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ADAMS (nee Parkin) March 26, suddenly in hospital. Doreen, aged 83 years, of Ted Fletcher Court, Darlington, loving wife of the late Jim, a treasured mum of Sue and Jean, also a much loved gran of Adam, Danielle, Vanessa and James. A friend to all who knew her. Funeral Wednesday, April 9. Would friends please meet at 11.00 a.m. for service at St Andrew's Church, Haughton Green, Darlington, prior to private burial. Any enquiries please ring Co-operative Funeralcare on (01325) 463203.

ADDINGTON Eric Richard, aged 81 years, of Richmond, died peacefully at home on March 26. Dearly loved husband of Jean and much loved by all his extended family. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Richmond on Friday, April 4 at 10.30 a.m., followed by private cremation. Friends please meet at the Church. Family flowers only please, if desired donations for St. Teresa's Hospice or 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.

ADDISON John, aged 54 years, of Richmond, suddenly in hospital on March 25. Dearly loved husband of Helen, much loved dad of Liz and Dave, dear father-in-law to Duncan and Donna and treasured grandad to Rebecca, Christopher and Mia. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Richmond on Wednesday April 2 at 2.00 p.m., followed by interment in the Cemetery. Friends please meet at the Church.

ARMSTRONG On March 16, suddenly, in Willowdene Nursing Home, Sedgefield, late of Ferryhill Station. Nancy (nee Reed) aged 97 years beloved wife of the late Jonathan, a dearly loved mother of David, a dear mother-in-law of Christine also a cherished grandmother of Julie, Mark and Lynette. Would friends please meet for service at Ferryhill Methodist Chapel on Friday, March 28 at 2.40 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.

ATKINSON Ian, aged 63 years, formerly of Bearpark, died in Virginia, U.S.A. on March 9, 2008, peacefully after a short illness. Son of the late John and Elsie, leaves a loving wife Lavinia, son Brent and brother Donald and sister-in-law Joan. Will be sadly missed.

BALOGH March 18 (peacefully in Sandringham Nursing Home) late of Darlington. Tony, aged 46 years. Much loved son of the late Pat and Sandor, dearly loved brother of Chris and brother-in-law of Juliet and much loved former husband and dear friend of Anne. Requiem Mass to be held in St. Mary's R.C. Church, Bishop Auckland on Friday March 28, at 12.30 p.m. followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium at 1.45 p.m. Friends welcome at church and crematorium.

BATTEN On March 21, suddenly, of Shildon. Jean (nee Ingledew) aged 81 years, beloved wife of Peter, devoted mam of the late Peter, a much loved and loving nan, also a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Will friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 3.15 p.m. on Monday March 31

BLACKMORE On March 25, of Crook. Robert (Bobby), aged 66 years, beloved husband of Margaret, devoted dad of Kevin and Charlie, a dear father-in-law to Elaine and Alison, much loved granda of Ross and Shane, also a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in St. Catherine's Church, Crook at 10.15 a.m. on Tuesday April 1, followed by interment in Crook Cemetery.

BLACKWELL Stella (nee Bradley), of Aycliffe Village, died peacefully aged 76 years at West Middlesex University Hospital on March 19, 2008. Beloved wife of John and sadly missed by her brother Bill. Devoted mother of sons Mark and Richard and much loved grandma to Rosie, Helen, Michael, Maria and Daniel. Deeply missed by daughters-in-law Frances and Paula, family and friends. Funeral service to be held at St Phillip and James Church, Twickenham at 1.30 pm on Friday, March 28. Those whom we love can never be more than a thought away.

BODDY (nee Heaney) March 24, (at home), of Croft-On-Tees. Catherine Ann, dearly loved wife of Peter, much loved mum of John, Marie and Peter and a loving grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral Monday March 31. Friends please meet for service in St. Peter's Church, Croft-On-Tees at 1.15 p.m. followed by private cremation. No flowers please. Donations may be sent for Cancer Research U.K. or a charity of your choice.

BODDY Cath March 24, peacefully, at home with her family around her after a long illness. A loving and dearly loved mother and nana. "Our hearts are full of memories, with pride we will speak your name, life has to go on without you, but nothing will be the same". Rest in the peace you so deserve. Marie, Kevin, Marc and Andrew.

BODDY Cath Today, tomorrow my whole life through I will always love and remember you. To see you suffer was hard to bear, but I now know you are in God's care. Rest in Peace. Love Peter.

BOOTH Ann, aged 81 years. Peacefully at Rivermead Nursing Home, Malton (formerly of Darlington). Dearly loved wife of the late Donald, loving mother of Robert and Finlay. Funeral service to be held at St. Andrew's Church, Ramshill Road, Scarborough on Wednesday April 2, at 1.15 p.m. Floral tributes if desired to, B. Bernard and Sons, Prospect Road, Scarborough. Tel: (01723) 501001.

