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HIRD January 28 (suddenly, at home), of Gillfield Farm, Hunderthwaite, Barnard Castle. Norman, aged 76 years. Beloved husband of the late Barbara, a much loved father of Helen and Richard, a dear brother of Colin and Kenneth, father-in-law of Denise and a much loved and loving grandad of Katie and Ruth. A private family service followed by cremation will take place at Darlington Crematorium on Wednesday, February 6 at 11.15 a.m. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu in memory of Norman for The Friends of Richardson Hospital, may be sent c/o John Wise Funeral Director, 16 Stainton, Barnard Castle, Co. Durham. DL12 8RB.

ABERDEEN (Sacriston) Peacefully, in hospital on January 29, aged 89 years. Elsie, (nee Alderson). Much loved wife of the late Robert William, loving mam of Brian and the late Bob, loved and devoted grandma to Robert, Brian and Julie and loved great-grandmother and great - great - grand mother. Will be sadly missed by all her loving family and many friends. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday February 6, at 10.30 a.m. By request, family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired may be sent to, St. Cuthbert's Hospice, Sacriston.

ALLISON January 26, of Bishop Auckland. Frank, aged 73 years, beloved husband of Florence, devoted dad of Andrew and his fiancée Becky, a would be grandad to Gregory, also a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in Bishop Auckland Methodist Church at 2.30 p.m. on Thursday, January 31, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may, if desired, be left in church or with Mr. W. Walker for the British Heart Foundation.

ARMITT January 28 (peacefully in hospital). John, aged 85 years, of Riverside Care Home, Darlington. Beloved husband of the late Joyce, a dear father of Barbara and Stephen and stepfather of Frank, Mike, Liz, Bridget, Bernie and Stephen, also a much loved father-in-law, grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral Wednesday February 6. Would friends please meet 1.45 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please.

ATKIN January 30, peacefully at Rydal Care Home, Darlington. Marguerite Leontine (Peggy), aged 79 years, beloved wife of the late Denis, dearly loved mother of Denis and Richard, mother-in-law of John, much loved grandmother of Nicole, Kerrilee, Daniel, Adam and Laura. Funeral Friday, February 8. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 1.45 p.m.

ATKINSON January 24, peacefully, in Sherburn House Hospital. Allan, aged 87 years, formerly of Newton Hall, loving husband of the late Mary, also a dear uncle of Janice and the late Allen. Friends please meet for service at All Saints' Church, Newton Hall on Thursday January 31 at 1.15 p.m., followed by private cremation. Bus provided from Church to Sherburn House Hospital for refreshments.

BARKER January 25, peacefully, of Hutton Avenue, Darlington. Michael, aged 57 years, beloved son of Tom and Margaret and a dearly loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle and special friend to many. Funeral Monday, February 4. Friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, Haughton at 10.45 a.m., followed by cremation.

BELL On January 25, suddenly but peacefully in hospital. Jennie, aged 90 years, of Northallerton, dearly loved wife of Harold, loving mother of Alan, mother-in-law of Val and a dearest nana and great-grandma. Funeral service to take place in All Saints' Church, Northallerton on Monday, February 4 at 12.15 p.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only but donations, if wished, may be sent to the Rutson Hospital, High Street, Northallerton for the Macmillan Nurses.

BIELBY January 26, (at home after a long illness bravely borne surrounded by love), of Wood Vue, Spennymoor. Fred, aged 80 years. Beloved husband of Noreen, a special dad of Carol, Ken and the late Tim, a devoted grandad to Michael, Laura, Hayley and Hugh and a dear uncle. Would friends please meet in St. Paul's Church, Friday for a service at 12.10 p.m. followed by committal at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to, 'Butterwick Hospice, Bishop Auckland', Woodhouse Lane, DL14 6JU.

BOYNTON Darlington January 23 suddenly but peacefully of The Byway. Brian, aged 53 years, dearest brother of Ivy, Peter, Eileen, Carol, David and their families and special uncle of Linda and Stephen. He will be very sadly missed by Yvonne, Bobby, Seymour, all the family, his carers and The Lads. Funeral Friday February 1. Would friends kindly meet for service in St. John's Church, Bank Top 10.00 a.m., followed by cremation in Darlington Crematorium 10.45 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu in aid of Darlington Memorial Hospital, Ward 42, Haematology will be accepted by Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington DL3 9EL. Tel: (01325) 482999.

BRADY On January 18, tragically, as the result of a road accident, of Lumley Road, Newton Hall. Paul, aged 23 years, dearly loved son of Veronica and John, loving brother of Chris, David, Joanne and Helen. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass on Friday, February 1 at St. Godric's R.C. Church, Durham at 2.00 p.m., cremation to follow. Afterwards all welcome to Nevilles Cross Social Club. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to St. Leonard's Boat Club or Victims of Road Traffic Accidents, c/o Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Gilesgate, Durham.

CHRISTIAN January 25, peacefully of Greenbank Road, Darlington. Jean (nee Wright), aged 74 years, beloved wife of Peter, dearly loved mother of Tony, Angela, Shirley, John, Jayne and Helen, also much loved nana, great-nana, sister and dear friend of Pat and Judy. Funeral Friday, February 1. Friends please meet for service in the West Cemetery Chapel at 11.15 a.m., followed by interment.

