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ALLINSON February 23 (after an illness bravely borne), of St. Johns Chapel. George, aged 82 years, dearly loved husband of Winnie, much loved dad, father-in-law and grandad. Would friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday, March 4 at 12.00 noon. No cards please and family flowers only.

ARCKLESS (nee Bant formerly Dee) Mary (Molly) passed away suddenly but peacefully at her home in Fleetwood on Thursday February 14, 2008 aged 88 years formerly of Consett. A beloved wife and dearly loved mother of Marjorie and Eric, devoted grandma of Tony and Lindsay and Victoria and Fiona and dear great grandma of Thomas and Erin. Molly was a dear mother-in-law, sister and aunt who will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service and cremation will take place at Carleton Crematorium, Blackpool on Thursday February 28, 2008 at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to The British Heart Foundation c/o the Funeral Director. All enquiries please to J.P. Dell Funeral Directors 168 Poulton Road, Fleetwood, Lancashire, FY7 7AW. Tel: 01253 773333.

ARMSTRONG (Sherburn Village) On February 21, in The Chimneys Care Home. Mary (Molly, nee Cooper), aged 78 years, devoted wife of the late Billy, much loved mam of Kenneth, Alan and Muriel, mother-in-law of Viv, Julie and Barry also a treasured grandma of Joanne, Matthew and Thomas. Funeral to take place Wednesday, February 27. Will friends please meet for service at St. Mary's Church, Sherburn Village at 3.00 p.m., followed by inter-ment.

BAILES February 24, (peacefully, in hospital), of Manor Farm, Ferryhill. Bob, aged 79 years. A dearly loved father of Glenn and Barbara, a loving father-in-law of Gail, a much loved grandad to Laura, Caroline, Robert, Sally-Ann and Penny and a dear brother of Jean. Would friends please meet in St. Luke's Church, Friday February 29, for a service at 1.30 p.m. followed by a private interment at Duncombe Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to, 'The Stroke Association Regional Centre, 17 Marquis Court, Team Valley, Gateshead. NE11 0RU'.

BARNARD February 27 (peacefully in hospital), of Rothman Close, Spennymoor. Iris (nee Johnson), aged 68 years, beloved wife of Vaughan and a dearly loved sister, sister-in-law and auntie. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium Wednesday for a service and committal at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be left in the collection plate at the crematorium for the British Diabetic Association.

BARRAS February 26, peacefully, of Neville Road, Darlington. Edward Leyburn (Ted), aged 84 years, beloved husband of the late Irene, dearly loved father of Elizabeth, David and Andrew, a much loved grandad of Fiona and Paul and loving great-grandad of Emily, Oliver, Joshua and Courtney. Funeral Thursday, March 6. Friends please meet for service in the United Reformed Church at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in the West Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations may be sent for St. Teresa's Hospice or the Macmillan Nurses c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington DL3 7JR.

BASZYNSKI Cecilia If tears were a stairway and memories a lane, we would walk straight up to Heaven and bring you home again. Love from Nicky, Rene and Katryna.

BASZYNSKI Cecilia, aged 80 years, of Richmond, peacefully in hospital on February 19. Beloved wife of the late Jan Baszynski, loving partner of Eric, much loved mum of Stephen, Janice, Christine, Nykola, Katryna, Helena and Paul and a loving nana and great-nana. Funeral service at Aske Hall Chapel on Wednesday February 27 at 2.00 p.m., followed by interment in Richmond Cemetery. Friends please meet at the Chapel. Flowers, or if desired, donations for The Friends of the Friary Hospital, Richmond may be given in the Chapel or sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

BASZYNSKI Cissy You slipped away, we had to part, God eased your pain, but broke my heart. With love from Steve, Deborah, Angela, Chris and her great-grandchildren.

BASZYNSKI In tears we watched you sinking, we watched you fade away and though our hearts were breaking we knew you could not stay. Ever loving daughter Helena, son-in-law Paul, granddaughter Charlotte.

BASZYNSKI Look around your garden Lord, find the mum we love. Put your arms around her, we only wish we could. Re-united with dad. Your ever loving daughter Christine and Ray.

BRASS February 22, in hospital of The Oval, North End, Durham. Nicky, aged 85 years, dearly loved wife of the late John, a dear sister and aunt. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Monday, March 3 at 1.00 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to Cancer Research U.K. c/o Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Gilesgate, Durham.

BRAZIER Newton Aycliffe Sandra, aged 43 years, suddenly at home on February 25, of Faulkner Road. Very much loved mam of Elise and will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Wednesday, March 5. Friends please meet for service in St. Clare's Church, Newton Aycliffe at 1.15 p.m., followed by interment at West Cemetery, School Aycliffe. Flowers may be sent care of Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington, DL3 9EL. Tel. (01325) 482999.

BROWN William (Billy), aged 93 years of Millgate, Richmond, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Irene (nee Kenneth), loving father of Stephen and grandfather of Benjamin and Bethany. To be received into St. Joseph and St. Francis Xavier R.C. Church, Richmond on Thursday, February 28 at 6.00 p.m. Requiem Mass on Friday, February 29 at 10.30 a.m., followed by private burial. Friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations may be given for Church Funds. Requiescat in Pace

BURNS February 25, peacefully in hospital, of Rydal Care Home, Darlington. Avis (nee Gowling), a dearly loved mother of Christian and Richard, mother-in-law of Susan and Marion, much loved by her seven grandsons and also a dear sister and sister-in-law. Funeral Friday, March 7. Friends please meet for service in St John's Church at 11.00 a.m., followed by cremation.

