. He 'Fought the Good Fight' for 8 years and passed away peacefully on Wednes-day, January 9, 2008. His funeral will take place on Monday, January 21 at St. Andrew's Church, Haughton, Darlington at 1.15 p.m. and afterwards at the Crematorium, Darling-ton. No flowers, donations to Cancer Research and St. Teresa's Hospice. His special request was: Ladies, no black clothes, be bright and colourful please and gentlemen in 'shiny shoes'!

RODWELL Marion Gwendoline August 10, 1914 - January 11, 2008, peacefully at home. Funeral to be held at St. Giles' Church, Bowes on Monday January 21 at 1.30 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to St. Giles' Church.

ROSS January 9, formerly of Winston and Darlington. Sylvia Rose (nee Wilson, formerly Gaskins), aged 81 years. A loving mam, mother-in-law, nana and great-nana. Funeral Monday January 21. Would friends please meet 1.15 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. At the family's own request, no flowers please. Donations in lieu to Cancer Research.

SELBY On January 15, suddenly, of 77 Park Lane, Middleham (formerly of Cowling). Brenda, aged 48 years, much loved partner of Brian 'Smiler' Mansell, dearly loved daughter of Elsie and Cyril Selby and beloved sister of Christine. A private family funeral service will be followed by a Memorial Service at St. Mary and St. Alkelda's Church, Middleham on Thursday, January 24 at 1.30 p.m. Family flowers only please. Friends please meet at the church.

SEMMENS (Easington Colliery) January 10, suddenly. Duncan, aged 80 years (late of Burdess Bakery). Beloved brother of Claire and Eleanor. Funeral at Holy Trinity Church, Melrose on Thursday, January 17 at 10.30 a.m. No flowers.

SIMISTER On January 9, at Badgers Wood Care Home, Drayton, Norwich (formerly of Woodcrest Road, Darlington). Ellen, aged 102 years, beloved wife of the late George and mother of David and the late Colin. Donations Norfolk and Norwich Association for the Blind, c/o Gordon Barber, 2 St. Williams Way, Thorpe St. Andrew, Norwich, NR7 0AW. Tel (01603) 702460.

SKINNER January 15 (in hospital). James William M.B.E. (Jim), aged 88 years, of Albatross Way, Darling-ton, dearest husband of the late Doris, a loving dad of Christopher and the late Mandy also dear brother-in-law of Joyce and Kathy.

SKINNER January 15 (peacefully in hospital), of Middlestone Moor. Ken, aged 82 years, beloved husband of Louisa, a dearly loved dad of Kenneth, Peter and Paul and a much loved father-in-law and grandad. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium Tuesday for a service and committal at 9.30 a.m.

SMITH On January 16 peacefully in Langley Park Care Home, formerly of Dale Street, Langley Park. Alma, aged 80 years, dearly loved wife of the late Jonty, a dear mam, gran, great-gran and mother-in-law. Friends please meet for service at St. Andrew' Methodist Church, Langley Park on Tuesday, January 22 at 2.30 p.m. Interment to follow at Langley Park Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired to the British Heart Foundation and St. Cuthbert's Hospice care of Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Langley Park, Durham.

STRINGER George January 15, peacefully. Beloved dad of Maureen Morrison and Barbara Leggott, father-in-law of Lewis and George and much loved grandad of Andrew, Ben, Anna and Sally. Funeral Monday, January 21 at St. Peter's Church, Croft 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only.

STUBBINGS Florence Mary (Florrie), aged 93 years, formerly of Scorton, died peacefully at Nightingale Hall Nursing Home, Richmond on January 14. Beloved wife of the late George, dearest mum of Tony and Dorothy, dear mother-in-law to Laura and Raymond, loving nana of Angela, Stuart and Brian, a special great-gran and a dear aunt and great-aunt. Funeral service in Richmond Methodist Church on Wednesday, January 23 at 2.15 p.m., followed by committal at Darlington Crematorium. Friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations may be given on the plate in church for Yorkshire Cancer Research and Church Funds.

SWEETLOVE January 13, in hospital, of Pearl Close, Chilton. Linda, aged 56 years, dearly loved mam of Craig and Ryan and a dear nana of Brooklyn and Macie and much loved sister of Kath, Barry and Norman and partner Sam. Cortege leaving residence at 11.05 a.m. on Wednes-day, January 23 for service in St. Aidan's Church at 11.15 a.m., followed by committal at Durham Crematorium.