CLARK On January 28, peacefully after a short illness. Kenneth, aged 69 years, of Sherburn Road Estate, Durham, a sadly missed brother of Anne, brother-in-law Peter and their family. Will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crema-torium, Wednesday, February 6 at 2.00 p.m.

COLLISHAW January 25, of Staindrop. Margaret (nee Keers) dearly loved mam of Paul, David, Annette and Michelle, a much loved and loving grandma, great-grandma, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, also a good friend. Will friends please meet for service in Staindrop Methodist Church at 9.15 a.m. on Thursday, January 31, followed by cremation at Darlington.

COOKSON On January 24, suddenly in Bowburn Care Home. Cissie, aged 89 years, formerly of Coxhoe, dear wife of the late Fred also a dear sister-in-law, aunt and great-aunt. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Monday, February 4 at 10.00 a.m.

COULTAS January 22, suddenly at Brunel Way, Darlington. Terence, aged 63 years, dearly loved brother of Alan and Eileen, brother-in-law of Ann and also a much loved uncle. Funeral Thursday, January 31. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 11.15 a.m.

DAVIES 02.01.1940 - 26.01.2008 Bill aged 68 years passed away peacefully at home after a long illness bravely borne a brilliant, warm, loving and very much loved husband to Jo, a proud, loving and greatly loved dad to Peter and Sharon and their spouses Jean and Tony, grandad to Kate, Kris, Yvonne and Matthew, great-grandad to Chloe, Angel, Brandon and Hayden. His love of life and laughter will be greatly missed by all. Funeral Thursday, February 7. Would friends please meet 1.45 p.m. for service at Darlington Crema-torium. Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired, to Cancer Research.

DEEGAN January 14, in hospital, after an illness bravely borne, of St. Aidan's Lodge, Framwellgate Moor, formerly of Lilac Avenue. Maude, aged 85 years, wife of the late Ronald, dearest mother of Carol and Rona, also a dear grandma, great-grandma and mother-in-law. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Friday, February 1 at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired to St. Cuthbert's Hospice care of Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Gilesgate, Durham.

DIXON January 25, peacefully at St Teresa's Hospice, of Blackwell, Darlington. Gladys, aged 82 years, beloved wife of the late Francis William, dearly loved mother of David and Maureen, treasured and loving grandma of Mark and Sally. Funeral Tuesday, February 5. Friends please meet for service in All Saints' Church, Ravensdale Road at 2.30 p.m., followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be sent for St Teresa's Hospice, The Woodlands, 91 Woodland Road, Darlington, DL3 7UA.

DIXON On January 28, peacefully in Seaham House. James (Harry), aged 85 years, of Sunderland Avenue, Horden, a loving husband of Grace, much loved father of Hazel, Heather and Michael, a dear father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. Cortege to leave his residence on Tuesday for service at the Methodist Church, Blackhills Road, Horden at 11.00 a.m., prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium. Friends are kindly invited, please meet at the church. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired, to the Seaham House of the Hawthorns Nursing Home, c/o Kevin Hepworth, Funeral Director.

EDDLESTONE On January 30, died peacefully at Baring Court, Tow Law. Lawrence, aged 90 years, husband of the late Freda, father to Margaret, Stephen, Mavis and the late Kathleen and a beloved grandad and great-grandad. Friends please meet for service at Wooley Terrace Methodist Chapel on February 6 at 1.30 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.

GAIR Wheatley Hill January 28, suddenly. Jonathan (Jonty), aged 61 years, devoted husband of Marion, treasured dad of Lesley and Simon, father-in-law of John and Donna, much loved grandad to Shannon and Darcy and very sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral to take place on Monday February 4. Will friends please meet for service at All Saints' Church, Wheatley Hill at 12.00 noon, followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium and afterwards at the Constitutional Club, Wheatley Hill.

GALILEE Graham (shipbuilder), of Flatts Road, Barnard Castle, peacefully on January 25, 2008 aged 82 years. Much loved and loving husband of Judith, beloved father of Roderick, Jane, John and Neil, a proud grandpa of Natasha, Charlotte, Jack, Greta, Max, Martha and Eddie, he was cherished by his whole family. He was a kind and steadfast gentleman with a twinkling sense of humour who will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Private cremation followed by a Service of Thanksgiving at St. Mary's Parish Church, Barnard Castle on Friday, February 1 at 1.15 p.m. Please join his family at Bailies, Barnard Castle after the service to share a light lunch. Donations to the RNLI may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, 100 Galgate, Barnard Castle, DL12 8BJ.

GALILEE Graham (shipbuilder), of Flatts Road, Barnard Castle, peacefully on January 25, 2008 aged 82 years. Much loved and loving husband of Judith, beloved father of Roderick, Jane, John and Neil, a proud grandpa of Natasha, Charlotte, Jack, Greta, Max, Martha and Eddie, he was cherished by his whole family. He was a kind and steadfast gentleman with a twinkling sense of humour who will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Private cremation followed by a Service of Thanksgiving at St. Mary's Parish Church, Barnard Castle today Friday, February 1 at 1.15 p.m. Donations to the RNLI may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, 100 Galgate, Barnard Castle, DL12 8BJ.