CASEY February 26, peacefully, in St Margaret's Nursing Home. Sarah Jane (nee Mallett), aged 81 years, a beloved wife of the late Bernard Patrick, a dearly loved mam of Bernard, Joan, Kathleen and Patricia and a proud nan of Michaela. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday, March 4 at 2.00 p.m.

CLARK Andrew, aged 48 years, of Willance Grove, Richmond, died peacefully at home on February 22 after an illness borne with great courage and humour. Much loved husband of Sharon, loving dad to Shara and Andrea, precious son of Pat and the late Wilf, dear son-in-law to Chappie and the late Sheila, grandson of the late Fifi and will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Richmond on Thursday, February 28 at 11.00 a.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. Mary's Church Funds.

COPELAND February 26, at home in Bishop Auckland, after a long illness borne with great dignity. Fred, aged 73 years, dearly beloved husband of Ilene, much loved and loving dad of Carolyn and Ross, loving grandad of Steven, Michael, Andrew and Debbie and great-grandad of Jordan, also a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in St. Anne's Church, Bishop Auckland at 10.30 a.m., on Monday, March 3, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only by request. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given for Dale Care, Butterwick Hospice or Station View Surgery.

CRAGGS February 23, suddenly in hospital. David, aged 60 years of Trimdon Village, much loved son of Rachel and the late Matthew, father of Paul, Marie, Debbie and Jill, brother of Ken and Terry, a dear brother-in-law and grandad. Friends please meet for service at St. William's R.C. Church, Trimdon Village on Wednesday, March 5 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in Deaf Hill Cemetery.

CRAWFORD Shaun, aged 44 years, on February 24, peacefully at home in Doncaster, formerly of Shildon, a loving husband of Angela and dear father of Sam and Matthew. Cremation to take place at Rosehill Crematorium Doncaster on Tuesday, March 4 at 1.20 p.m.

DAGLISH Robert (Bob), of Bishop Auckland, died peacefully in hospital on February 21. Beloved husband of Norma, devoted dad of Wendy and loving grandad of Paul. Funeral service at Bishop Auckland Methodist Church on Thursday February 28 at 2.30 p.m., followed by private committal at Durham Crematorium. Friends please meet at the Church. Family flowers only please, if desired donations for the Critical Care Unit, Bishop Auckland General Hospital may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, 8 Kensington South, Cockton Hill Road, Bishop Auckland DL14 6JA.

DIXON February 21, of Finchale Road, Newton Hall, formerly of Belmont. Heather, aged 73 years, beloved wife of Stan, a much missed mother of Michael, Ian and Andrew mother-in-law of Liz and Lynda and also grandmother of Kath-erine. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Thursday February 28 at 11.30 a.m.

DONKING On February 18, peacefully in hospital, after a short illness. Dorothy, of Snape, formerly of Pinchinthorpe, dearly loved wife of Thom, loving mother of Clair and a dearest grandma of Thomas. Funeral service and cremation to take place at St. Bede's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium on Tuesday, February 26 at 11.00 am

DOUGILL Dorothea Anne, aged 84 years, died February 25, peacefully in hospital, after a short illness. Daughter of the late Alderman and Mrs George Dougill and a dearly loved sister and aunt. Family and friends please meet at Darlington Crematorium Monday March 3 at 9.45 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations if desired may be sent for the World Cancer Research Fund c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darling-ton, DL3 7JR.

DUNCAN February 22, peacefully, in The Laurels Nursing Home, Hetton (late of Sherburn Village). Doris (nee Wilkinson), aged 87 years, a dearly beloved wife of the late John George, a much loved mam of Pam, mother-in-law to Derek, cherished nana to Hayley and Lee, great-nana to Stacey, Gavin, Mark and Brandon. Friends please meet for service at St. Mary's Church, Sherburn Village on Tuesday, March 4 at 9.00 a.m., prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium at 10.00 a.m.

DUNN February 21, in Appletree Nursing Home, Meadowfield and formerly of Esh Winning. Vera, (nee Askwith), aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Roy, a loving mam, gran and great-gran. Friends please meet for service at All Saint's Church, Langley Park on Wednesday February 27, at 1.30 p.m. Interment to follow in Langley Park Cemetery.

EDDISON On February 24, 2008, peacefully at Dumfries Infirmary. Kathleen, a much loved wife of Roger mother of Tammy and mother-in-law of Robert, a loved sister of Danny and Susan. Funeral has taken place on Thursday, February 28. Donations if desired in memory of Kathleen for Macmillan Nurses may be made to John Pagan and Son, 104 Annan Road, Dumfries DG1 3EQ.

FAWCETT On February 24 (suddenly at home), of Ghyllholme, West Witton. Thomas Allan (Tommy), aged 78 years, beloved son of the late Tom and May Fawcett, much loved brother of Denis, Mavis, Nigel, the late Frank and Bobby, a dear uncle and great-uncle. At his own request, a private funeral service will be held at Darlington Crematorium.

FINNIGAN February 22, peacefully, in St Cuthbert's Hospice, of Esh Winning. Rhoda, aged 67 years, beloved wife of the late Brian, loving mother of David and Annette and a much loved grandma of Mark, Matthew, Kyle and Amy. Mini bus provided, leaving from The Stags Head, Esh Winning on Thursday, February 28 at 1.25 p.m. for service in St. Paul's Church, Waterhouses at 1.30 pm, followed by interment at Parkwood Cemetery.

