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ADCOCK March 7, of Rushyford. Kathleen, aged 86 years, late widow of Charles Adcock and mother of Peter and the late Graham. Will family and friends please meet for service in St. Aidan's Church, Chilton at 10.00 a.m. on Monday, March 17, followed by cremation at Darlington.

ADCOCK Suddenly on March 7. James, aged 54 years, of South Terrace, Cornsay Colliery, dearly loved partner of Annie, much loved son of Theresa and loving brother of Kathleen. Will be much missed by all the family and friends. Friends please meet for service at St. Michael's R.C. Church, Esh Laude on Friday, March 14 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in Langley Park Cemetery. Family flowers only with donations in lieu if desired to Sir Bobby Robson Cancer Research Fund, c/o Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Langley Park, Durham.

ALDERSON March 11 (peacefully), of Shildon, formerly of Priestman Road, Newton Aycliffe. Walter, aged 85 years, beloved husband of the late Mary, loving dad of Kevin and Ian, also a dear father-in-law and grandad. Will be sadly missed by all. Friends please meet for service in Neville Parade Methodist Chapel on Monday, March 17 at 12.00 noon followed by interment in Shildon Cemetery.

ANDERSON March 12, peacefully in hospital, of Middleton St. George. Alan, aged 73 years, dearly beloved husband of Kathleen, much loved brother of Doreen and loving uncle of Helen. Funeral Thursday March 20. Friends please meet for service in Northland Methodist Church, Darlington at 3.00 p.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be sent for The Great North Air Ambulance Service c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington DL3 7JR.

ARMSTRONG Suddenly on March 8, of Carrs Orchard, Finchale Road, Durham. Alan, aged 74 years, cherished husband of Olive, dearly loved and respected dad of Gary and Neil, a dear father-in-law to Jane, adored ya-ya and best mate of Joe and Scott and also a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Monday, March 17 at 11.00 a.m. No flowers by request. Donations in lieu may be given after the service for Bluecoat School Fund.

AVON Darlington Elizabeth S.R.N. C.M., aged 95 years, peacefully on March 13 in The Gardens Care Home (former Matron of St. Cuthbert's Church of England Children's Home, Past President and Honorary Member of Soroptimist International Town's Women's Guild and Darlington Women's Club). Loving daughter of the late Francis and Hannah Avon of Easington Village, dearly loved sister of Jessie and will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Thursday March 20. Would friends please meet for service in All Saints' Church, Black-well, Darlington at 2.00 p.m., followed by private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations if desired may be sent for the Church of England Children's Society care of Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington DL3 9EL. Tel: (01325) 482999.

BARRIGAN Darlington March 7. Blanche, aged 63 years. Dearly beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Requiem Mass to be held on Friday March 14 in St. Teresa's R.C. Church, Harris Street, 10.15 a.m. followed by cremation in Darlington Crematorium 11.15 a.m. Would friends kindly meet at the church.

BATESON March 12 of The Village, Brancepeth, Clifford aged 91 years, a beloved husband of the late Dorothy, a much loved father of Frances and Julian and a dearly loved grandfather of Naomi and Aidan. Will friends please meet for service in St. Brandon's Church, Brancepeth Village on Tuesday, March 18 at 11.00 a.m., prior to interment in Brancepeth Cemetery. Family flowers only.

BEADLE Kathleen (Kath), on March 9, peacefully at The Coach House Nursing Home, Sharow, aged 86 years. Kathleen (Kath) Beadle (nee Hill), of Ripon, beloved wife of the late Norman, much loved mother of Terry, David, Elizabeth and Tina, a dear mother-in-law, loving nana, and great-nana, sister and aunt. Service at St John's Church, Ripon on Monday, March 17 at 1.45 p.m. followed by interment at Ripon Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to The British Heart Foundation. Plate provided at the service.

BENNETT March 7 (after a long illness borne with dignity and courage), of Willington. John, aged 74 years. Devoted husband of Lilian, much loved dad of David and daughter-in-law Christine, treasured grandad of Rachel, loving brother of Nellie and Jane, special brother-in-law of Les, Margaret and their families, life long friend of Eric, cherished friend of Judith. Friends please meet for service at Lydia Street Methodist Chapel, Willington on Friday March 14, at 12.00 noon followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium 1.00 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired to, Air Ambulance or Butterwick Hospice, c/o the family.

BENNETT Treasured memories of a dear mate, Benny. Love Judith. x.

BOTT March 12, peacefully, in Bannatyne Lodge, late of Donini House, Easing-ton. Jane (Jennie, nee Reid), aged 91 years, beloved wife of the late Joseph, a dear mam of Jean and Elaine, nana of Julie, Joanne and Claire and their families. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday March 19 at 12.00 noon.