THOMPSON January 14, of Denehurst Nursing Home. Lydia Mary, aged 88 years, beloved wife of the late William and much loved mother of Peter and daughter-in-law Joyce. Funeral service at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday, January 22 at 9.00 a.m. Family flowers only.

THOMPSON January 18, peacefully in hospital. Stan, aged 80 years, of Northallerton, dearly loved husband of Nellie, a loving father of Susan and Megan and a dear father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. Funeral service to take place at All Saints' Church, Northallerton on Friday, January 25 at 10.30 a.m., followed by interment.

THOMPSON January 10, of Lanchester. Christopher, aged 64 years, dearly loved husband of Joan, a much loved dad to Claire and Louise, a loving son of George and Daisy and brother to Roy. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Mountsett Crematorium, Dipton on Wednesday, January 16 at 3.30 p.m. Donations in lieu of flowers may be given after the service for Willowburn Hospice. Friends welcome for refreshments at The Queens Head, Lanchester afterwards.

THORNTON (of Ingleton) On January 13, passed away peacefully at home. Stephen, aged 82 years, dearly loved husband of Nellie, dear dad of Kevin. Funeral Thursday, January 24. Would friends please meet for service in St. John's Church, Ingleton at 12.45 p.m., prior to private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to St. John's Church.

TINKLER January 16, of The Oaks Sunnybrow, peacefully, in hospital surrounded by his loving family). Frank, aged 81 years. Dearly loved husband of Gwen, loving father and father-in-law of Timothy and Myra, also a devoted granda of Emma and Laura. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Friday January 25, at 2.00 p.m.

TURNBULL January 14, of Ushaw Villas, Ushaw Moor. Florence Jane, (Jenny), aged 70 years. Beloved wife of the late Jackie, a much loved mam of Margaret, David, Stephen, Susan, George and the late John, a loving grandma and mother-in-law and a dear sister, sister-in-law and auntie. Friends please meet for service in St. Luke's Church on Wednesday January 23, at 10.45 a.m. followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given after the service for Sunderland Royal Renal Unit. Friends welcome for refreshments at her home afterwards.

TURNER (Jesmond) Peacefully, at home after a long illness on January 14, aged 64 years. Valerie, (nee Hearn). Much loved wife of Graham, loving mother of Stuart and Christopher, mother-in-law of Emma, a treasured gran to Sophie, beloved daughter of mother Irene and father George. A private cremation will take place at The West Road, Crematorium, Newcastle. Donations if desired to be sent to, The N.S.P.C.C. Registered Charity, Freepost, WC1613, London. EC2B 2NS. A celebration of her life will take place at a later date. Please contact, Graham, Tel: (0191) 2815395 for arrangements.

TUTIN January 14, of Rosewood, Chilton. Jean (nee Kidd), aged 75 years, a dear wife of Fred and a much loved mam and nana. Would friends please meet in Windlestone Chapel, Chilton, Friday for a service at 1.30 p.m., followed by interment in Chilton Cemetery. To a dear wife Jean, when I think about the words 'special wife', I think about you! It's your caring, thoughtful ways and the special time we shared, I will miss. You're everything a wife could be, I will miss you. Love, Fred.

TUTIN When you lose someone you love, the hurt is hard to hide. No last farewells were spoken, we never said goodbye. You were gone before we knew it and only God knows why. We have no cards or gifts to give but in our hearts you will always live. Lots of love, Ian, Shelly, Adam and Mitchell.

TUTIN Your friendship is a special gift that I treasure every day and I hope you know I value it, more than words can say. Love, John, Julie, Malcolm and Joe.

UMPLEBY On January 13, peacefully in Oak Lodge Nursing Home. Eric, aged 85 years, of Darlington, loving husband of Barbara, special brother to Colin and sister-in-law Joyce. Funeral Tuesday, January 22. Would friends please meet for service in Harrowgate Hill Methodist Church at 2.30 p.m., prior to cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Harrowgate Hill Methodist Church Boiler Fund.

VIPOND January 15, late of Crook. Ada, aged 80 years, a dearly loved wife of the late John, loving mother of Alan and a dear mother-in-law of Patricia, a much loved nana and great-nana and a dear sister. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium on Thursday, January 24 at 11.00 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to the Air Ambulance.