GARBUTT January 26, peacefully at home, after a long illness borne with dignity and courage. John (Big John), aged 86 years, of Spring Court, Darlington, a loving, devoted husband to Nellie, much loved dad to Pauline, Linda and Michael, also a dearly loved grandad and great-grandad. Funeral Friday, February 1. Would friends please meet 9.45 a.m. for service at Darlington Crema-torium. No flowers by request. Donations if desired to the Yorkshire Kidney Research Fund.

GEORGE January 30, peacefully at home, of Ferryhill Station. Tom, aged 62 years, much loved husband of Elaine, a dearly loved dad, grandfather and great-grandfather. Sadly missed by all of his family. Family and friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Thursday, February 7 at 12.00 noon.

GILES On January 23, of Coppice Hill, Esh Winning. Bertha, aged 95 years, a dearly loved aunt of Margaret and Joyce and will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Would friends please meet for service in Acton Road Methodist Church on Friday, February 1 at 11.30 a.m., followed by interment in Parkwood Cemetery. The family would like to express their sincere thanks to all those who cared for Bertha in recent years.

GLASSBOROW Maurice Basil, aged 91 years, of Gilling West, died peacefully in hospital on January 18. Beloved husband of the late Joan and much loved father of Martin and Stephen. Funeral service at St Agatha's Church, Gilling West on Friday, February 1 at 1.00 p.m. followed by interment in the Churchyard. Friends please meet at the church.

GRAINGER January 29, died peacefully at her sister's home. Maisie, aged 50 years, of Wingate, loving mam of Daniel, much loved sister of Bob, Alan, Ann and the late Tom, loved sister-in-law of Josie, Hilda and Liz. Funeral service Wednesday February 6 at Milbank Methodist Church, Station Town at 10.15 a.m., prior to interment at Station Town Cemetery.

GREGORY January 30, 2008 (after a long illness). Eric Gregory, aged 83 years, of Barnard Castle (retired N.W.A. Super-intendent), formerly of Lartington. Dearly beloved husband of Margaret and a dear father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Sadly missed by all of his family and friends. Would friends please meet for funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Friday, February 8 at 11.45 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be given in the Crematorium Chapel to Alzheimer's Society. Many thanks to staff at Whorlton Grange for their excellent care.

GRIEVE Sarah (Sally), aged 83 years, of Darlington, peacefully in hospital on January 19. Beloved wife of the late Dennis Grieve, dear sister-in-law of Norman and Eileen and a loving aunt to Yvonne, Gordon, Alan and Linda. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday, January 31 at 10.45 a.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium.

GRINT Robert In hospital on January 28, of Kielder Drive, Trimdon Grange (late of Horden). Robert, aged 72 years, dearly beloved husband of Irene, a much loved dad of Ian, a dear father-in-law of Kate, also devoted grandad of Daniel, Molly and Daisy. Cremation Durham Crematorium Monday, February 4. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at St. Alban's Church in Trimdon Grange at 12.30 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired, to Hartlepool Hospice, Wells Road, Hartlepool. All enquiries to East Durham Funeral Services Ltd. Tel. 0191 5864322.

HADDON Violet Phoebe Rosa, died peacefully at Morris Grange Care Home in the early hours of January 26. Friends and family please meet at Darlington Crematorium at 9.15 a.m. on Friday, February 1. Family flowers only please. If you wish to make a donation please do so for Cancer Research UK, this may be sent to John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ. A special thanks to Morris Grange staff and Dr Enevoldson for the care and kindness with Violet over the last months.

HANN On January 22, peacefully in hospital. Joe, aged 99 years, of Cuthbert Avenue, Sherburn Road. Dear husband of the late Annie, a loving father, with large family up to great-great-grandfather. Will be greatly missed by his many relatives and friends. Friends please meet for service at St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Gilesgate on Friday, February 1 at 10.00 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Treetops Ward at University Hospital North Durham, c/o Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Gilesgate.

HARRIMAN Kenneth, of Easington, suddenly but peacefully at home on January 30, aged 74 years. Kenny, a much loved husband of Mary (nee Emery, of Shotton), also a devoted dad to Paul, Bruce and the late Robin, dear father-in-law to Melanie and Diane and a cherished grandad to Luke, Kane, Kayleigh, Jake, Keera and Tyra. Cortege to leave his residence on Monday for service at the Church of the Ascension, Easington Colliery at 12.30 p.m., prior to an interment at Easington Colliery Cemetery. Friends are kindly invited, please meet at the church. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired, to the Macmillan Nurses, c/o Kevin Hepworth Funeral Director.

HEWISON January 26, peacefully in hospital. Margaret, of Sowerby, formerly of Carlton Miniott, a dearly loved sister, auntie and great-aunt. Funeral Tuesday, February 5. Would friends please meet at 1.40 p.m. for service at Harrogate Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for the Lambert Medical Centre.

HIGGINS On January 25. Bradley John Frederick, aged one week (in the R.V.I. Newcastle), of Darling-ton, a beloved son of Amanda and Glenn, a much loved grandson of John and Pam and Stuart and Shelley and nephew of David and Maria. Funeral service on Thursday January 31 at St. Andrew's Church, Haughton at 10.00 a.m., prior to interment in the West Cemetery.

