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ALLANSON April 16, peacefully in hospital, of Shildon. Jean, aged 88 years, beloved wife of the late Eric Allanson, loving mother of Barbara, Brenda, Dorothy, John and Judith, a much loved mother-in-law, also a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother. Will friends please meet for service in St. John's Church, Shildon at 9.45 a.m. on Wednesday, April 23, followed by cremation at Darlington. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory may be made to St. John's Church or to the Talking Newspaper Association of the U.K., National Recording Centre, Heathfield, East Sussex, TN21 8BD.

ANDERSON April 15 (peacefully, in hospital), of Bishop Auckland, formerly of Shildon. Doreen (nee Spooner), aged 81 years, beloved wife of the late Jacky, loving mam of Pat, Carol, Chris, Susan and Paul, also a dear mother-in-law and devoted nana and great-nana. Would friends please meet for a service in St. Anne's Church, Bishop Auckland on Thursday, April 24 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in Rosemount Cemetery.

ATKINSON On April 14, peacefully, at Riverside View Care Home, Darlington (born in 1919 in Mickleton, latterly of Elton Road). Dorothy, twin sister of the late Joan, aunt of John and great-aunt of Joanna. Funeral Friday, April 18. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 9.15 a.m.

ATKINSON On April 10 (suddenly at home in Darlington). Philip Herbert, aged 66 years. Funeral service on Wednesday, April 23, 1.45 p.m. at Darlington Crematorium.

BARBER Elsie, aged 79 years, on April 12, as she wished, died peacefully at home in Brompton-on-Swale, after a courageous fight, formerly of Bargate, Richmond. Very much loved wife of Tom, treasured by daughter Pam, devoted son-in-law Jack and everloving grandsons Matthew and Nathan. Funeral service in St. Mary's Church, Richmond on Monday, April 21 at 1.30 p.m., followed by private cremation. Friends please meet at the church. No flowers by request. Donations, if desired, for the NSPCC may be sent to John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ. Greatly missed but now at peace.

BENNETT April 5, at The Grange Nursing Home, Darlington. Margaret, aged 86 years, Funeral service on Tuesday April 22, Darlington Crematorium at 2.45 p.m.

BENSON April 17, in hospital, of Littleburn Lane, Langley Moor. June (nee Kitching), aged 57 years, beloved wife of the late Alan, a much loved mam of Darren and his partner Debra and will be sadly missed by all the family. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass in St Patrick's R.C. Church, Langley Moor on Wednesday, April 23 at 9.30 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given after the service for the Motor Neurone Disease Association. Friends welcome for refreshments at The Station, Langley Moor afterwards. On whose soul sweet Jesus have mercy. R.I.P

BILLINGS April 17, suddenly, after a short illness. Geoff, aged 75 years, of Bedale, beloved husband of Joyce, a loving dad and grandad of Dawn and Craig. Funeral service and interment to be held at St. Gregory's Church, Bedale on Wednesday, April 23 at 11.00 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for Yorkshire Air Ambul-ance.

BLOWER On April 11, peacefully, in hospital, of Barton (formerly of Croft on Tees). Eric, aged 77 years, a dearly beloved husband of Sheila and a much loved dad, grandfather and brother. Funeral Tuesday, April 22. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium 11.15 a.m.

BOWMAN April 5 (suddenly but peacefully in hospital). Kenneth John (Jimmy), of Garthorne Avenue, Darlington. Dearly loved husband of Sylvia for 53 years, much loved dad of Peter and Sarah and Andrew and Wendy, very special grandad of Eleanor, Matthew, Laura and Emily and also a special brother, uncle and friend. Funeral to take place on Wednesday April 16 at 1.00 p.m. in Elm Ridge Methodist Church, Carmel Road South, followed by private cremation. No flowers by request please. Donations if desired may be sent for St. Teresa's Hospice care of Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington DL3 9EL. Tel: (01325) 482999.

BRADLEY nee Dowson April 11, peacefully in hospital, of Rosemary Court, Darlington. Betty, dearly loved wife of the late Brad, much loved mum of Diane and Paul and a dearly beloved sister of Olive and Elsie. Funeral Monday, April 21. Friends please meet for service in St. John's Church at 1.30 p.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to St. John's Church.