BOWRON March 25 (in hospital) of Ross Walk, Newton Aycliffe. Brian Stanhope, aged 74 years. Beloved husband of the late Mary, loving dad of Christopher, Astrid and Andrew, much loved father-in-law to Rob, also a treasured grandad to George. Funeral Wednesday, April 2. Would friends please meet 2.00 p.m. for service at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to, The Mary Bowron Breath Of Life Fund, c/o, The British Lung Foundation, 73/75 Goswell Road, London. EC1V 7ER.

BRAYSHAW March 26 (peacefully, in Bethany House) of Spennymoor. Florence (Florrie, aged 88 years). Beloved wife of the late Cyril, a dearly loved mam of Janet and Peter and a much loved gran and great-gran. Would friends please meet in Trinity Methodist Chapel, Rosa Street, Spennymoor, Tuesday for a service at 11.45 a.m. followed by committal at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be left in the collection plate for chapel funds.

BROWN Denis George, aged 80 years, of Richmond, former Drum Major, The Green Howards, died peacefully at Maple Lodge, Scotton on March 17. Beloved husband of the late Sylvia and the late Evelyn, much loved dad of Jimmy, Alma, John, Robert, Carol and Roy, father-in-law to Maggie, Brian, Ivy, Karen, David and Joanne, a loving grandad and great-grandad, dearest brother to Bill and Madge, brother-in-law to Sandy, Keith, Peggy and Kay and a dear uncle and great-uncle. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Richmond on Friday, March 28 at 1.30 p.m., followed by private cremation. Friends please meet at the Church. Family flowers only please, if desired donations for The Green Howards Association may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

BURNETT (Lanchester) Peacefully at home on March 25, aged 78 years. Valerie Elizabeth (nee Nicholson), formerly Nicholson Auctioneers, Lanchester. Beloved wife of the late George, loving mother of Charles and Susan, mother-in-law to Miriam, loving grandmother to Phillip, Charlotte and Emma. Will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Friends please meet for service at All Saint's Church, Lanchester on Tuesday April 1, at 11.30 a.m. followed by interment at Lanchester Cemetery. Private afterwards.

BURNIP March 27, peacefully, in Howlish Hall Nursing Home, after a long illness (late of Lingford Court, Bishop Auckland). Mary (nee Gaskill), aged 76 years, dearly beloved wife of the late Charles Eric, devoted mother of Janet, Christine, Mary and the late Ada, a dear mother-in-law, also dearest grandma of Gemma, Alex, Harry and Michael. Cremation Friday April 4 at Durham, following a service in the Crematorium Chapel at 3.30 p.m. Friends please meet at the Crematorium.

CALLAGHAN (nee Ashurst) March 24, of Knares-borough, formerly of Willington. Anne, aged 78 years, beloved wife of Terry, loving mother of Marie-Louise, Elizabeth and Anne, also a devoted mother-in-law, grandmother and sister. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass at Our Lady and St. Thomas R.C. Church, Willington on Saturday March 29 at 10.00 a.m. Interment to follow. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to OXFAM c/o Hardy's Funeral Service, 116 Commercial Street, Willington.

CAMERON March 16, (suddenly) of Hawthorn Road, Middlestone Moor. Nadine (nee Finlay), aged 83 years. Beloved wife of the late Melville, a much loved sister and friend of Sarah and Fred, a dear aunty of Colin and the late Fred, also a dear sister-in-law and great-aunt. Would family and friends please meet for service at Rosa Street Methodist Chapel, Spennymoor on Monday March 31, at 12.10 p.m. followed by interment in Rock Road Cemetery.

CLARK (nee Gant) On Wednesday, March 19 peacefully in hospital. Mary, aged 103 years, of Fishburn. Beloved wife of the late John William Clark, a dearly loved mother of Vera and Nora and a loving grandma, great-gran and great-great-gran. Funeral service to take place on Friday, March 28 at 1.30 p.m. in St. Catherine's Church, Fishburn, prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium. Friends please meet at Church. Family flowers only, by request. Donations in lieu if so desired to the Great North Air Ambulance Service, Head Office, Northumberland Wing, The Imperial Centre, Grange Road, Darlington DL1 5NQ.

CLARK March 27, peacefully in hospital. Norman, aged 80 years, of West Auck land, beloved husband of the late Doris, a devoted father of John and Peter, also a much loved granda to Adrian, David and Christopher and loving great-granda of Scarlet. To be received into St. Helen's Church at 6.30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 1 followed by service on Wednesday April 2 at 12.45 p.m., with interment in West Auckland Cemetery to follow. Will friends please meet at Church.

COLDBECK March 18, of Tennyson Terrace, Crook. Florence Mary (nee Hall) a dearly beloved wife and best friend of Cliff. Private funeral service took place yesterday.