WALKER Evelyn Joan, aged 84 years, formerly of East Farm, Kirby Hill and latterly of Ravensworth, died peacefully at Nightingale Hall Nursing Home, Richmond on January 12. Beloved wife of the late Stan, much loved mum of Maureen, Brian and Keith and a dear mother-in-law, loving nan and great-nan. Funeral service at St Peter and St Felix Church, Kirby Hill on Saturday, January 19 at 1.30 p.m., followed by interment in the Churchyard. Friends please meet at the Church. Family flowers only please, if desired donations may be given on the plate provided in the Church for Yorkshire Cancer Research and Kirby Hill Church Funds.

WALKER January 10, of Coundon. Margaret (Peggy, nee Eales), aged 84 years, beloved wife of the late Sydney, devoted mam of Patricia, dear mother-in-law to George, also a much loved and loving gran of Joanne and Adam. Will friends please meet for Requiem Mass in St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Coundon at 11.00 a.m., on Wednesday, January 16, followed by interment in the churchyard. R.I.P.

WALKER January 12 (suddenly but peacefully). Jean, aged 79 years, of St. Andrew's Street, Darlington, a beloved wife of the late Les, a much loved mam of Lesley, a treasured nana of Chris and Shelley, also great-nana of Megan. Funeral Wednesday, January 23. Would friends please meet 1.15 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

WALTON January 15, suddenly at home, of The Grove, West Cornforth. Enid, aged 63 years, a beloved daughter of the late George and Nancy. Would friends please meet for service at St. Mary's Church, Coxhoe on Friday, January 25 at 9.40 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham. No flowers by request. Donations, if so desired, for St. Mary's Church, Coxhoe.

WALTON Robert (Bob) On January 11, suddenly in hospital. Robert, aged 30 years, of Trimdon Village, very dearly loved son of Joan and Robert, best brother in the world to Donna and Joe, also a much loved uncle to Joseph. Funeral service to take place on Wednesday, January 23 at St. Mary Magdalene Church, Trimdon Village at 2.00 p.m., prior to interment within Trimdon Grange Cemetery.

WARNER Freda (nee Anderson), January 11, whilst on holiday in Cyprus, of Stevenage, (late of Trimdon and Fishburn). Loving wife of Derek, mother of Neil and Deborah, dearest daughter of Eleanor and the late Sydney Anderson, a dear grandma and a dear sister of Derek, also a loving aunt and cousin. Will always be remembered by her loving family.

WHENSLEY January 13, of Shildon, peacefully in Bishop Auckland Hospital after a brief illness. Edith May (nee Millward), aged 79 years, re-united with husband Jack. Dearly loved mother of Thelma, Lawrence and Susan, a loving mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. Will family and friends please meet for service in St. John's Church, Shildon at 10.00 a.m. on Thursday, January 24, followed by interment in Shildon Cemetery. Until we meet again

WHITFIELD January 10, (suddenly), of Shildon Court, Shildon. Harry, aged 87 years. Beloved husband of the late Jennie, loving father of Ann and Hugh, devoted grandad of Katy and Richard, great-grandad of Bethany and Joshua. Private family funeral.

WILKINSON January 10 (peacefully in hospital), of Tudhoe Moor, Spennymoor. Glenys (Gwen, nee Townley), aged 87 years, beloved wife of the late Charles (Charlie), a dearly loved mam of Pauline, Sheila and the late Glenys, a dear mother-in-law and a much loved nana and great-nana. Would friends please meet in St. Andrew's Church, Monday for a service at 10.40 a.m., followed by committal at Durham Crematorium.

WITHERSPOON (Sacriston) Formerly of Nettles-worth. Peacefully at home on January 9, aged 20 years. Peter Leo, dearly loved son of Freddy and Pam, much loved grandson to Peter and Ruby (Kelly), a wonderful young man who will be sadly missed by all his loving family and friends. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Friday January 18, at 2.00 p.m. Donations to, St. Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham.

WRIGHT January 11, in hospital. Margaret Joan (nee Atkinson) aged 92 years, beloved wife of the late Leslie, a dear sister of Rene and the late Pamela, also a much loved aunt and friend to many. Funeral Monday, January 21. Friends please meet for service in All Saints' Church, Ravensdale Road, Darlington at 9.30 a.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be sent for The Talking Newspaper or Friends of Darlington Memorial Hospital c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington DL3 7JR.

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