FLOOD Alan Frederick, aged 74 years, passed away unexpectedly on February 20, a loving father and grandfather. Funeral service in St. Paul's Church, Aldbrough St. John on Monday, March 3 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in Stanwick Churchyard. Friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given for Cancer Research UK and Church Funds.

FRASER February 26 (peacefully, at James Cook Hospital), of 7 Marygate, Barton, North Yorkshire. Colin, aged 72 years, dearly loved husband of Jan. Funeral particulars to follow.

FREEMAN Dennis Alan, aged 61 years (WO 1 Army Catering Corps Ret'd.) of Richmond, died peacefully at the Friary Hospital, Richmond on February 24 after an illness borne with great courage and dignity. Dearly loved husband of Mary and a much loved dad, father-in-law, grandad, great-grandad, brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Tuesday, March 4 at 1.45 p.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium chapel. No flowers please, if desired, donations for the local Macmillan Nurses (cheques payable to Cancer Care Donated Funds) may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

GOODRICK Bessie On February 20, peacefully in hospital, aged 92 years. Loving wife of the late Harold, much loved mum of Jean, mum-in-law of Jim, loving gran to David and Julie, very special great-gran to Morgan and Taylor and loving auntie. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Monday, March 3 at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to The GARA Ward, Friarage Hospital, Northallerton. Plate provided at the service.

GRAHAM February 27, peacefully at home in Shildon. Hannah, aged 82 years, beloved wife of the late Arthur, a devoted mother, also much loved and loving grandma, great-grandma and great-great-grandma. Will friends please meet for service in Shildon Methodist Church at 10.30 a.m., on Wednesday, March 5, followed by cremation at Durham. By her own request, no lilies on any floral tributes please.

HALL Robert (Bob) aged 58 years, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2008, surrounded by his loving family, a much loved husband, father and son. He will be hugely missed by his family, friends and all those who knew him. His funeral will take place at St. Peter's Church, Croft-on-Tees at 1.15 p.m. on Thursday, March 6. No flowers please. Donations in lieu if desired to 'Ann Charlton Lodge', M.S. Care Home, Eden Hall Grove, Redcar TS10 4PR

HARDY February 28, in Church View Residential Home, South Church. Lily, aged 90 years, (nee Davies, formerly Redman), beloved mother of Jean and son-in-law Frank, much loved grandmother and great-grandmother. Will family and friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday March 5 at 9.00 a.m.

HARDY Shildon February 17, in hospital. Audrey, aged 80 years, beloved wife of the late Billy, a much loved mam of Philip and Valerie, mother-in-law of Heather and Peter, a dear gran also a dear sister to Edna. Funeral Monday, March 3. Would friends kindly meet for service in St. John's Church, Shildon at 10.45 a.m., followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium at 11.45 a.m. Floral tributes if desired will be accepted by Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington DL3 9EL. Tel: (01325) 482999.

HENDERSON February 21, at Portland House, Willington, formerly of Bourne Way. Lilian, aged 94 years, beloved wife of the late John and also a dear aunt. Cortege leaving Railway Terrace 9.35 a.m. Friday, February 29 for service at Durham Crematorium at 10.00 a.m.

HENDERSON February 27, in hospital. Jennie, aged 101 years, of Shildon. Beloved wife of the late John Joseph, devoted mam of Marion, dearest aunt of Jean, also a dear aunt, great-aunt, great-great-aunt and friend of many who is loved by all. Will friends please meet for service in St. John's Church, Shildon at 12.15 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4, followed by cremation at Darlington. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be given to Hackworth House, Shildon.

HILDER Lawrence, aged 75 years, of Aldbrough St. John, formerly of The Isle of Mull, died peacefully at home on February 24. Funeral service at St. Paul's Church, Aldbrough St. John on Friday, February 29 at 2.00 p.m., followed by private interment in Stanwick Churchyard. Friends please meet at the Church. No flowers please, if desired donations for St. Teresa's Hospice or the Herriot Hospice Homecare may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

HILL Rachel (nee Stubbs) February 21, peacefully at home, aged 88 years of Sedgefield. Dearly loved wife of John, much loved mam of Geoffrey and Joyce, also a dear and devoted nana and great-nana. Service to take place on Friday February 29, at St. Edmunds Church, Sedgefield at 11.00 a.m., prior to interment within Sedgefield Cemetery. Friends please meet at church

HIRD Alan On February 25, of East Lea, Thornley. Alan, aged 76 years, dearly beloved husband of Jean, much loved dad of Julie and Alan, a dear father-in-law of Guy and Karen, also a devoted grandad of Ian and Ella. Cremation Durham Crematorium Monday, March 3. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at the crematorium at 3.00 p.m. All enquiries to East Durham Funeral Service Ltd. Tel. (0191) 5864322.

HIRD On February 23 (suddenly at home), of Cocker House, Arkengarthdale. John, aged 60 years, dearly loved son of the late Jimmy and Violet Hird. Funeral service to be held at St. Mary's Church, Arkengarthdale on Tuesday, March 4 at 11.30 a.m., followed by interment at Arkengarthdale Methodist Churchyard. Family flowers only please, however donations in memory of John, if so desired, may be given at the service for Arkengarthdale School, Arkengarthdale Methodist Church and St. Mary's Church. Will friends please meet at the church and accept this intimation.