COOK March 21 (peacefully in hospital), of Ferryhill. Ellen, aged 88 years, beloved wife of the late Tommy, a much loved mam of Ellis and Tommy, a dearly loved mother-in-law of Ellen and Christine and also a loving nana and great-nana. Would friends please meet for service at Ferryhill Methodist Chapel on Tuesday April 1 at 2.40 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham

COOPER March 20, at Brentwood Lodge, Leyburn (formerly of Keld Heads, Wensley Station, Leyburn). Frederick (Fred), aged 89 years. Beloved husband of the late Eileen (nee Weatherald) and a very dear brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral service at St. Margaret's Church, Preston-Under-Scar on Thursday April 3, at 1.00 p.m. followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for church funds. Friends please meet at the church.

CORNER (nee Ibbotson) March 17, at Alderley Edge, Cheshire, following an illness courageously borne. Judith Mary, beloved wife of Barry and loving mother of Lucy, grandma of Minnie, also a devoted daughter of Thomas and the late Sarah, sister of Jennifer and Mark and sister-in-law of Alison, also loving auntie of Nicholas, Catherine and Jonathan. God Bless Her

CUNNINGTON March 25. Betty, aged 84 years formerly of Bedale, passed peacefully away at Cherry Garth Nursing Home, Thirsk. Dearly beloved wife of the late Doug, mother of Chris, Sylvia, Terry and John, grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service to be held at St Gregory's Church Bedale on Saturday March 29 at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Cherry Garth Nursing Home.

DAVISON March 21, of Spenny-moor. Louisa (nee Campbell) aged 93 years, beloved wife of the late John. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium Friday, March 28 for service and committal at 1.00 p.m.

DAWSON March 20, peacefully, in Brandon Lodge Nursing Home (formerly of Queen Alexandra Road, North Shields). Mary, aged 69 years, dearly loved mother of Gavin, Richard and Carolyn and a loving grandma of Jessica, Alex and Jamie. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Monday, March 31 at 11.30 a.m.

DENHAM Joseph (Joe), aged 89 years, of Esperley Lane, Cockfield, died peacefully at the Richardson Hospital on March 17. Dearly loved husband of Jennie and a dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Cockfield on Thursday, March 27 at 2.00 p.m., followed by private cremation. Friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations may be given on the plate provided in the church for St. Mary's Church, Cockfield or if preferred, donations for the Friends of the Richardson Hospital may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, 100 Galgate, Barnard Castle, DL12 8BJ.

DODDS March 25 (in hospital after a short illness) of Sherburn Village. George (Micky), aged 76 years. Beloved husband of the late Eva, devoted dad of Nigel and Allan, a sadly missed father-in-law of Sharon and Tracey, a treasured grandad of Christopher, Garry, Thomas and Joseph, also a much loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Would friends please meet for service at Parkinson Memorial Chapel, Sherburn Village on Wednesday April 2, at 12.40 p.m. prior to cremation at Durham Cremator ium. No flowers by request. Refreshments afterwards at Sherburn Village W.M.C. Everyone welcome.

DZELME March 25 (suddenly), of Coronation Avenue, Shildon. Freda Mary (nee Clarey), aged 82 years, dearly loved mam of Ann, mother-in-law of Ernie, devoted nana of Emma and great-gran of Adam, Tom and Libby, also a much loved sister and auntie. Interment Wednesday, April 2 in Shildon Cemetery. Cortege leaving residence at 2.00 p.m. for a service in St. John's Church, Shildon at 2.10 p.m. Friends please meet at Church.

FAIRHURST (nee Crane) On March 22, 2008 (suddenly at home). Pamela Jane, aged 44 years, a loving wife of David, devoted mother to David and a much loved sister and aunt. Funeral Wednesday, April 2. Would friends please meet 3.00 p.m. for a service in St. Clare's Church, Newton Aycliffe, prior to cremation.

FLETCHER Edith Mary (nee Lowes), aged 84 years, died peacefully in Weardale Community Hospital on March 20. Beloved wife of the late Arnold, much loved mam of Colin and Sheelagh, mother-in-law of Linda and John and a dear grandma of Anne and John, Steven and Gary. Cortege to leave daughter's residence for a service at St. Catherine's Church, Crook on Monday, March 31 at 2.15 p.m., followed by interment in Crook Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, for Weardale Community Hospital.

FOSTER March 21 (peacefully in Rydal Care Home). Mary, aged 79 years, of Darlington. Much loved wife of Thomas, loving sister to Sid. Funeral Monday March 31. Would friends please meet 3.45 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

FRENCH (Stanley) Peacefully, in hospital on March 15, aged 90 years. James Douglas (Jim). Beloved husband of Lorna, a caring dad to Tom and Carol and a dear grandad of Shaun, will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Friends please meet for service at Mountsett Crematorium on Friday March 28, at 2.00 p.m.

GILBERT March 23 (after an illness courageously borne). Henry (Harry), aged 86 years, of Witton Crescent, Darlington. A loving husband of Renee, a dearly loved father of Barry and Hazel, father-in-law of Agnes and friend to Mike, also a dear grandfather of Daniel and Nathan. Funeral Tuesday April 1. Would friends please meet 2.15 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please.