BREWIS March 11, in Howlish Hall. Doris (nee Mould), aged 94 years, beloved wife of the late George, loving mother of Gordon and Vera, treasured nana of Richard, Catherine and Doris, also a devoted great grandmother to James. Will friends please meet for service in St. James' Church, Coundon at 2.15 p.m. on Monday, March 17, followed by interment in Coundon Cemetery.

BRISON Patricia Ann Brison (nee Clennett). Aged 61 years. Died peacefully at home in Easington Village on March 13, after a long illness faced with courage and dignity. Dearly beloved wife of the late William, much loved mother of Liam and Pippa and their partners Thomas and Ian, sister of Pauline and Martin and nana of Ella, Isabel and Tom, niece of Irene and Florence, much missed by family and friends. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Easington Village, 1.30 p.m. Wednesday March 19, followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. No flowers by request. Any donations to be given to St. Mary's Church.

CARLING March 13, peacefully in hospital, of Worsley Park, Darlington. Dorothy, aged 83 years, beloved wife of the late Norman, dearly loved mother of Pam, mother-in-law of Bill, much loved gran of Mark and Peter and loving great-gran of Mia. Funeral Wednesday, March 19. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 10.15 a.m. No flowers please. Donations may be sent for Arthritis Research, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

CAULFIELD The funeral of the late Joseph (Joe) aged 73 years, of George Square, Shadforth (formerly Durham City) took place on Monday March 10, at Durham Crematorium. At Joe's request his cremated remains were scattered in the Garden of Remembrance.

CAULFIELD Joseph Augustine, died March 3. Gone from our lives but not from our hearts. Sons Gary and Glen and daughters Joann, Clair, Emma and Joell xxxxxx.

CHADWICK Peacefully on March 8, of Chilton. Irene (nee Pattison), aged 82 years, dearly loved wife of the late Eric Edward, dearest mam of Les, dear mother-in-law of Edna, devoted grandmother of Julian, Giles and the late Gregory, great-grandmother of Evan and Ben, also a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Friends please meet at Durham Crematorium on Monday, March 17 at 1.00 p.m. for service. Enquiries to Derek Moss Funeral Directors. Tel (0191) 3855959.

COPELAND March 11 (tragically, as the result of a road traffic accident). Hannah Jane, aged 17 years, a much loved daughter of Jean and the late Tony, loving sister of James and twin of Sarah, also a dearly loved granddaughter, niece, cousin and friend to many. Funeral Thursday March 20. Would friends please meet 2.00 p.m. for service at All Saints' Church, Northallerton followed by interment in Northallerton Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to the Great North Air Ambulance Service, Northumberland Wing, The Imperial Centre, Grange Road, Darlington DL1 5NQ.

CORBETT March 12, suddenly in hospital, formerly of Mayflower Court, Darlington. Mary Elsie (nee Brown) dearly loved mother of Theresa, Maureen, Anne, Martin and John, also a much loved mother-in-law, nanna and sister. Funeral Wednesday, March 19. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass in Holy Family Church, Cockerton at 1.00 p.m., followed by interment at Easington Village Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations may be sent for First Stop c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington DL3 7JR.

COXON On March 10, suddenly of Lincoln Walk, Peterlee. Leslie, aged 85 years, beloved husband of the late Margaret, a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather, also brother. Cremation Hartlepool Crematorium, Tuesday, March 18. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at St. Cuthbert's Church, Peterlee at 1.30 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to Cancer Research, c/o Jean. All enquiries to East Durham Funeral Services. Tel (0191) 5864322.

COZENS March 13, peacefully in hospital, of Marina Road, Darlington. Brenda (nee Barnes), aged 75 years, beloved wife of Bernard, dearly loved mother of Wendy, David and Joanne, mother-in-law of Stephen, Steven and Julie, much loved nanna of Laura, Rachael, Nicola, Kevin and Karl. Funeral Tuesday, March 25. Friends please meet for service in St. Mark's Church at 10.30 a.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only. Donations may be sent for the Alzheimer's Society, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

CRICH March 11, suddenly, of Brandon. Bobby, aged 60 years, much loved partner of Jean, a dearly loved dad of Lynn, Malcolm, Steven and Gemma and a cherished grandad of Nadia, Sasha, Aidan, Kieran, Ben, Katie and Kacie, also a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Sadly missed by all. Would family and friends please meet for service at St. John's Church, Meadowfield on Thursday, March 20 at 12.45 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham.

CRINNION March 13 (peacefully) of Tow Law. Kitty (nee Daniels/Willis), aged 93 years, beloved wife of the late Edmund, loving mam of Marie and Ann, dearly loved mother-in-law of Tom and Alex, also a devoted nanna and great-nanna. Friends please meet for service in St. Joseph's R.C. Church on Wednesday, March 19 at 2.00 p.m., followed by interment in Dans Castle Cemetery.

CROSBY Terence Frederick Peter, aged 58 years, peacefully on March 12, of Victoria House Care Home, Darlington (formerly of Aycliffe Hospital). Loving son of the late Mrs. F. Cruikshank. Funeral Tuesday, March 18. Friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 2.30 p.m. All enquiries to Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington, DL3 9EL. Tel. (01325) 482999.