HINDMARSH January 27, of Bristol, formerly of Close House, Bishop Auckland, suddenly at home. John Richard, aged 61 years, a loving father, grandfather and brother.

HIRD January 28, (suddenly, at home), of Gillfield Farm, Hunderthwaite, Barnard Castle. Norman, aged 76 years. Beloved husband of the late Barbara, a much loved father of Helen and Richard, a dear brother of Colin and Kenneth, father-in-law of Denise and a much loved and loving grandad of Katie and Ruth. A private family service followed by cremation will take place at Darlington Crematorium on Wednesday February 6, at 11.15 a.m. Family flowers only please. But donations in lieu in memory of Norman for The Friends of Richardson Hospital may be sent, c/o, John Wise Funeral Director, 16 Stainton, Barnard Castle, Co. Durham. DL12 8RB.

HOPPER January 25 (peacefully), of Bishop Auckland, formerly of Coundon. Keith, aged 65 years, a loving husband of the late Beatrice, a dearly loved dad of Chris, Keith, Eleanor, Nancy, Ester and Colin, devoted granda of Tony, Emma, Amy-Louise, Natalie and Luke, also a much loved great-granda of Lucas, Emma and Sara. Friends please meet for service in St. James' Church, Coundon on Monday, February 4 at 12.00 noon, followed by interment in Coundon Ceme-tery.

HOWLETT (nee Mann) January 20 (peacefully, in Hundens Park Care Home). Edith, aged 83 years, formerly of Kath-erine Street, Darlington. Funeral Friday February 1. Would family and friends please meet 2.15 p.m. for service at Darlington Crema-torium. Floral tributes to Co-operative Funeral Care, 50 St. Cuthbert's Way, Darlington.

HURST January 26 (at home). Thomas Roland, aged 76 years, devoted husband of the late Anne, adored dad of Neil, Bev, Lindsey and the late Barry, a much loved father-in-law who was very proud of his eight grandchildren and great-granddaughter also a dear brother and friend. He will be greatly missed by us all. Funeral Tuesday, February 5. Would friends please meet 11.45 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

JARVIS January 28, peacefully at West Lodge Care Home. Doris (nee Reid), aged 82 years, beloved wife of Ronald, loving mother of Janet and Karen and grandmother of Patrick and Hollie. Family and friends please meet for service at Wooley Terrace Methodist Chapel, Stanley Crook on Tuesday February 5 at 12.40 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crema-torium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be left in Chapel for the West Lodge Care Home Resident's Fund.

JOHNSON January 26, peacefully of Pierremont Road, Darl-ington. Alan, aged 69 years, dearly beloved husband of Patsy, loving father of Duncan, James, Fergus, Christie and Richard, father-in-law of Sue and devoted grandad of Charlotte and William. Funeral Monday February 4. Friends please meet for service in Holy Trinity Church at 1.00 p.m., followed by private cremation.

JONES (nee Mitchell) Doris (Dot), aged 86 years, peacefully on Jan uary 28 of Middleton-one-Row (formerly of Geneva Crescent). Beloved wife of the late Bill, dearly loved mother of Linda, Billy, Olwen and Kathleen, dear mother-in-law of Dave, Brenda, Jim and Dave, loving nana and great-nana and a much loved sister of Cora and the late Nan. Funeral Monday February 4. Would friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium, 2.15 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be sent for the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society care of Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington DL3 9EL. Tel: (01325) 482999.

JONES (Tow Law) January 30, peacefully, in hospital. Joyce, aged 79 years, devoted wife of the late James, beloved mother of Geoffrey and David, a loved mother-in-law of Julie and Sandra, also a devoted grandma. Joyce will be sadly missed by all of her loving family and friends. Would friends please meet for Requiem Mass on Wednesday, February 6 at 11.30 a.m. in St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Tow Law to be followed by interment in Thornley Road Ceme-tery, Tow Law. By request, family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be made to the Alzheimers Disease Society (Durham Branch) c/o Mrs T Pryer, 3 Westray, Garden Farm, Chester-le-Street, Co Durham DH2 3HF. R.I.P

KEENAN January 26, of Bishop Auckland. Alexander (Jock), aged 77 years, beloved husband of the late Theresa, devoted dad of Graham and Julie, a dear father-in-law, much loved and loving grandad of Anna, Sarah and Grace, also a dear brother, uncle and good friend. Will friends please meet for Requiem Mass in St. Mary's R.C. Church, Bishop Auckland at 10.00 a.m., on Saturday, February 2, followed by interment in Bishop Auckland Town Cemetery. R.I.P.

KELL January 23 (suddenly, but peacefully), of Clifton Road, Darlington. Pamela Mary, aged 83 years, much loved wife of Raymond, also a loving mam to Malcolm. Funeral took place Wednesday January 30.

KENDALL On January 28 (peacefully in hospital), formerly of Healaugh and Reeth. Betty, aged 84 years, dearly loved wife of the late James. Funeral service to be held at St. Andrew's Church, Grinton on Monday, February 4 at 12.00 noon, followed by interment at Grinton Cemetery. Family flowers only please, however donations in memory of Betty, if so desired, may be given at the service for Richmond House Residents' Fund and St. Andrew's Church. Will friends please meet at the church and accept this intimation.