GLASS Stanley Thomas, aged 75 years, died peacefully at The Terrace Care Home, Richmond on March 26, after a long illness. Husband of Maureen and father of David and Michael. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Richmond on Thursday, April 3 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 St. Mary's Church Funds.

GOODWIN (Shadforth) Peacefully on March 16, aged 94 years. Vera (nee Blanch). Dearly beloved wife of the late Aubrey, beloved mother of the late Ann, Cyril and Will, sadly missed by all her loving family. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Friday Mach 28, at 9.30 a.m.

GRAHAM March 20. Peacefully, in hospital, of Darlington. Margery (nee Jameson), aged 88 years. Much loved mum of Christine and Derek Anderson, mother-in-law to Jim and Sue, also loving grandmother of Lee, Mark, Jamie and Elliot. Funeral Monday March 31. Would friends please meet 10.15 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

GRAHAM On March 24, peacefully with dignity and courage in the care of his family, in Tow Law. William (Bill), aged 64 years, beloved son of the late Ernie and Louie. Bill will be sadly missed and remembered by his family, friends, colleagues and all who knew him. Please meet for service in St Philip and St. James' Church, Tow Law at 11.50 a.m. on Tuesday, April 1, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may if desired be made for the Marie Curie Care.

HADRICK March 26, of Darlington Manor Care Home, formerly of Brinkburn Road Darlington. Muriel, beloved wife of the late John, a loving mother of the late Warren, adored gran of Zoe and Lisa and recent great-gran to Jake. Will be sadly missed. Funeral Thursday April 3. Would friends please meet 1.15 p.m. for service at Darlington Crema-torium.

HAMILTON Ronald, aged 90 years, died peacefully in hospital on Sunday, March 23. Dearly loved husband of the late Jessie, much loved father and father-in-law, a devoted grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral Tuesday, April 1. Would friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 1.45 p.m. Family flowers only please.

HAMMOND March 22, at Stanton Hall, Darlington. Doreen Mary Shelbourne, aged 85 years. Dearly loved mother for Stephanie and Marilyn and loving grandmother of Richard, Teresa, Jennie and Carrie. Funeral Private.

HAWMAN March 19, suddenly, but peacefully at home in Easby, Nr. Stokesley. Doreen, dearly loved wife of Fred, loving mother of Deborah and Timothy and a dearest grandma and sister. Funeral service to take place at St. Andrew's Church, Ingleby Greenhow on Monday March 31, at 2.00 p.m. followed by cremation. Family flowers only. Donations if wished may be given for The Alzheimers Society.

HAY March 21, formerly of Ridgemount, Ovington and Old Post Office, Cornriggs. Kathleen Joan (nee Walton), aged 85 years. Dear wife of the late Clifton, a dear mother of Valerie and Caroline, grandmother to Lesley, Nicola and Sarah and great-grandmother to Thomas, Reece, Amber and Erin. Funeral service at St. Thomas Church, Cowshill on Thursday April 3, at 2.15 p.m. Followed by interment in Burtreeford Cemetery. Friends please meet at church. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to, The Alzheimers Society. Friends are welcome for refreshments at The Weardale Inn, Irishopeburn afterwards.

HETHERINGTON (nee Cherry) March 24 (peacefully), in Eastbourne Care Home. Jennie, aged 87 years, of Cobden Street, Darlington. A dearly loved wife of the late John, a much loved mum of Gordon, Susan and Andrew, a dear mother-in-law of Rae, also a loving nana of Graeme, Martin and Rosie. Funeral Tuesday April 1. Would friends please meet 11.45 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please by request.

HODGSON Elizabeth A much loved sister and auntie. The precious gift of memory will keep a dear one forever within our hearts. Geoff, Louise, Connor and Lily.

HODGSON Elizabeth Beloved daughter of Rita and the late Stan Robinson. Locked in my heart forever. Goodnight and God Bless. Mam

HODGSON Elizabeth In loving memory of a dear sister. Sadly missed always remembered. John and family.

HODGSON Elizabeth March 24. Dear sister and aunt, always in our hearts, always in our thoughts. David, Sandra, Michael and Lauren.

HODGSON Elizabeth March 24. Dearly loved sister to Elaine, Denise, Diane and Anita. Our rock and heart of the family, will live forever in our hearts, never will be forgotten.

HODGSON March 24 (suddenly, in hospital) of Cragside, Chilton. Elizabeth (Liz, nee Robinson), aged 56 years. Beloved wife of David, a devoted mam of Vicky, Shaun and Michael, a loving mother-in-law of Robert, Emma and Debbie and a much loved nanna to Poppy and Olivia and a dearly loved daughter, sister and auntie. Would friends please meet in St. Aidan's Church, Monday for a service at 1.45 p.m. followed by committal at Durham Crematorium.