DALE Raymond died peacefully in the Friarage Hospital on Wednesday, March 5, aged 94 years, formerly of Northfields Farm, a dearly loved husband of the late Freda, father of Walter and Max, father-in-law of Ann and a much loved grandfather of Simon and Catherine. Funeral service to be held at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday, March 13 at 1.45 p.m.

DEVANEY March 6, peacefully in Spain. Peter, aged 61 years, beloved son of Barbara and the late John Devaney, loving husband to Trish and much loved father to Leigh and Stephen. Will be sadly missed

DIMMOCK (North Cowton) On March 6. George Bousfield, aged 95 years, beloved husband of the late Enid Alice, cherished father of Dorothy (Tarelli) and the late Glenda (Macpherson), dear grandfather of Richard, James, Stewart and Heather and great-grandfather of Sophia and Olivia. Funeral Thursday, March 13. Friends please meet for service in St. Luke's Church, North Cowton at 10.00 a.m., followed by interment in St. Mary's Churchyard, South Cowton. No flowers by request. Donations will be shared between St. Luke's and North Cowton Methodist Chapel.

DINSDALE Brian, aged 69 years, of Richmond, peacefully in the Friary Hospital on March 8. Dearly loved husband of Dorothy and a much loved dad of Carol, Linda and Brenda. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Friday, March 14 at 10.45 a.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium.

EARL Chris, aged 70 years, of Evenwood Gate Farm, peacefully in hospital on March 7. Dearly loved husband of Jean and a dear father and grandfather. Funeral service in St. Paul's Church, Evenwood on Friday, March 14 at 12.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Darlington. Friends please meet at the church.

ELGEY March 9, 2008, peacefully in hospital. Yvonne, aged 64 years, of School Aycliffe, loving wife of Richard, much loved mother of Clare-Louise, sister of Pauline and mother-in-law of Fabio, also a dearly loved nanna of Arianna, Aleandra and Zoe. Funeral Tuesday, March 18. Would friends please meet 9.15 a.m., for service at St. Mary's R.C. Church, Newton Aycliffe followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired for Masses for Yvonne.

FRANKLIN March 12 (after a long illness), of Brandon. Sheila (nee Mickle), aged 68 years, beloved wife of the late Derek, a dearly loved mother of Derek and Gillian, a much loved gran and a dear sister and aunt. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium Monday for a service and committal at 10.00 a.m.

GILES March 10, of School Close, St. Johns Chapel. Tom, aged 85 years, now re-united with his dear wife Peggy and dear son Peter, a much loved and sadly missed father, father-in-law, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and friend. Funeral will take place at Westgate Parish Church on Monday, March 17 at 11.45 a.m., followed by cremation at South Shields Crematorium at 1.30 p.m. No flowers please. Donations may be sent to Cancer Research.

GIVENS March 10, peacefully in hospital of Coniscliffe Road, Darlington. Lesley, beloved wife of Ralph, mum of Ellie, dearly loved daughter of Gwen and Bev Eccles, also a much loved daughter-in-law and sister. Funeral Friday, March 14. Friends please meet for service in All Saints' Church, Blackwell at 2.15 p.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only please.

GREENER Paul, aged 59 years, of Rivergarth, Darlington, died suddenly in hospital on March 11, 2008. Retired Police Dog Handler, Durham Constabulary. Devoted husband and best friend of Sheila and loving son of Sommena and the late Tommy, beloved dad of Darren and Emma and father-in-law of Karen and Peter. Adored grandad of Sophie, Anya, Yasmin and Ethan, also a loving brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral service to be held at St. Andrew's Church, Haughton on Tuesday, March 18 at 2.15 p.m., followed by private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations may be sent for the British Heart Foundation, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

GUY March 12, suddenly, of Hamsterley. Martin, aged 87 years, dearly beloved husband of the late Ellen, much loved dad of Malcolm, father-in-law to Diane, a dear grandad and great-grandad, also brother-in-law to Margaret and family. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 3.30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 18. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Butterwick Hospice, a plate is provided at the crematorium.

HALL Durham On March 2, 2008, in hospital. Raymond Wilson, aged 86 years, greatly loved and devoted husband of Wilma, loving father of Alan and daughter-in-law Pamela. Funeral service at St. Mary Magdalene Church, Belmont, Durham at 11.15 a.m. on Thursday, March 13., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to the R.A.F. Benevolent Fund, 67 Portland Place, London W1B 1AR.

HERBERT March 13 (peacefully) of Newton Aycliffe (formerly of Liverpool). Elizabeth (Betty) aged 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Albert, loving mum of Doreen, Alan and Pat, also a much loved sister, mother-in-law, nan and great-nan. Would friends please meet for service at 10.15 a.m., Thursday, March 20, at Darlington Crematorium. Floral tributes may be sent to, John Meynell Funeral Service, Stephenson Way, Newton Aycliffe.