HODGSON February 24, (peacefully, in hospital), of Wolsey Road, Spennymoor. Mary Kathleen, (nee McGuill), aged 89 years. Beloved wife of the late Maurice, a dearly loved mam of Jimmy and Kathleen, a loving mother-in-law of Linda and Tony, a much loved grandma to Danielle and her husband Steven, Ellie and Matt and nana to Lewis and Ruby and a dear sister of the late Barney, John and Jimmy. Would friends please meet in St. Charles R.C. Church, Tudhoe Village, Friday for a Requiem Mass at 11.45 a.m. followed by interment in York Hill Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu for church funds.

HODGSON February 26, of Bishop Auckland. Winnie, aged 95 years, beloved wife of the late Harold, much loved and loving mam and grandma. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 3.00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4.

HOGGART February 22, in hospital, of Ash Street, Langley Park. George, aged 95 years, dearly loved husband of Elizabeth, loving father of Jack, Ken and Allan, father-in-law of Edith, Yvonne and Gillian, a dear grandad, great-grandad and great-great-grandad. Friends please meet for service at All Saints' Church, Langley Park on Monday, March 3 at 2.45 p.m. Cremation to follow. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Church Funds.

HOUGHTON February 20, (in hospital), of Green Crescent, Coxhoe, (after a long illness borne with dignity and courage). Alan, aged 68 years. Dearly loved husband of Joan, (nee Marr), loving father of David, father-in-law of Allison and devoted grandad of Jane and Kate. Would friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Thursday February 28, at 12.00 noon.

HUDSPETH February 24, of Rockingham Road, Sunnybrow. Kenneth, aged 85 years, beloved husband of Eva, also a loving father, father-in-law, grandfather and brother. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday, March 4 at 10.30 a.m. No flowers by request please. Donations in lieu to Weardale Community Hospital may be left at the Crematorium.

HUMPHRIES February 21, of Brandon Village. Betty, aged 71 years, beloved wife of Frank dearly loved sister of Catherine and sister-in-law of John and Charles and a loving aunt. Will friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Methodist Church, Brandon on Friday, February 29 at 9.45 a.m., prior to cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to Cancer Research. Plate available in Church.

HUNTER February 23, peacefully, at 5 Edward Avenue, Bowburn. Lilian, aged 68 years dearly loved wife of Alan, also a dear mam and gran. Friends please meet for service at Bowburn Methodist Church on Monday, March 3 at 9.45 a.m. Cremation to follow. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to the Freeman Hospital, Ward 5 c/o Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Gilesgate, Durham.

IZATT February 21 (peacefully), of Hackworth House, Shildon. Stuart, aged 85 years, beloved husband of the late Annie. Will be sadly missed by family and friends. Grateful thanks to all staff of Hackworth House for the care and support given to Stuart. Will family and friends please meet at the Methodist Church, Shildon on Thursday, February 28 at 2.00 p.m., to be followed by interment in Shildon Cemetery. Family flowers only please.

JONES February 24, at home with his family, in Bishop Auckland. Leslie Frank, aged 84 years, beloved husband of the late Charlotte (nee Bell), devoted dad of Christine and Lesley, a dear father-in-law, also a much loved and loving grandad and great-grandad. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 10.30 a.m. on Thursday, February 28. Family flowers only. Donations may, if desired, be left at the crematorium for the Butterwick Hospice.

LAMB February 22, (peacefully, at home). Margaret, known as Peggy, aged 95 years, of Witton Gilbert with her adoring family. Friends please meet for service at Witton Gilbert Church on Friday February 29, at 10.45 a.m. followed by cremation at Durham.

LARCOMBE On February 17, in hospital in York. Hugh (formerly of Croft-on-Tees), aged 85 years. Dear husband of Joan, much loved father of James and Christine and their families. Funeral at York Crematorium 1.00 p.m. Wednesday, February 27. Memorial service in Croft to follow shortly.

LIDDELL February 26, suddenly at home, in Leeming Bar. Susan, aged 63 years, dearly loved wife of George, sister of Rosemary and a very dear aunt. Funeral service to be held at St. John the Baptist Church, Leeming on Wednesday, March 5 at 2.00 p.m., followed by private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Leeming Church Funds.

LIGHTFOOT Janet Marjorie (Jan), aged 57 years, of Brompton-on-Swale died peacefully in hospital on February 16. Beloved wife of the late Martin, much loved mother of Richard and Matthew and loving grandma to Bethany. Funeral service at St. Paul's Church, Brompton-on-Swale on Friday, February 29 at 11.30 a.m., followed by interment in the Cemetery. Friends please meet at the Church. Family flowers only please, if desired donations for the local Macmillan Nurses (cheques payable to Cancer Care Donated Funds) may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond DL10 4AJ.

LOCKEY Nancy (Edwina) On February 22, 2008, peacefully at Gracelands Care Home. Nancy (nee Pratt), wife of the late, dearly loved Thomas William Lockey, mam of Maureen, Merlin, Bryan and Philip. Funeral to take place at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday March 4 at 11.00 a.m. Resting at and all enquiries to Co-operative Funeral Care, Cedar Cottage, Sedgefield. Tel: (01740) 621652.

LOWTHER February 26 (peacefully at home), of Copley Bent. Edith Muriel, aged 99 years, dearly loved wife of the late John. Dearly loved mother of Anne and the late Elsa and John, also a dear mother-in-law, gran and great-gran. Sadly missed by all of her family and friends. Would friends please meet for funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday, March 6 at 2.45 p.m. Family flowers only please.