KERSHAW Suddenly on January 24, of The Bungalows, Esh Winning. Stephen (Steph) Clifford, aged 47 years, much loved daddy to Jack and Katie, beloved son of the late Walter and Jean and a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Friday, February 1 at 1.30 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given after the service for the Diabetic Association. Friends welcome for refreshments at The Dreadnought afterwards.

LAMB June (nee Bell), aged 71 years, of High Etherley (formerly of Evenwood), peacefully in hospital on January 28. Dearly loved wife of Tot, much loved mam of Tracey and Richard, dear mother-in-law of Michelle and loving grandmother of Jamie and Holly. Funeral service in St. Paul's Church Evenwood on Monday, February 4 at 10.15 a.m., followed by private cremation. Friends please meet at the Church.

LISTER On January 24, suddenly at home, of Trimdon Grange. James, aged 67 years, devoted husband of Pat, a much loved father of Kathy and Mark, Jim and Sarah, devoted grandad of Niall and a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral service to be held at Rose Street Methodist Church, Trimdon Grange Wednesday, January 30 at 10.30 a.m., followed by interment at Trimdon Grange Cemetery.

LYLE January 25, of Crook. Nellie, beloved wife of Douglas, also a dear sister, sister-in-law, aunt and a good friend. Will friends please meet for service in Crook St. Andrew's United Methodist Church (Dawson Street) at 10.00 a.m. on Thursday, January 31, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be left in church for West Lodge Home Residents' Fund.

MAHON On Sunday, January 27, suddenly but peacefully in the Memorial Hospital, Darlington after a short illness. Eileen, aged 69 years, dearly beloved wife of Ron and much loved mother of Phil and Tracey. A special grandmother to Jessica and Megan and dearly missed by son-in-law Paul and daughter-in-law Lisa. Relatives and friends please meet for funeral service at St Patrick's R.C. Church, Fairfield, Stockton on Tuesday, February 5 at 10.30 a.m. followed by interment at Durham Road Cemetery, Stockton on Tees. Flowers will be welcomed and may be sent to Co-operative Funeralcare, 99-109 Norton Road, Stockton, TS18 2BG. Tel. 01642 674377. Any donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired, to The British Heart Foundation. Donation box will be available at church.

MASON January 24, of Bishop Auckland. Charles (Charlie), aged 79 years, dearly beloved husband of the late Florence, much loved dad of Carol and Janet, a dear father-in-law, granda, great-granda, brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church at 9.15 a.m. on Friday, February 1, followed by cremation at Darlington. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be given to the Alzheimer's Society.

MATTHEWS January 31, of Newton Aycliffe, after a long illness borne with great courage and humour. Matt, aged 77 years, dearly loved partner of Margaret, husband of the late Ann, much loved dad of Christine and Diane, a dear grandad of Susan, Vicky, Trudi, Karen, Carrera and Maddison, great-grandad of Beth and Isla, father-in-law of Eric and Barry and all his extended family. Will friends please meet at Darlington Crematorium at 10.45 a.m. on Thursday, February 7 in celebration of Matt's life. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, in Matt's memory, can be left for the MARA Unit and Leukaemia Care, a plate is provided at the crematorium. No black to be worn by Matt's request.

METCALFE January 25, died peacefully at Rosedale Nursing Home, formerly of Little Ings, Gayle Ada, aged 89 years, beloved wife of the late Harry, dearly loved mother of Elizabeth, Sheila, John, Harold and the late Irene and a much loved grandma and great-grandma. Funeral service at Gayle Chapel Monday, February 4 at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for Gayle Chapel and Rosedale Care Home.

METCALFE January 25, of 7 Dales View, Little Ings. George Alan (Tim), aged 65 years, a much loved brother of Mary, Enid, Stan and the late James and a very dear uncle. Funeral service at Hawes Church Thursday, January 31 at 1.00 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for the R.N.I.B.

MITCHELL February 1, of Bishop Auckland. Leonard (Lenny), aged 70 years, dearly beloved husband of Val, much loved dad of Stephen, father-in-law of Susan, brother of Raymond, Keith, Alan and the late Ronnie, also a dear brother-in-law and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 1.00 p.m. on Thursday, February 7. After the service all are welcome to the Bishop Auckland Golf Club for refreshment.

MOORE On January 31, of Pity Me (formerly of Newton Aycliffe). Jean, dearly loved wife of Ted, a much loved mam of Keith and Karen, mother-in-law of Claire and Peter and a devoted nan of all her grandchildren. Would friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday, February 6 at 11.30 a.m. Floral tributes, if desired, may be sent to N. Alderson Funeral Directors, Flass Terrace, Ushaw Moor, Durham.

MORRISON (Haydon Bridge) January 26, peacefully, formerly of Warkworth. Margaret, wife of the late Ron. Will be missed by all family and friends. Funeral service to be held at Cowpen Crematorium on Monday, February 4 at 3.00 p.m. Family flowers only, by request. Donations in lieu to P.C.C. Wark-worth. A donation box will be provided at the service. All enquiries to Co-operative Funeral Care, Amble. Tel: (01665) 710437.