HEWISON Douglas Victor Peacefully in hospital on March 8. Doug, aged 82 years. Brother to Sheila, Mavis and the late Joyce. Family and friends please meet at Darlington Crematorium on Monday, March 17, at 10.30 a.m. for service. No flowers by request. Donations in lieu if so desired to, British Heart Foundation, Northern Region, Oakhouse B, Ransom Wood Business Park, Mansfield. NG21 0HJ.

HILL Andrew William (Andy), aged 71 years, suddenly at home in Richmond on March 5. Dearly loved husband of Betty, great dad of Peter, David and Tracey, father-in-law of Christine, Lorraine and Jon and the best grandad to Graham, Megan, Courtney, George, Zoe and Emma. Funeral service in St. Mary's Church, Richmond on Thursday, March 13 at 10.00 a.m., followed by cremation. Friends please meet at the Church. No flowers by request. Donations if desired for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance c/o John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ. Sadly Missed

HINDMARCH March 11, peacefully, of Coxhoe. Audrey (nee Bryan), aged 77 years, beloved wife of the late Ken, a dearly loved mam of Kenneth, Alan and Susan and a dear mother-in-law of Anita, Linda and Gill, also a cherished nana and great-nana. Would family and friends please meet for service at West Cornforth Holy Trinity Church on Tuesday, March 18 at 10.15 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.

HOBBS Edward (Ted) Peacefully in Teesside Hospice on March 8, after a long illness borne with courage and dignity. Ted, aged 84 years. Beloved husband of the late Eileen, devoted and cherished dad of Janice, father-in-law of Richard, much loved brother of Grace and the late Ethel, brother-in-law of Alf and the late Keith, a beloved and special uncle and a special friend to many people. Will be greatly missed. Funeral service takes place on Monday, March 17 at 12.30 p.m. in All Saints' Church, Skelton prior to committal in the Chapel of St. Bede, Teesside Crematorium at 1.30 p.m. Will friends please meet at church. Family flowers only please, donations to Teesside Hospice Care Foundation. All enquiries to Co-operative Funeralcare, Skelton. Tel. (01287) 654472.

HOLDER March 7, died at Sherburn House. Thomas Henry (Harry), aged 85 years, of Coxhoe. Beloved husband of the late Kath, father of Susan and Martin. Service Friday, March 14 at Durham Crematorium at 1.30 p.m. (mourning wear optional).

HOPE March 10, suddenly, of Shildon. Jean, aged 80 years, beloved mother of Neil and Heather, grandmother of Sarah, Christopher and Samantha, also great-grandmother of Abbie, Aiden and Chloe. Will friends please meet for service in St. John's Church, Shildon at 1.30 p.m. on Friday, March 14, followed by interment in Shildon Cemetery.

HOWE Mary On March 12, peacefully in her sleep, in hospital of Quaker Lane, Darlington. Mary, aged 88 years, beloved wife of the late Charles, she will be so missed as she was so loved by her son Ron, daughter Jean, daughter-in-law Margaret, grandsons Philip and Stuart, their wives Linda and Caroline and great-grandsons Josh, Sam, Jake, Oliver and Harry. God Bless. Funeral Tuesday, March 18. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 11.15 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations may be sent for St. Teresa's Hospice, The Woodlands, 91 Woodland Road, Darlington. DL3 7UA.

HUMPHREY Chester-le-Street (formerly of Bowburn) Peacefully at Lindisfarne Nursing Home on March 11, aged 92 years. Ella (Eleanor), much loved wife of the late Jim, loved mother of Alan and Ann, loving mother-in-law to Kath and Colin and devoted grandma and great-grandma. Will be sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday, March 18 at 2.00 p.m. By request, family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired may be sent to The Alzheimer's Society.

HUNTON Knayton March 12 (peacefully in hospital). Harold Stephen, aged 81 years, beloved husband of the late Audrey, much loved brother of Ida, brother-in-law of Robert, loving uncle of Martin and Susan, Paul, Andy and Colin, Tim and Caroline. Funeral Wednesday, March 19, 1.00 p.m. at Borrowby Methodist Chapel, followed by private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations for the Lambert Memorial Hospital, Macmillan Nurses and Borrowby Chapel Funds.

HUSTWICK Arthur, aged 82 years, of Scorton, died peacefully at the Friary Hospital on March 6. Dearly loved by his wife and his family. Private family cremation service followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for Arthur's life in Scorton Methodist Chapel on Wednesday, March 12 at 11.45 am. Friends please meet at the Chapel. No flowers at Arthur's request and no dark clothing. Donations if desired may be given on the plate provided at the Chapel for St. Teresa's Hospice and the Victoria Ward, Friary Hospital, Richmond.