MacMURTRIE February 26, peacefully in hospital, of Percy Lane, Nevilles Cross, Durham. Joy, aged 70 years, beloved wife of Douglas, mother of Alex, Elizabeth and Sarah and a sister of Trish McDonald. Service at St. John's Church, Nevilles Cross on Tuesday, March 4 at 2.00 p.m., followed by interment in South Road Cemetery.

MADDISON February 25 (at Hundens Park Care Home). Evelyn, aged 90 years, dearly loved mam of Bobby, Irene and Alan, mother-in-law of Brenda, Stuart and Margaret, also a much loved nana and great-nana. Funeral Tuesday, March 4. Would friends please meet 10.45 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

MASON Derek John, aged 63 years, of Fairfield, Evenwood, died peacefully at home on February 21, after an illness borne with great courage and dignity. Dearly loved husband of Judith, much loved dad of Carolyn and Jon, loving granda to Joseph and Daniel, beloved son of Phoebe and the late Joss, very special brother to Angela and a dear brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle. Funeral service at the Cornerstone Christian Centre, Evenwood on Thursday, February 28 at 11.30 a.m., followed by interment in the cemetery. Friends please meet at the Christian Centre. Floral tributes may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, 8 Kensington South, Cockton Hill Road, Bishop Auckland.

MASON Joyce, aged 87 years, of Melbourne, Derbyshire, formerly of Whashton and Kirby Hill, died peacefully in hospital on February 23. Beloved wife of the late Edward, much loved mum of Frank, Allan, Rosemary and the late Evelyn and a dear mother-in-law, loving grandma and great-grandma. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Tuesday, March 4 at 11.15 a.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium chapel. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations for the British Heart Foundation may be given on the plate provided at the crematorium chapel or alternatively sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

McMAHON On February 26, of Ridding Court, Esh Winning. William, aged 95 years, a much loved uncle of Pat, Michael, John and their families. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass in Our Lady Queen of Martyrs R.C. Church on Wednesday, March 5 at 11.30 a.m., followed by interment in Newhouse Cemetery. Friends welcome for refreshments in the Parish Centre afterwards. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given after the service for the Millhill Missionaries.

MERIFIELD February 23, peacefully, after a long illness bravely fought, of St. Aidan's Terrace, Trimdon Station. Marjorie, aged 62 years, a loving sister of Robert and a dear aunt of Shaun and Sarah. Interment Deaf Hill Cemetery Friday, February 29. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at St. Alban's Church Trimdon Grange at 1.00 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to Haswell Mencap Association. No dark colours to be worn. No sad faces. All enquiries to East Durham Funeral Services Ltd., Peterlee. Tel: (0191) 5864322.

MESSHAM Elizabeth (nee Knox) on February 27, peacefully at the Butterwick Hospice after a short illness. Fondly remembered by husband Ken, children Fiona and David, father, brothers and sisters. Following a private committal service at Teesside Crematorium, friends are kindly invited to a Celebration of Life service in St. Andrew and St. George United Reformed Church, Yarm Lane, Stockton on Wednesday, March 5 at 2.30 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Butterwick Hospice, Middlefield Road, Hardwick, Stockton.

MILLS February 23 (peacefully), in Devonshire House Nursing Home, West Auckland. Lotty, aged 88 years, a beloved wife of the late John Charles, loving mother of George and Ena, a devoted gran, great-gran and great-great-gran, also a dear sister-in-law and aunt. Would friends please meet for service in St. Cuthbert's Church, Etherley on Friday, February 29 at 10.15 a.m., followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please.

MOXON Robert William (Bob), aged 76 years, of Richmond, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, February 19, 2008. Loving son of the late Ron and Grace Moxon, a dear brother of Keith, Rosemary, Anne and their families. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Richmond on Thursday, February 28 at 2.00 p.m., followed by private cremation. Friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations for the British Heart Foundation may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

NELSON Annie, aged 89 years, of Copley Lane, Copley, died peacefully in hospital on February 25. Beloved wife of the late Bobby, much loved mam of the late Kay, dear mother-in-law to Trevor and loving nana of Andrew and Graham. Funeral service at St. John's Church, Lynesack on Tuesday, March 4 at 11.30 a.m., followed by interment in the Cemetery. Friends please meet at the Church. Family flowers only please, if desired donations for Cancer Research U.K. may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, 100 Galgate, Barnard Castle DL12 8BJ.

NELSON February 22 (suddenly in hospital), of Stanley, Crook. John (Halfpenny), aged 64 years, dearly beloved husband of Renee, much loved and loving dad of John, Lee and Lynsey, father-in-law to Paula, grandad to Caitlyn, Arrianne, Samantha, Jonathan, Hayden and Shona, also a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in Wooley Terrace Methodist Chapel at 2.00 p.m. on Thursday, February 28, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given to the Stroke Unit, Ward 4, Bishop Auckland General Hospital.

NORGROVE February 19 (suddenly), of Easson Road, Darlington. Paul (Noggy), aged 49 years, much loved dad to Tom and Sophie, loving son to Pat, a dearly loved brother to Joy, also devoted uncle, nephew and cousin. Funeral Thursday, February 28. Would friends please meet 3.45 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. All floral tributes to the Co-operative Funeralcare, 50 St. Cuthbert's Way, Darlington.