MORTIMER Nancy On January 27, suddenly in hospital. Nancy, aged 83 years, dearly loved mam of Fred, Eric, Robert, Anne and the late Gwen, a much loved gran of Eve, Peter, Andrew, Helen, Vicki, and Danny, great grandma of Samantha and Kieron. Service in St Peter's Church, Bishopton, Tuesday, February 5 at 10.15 a.m. prior to cremation at Darlington Crema-torium. Friends please meet at church. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be sent to Ward 20 Funds, University Hospital of North Tees, Hardwick, Stockton.

MYERS January 28 (peacefully in hospital), of Edward Avenue, Bowburn. Theresa, aged 76 years, beloved wife of the late Joe, a much loved mother, nana and great-grandma. Friends please meet at St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Coxhoe Monday, February 4 at 2.30 p.m., followed by private inter ment at Metal Bridge Cemetery. Bus provided, leaving Edward Avenue at 2.15 p.m.

NATTRASS January 26, in Sunderland Hospital, of Eastlea, Sidefoot, Daddry Shield. John, aged 89 years, beloved husband of Minnie. Will friends please meet for service in All Saints' Church, Eastgate on Friday, February 1 at 1.00 p.m., followed by interment. No flowers by request. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Renal Department, Bishop Auckland Hospital.

PALLISTER January 25, peacefully in hospital, of Edge Court, Gilesgate. Sarah Jane, aged 87 years, a loving wife of the late Jim, much loved mother of June, Jimmy, Ann, Eddy, David, Marion, Mick, John and Billy, also a loving grandma and great-grandma. Will be sadly missed by all the family. Friends please meet for service at St. Giles' Church, Gilesgate on Thursday, January 31 at 2.00 p.m., prior to interment in South Road Cemetery.

PARKER Chester-le-Street January 29, peacefully in hospital. Robert (Bob), aged 83 years, beloved husband of the late Doreen, devoted dad of Janet and Barbara, father-in-law of Jim and a much loved grandad of Ruth and Jonathan. Will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday, February 5 at 3.00 p.m.

PHILLIPS January 28 (suddenly), of Eastbourne Road, Darlington. James (Jim), much loved brother of Ernest and Ada, also a dearly loved brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral Friday, February 8. Would friends please meet 1.15 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to the Leukaemia Research Fund.

PRIESTLEY Jean, of Great Lumley and formerly of Wingate, died January 22 at St. Cuthbert's Hospice. Only daughter of the late Joseph and Alice Priestley and a dearly loved sister of the late Ronnie and Malcolm. 32 years a Midwife, 22 years in Community Service in Easington and Durham. Friends please meet for a Service of Thanksgiving at Chester-le-Street Methodist Church on Thursday, January 31 at 12.15 p.m., following a cremation at Durham Crematorium. Small sprays of flowers only please. Donations, if so desired, to Cancer Research or Church Funds.

RANSON (Woodhall Spa) January 23, in Lincoln Hospital, late of South Hetton and Spennymoor. John, husband of Doris (nee Smith) and beloved brother of Bill and brother-in-law to Ellen, uncle to Kevin, Colin and Stephen. Cremation at Boston, Lincolnshire on Wednesday, February 6 at 12.30 p.m.

RICHARDSON January 28, peacefully in hospital, of Sherburn Hospital and formerly of South Street, Durham. Phyllis Mary in her 98th year, widow of Alan (former Dean of York), beloved sister of Peter Parkhouse. Service in Durham Cathedral on Thursday, February 21 at 2.00 p.m. Private cremation to follow. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, for St. Cuthbert's Hospice c/o Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Marshall Terrace Gilesgate, Durham.

ROBINSON January 31, at Tenlands Care Home, Ferryhill. Jean, aged 83 years, beloved wife of the late Chris, much loved twin sister to Doreen and loving aunt to Linda, Barrie, Derek, Doreen, John, Shirley and David. Would friends please meet for service at the Salvation Army Citadel, West Cornforth on Thursday, February 7 at 2.40 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham. All are welcome afterwards for refreshments at the Salvation Army Hall.

ROBINSON On January 23, in hospital, of Elderwood Care Home, Darlington. Rhoda Ada Mary, aged 94 years, loving wife of the late Arthur and a dearly loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral Friday, February 1. Friends please meet for service in St. Matthew and St. Luke's Church, at 1.15 p.m., followed by interment North Cemetery. Flowers may be sent c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

SHIELDS January 28, suddenly at George Short Close, Darlington. Robert Anthony, aged 54 years, a dearly loved son of Elizabeth and the late Robert and a much loved brother of Michael and Irene. Funeral Wednesday, February 6. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 1.15 pm

SHIELDS (Bob) God Bless you my darling Bebs. I love and miss you so much. Forever in my heart. All my love, your angel face Lilian xxx

SMITH (nee Swainston) January 27, peacefully at home. Charlotte (Lottie), aged 84 years, of Sparrow Hall Drive, Darlington, beloved wife of the late Norman, a dearly loved mam of Chris, Stephen and the late Angie, treasured nana of Michael, Debbie and Matthew, also a loving mother-in-law of Peter and Christine, Funeral Wednesday February 6. Would friends please meet 11.45 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

SMITH January 31, peacefully in hospital. Robert William (Bob), of Sowerby, beloved husband of Phyllis, a dearly loved father, father-in-law, grandad and brother. Private family cremation. A memorial service will be held at St. Oswald's Church, Sowerby Friday, February 15 at 1.30 p.m. Will friends please meet at the church.