HOLMES On March 20, of Crook. George, aged 77 years, dearly loved by wife Eva and all his family. Will friends please meet for service in St. Catherine's Church, Crook at 10.00 a.m. on Monday, March 31 followed by cremation at Durham.

HUTCHINSON March 21, of Gladstone Street, Crook. Kenneth, aged 72 years, a dearly loved friend and partner of Pearl, beloved husband of the late Margaret, dear father of Kevin, Karen and Kay and a dear father-in-law and grandfather. Friends please meet for service in St. Catherine's Church, Crook on Monday March 31 at 12.10 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired to the Air Ambulance c/o Northumberland Wing, The Imperial Centre, Grange Road, Darlington DL1 5NG.

INGRAM March 23. Of Hartburn, Stockton. In memory of Joan, aged 70 year. A much loved wife, mother, sister and grandmother. A memorial service to be arranged at a later date.

JOHNSON (nee Hands) On March 25, peacefully, formerly of Westcliffe Court, Darlington. Nora, aged 95 years, mother of Dorothy and grandmother of Jonathan and the late Stephen Todd. Funeral Wednesday, April 2. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 10.45 a.m.

LEADBEATER March 25 (peacefully) at Denehurst Nursing Home, Ferryhill. Mary Ellen, aged 86 years. Beloved wife of the late Geoffrey, dearly loved mother of Joseph, Geoffrey, Leo, Thomas, Gerard and Mary, also a dear mother-in-law and much loved grandma and great-grandma. Would friends please meet for Requiem Mass at All Saint's R.C. Church, Ferryhill on Saturday March 29, at 10.00 a.m. followed by interment at Chilton Cemetery.

LEONARD March 21 (peacefully, in hospital after a short illness) of Newton Aycliffe. Francis, aged 66 years. Beloved husband of Sheila, also a much loved father, grandfather, great - grandfather, brother and cousin. On Tuesday April 1. A Requiem Mass is to be held at St. Mary's R.C. Church at 1.30 p.m. prior to cremation at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired may be made to Cancer Research (plate at the church).

LINSLEY Jean, aged 80 years, of Greystones, Copley, died peacefully at home March 17. Dearly loved wife of Vernon, much loved mother of the late John and loving nana to John, Barry and Lucinda. Funeral service at St. John's Church, Lynesack on Thursday March 27, at 11.00 a.m. followed by interment in the cemetery. Friends please meet at the church.

LINSLEY March 26, peacefully at home, after bravely battling cancer. Robert, aged 63 years, of Bishopton. Dearly loved husband of Jo (Daly), loving father of Allan, Debbie and Robbie, loving grandad of Kelly, Chas, Samantha and Shannon and dear brother of Deana. Funeral Wednesday April 2. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 1.45 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be sent for The Macmillan Nurses c/o, Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington. DL3 7JR.

MACHIN March 20 (in hospital) of Harmby, Nr. Leyburn (late of Sunderland). Vivyan (nee Sutton), aged 90 years. Beloved wife of the late Jim Machin, dearly loved mother of Jane and Moir and a very dear mother-in-law and grandma. Funeral service at St. Michael and All Angel's Church, Spennithorne on Tuesday April 1, at 11.00 a.m. followed by private cremation. No flowers please, donations if desired to be shared between church funds and The Friary Hospital, Richmond (plate in church). Friends please meet at the church.

MARSDEN March 27, peacefully in hospital, of The Gardens Care Home, Darlington. Elsie in her 100th year. Beloved wife of the late John, dearly loved mother of Pat and Roger mother-in-law of Donald and Anthea, much loved grandma of Tim and Helen and great-grandma of Elizabeth, Victoria, Joe and Elise. Funeral Thursday, April 3. Friends please meet for service in Elm Ridge Methodist Church at 10.30 a.m., followed by private cremation.

McDOUGALL Dave, aged 67 years, of Barnard Castle. Peacefully, in hospital on March 17 after a short illness. Dearly loved husband of June, much loved dad of Sean and Sharon and a devoted grandad to Jamie and Robert. Funeral service in St. Mary's R.C. Church, Barnard Castle on Thursday March 27 at 10.45 a.m. followed by cremation at Darlington. Friends please meet at the church.

McLONE March 22 (peacefully, in hospital) of Trimdon Village. James Peter (Jim), aged 82 years. Korean War and WW2 Veteran, received 40th anniversary of The Korean War Commemorative Medal. A dear friend of Dorothy, Ted and family. Friends please meet for service on Tuesday April 1, at St Mary Magdalene Church, Trimdon Village at 1.30 p.m. followed by interment in Trimdon Grange Cemetery. Your happy smile, your heart of gold are the memories we all forever shall hold.

MILLER March 21 (in hospital), of Bowburn. Stella, aged 74 years. Devoted wife of the late Billy, a much loved sister of Joy and Alan, a treasured aunt of Tania and Keith, Tracey and Alan, Adrian and Fran, also a loved great-aunt. Would friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday April 1, at 11.30 a.m.