O'BRIEN Michael (Mick), aged 56 years. Suddenly in hospital on February 24, of Jedburgh Drive, Darlington. A loving husband of Liz and a dear dad and grandad. Funeral Wednesday, March 5. Would friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 11.15 a.m. Flowers may be sent care of Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington, DL3 9EL. Tel. (01325) 482999.

PARRY February 22, suddenly at home in Bishop Auckland. Kevin, aged 47 years, devoted son of Miriam and the late John, beloved brother of John William, Kathleen, Audrey and Malcolm, a dear brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle, also a good friend to all. Will friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, Bishop Auckland at 10.00 a.m. on Saturday, March 1, followed by interment in Rosemount Cemetery.

PATTERSON February 25, peacefully, in hospital. Betty, aged 89 years, of Thirsk. Dearly loved mother of Joan, a loving nan to David and the late Susie and great-grandma to Matthew. Funeral service and cremation to take place at St. Bede's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium on Thursday, March 6 at 10.00 a.m.

PLEWS February 22, suddenly at home in Tow Law. Clarence, aged 83 years, beloved husband of the late Jessie, devoted dad of Norma and Kevin, dear father-in-law to Brian, much loved grandad of Christine, Julie and Adam, also a loving great-grandad to Kate and Ben. Will friends please meet for service in St. Philip and St. James' Church, Tow Law at 1.50 p.m. on Friday, February 29, followed by cremation at Durham.

POOLE Bryan Close, aged 77 years, peacefully in hospital on February 21, of Pembroke Court, Darlington (formerly of Staindrop). He will be sadly missed by family and friends. Funeral Thursday, February 28. Would friends please meet for service in St. Cuthbert's Church, Darlington at 1.00 p.m., followed by interment. No flowers by request. Donations, if desired, may be given for Church Funds, plate provided in church.

PUGH February 28 (in hospital), of St. Mary's Walk, Thirsk. Ralph, aged 86 years, beloved husband of Laura, loving father of John and Gordon and a dearly loved father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. He made the world a more beautiful place through his art, music and colourful garden. The funeral service will be held at Darlington Crematorium on Tuesday, March 4 at 10.15 a.m. No flowers please. Donations in memory may be made to the British Heart Foundation.

RIDDLES Suddenly, on February 20, of Flass Avenue, Ushaw Moor. Steven, aged 50 years. Dearly love husband of Angela, much loved dad to Liam, Ashley, Adele-Marie and Stephanie and a dear son, son-in-law and will be sadly missed by all his family. Friends please meet for service in St. Joseph' R.C. Church on Friday February 29, at 12.15 p.m. followed by private cremation at Durham Crematorium. Friends welcome for refreshments in the church hall afterwards. No flowers by request. Donations in lieu may be given after the service for The R.N.L.I. On whose Soul sweet Jesus have Mercy. R.I.P.

ROSE On February 27, of Fishburn. Tamar (nee Wilkinson) aged 92 years beloved wife of the late John and loving mother of John, Barbara, Margaret and Alan also dear mother-in-law, nanna and great-nanna. Friends please meet for service at St. Catherine's Church, Fishburn on Friday, March 7 at 9.30 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium at 10.30 a.m. No flowers by request. Donations in lieu if so desired to Air Ambulance c/o the family.

ROSTRON February 20, at home, of Findon Avenue, Witton Gilbert. Elizabeth (known as Betty), beloved wife of George, a much missed mother of Brian, Stephen and Catherine and also a dear grandma to Rachel, Clare, Anna and Sarah. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass in St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Langley Park on Saturday, March 1 at 9.00 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please, but donations kindly accepted by the British Heart Foundation, c/o Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Front Street, Langley Park, Durham.

ROUTLEDGE February 20, (peacefully, in hospital). Christina, aged 84 years. Devoted wife of the late John, beloved mam of Christina and Thomas, also a loving mother-in-law of Gordon and Maureen and a treasured nana and great-nana. Friends please meet for service at Sacred Hearts and English Martyrs R.C. Church, Thornley on Thursday February 28, at 10.00 a.m. followed by interment in Wheatley Hill Cemetery. All enquiries to, Co-operative Funeral Care, Quilstyle Road, Wheatley Hill. Tel: (01429) 820111.

ROWLAND Peter, aged 84 years (formerly of Darlington, Yarm and Osmotherley), died peacefully, in his sleep on February 26, 2008, at home in Sussex, after a short illness. Beloved husband of Beryl, father of Ian (deceased) and Andy; grandfather of Joe, Bella and Eva. Utterly loved and missed by all. Funeral to be held at Brighton Downs Crematorium at 1.45 p.m. on Wednesday, March 5, 2008. Family flowers only, but if desired donations to St. Peter and St. James Hospice care of Co-operative Funeralcare. Tel: (01273) 515242.

SCOTT Ruby (nee Purvis) on February 23, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, aged 86 years, of Third Street, Blackhall, formerly of Trimdon. Dearly beloved wife of George, a much loved mam of Ann and Linda, a dear mother-in-law to Derek and David, devoted grandmother to Scott, Derek, Lianne, David, Lisa and Elizabeth, also adoring great-grandmother to Imogen, Georgia and Reece. Service and cremation to take place at Durham Crematorium on Friday at 9.30 a.m. All friends are kindly invited, please meet at the Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers to Cancer Research, c/o H. Lamb The Jeweller, 116 York Road, Hartlepool. Forever in our hearts

SELL February 22, peacefully at home, of Ushaw Moor. John Henry (Jackie), aged 75 years, a dearly loved dad of Lorraine, Fiona, Darren and Tracy, father-in-law of Brian, Kevin, Sandra and Chris and a much loved granda. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Monday, March 3 at 1.30 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu for Marie Curie Nurses may be given after the service. Friends welcome for refreshments at Bearpark Club after-wards.