SNOWDON (nee Brown) January 24, peacefully in hospital, of Springfield Care Home, Darlington. Mary Isabella (Mavis), in her 90th year, dearly loved wife of the late Kenneth, much loved mum of Susan, dear mother-in-law of Roger, loving gran of Deborah. Funeral Thursday, January 31. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 1.45 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given at the service for Springfield Care Home.

SPEDDING January 31, of Sunnybrow. Rita, aged 94 years, formerly Brown, nee Wade. Beloved wife of the late Reg, loving mother of Brian, Derek and Gordon, also a dear mother-in-law and grandmother. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 12.30 p.m., Wednesday, February 6.

SPENCE January 27, on his 72nd Birthday, at The Lambert Hospital, Thirsk. Tony, dearly loved husband of the late Sue, a loving father of Anthony, Ian, Mark and Simon, dear father-in-law to Sam and Christina and friend to Joanne and Alyson and adored grandad of his nine grandchildren. Friend to many and a great family man. The funeral service will be held at St. Mary's Church, Thirsk on Friday February 1 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment.

SUMMERS January 30 (peacefully in hospital), of Henry Street, Darlington. George, aged 94 years, beloved husband of the late Muriel, also a loving father, father-in-law, grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral Thursday, February 7. Would friends please meet at 3.00 p.m. for service at Northlands Methodist Church, Darlington, followed by cremation.

SUTHERN (Fencehouses) Peacefully on January 21, aged 82 years. Bill, beloved partner of Betty, a devoted grandad and great-grandad. Will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends. Friends please meet for service at the Independent Methodist Church, Richard Street, Hetton-le-Hole on Thursday, January 31 at 10.10 a.m., followed by cremation at Sunderland Crematorium. By request, family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be sent to the Marie Curie Cancer Care Foundation.

SWALES On January 28. George Ambrose, aged 82 years, beloved husband of the late Margaret Kate, a loving father of Terry, Pat and Margaret, much loved grandad and great-grandad. Requiem Mass at St. Bede's R.C. Church, Newton Hall, Durham on Thursday, February 7 at 11.00 a.m. Interment to follow in South Road Cemetery. Refreshments at Bede Lodge Social Club. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to Whitby R.N.L.I. or the Landing Craft Association.

TAYLOR William Ellis (Bill), has danced his last dance, swum his last length, cut his last hedge and walked his last walk, but thoroughly enjoyed all these activities until his 91st Birthday. He died on January 28 in the Friarage Hospital after a short period of illness, cared for wonderfully by doctors and nurses. He will be greatly missed by all his family, friends and Richmond folk. Please meet at the Darlington Crematorium on Tuesday, February 5 at 1.45 p.m. for the funeral. Family flowers only please, but donations can be left after the service which will be given to Richmond Swimming Pool.

TINDALE On January 25, in hospital, of St. Paul's Place, Darlington and formerly of Park View, Witton Gilbert. Mary (Molly), aged 93 years, dearly loved wife of the late Albert, a dear mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Thursday, January 31 at 10.30 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Great North Air Ambulance, c/o Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Gilesgate, Durham.

TINDALL January 27, (peacefully, at home), in Stokesley. Ian Francis Foxton. Dearly loved husband of Joy, loving father of Julia and Simon, father-in-law of Roger, dearest grandpa of Matthew and Beth. Funeral service to take place at St. Peters and St. Pauls Church, Stokesley on Tuesday February 5, at 1.00 p.m. followed by interment. Family flowers only. Donations if wished may be given for, The British Lung Foundation.

TINKLER January 24 (peacefully in hospital). Ken, aged 87 years, of Mayflower Court, Darlington, a beloved husband of the late Mary, a much loved dad of Colin, loving father-in-law of Margaret, also a devoted grandad of Kevin and Emma. Funeral Tuesday, February 5. Would friends please meet at 1.15 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. Floral tributes to be sent to Co-operative Funeral-care, Darlington.

TOASE January 26, after a long illness, in Brandon Lodge Nursing Home (formerly of Bearpark). Ellen (nee Guy), aged 82 years, beloved wife of the late George, much dearly loved mam, mother-in-law, granma and great-granma. Friends please meet for service in Bearpark Methodist Church on Friday, February 1 at 9.15 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu for Brandon Lodge Nursing Home may be given after the service. Friends welcome for refreshments at Bearpark Club afterwards.

TROWBRIDGE On January 26, after a long illness, of Oswald Court, Durham. Nick, aged 51 years, much missed by all his family and friends. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Saturday, February 2 at 9.30 a.m. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu to St Cuthbert's Hospice, c/o Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Gilesgate, Durham.

WALLACE Isobel died suddenly on January 29, 2008, loving wife of Bill and a dearly loved mother of Brian, Joanne, Robert and Kenneth, a much loved nana and great-nana. Funeral service to be held at All Saints' Parish Church, Northallerton on Thursday, February 7 at 12.00 noon.