MOORE On March 21, in hospital after a long illness borne with great courage and dignity. Bill, aged 68 years, of Croft Terrace, Coundon. Husband of the late Hazel, father of Ann, Marie and Graeme, grandfather of Edward and loving partner of Rosemary. Bill was President of Coundon Cricket Club and a well known sports and general knowledge competition quiz setter. Cortege leaving Broomside, Ferryhill at 10.30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 1 for a service and committal at Durham Crematorium at 11.00 a.m., followed by a meeting of friends at Coundon Cricket Club.

MORGAN (Croxdale) March 22 (peacefully, at home). Carole, aged 47 years. A loving mam of Kimberly, James and Christopher, also a dear sister of Marie and Angela. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Monday March 31, at 3.30 p.m. Sadly missed by all her family and friends.

MUDD March 11, suddenly, of Staindrop. Stuart, aged 59 years, who will be missed and remembered by his family, friends, colleagues and all who knew him. Please meet for service in St. Mary's Church, Staindrop at 2.00 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, followed by interment in Staindrop Cemetery.

NANN (nee Bee) On March 20, peacefully after a short illness, of Darlington. Sylvia, dearly loved wife of the late Kevin and a much loved mother and grand-mother. Funeral Friday, March 28. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 2.15 p.m.

NEWBURY On March 25, suddenly, at 28 Prince Charles Avenue, Bowburn. Tony, aged 64 years, a dearly loved husband of Pat, a dear dad of Gary and the late Wendy, also a dear grandad and father-in-law. Friends please meet for service at Bowburn Methodist Church on Wednesday, April 2 at 1.45 p.m. Cremation to follow.

ORTON On March 24 (after an illness borne with great courage), of Newton Aycliffe (formerly of Woodside). Dennis, aged 82 years (ex Shildon Shops) most dearly loved and devoted husband of Belle (Isabelle), a much loved dad of Carolyn and father-in-law of Martin, a cherished and proud grandad of Simon and Richie, dearest brother of the late John Joseph also a very dear brother- in-law, cousin, uncle and friend to many. Funeral Monday, April 7. Would friends please meet 12.00 noon for service at St. Clare's Church, Newton Aycliffe, followed by interment in Witton Park Cemetery. Neighbours and friends and all who knew Dennis are welcome to join the family afterwards at Newton Aycliffe British Legion.

OTTERWELL March 15 (peacefully, in hospital), of Coundon. Dorothy, aged 79 years, beloved wife of the late Joseph, dearly loved mam of David and Neil, dear mother-in-law of Sharon and the late Greta and a much loved sister-in-law, aunt and friend. Friends please meet for service at St. James' Church Coundon on Friday, March 28 at 9.30 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Donations if so desired to St. James' Church Funds.

PETERS Vera March 20, in hospital. Vera, aged 79 years, of Selby (formerly of Barnard Castle) dearly loved wife of the late Rue, a dear mother of Steven and mother-in-law of Glenis and also a dear grandma of Laura, Robert and Barry. Funeral service and committal will take place on Monday, March 31 at 11.30 a.m. at Thorpe Willoughby Church near Selby.

PHILLIPS On March 24, of Crook. Mary (nee Stevenson), aged 57 years, a dearly loved wife of John, much loved and loving mam of Sally and Christopher, grandma to Evie, mother -in-law to Mark, also a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunty. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 1.30 p.m. on Monday, March 31. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to Ward 3, University Hospital of North Durham. A plate is provided at the Crema torium.

POTTER March 27, peacefully, at The Grange Nursing Home, Bedale. Jean, aged 86 years, beloved wife of the late Tom, a much loved mother of Derek, Mike, Steve and Libby, devoted gran of Helen, Jen, Julie, Sarah and Jonathan, also a very dear great-gran, sister and aunt. Funeral service to be held at St. Lawrence Church, Kirby Sigston on Wednesday, April 2 at 2.00 p.m. Friends please meet at Church.

PROUDFOOT Wilfred, born and raised in Shildon, sadly passed away on March 12, 2008, aged 69 years. Will be brought home for burial in Shildon Cemetery on Thursday, March 27 at 12.00 noon. He will be at the Chapel of Rest in Shildon from Wednesday afternoon for people to pay their last respects to him. Enquiries to: Bishop Auckland Co-operative Funeralcare, Fylands House, Tindale Crescent, Bishop Auck-land, County Durham DL14 9AS. Tel: (01388) 603525. Please note change of date for the funeral service.

RAILTON March 25 (peacefully, in hospital), formerly of Crosby Street, Darlington. Violet, aged 84 years. Dear sister to the late Thomas and Norman, a much loved aunt to Ann, Thomas, Michael and the late Keith, also a dearly loved great-aunt and great-great-aunt. Funeral Wednesday April 2. Would friends please meet 10.15 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. Any further information please contact: Co-operative Funeralcare, Darlington. Tel: (01325) 463203.