HUTCHINSON March 13, suddenly at home in Bishop Auckland. David, aged 59 years, dearly loved son of the late Lily and Robert, much loved brother of the late Joyce, a dearest uncle to John, Kevin and Lee. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 9.00 a.m. on Thursday, March 20.

ICETON Mary On March 12, peacefully in hospital. Mollie, aged 91 years, of Sedgefield. Much loved wife of the late Jack, loving mother of Pam and Ken, mother-in-law to Pam and Phil, also a dear grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service to take place in St. Edmund's Church, Sedgefield on Wednesday March 19 at 11.30 a.m., prior to private cremation. Friends please meet at Church. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if so desired to Sedgefield Community Hospital.

JACOMB (Gilesgate) On March 10, suddenly in hospital. Doreen, aged 92 years, loving wife of the late Sydney (Syd), a dear mam of Peter and Colin, also a treasured grandma of Andrew, Linda, Becky and Clare, also a great-grandma of Simon, Mark, Jack, Lewis, Ronnie and Florence. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday, March 18 at 10.00 a.m.

JAQUES March 9, peacefully in hospital. Ronald Percy (Ron), aged 78 years, of Aiskew, beloved husband of Mavis, loving dad of Anne and Andrew, father-in-law of Tony and Mary and devoted grandad of Joshua. Funeral service to be held at Aiskew Methodist Church on Friday, March 14 at 1.00 p.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the Ainderby Ward at the Friarage Hospital.

JOHNSON On March 9, peacefully of Barnet Square, Haswell. Stella, aged 76 years, beloved wife of the late Bert, a loving mother, much loved nana and great-nana, a dear sister and aunt, also a devoted friend. Cremation Durham Crematorium, Thursday, March 13. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at the crematorium at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to the Macmillan Nurses, care of Kim. Very sadly missed, always in our thoughts. Kim, David, Kyle and Keegan.

JOSEPHS Beryl, died peacefully in the Friarage Hospital on Friday, March 7, 2008 aged 74 years. A loving wife of Ken and a dearly loved mother of Ian, Keith and Michael and a much loved grandmother. Funeral service to be held at All Saints' Parish Church, Northallerton on Tuesday, March 18 at 12.45 p.m., followed by a cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given to the Macmillan Nurses.

KELLY March 12, of Bishop Auckland. George (Geordie), aged 76 years, dearly beloved husband of Doris, much loved dad of Tony, father-in-law of Angela and a much loved and loving grandad of Paul and Bethany. Will friends please meet for service in St. Mary's R.C. Church at 12.00 noon on Wednesday, March 19, followed by private cremation.

LOWE Miriam March 6, peacefully at Hundens Park Care Home, formerly of Brinkburn Road, Darlington. Miriam (nee Notman), aged 88 years, beloved wife of the late John, much loved mother of Hazel, Pam, Barbara and Ian and loving grandma to Gary and Vanessa, Marc and Scott, Lisa and Neil, Jez and Antonia and will be sadly missed by all her family. Funeral Monday, March 17. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be sent for Save the Children, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

LOWES March 12, formerly of The Butts, Stanhope. Ivy (nee Brown), aged 87 years, dearly loved wife of the late Ronnie, loving mother, gran and great-gran. A committal service on Tuesday, March 18 in Durham Crematorium at 12.00 noon will be followed by a Thanksgiving Service at St. Thomas' Church, Stanhope at 1.00 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to the church.

LYNAS March 7, at home in Cockfield. Evelyn Marsh, aged 94 years, beloved partner of the late Tommy Chapman, also a loving mother to Michael. Will friends please meet for service in St. Mary's Church, Cockfield at 10.00 a.m. on Friday, March 14, followed by interment in Cockfield Cemetery.

MAIS March 12, at Riverview Care Home, Darlington. Sybil Waddington, aged 91 years, daughter of the late Waddington and Frances Mais and will be sadly missed by her cousins and their families. Funeral Wednesday, March 19. Friends please meet for service in St. Mary's Church, Cockerton at 3.00 p.m., followed by cremation.

McLOUGHLIN Peacefully in hospital, on March 9, of Taylor Avenue, Bearpark. Doreen Linda (Dot), aged 77 years. Beloved wife of the late William, loving mam of Linda, Pat, Kim, Alison and Lyn and a dear mother-in-law, nana, and great-nana. Friends please meet for service in St. Edmund's Church on Friday March 14, at 9.30 a.m. followed by cremation at Durham. Friends welcome for refreshments in Bearpark Club afterwards. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given after the service for St. Cuthbert's Hospice.

METCALFE March 11, formerly of Willington. Harry, aged 93 years. Beloved husband of the late Jenny (nee Barker), loving dad of Pauline and devoted grandad of Suzanne and Julia. Friends please meet for service at St. Stephen's Church, Willington on Wednesday March 19, at 9.45 a.m. followed by cremation at Durham.