WALTON January 22, peacefully at home, aged 84 years, of Walsham Close, The Park, Stockton. Joan, wife of the late Phil, dearly loved mam of Avrille, Valerie and Pamela, a dear mother-in-law of George, Peter and Keith, also loving grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral Thursday, January 31. Would friends please meet 11.45 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to the Multiple Sclerosis Society.

WEBB January 25, peacefully in The Grange Residential Home, Darlington (formerly of Lynton Gardens). Jane (Jenny, nee Gouldburn), aged 91 years, beloved wife of the late Alfred, loving mother of Jim and the late Alan, also a much loved mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral Tuesday, February 5. Would friends please meet 2.15 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired to The Grange Residential Care Home Resident's Fund.

WHEATLEY On January 24, peacefully in hospital after a long illness. Joe, aged 75 years, of Faceby-in-Cleveland, dearly loved husband of Margaret, loving father of Andrew and Mark, father-in-law of Deborah and Andrea, dearest grandad of Helen and Paul. Funeral service to take place in St. Mary Magdalene's Church, Faceby on Friday, February 1 at 1.30 p.m., followed by interment. Family flowers only. Donations, if wished, may be given for Church Funds and Carlton Methodist Church.

WILD On January 23, suddenly at home. Pauline (nee Plews), aged 60 years, of School Court, Sherburn Village, a devoted wife of Jim, sister, mam and treasured nana. Family and friends please meet at St. Mary's Church, Sherburn Village on Thursday January 31 for service at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in the Churchyard.

WILKINSON January 26, suddenly of Stanfield Road, Newton Aycliffe. John (Jack), aged 81 years, a beloved husband of the late Mary, also a much loved father and grandfather. Funeral Monday, February 4. Would friends please meet 3.15 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu can be made at the Crematorium.

WILKINSON Brompton January 26. Cliff, aged 78 years, dearly loved husband of Heather, father of Helen and Sue and stepfather of Sean and Victoria and a much loved grandad. Funeral Monday, February 4, 1.30 p.m. at All Saints' Church, Northallerton, followed by private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations to Herriot Hospice Homecare, c/o J.N. Smith, 26 Wycliffe Ave., Northallerton, DL7 8SZ.

WILKINSON Gordon A special person, a special face, someone we love and can't replace. Never selfish, always kind, these are the memories you left behind. Treasured memories. Colin and Sheila and Pauline and Stan.

WILKINSON Gordon For all your hard work in life we hope you can now finally rest. We miss you. Love, Craig and Andrew.

WILKINSON Gordon Happy times when we were together, hold memories that will last forever. Loved and remembered always. Greta and Craig.

WILKINSON Gordon In God's care you sleep above, in our hearts you stay with love. Always remembered. Kelly, Clare, Gemma, Colin and Jay.

WILKINSON Gordon We cannot bring the old days back, your smile we cannot see. We treasure now the memories of days that used to be. Your loving Mam and Dad.

WILKINSON On January 27, of Windsor Terrace, Haswell and late of Peterlee. Gordon, aged 54 years, a dearly beloved son of Gordon and Nora and a devoted dad of Craig and Andrew, also a much loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Friends please meet on Tuesday, February 5 at 10.30 a.m. for service at St. Paul's Church, Haswell, interment to follow at Easington Lane Cemetery. Enquiries to Ivan Cochrane Funeral Directors. Tel. (0191) 5862136.

WILLIAMS January 25. Passed away peacefully in Sedgefield Community Hospital. Jodie, aged 26 years. Dearly loved daughter of Alison and Jeff and step-daughter to Sheila and Charlie, dearly loved sister, granddaughter, auntie, niece, cousin and special friend of Sandie and Sarah. She will be sadly missed by everyone who knew her. Friends please meet for service at St. Luke's Church, Ferryhill on Monday February 4, at 2.45 p.m. followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium 3.30 p.m. All are welcome afterwards for refreshments at Ferryhill W.M.C.

WILLIAMS Jodie, you'll be in our hearts forever more. All our love from all your friends at St Catherine's. Goodnight God Bless Jodie

WILSON On January 29, of Westgarth Grove, Shotton Colliery. Sarah Elizabeth (Liz), aged 86 years, a dearly beloved wife of the late William and a much loved mam of the late Elspeth, also a dearest sister of Elspeth, a devoted aunt, great-aunt and great-great-aunt of all the family. Friends please meet on Monday, February 4 at 11.00 a.m. for service and interment at St. Saviour's Church. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to C.A.F.O.D., c/o Mrs. Norma Musgrave. Enquiries to Ivan Cochrane Funeral Directors. Tel. (0191) 5862136.

WRIGHT On January 23, of Evenwood. John, aged 73 years, a dear husband of June, loving father of Edward and Vivienne, much loved Granda Whiskers to Thomas, James and Edward, also a dear son and brother. Would friends please meet for service in St. Paul's Church, Evenwood on Friday, February 1 at 10.30 a.m., followed by interment in Evenwood Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to the Children's Diabetic Fund, Bishop Auckland General Hospital c/o Vivienne Wright.

WYVILL Freddie A Memorial Service for Freddie who died on December 15, 2007, will take place at Ampleforth Abbey on Monday February 4, at 2.30 p.m.

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