SMITH (Kelloe) Suddenly, on February 24. Ellen, (nee Hegarty), aged 58 years. Beloved mam of Elaine, Kelly and Steven, nana to Amy, Owen and Steven, also a much loved sister and sister-in-law. Funeral to take place on Friday February 29. Will friends please meet for Requiem Mass at St. Jospeh's R.C. Church, Coxhoe at 11.00 a.m. followed by interment in Metal Bridge Cemetery and afterwards at Kelloe W.M.C.

SMITH February 19, peacefully in hospital in The Isle of Man, (formerly of Crook). Dorothy, aged 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Harold, very dear mother of Susan and the late Jean, devoted grandmother of Amy. Funeral service to be held in The Isle of Man. A Memorial Service will take place in St. Catherine's Church, Crook on March 26. Further details to follow.

SMITH February 21, of Coxhoe, (formerly of South Shields). Eva, aged 96 years. Beloved wife of the late Donald, a dearly loved mam of the late Donnie and Brenda and a much loved nana. Would friends please meet in Durham Crematorium Friday for a service and committal at 12.30 p.m.

SMITH February 25 (suddenly, in hospital), of Shildon. Eddy, aged 82 years, beloved husband of the late Betty, devoted dad of Christine and father-in-law to Graham, also a much loved uncle. Will be sadly missed by all his friends. Friends please meet for service in St. John's Church, Shildon on Wednesday, March 5 at 2.00 p.m., followed by interment in Shildon Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Macmillan Cancer Relief or Shildon F.C.

SMITH Audrey, aged 83 years, of Richmond, suddenly in hospital on February 20. Beloved wife of the late Les Smith, much loved mum of Lesley and Ian, dear mother-in-law to Lorraine and the late Geoff and loving grandma to Paul, James, Billy and Luke. Funeral service in St. Mary's Church, Richmond on Wednesday, February 27 at 10.30 a.m., followed by cremation. Friends please meet at the church. Flowers, or donations in lieu if desired, for the Victoria Ward, Friary Hospital, Richmond may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

SMITH February 19, suddenly and peacefully at home, in Bishop Auckland. June (nee Rowntree), formerly of Coundon. Beloved wife of the late Ernest, devoted mother of Stephen, John and Kathryn, a dear mother-in-law, also a much loved and loving gran. By her own request, a private family service is to be held.

SPENSLEY Ann Died on February 26, 2008 after a short illness (formerly of Swaledale and Wensleydale). Private family funeral. No flowers. Donations in her memory for Cancer Research U.K.

STEPHENSON February 20 (suddenly), formerly of Witton Park. Ann, aged 56 years, much loved daughter of the late Ada and Tommy, a dear sister of Tommy, Joan, Mary and Henry, also sister-in-law and aunty. Will friends please meet for service in St. Paul's Church, Witton Park at 1.00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 27, followed by interment in Witton Park Cemetery.

STOKER On February 28 (after a long illness borne with great courage and dignity), of Morrison Terrace, Ferryhill. Joan, aged 62 years, a devoted wife of George (Wes), a loving mother of Julie and Graham, a much loved nana of Kieran, Bree, Niall and Harry, daughter of Ella mother-in-law of Amy and Andy, a dear sister, aunt, niece and friend of many. Friends please meet for service at St. Aidan's Church, Chilton on Thursday, March 6 at 2.30 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium 3.30 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired to MARA Unit care of the family.

TAPLEY Dr. Robert George (Bob), husband of Meg, father of Jill, Eric, Karen and Ginny, grandfather and great-grandfather, of Westgate in Weardale, Co. Durham, ex East Africa and Cambridge. Would friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, Westgate on Thursday March 6 at 11.15 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. All enquiries to Co-operative Funeralcare. Tel: (01388) 603525.

THIRLAWAY Gladys (nee Rossiter), aged 94 years, Promoted to Glory, at Tenlands Nursing Home, Ferryhill on February 23, 2008. Dearest wife of the late William Laverick Thirlaway and a dear mother to Lawrence and Graham, mother-in-law to Edna and Glynis, gran to Alan and Colin, grandma to Catherine and Joanne, great-gran to Jack and Remi, also great-grandma to Matthew and Grace. Would friends please meet for service in the Salvation Army Citadel, West Cornforth on Saturday, March 1 at 10.45 a.m., followed by interment in West Cornforth Church-yard. Floral tributes welcomed or donations in lieu to West Cornforth Salvation Army.

THOMAS On February 23, peacefully in Darlington Memorial Hospital. Derek, of Cockerton, Darlington, aged 62 years. Beloved husband of Ann, much loved dad of Helen and Catherine and loving grampa of Grace. Funeral Monday, March 3. Would friends meet for a service at Darlington Crematorium at 10.45 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired, to the High Dependency Unit at Darlington Memorial Hospital, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

TROTTER February 24, peacefully in Stanton Hall Residential Home, Darlington, of Milbank Crescent, Darlington. Mary, aged 91 years, beloved wife of the late Lio, loving mother to Chris and Sheila, much loved sister to Wynne and Walter, also a devoted grandma. Funeral Wednesday, March 5. Would friends please meet 1.45 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to The Tear Fund, donations can be made after the service at the crematorium.