RILEY March 26 (peacefully, at home) in Sudburn Avenue, Staindrop. Ethel (formerly Wilson, nee Hall) aged 98 years. Beloved wife of the late Gordon, a dearly loved mother of Margaret, Dorothy, Michael and Jayne, also a much loved mother-in-law, grandma, great-grandma and sister. Funeral Thursday April 3. Friends please meet for service in St. Mary's Church, Staindrop at 2.30 p.m. followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium Family flowers only please. Donations may be sent for The Childrens Society, c/o, Seaton Leng and Son Limited., Bondgate, Darlington. DL3 7JR.

ROBINSON (Gilesgate Moor) March 18, peacefully in his sleep. Jack, aged 95 years. Funeral to take place on Friday, March 28. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium at 10.00 a.m.

SCOTT Gordon Dearly beloved father to Fiona and Jane, father-in-law and friend to Paul and Graham, doting and devoted grandad to Craig and Daniel and step-grandad to Joshua and Faye. Sadly missed by all of us but gone to walk Napoleon.

SCOTT March 20 (peacefully), of Shildon. Margaret Annis (nee Kitching), aged 77 years, a dearly beloved wife of Raymond, much loved mam of Peter and mother-in-law of Patsy, also a cherished, loving grandma of Sophie and Alexander. Sadly missed. Goodnight, God Bless. Would friends please meet for a service in the Crematorium Chapel at Durham on Thursday, April 3 at 10.00 a.m. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the NHS (Bishop Auckland General Hospital). Thank you to all those who helped make Margaret more comfortable over the past year.

SCOTT March 25, peacefully, of Darlington. Gordon aged 78 years, husband of Heather, father of Fiona and Jane and grandfather of Craig and Daniel. Funeral Friday, April 4. Friends please meet for service in All Saints Church, Blackwell at 12.30 p.m., followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be sent for St. Teresa's Hospice, The Woodlands, Woodland Road, Darlington DL3 7UA.

SIMPSON March 20, of Chilton. Lorna, aged 86 years. Beloved wife of the late Jack, loving mother of Pat, John, Les and the late Geoff, much loved nana and great-nana. Friends please meet for service at Windlestone Methodist Chapel on Wednesday April 2, at 9.40 a.m.

SIMPSON On March 20 (peace-fully, in Sedgefield Community Hospital), of Chilton. Joseph (Joe), aged 89 years, a devoted uncle of David, Carol and Pat and much loved friend of many. Friends please meet for service at Windlestone Methodist Chapel on Tuesday April 1 at 9.40 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only.

SMITH Alan, aged 43 years, (died suddenly in Saudi Arabia) of West Yorkshire, formerly of Sunnybrow. Particulars later.

SMITH March 24, in hospital, of Joseph Hopper Terrace, West Cornforth. Gladys (nee Hebdon), aged 83 years, dearly loved wife of the late Bill, a dear mam of Linda and mother-in-law of Eric. Cortege leaving residence at 10.05 a.m. on Wednesday, April 2 for a service in the Holy Trinity Church at 10.15 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crema-torium.

SMITH On March 24 (suddenly, after many illnesses bravely borne) of Church Hill, Crook. Francis James (Frank), aged 61 years, beloved son of the late Mary and Frank Smith, most dearly loved brother of Kathleen, Celia, Maureen and Anne, brother-in-law of David and a precious uncle and great-uncle also a good friend to many. Will be received into the Church of Our Lady Immaculate and St. Cuthbert's R.C. Crook at 7.00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 1, followed by Requiem Mass at 12.00 noon on Wednesday, April 2. Interment in St. Cuthbert's Cemetery. May he rest in the peace of the risen Lord.

SPAULL March 22 (peacefully), of Southwoods Nursing Home, Northallerton, formerly of Sowerby, Thirsk. Rose, aged 89 years, a beloved wife of the late Doug, a loving mother of Susan, mother -in-law to Arthur, nanna to Lee, Michele and Ian and a great-nanna. The funeral service will be held at St Oswald's Church, Sowerby on Tuesday April 1 at 11.00 a.m., followed by inter-ment.

STEPHENSON Nancy, aged 84 years, peacefully, at home on March 24, of Crawleas, Leasingthorne. Beloved wife of the late Arthur, a dearly loved mother of Susan, John and the late Linda, a dear mother-in-law and a much loved grandmother and great-grandmother. A private committal will take place at Durham Crematorium Monday, followed by a Service of Remembrance at St. John's Church, Kirk Merrington at 10.30 a.m. Friends please meet at church. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Church Funds.

STEPHENSON Nancy, aged 84 years, peacefully, at home on March 24, of Crawleas, Leasingthorne. Beloved wife of the late Arthur, a dearly loved mother of Susan, John and the late Linda, a dear mother-in-law and a much loved grandmother and great-grandmother. A private committal will take place at Durham Crematorium Monday followed by a Service of Remembrance at St. John's Church, Kirk Merrington at 10.30 a.m. Friends please meet at church. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Church Funds.