MINHINNETT Formerly Tolley, nee Stephenson. Mary, after a long illness borne with dignity and courage, March 11, aged 94 years, late of Spennymoor. Devoted to her family, loving mam of Brenda and John, mother-in-law of John and Tracy, cherished sister of Ethel, much loved nana of Shaun, Dean, Sonya, Simon and Stacy. Fondly known as Nana Min to great grandchildren and great great grand-children. Would family and friends please meet for service at Rosa Street Methodist Chapel, Spennymoor on Tuesday, March 18 at 2.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Forever in our hearts, never forgotten, sadly missed.

NAYLOR March 3 (peacefully), of Bishop Auckland. Fred, aged 74 years, beloved husband of the late Roberta, loving dad of Kevin and Catherine. Friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church on Friday, March 14 at 10.00 a.m., followed by interment in Witton-le-Wear cemetery.

NELSON March 10 (suddenly), of The Crofts, Wolsingham. Cecilia Mary, aged 73 years, loving mother of Andrew, daughter of Isabella, sister of Ann and John, grandmother of Meg, Emma and David, aunt of Michael, Philip and Paula and a beloved mother-in-law of Angela. Will friends please meet for Requiem Mass in St. Thomas' R.C. Church, Wolsingham on Wednesday, March 19 at 10.30 a.m., followed by interment. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to St. Thomas' Restoration Fund. R.I.P.

PEART Brian March 12, peacefully at the Cumberland Infirm-ary, Carlisle. Brian, beloved husband of Janet and much loved father of Tony and Sheila. Funeral service to take place at Carlisle Crematorium on Wednesday March 19 at 3.20 p.m. All enquiries to the Co-operative Funeral Care, Carlisle. Tel: (01228) 523467.

PORTER March 3 (peacefully, in hospital) of Middlestone Moor. Colin, aged 51 years. A dearly loved dad of Glyn and Kelly, a much loved granda Colin of Leah, a loving son of Doreen and George, a very dear brother of Karen and Ernie, a loving uncle to Claire, Hayley, Richard, John, David and Owen. Would friends please meet in St. Pauls Church, Friday for a service at 8.40 a.m. followed by committal at Durham Crematorium.

PORTER Margo, aged 89 years of Kiplin, died happily in Maple Lodge Nursing Home on March 10, a wonderful mother, granny and great-granny. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Tuesday, March 18 at 2.45 p.m. Friends please meet at the Crematorium Chapel. No flowers by request. Donations in lieu if desired may be given at the Crematorium for Maple Lodge.

POULTER East Cowton March 5 (suddenly after an accident). Mary, aged 81 years, dearly loved wife of the late Norman, loving mother of Kath and Graham, Chris and Pete, Aldred and Lynne, a much loved nana and great-nana, dear sister of Mabel. Funeral Thursday March 13 2.00 p.m. at Northallerton Methodist Church followed by interment. Family flowers only. Donations for Church Funds.

QUINN March 12 of 71 Plawsworth Road, Sacriston. Pauline, aged 82 years, retired Ward Sister Maternity Unit, Dryburn Hospital. Beloved daughter of the late James and Teresa and a dear sister of Mary and Bernard. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass at St. Bede's R.C. Church, Sacriston on Tuesday, March 18 at 10.00 a.m., followed by interment in the Churchyard. All welcome afterwards to the Catholic Club.

REID On March 12 suddenly at home, of Trimdon Village. Ian, aged 31 years loving son of Mary and Peter, much loved brother of Robert, Alison and twin brother of Andrew, also a precious uncle and treasured grandson of the late Bob and Vera Richards. Cortege leaving family home on Thursday, March 20 for service at St. Mary Magdalene Church, Trimdon Village at 2.45 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Loved and remembered always.

RICHARDSON Marjorie (nee Willis), aged 74 years, of Barnacres, Skeeby, died unexpectedly in hospital on March 4, after an illness borne with great dignity and fortitude. Dearly loved wife of John, much loved mum of Allan, Stephen, Leslie and Gerald, dear mother-in-law to Carol, Ruth, Clare and Kathryn and loving gran to Aimee, Faye, Jessica, Jonathan, Holly, Chloe, Phoebe, Hannah, Niamh and Amber. Funeral service at St. Agatha's Church, Gilling West on Thursday, March 13 at 1.30 p.m., followed by private cremation. Friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations may be given on the plate provided in the church for Riding for the Disabled and Gilling West Church Funds.

ROBSON March 11, of Sandringham Care Home, Bishop Auckland (late of Crook). Mary, aged 90 years, beloved daughter of the late Susannah and Thomas Robson, also a dear aunt and great-aunt. Friends please meet for service in St. Catherine's Church, Crook on Wednesday, March 19 at 12.00 noon, followed by interment in Howden-le-Wear Cemetery.