TURNER On February 26, 2008, peacefully in hospital, of 32 The Green, Piercebridge. Dorothy aged 77 years a beloved wife of the late Basil, dearly loved mother of Christine, Susan, Eliza-beth, Brian and Jeffrey, a dear mother-in-law, a much loved grandma of Matthew and Andrew, Neil and Anneka, Emma and James, dear sister of Clyde, Lilian and Jean and dear sister-in-law of Frank. Would friends please meet for Service of Thanksgiving in Piercebridge Methodist Chapel at 2.45 p.m. on Monday, March 3, 2008. Family flowers only please. Donations, to Piercebridge Methodist Chapel.

VEST February 24, peacefully, in Abigale Lodge, Delves, formerly of Dunelm, Sacriston. Ada, aged 95 years, dearly loved wife of the late Bob, loving mam of Alan and Ruth, also a dear gran, great-gran and mother-in-law. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Friday, February 29 at 1.30 p.m.

WADSWORTH Winifred Margaret (Winnie) died in hospital on February 27, 2008, after a long illness. Dearly loved wife of the late George and loving mother of Sylvia. Funeral service to be held at All Saints' Parish Church, Northallerton on Wednesday, March 5 at 12.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Darlington at 1.15 p.m.

WALKER February 22, peacefully, in Brandon Lodge Nursing Home, of Homer Terrace, Nevilles Cross. Betty (nee Burdess) aged 83 years, beloved wife of the late Thomas and sadly missed by Kath, Doug and all her family and friends. Would friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Monday March 3 at 11.00 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu for Brandon Lodge Nursing Home may be given after the service. Friends welcome for refreshments at Mount Oswald Manor afterwards.

WALKER February 25 (peacefully), in Whorlton Grange Residential Care Home, Barnard Castle (formerly of Ingleton). Mary Alice (Molly), aged 99 years. Would friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium Chapel on Friday, February 29 at 2.15 p.m., followed by refreshments in Ingleton Village Hall. All are welcome. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu, if so desired, for Cancer Research U.K. (Teesdale Branch) and Leukaemia Research Fund. Plate available at the Crema-torium.

WALKER February 27 (peacefully), in Barrington Lodge Residential Home (formerly of Shildon). Edgar, aged 97 years, beloved husband of the late Frances, dearly loved dad of Alan and Vera, Norman and Anne, also a much loved grandfather and great-grandfather. Would friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday, March 5 at 11.00 a.m.

WATSON Dorothy Ruth, died peacefully in her sleep at home, as she wished on Monday February 25. Beloved wife of Roy, a much loved mum of Peter and Maggie, mother-in-law of Pat and a loving sister of Cynthia. Funeral service will take place at Ashdale Road Methodist Chapel, Helmsley on Friday, February 29 at 1.30 p.m., followed by cremation at East Riding Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to the NSPCC.

WATSON Edgar, died peacefully in The Friarage Hospital on February 23, aged 87 years. Much loved husband of Jean dear father of Ian and Janice also a devoted grandad of Adele, Mark, Emma, Neil, Greg and Dean. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Thirsk on Monday, March 3 at 2.00 p.m., followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium. Donations if desired in lieu of flowers may be given for the Friarage Hospital, Northallerton and St. Mary's Church, Thirsk.

WATSON Jenny (nee Dand) February 27, suddenly in hospital, after a short illness. Jenny, aged 72 years, a beloved mother of Derek, Peter and Carol and a much loved grandma. Funeral service to be held Tuesday, March 4, 2008 at 1.30 p.m. at St. Saviour's Church Shotton Colliery, prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium. Friends please meet at the Church. Forever in our thoughts

WATSON On February 19, of High Shincliffe, Durham. George Menzies, aged 66 years, beloved husband of Irene, a much loved dad of Jonathan and Sara, father-in-law of Flora and Boris, a dearly loved grandad of Freya. Would friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium Chapel on Thursday, February 28 at 11.00 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired, to Shildon Railway Museum, plate available at the crematorium.

WEBB February 21, peacefully in hospital, of David Terrace, Bowburn. Sid, aged 77 years, beloved husband of Mary and a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Friday, February 29 at 3.30 p.m.

WHITE February 23, suddenly taken from us. Irene (nee Bell), aged 63 years, of Framwellgate Moor, loving mam of Elaine, Ian, Andrew, Lisa and Lesley, mother-in-law of Bill, Gary, Paul and Susan, a proud nana of Kim, Jamie, Angel, Lewis, Ryan, Nicola and Rachel. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Monday, March 3 at 10.00 a.m.

WOOD February 20, suddenly, of Shildon. May, aged 86 years, beloved wife of the late Jim, adored mam of Sandra and partner Alan, also a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Will friends please meet for service in St. John's Church, Shildon at 12.50 p.m. on Monday, March 3, followed by cremation at Darlington.

WRIGHT February 26, of Lingford Court, Bishop Auckland, peacefully in hospital after a short illness. George, aged 93 years, dearly loved husband of the late Mary, formerly Milroy. He was much loved and respected by her family, their children and grandchildren. Will friends please meet for service in St. Anne's Church, Bishop Auckland at 1.00 p.m. on Monday, March 3, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be given to the Richardson Hospital at Barnard Castle. Will be sadly missed

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