STUBBS March 21 (after a long illness borne with patience and dignity). John George (Jack) aged 80 years, of Shildon. Beloved husband of Sylvia, devoted father of John-Andrew, Trudy and the late Paul. Will friends please meet for service in St. John's Church, Shildon at 10.45 a.m. on Friday March 28, followed by interment in Shildon Cemetery.

TAYLOR March 18, suddenly in hospital. George, aged 85 years, of The Stray, Darlington. Dearly loved husband of Jean, loving father of Christine, dear father-in-law of David, also a devoted grandad of Joanne and Oliver. Funeral service Friday, March 28 at Darlington Crematorium 10.15 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to The Dogs Trust care of the family.

THOMPSON John Cecil, aged 95 years. Peacefully in hospital on March 24, of The Millings, Bedale (formerly of Stoneridge, Patrick Brompton). Dearly loved husband of the late Betty and a very dear father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral service and interment at St. Patrick's Church, Patrick Brompton on Wednesday April 2, at 2.00 p.m. Friends please meet at the church.

THOMPSON March 21, peacefully, at Abbotts Court, Wheatley Hill. Margaret (Maggie), aged 94 years, formerly of Thornley, dearly loved wife of the late Thomas, loving mother of George, Alan, Margaret, Ann and Thomas, dearest mother-in-law of June, Janet, Graham, David and Gail, a devoted nana and great-nana, also a loving sister of Jean and Tommy and sister-in-law of Jean. Funeral service Monday, March 31 at Thornley Methodist Church 1.15 p.m., prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium.

TORR On March 26, of Bishop Auckland. William Cecil (Bill), aged 80 years, dearly loved husband of Kathleen, a much loved dad of Carol and Colin, father-in-law to David and Paula also devoted grandad of Ryan and Kyle. Will friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church at 2.00 p.m. on Wednesday April 2, followed by cremation at Durham.

TROW March 25, peacefully at home with his family, after a long illness. Thomas (Tom), aged 51 years, of Bishop Auckland formerly of Willing-ton. Beloved husband of Julie, a devoted dad of Richard also a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in St. Mary's R.C. Church Bishop Auckland at 10.30 a.m. on Wednesday April 2, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be given to the Butterwick Hospice.

TURNER March 22, (suddenly) of Eldon Lane. Maureen, aged 74 years. Beloved wife of the late John, devoted mam of Robert, Eric, David, Lorraine, Maurice, Tracy, Catherine and Thomas, a dear mother-in-law, much loved nana, gran and great-gran, also a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Will friends please meet for service in St. Mark's Church, Eldon at 1.00 p.m. on Friday March 28 followed by interment.

URWIN March 25, peacefully, at 125 Devonshire Road, Belmont. Reuben, aged 73 years, dearly loved husband of the late Joan a dear dad, grandad, great-grandad and father-in-law. Friends please meet for service at Carrville Methodist Church on Monday, March 31 at 2.15 p.m. Cremation to follow. Afterwards all welcome to Durham City Football Club, Belmont. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to Cancer Research UK c/o the family.

WALKER Ian, a dear brother-in-law who will be sadly missed. Christine, John, Michael, Mary and family.

WALKER Ian, a much loved uncle. Sadly missed, always remembered. Bev, Craig, Jack and Joseph.

WALKER March 25 (suddenly, in hospital), of West Auck-land. Ian, aged 53 years, beloved husband of the late Marion, devoted dad of Jon Christopher, a dear son, brother and uncle. Would family and friends please meet for service in St. Helen's Parish Church on Tuesday April 1 at 12.15 pm, followed by interment in West Auckland Ceme-tery.

WARD March 25, suddenly, of Shildon. Linda, aged 51 years, beloved partner of Timothy Martin, a much loved mam, step-mam, grandma, sister and aunt, also a very good friend. Will friends please meet for service in St. John's Church, Shildon at 12.00 noon on Thursday, April 3, followed by interment at Shildon Cemetery.

WILSON Newton Hall March 23, peacefully at Ely Road. Betty, aged 89 years, dearly loved wife of the late Mark, a dear mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and mother-in-law. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Thursday, March 27 at 10.30 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to Cancer Research U.K. care of Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Giles-gate. Durham.

WOOD Norman Ralph, of Richmond, died peacefully on March 21, aged 98 years, much loved husband of the late Belle, step-father of Sheila, Alan and Susan, step-father-in-law of Louise, Maurice and the late Albert, also a fond step-grandfather of Colin, Christine, Dawn, Shirley, Sharon, Barbara, Lynn and Mark. In accordance with Norman's wishes there will be a Humanist Ceremony at Darlington Crematorium on Friday, March 28 at 11.45 a.m. Friends please meet at the Crematorium Chapel. Family flowers only please, if desired donations may be given on the plate provided at the Crematorium Chapel for The Great North Air Ambulance.

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