ROSE (George Wright) Peacefully at rest on Friday, February 29, 2008, after a long illness bravely borne at his home in Berryhill, Stoke on Trent. George, aged 78 years, formerly of Trimdon Grange. The much loved and loving dad of Brian, Lesley Ann and Ilayn, the dear father-in-law of Emmet and June, the devoted grandad of Marc, Victoria and Charlotte and the cherished great-grandad of Kiera Mae, the loving brother of Derek, a dear brother-in-law and uncle. George will be sadly missed by all his loving family and friends. The funeral cortege will leave his own residence on Friday, March 14 at 1.30 p.m., for service at St. Mary's Church, Bucknall at 1.45 p.m., followed by interment at Carmountside Lawn Cemetery. Would relatives kindly accept this the only intimation, friends wishing to attend please meet at the church. Floral tributes welcome. Inquiries to: Mr. David Podmore, Harry Dawson Funeral Services, 105 Upper Normacot Road, Normacot, Longton, Stoke on Trent, ST3 4QG. Tel. 01782 313428.

SANDS March 7 (suddenly, at West Lodge Nursing Home) of Crook. Mary (nee Dempsey), aged 79 years. Much loved wife of the late Joe, mam of Aileen, Maureen, grandma of Laura and Michael, sister of Anne, Kath, John and the late Bobby. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium Chapel at 1.30 p.m. on Monday March 17. Never forgotten, sadly missed.

SCAIFE March 9, peacefully at home. Margaret Annie, aged 83 years, dearly loved wife of the late Albert Ernest, a much loved mother of Shirley and Ken, a loving nana to Julie, Susan, Martin, Craig and Tony, great-nana to Megan, Alex and Ella, mother-in-law to Bob and Christina. Family and friends please meet for service at All Saints' Church, Northallerton on Monday, March 17 at 1.00 p.m., prior to interment in Northallerton Cemetery.

SCOTT March 11, of Willington, formerly of Witton Park. Frederick (Fred), aged 88 years, beloved husband of the late Dolly (nee Gash), a devoted and much loved dad, father-in-law, granda, great-granda, brother-in-law, uncle and cousin. Will friends please meet for service in St. James' Church, Forest-in-Teesdale at 2.00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 19, followed by interment in the churchyard. All friends welcome for refreshments after service at Tindale Club.

SHERWOOD On March 11, of Coppice Hill, Esh Winning. Sidney, aged 81 years, dearly loved husband of Mary, loving dad of Rosemary, Brenda and Sidney, father-in-law of Bill, Greg and Linda and a much loved granda and great-granda and will be sadly missed by all the family. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday, March 18 at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given after the service for the British Heart Foundation.

STEPHENSON March 10 (peacefully, in hospital) of Bede Terrace, Bowburn. June (nee Strafford) aged 73 years. Beloved wife of John, a loving mother of John, June, Terresa, Lorna, Gail, Denise, Ken, Sharon, Dawn and a much loved grandma and great-grandma. Cremation Durham Crematorium Tuesday March 18. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at 10.30 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to Marie Curie Nurses. Sadly missed by all the family and friends.

STEPHENSON March 10 (peacefully, in hospital) of Bede Terrace, Bowburn. June (nee Strafford) aged 73 years. Beloved wife of John, a loving mother of John, June, Teresa, Lorna, Gail, Denise, Kevin, Sharon, Dawn and a much loved grandma and great-grandma. Cremation Durham Crematorium Tuesday March 18. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at 10.30 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to Marie Curie Nurses. Sadly missed by all the family and friends.

SUZANNE Swales Daughter of Bryan and Anne Swales of Bagby Hall. Died peacefully at St. Leonard's Hospice, York, March 7, 2008. Service at York Crematorium 12.30 p.m. March 17, 2008. Afterwards at Lyngarth, Bagby. No floral tributes please. Donations requested to, St. Leonard's Hospice.

SWEENEY On March 10, peacefully at home after a long illness bravely borne. Mera, aged 69 years, of Darlington. Dearly beloved wife of the late Patrick Joseph, much loved mum of Andrew, John, Patricia, Alyson and Susan, loved mother-in-law, nana and great-grandmother. Funeral Friday, March 14. Would friends please meet for service in St. Augustine's Roman Catholic Church, Darlington at 12.30 p.m., prior to interment in West Cemetery. Floral tributes may be sent c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

TARELLI March 7 (suddenly but peacefully in hospital), of Oakdene Avenue, Darlington. Martin, aged 58 years, dearly loved husband of Margaret, much loved dad of Gillian and Laura, dear father-in-law of Dan, loving grandad of Oliver, beloved brother of Michael and dear brother-in-law of Marion. Funeral Friday, March 14. Friends please meet for service in St. John's Church at 11.00 a.m., followed by private cremation. Flowers, if desired, may be sent to Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington.

THOMAS March 13, peacefully after a short illness, of Finchale Crescent, Darlington. Malcolm, aged 63 years, beloved husband of the late Margaret, dearly loved father of Alan, Gillian and Lynsey, a much loved grandad of Lewis, Liam and Libby, also a dear brother of Beryl. Funeral Wednesday, March 19. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 11.15 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations may be sent for Cancer Care U.K. c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington DL3 7JR.

THOMPSON On March 7, peacefully in hospital. Winnie, aged 91 years, of Stokesley, dearly loved wife of the late Charles, loving mother of Jean, Bryan and Judith and a dearest mother-in-law, nana and great-grandma. Funeral service to take place at Stokesley Methodist Church, on Monday, March 17 at 12.30 p.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only, donations if wished may be given for Ward 31 at James Cook University Hospital. In God's care you sleep above, in our hearts you stay with love. Jean, Bryan, Judith, Mavis, Sarah, Bob, Caroline and Lloyd.

THORNTON March 9, of Langley Park Care Home (formerly of Ridding Road, Esh Winning). Selina aged 89 years. Beloved wife of the late George, dear mother of David, mother-in-law of Sylvia and loving grandma of Claire. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Monday March 17, at 3.00 p.m. Friends welcome fo refreshments at Langley Park Care Home afterwards.

TURNBULL March 11, of Hunwick, suddenly after a short illness. John (Jack), aged 81 years, dearly loved husband of Dorothy, devoted and cherished dad of David and Susan, dear father-in-law to Elaine and Jason, a very special and much loved grandad to Kate, Eleanor, Laura, Amy, Jack and Sophie. Will friends please meet for service in Willington Methodist Church at 12.20 p.m. on Tuesday, March 18, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be left in church for the Stroke Unit, Ward 2 at University Hospital of North Durham.

WALKER Darlington March 11, peacefully of Oak Lodge Care Home, formerly of Northgate Guest House. Brian, aged 72 years, much loved by the staff and residents. Funeral Tuesday, March 18. Service to take place in Darlington Crematorium 11.45 a.m. Floral tributes and any enquiries to Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington. Tel: (01325) 482999.

WALKER March 10 (peacefully in hospital), of The Grove, Bowes. Ruby, aged 90 years, beloved wife of the late John, much loved mother of Vernon, Graham, Margaret and Hilary, mother-in-law of Kate, Keith and Mike, dear gran of Craig, Gary and Catherine. Sadly missed by all of her family and friends. Would friends please meet for funeral service at St. Giles' Church, Bowes on Monday, March 17 at 12.30 p.m., followed by cremation at Darlington. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given in church to Church Funds.

WALKER March 8, of Bishop Auckland. Dennis, beloved brother of Dorothy, Jean, Maureen, the late Irene, Hilda and Thomas, also a dear brother-in-law and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 3.30 p.m. on Friday, March 14. Rest in Peace

WALLACE March 9, at The Beeches Care Home, Kelloe (formerly of Ferryhill). Veronica (Ron), aged 71 years, a loving mother, sister and grandmother. Would friends please meet for service at St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Coxhoe on Friday, March 14 at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment at Duncombe Cemetery, Ferryhill.

WALTON Thomas William, aged 87 years, of Winston, passed away on March 6. Beloved husband of the late Margaret Ella, much loved father of Vivienne, dear father-in-law to John and loving granda to Martin and Ella Marie. Funeral service at St. Andrew's Church, Winston on Wednesday, March 12 at 2.15 p.m., followed by private cremation. Friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations may be given on the plate provided in the church for Winston Village Hall and St. Andrew's Church Funds.

WHITEWAY Charles Suddenly on March 10, aged 86 years. Beloved husband of the late Margaret, much loved dad of Angela and brother of Laura and Mahala. Funeral service to be held in St. Bede's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium on Wednesday March 19, at 11.30 a.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium.

WILLOUGHBY March 12, suddenly, of Bedale. Richard (Dick), aged 56 years, dearly loved husband of Janice, loving father of Emma and Sarah and devoted grandad of Abigail-Rose. Funeral service and interment to be held at St. Gregory's Church, Bedale on Thursday, March 20 at 1.30 p.m.

WILSON March 10, peacefully in hospital. Agnes, aged 87 years, of Smith Walk, Newton Aycliffe, a loving wife of the late Chris, cherished mam of Judith and Joan, also a much loved mother-in-law, grandma and great-grandma. Funeral Monday, March 17. Would friends please meet 9.15 a.m., for Requiem Mass at St. Mary's Church prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium. R.I.P

WILSON Mary, passed away, March 9, 2008 at Ryehill Country Lodge, East Yorkshire. Funeral service takes place on Wednesday, March 19 at Darlington Crematorium at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations for Cancer Research may be left after the service.

WORMLEIGHTON Mrs. Sylvia Wormleighton (nee Sarah Stamp), aged 88 years, formerly of Stanley, died on March 6. Funeral Friday, March 14, at the Heart of England Crematorium, Nuneaton, Warwickshire at 3.00 p.m. Any enquiries please telephone 07969 173959.

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