BROWN (nee Oxley) On Tuesday, April 15, peacefully. Maud, aged 89 years, of Norton, formerly of Nightingale Road, Eston and Darling ton. Much loved wife of the late Harry, a dearly loved mam of Valerie, Pamela, Jeffrey, Maur-een and Malcolm, a dear mam-in-law of Dave, a cherished grandma of Tracy, Jonathan, Katie, Owen, Amy, Richard, Jason, Laura, Nikie, Sandie, Ashley and Martin also a treasured great-grandma of Sian and Nathan. Funeral service and cremation to take place on Friday, April 25 at 11.15 a.m. in St. Hilda's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium. Friends please meet at the Crematorium Chapel. Family flowers only by request. Donations in lieu if so desired to the Make A Wish Foundation. A donation box will be provided at the Crematorium Chapel.

BROWN Colin Robert (Electrical Contractor), aged 78 years, of Brompton-on-Swale, died suddenly at home on April 16. Dearly loved husband of Eileen, much loved father of Graham, Alan, Pam and Adrian and a dear father-in-law and loving grandad. Funeral service at St. Paul's Church, Brompton-on-Swale on Friday April 25 at 1.30 p.m., followed by private cremation. Friends please meet at the Church. No flowers please, if desired donations for the British Heart Foundation or the RSPCA may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

CHADFIELD Keith April 12 (in hospital), of Fairfield, Stockton (formerly of Middleton St. Geroge). Keith, aged 65 years. Dearly loved husband of Christine, much loved dad of Steven and Andrew, dear father-in-law of Shelly and Claire and treasured grandad of Jack and Sam. Funeral Friday April 18. Friends please meet for service in St. Bede's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium at 10.00 am. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired for, Arythmia Research (charity) c/o, Dr. Janet McCombe, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle Upon Tyne. NE7 7DN.

COATES April 13 (peacefully) in Sowerby House Nursing Home. Jim, aged 78 years. Beloved husband of the late Nancy, a dearly loved dad of John, Peter and Trish, a much loved grandad and great-grandad. Will friends please meet for service in St. Oswald's Church, Sowerby on Tuesday May 6, at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for RAFA.

CONNELLY (nee Ascough) Eileen died peacefully at home, Barnard Castle, on April 17 after a short illness bravely borne. Beloved wife of Dennis and much loved mother of Pauline. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday, April 24 at 10.15 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given in the Crematorium Chapel to Cancer Research UK (Teesdale).

COOPER Janie, (nee Thwaites), aged 83 years, died peacefully in hospital, April 11. Service at St Michael's and All Angel Church, Hetton Lyons, Easington Lane on Monday, April 21 at 12.15pm followed by interment at Hetton-le-Hole cemetery at 1pm.

COOPER On April 15, suddenly at 21 Cliff Drive, Leyburn. David, aged 66 years, beloved husband of Sheila, dearly loved father of Gary, Ursula and Tara and a very dear father-in-law and grandad. Funeral service at St. Matthew's Church, Leyburn on Wednesday, April 23 at 1.00 p.m., followed by committal at West Cemetery Crematorium, Darlington at 2.15 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to be shared between Church Funds and Brentwood Lodge (plate in church). Friends please meet at the church.

COVERDALE On April 13, suddenly at home, The Greenway, Middleton St George. Colin, aged 57 years, dearly loved husband of Patricia and a much loved dad of Peter. Funeral Tuesday, April 22. Friends please meet for service in St. Laurence Church, Middleton St George at 12.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium.

COWAN Darlington Gordon aged 81 years, peacefully on April 15, in Grosvenor Park Nursing Home, formerly of Coronation Bakery, Victoria Road, Darlington. Dearly loved brother of Dorothy, dear brother-in-law of Harold and a treasured uncle of Mark, Julia and Christian. Funeral Wednesday, April 23. Would friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 11.45 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, may be sent for the Great North Air Ambulance Service, care of Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington, DL3 9EL. Tel. (01325) 482999.

COX Richard. Gentle Jesus up above, please give our great-grandad a big hug. Love from Christopher, Abbie and Ellie xxx

COX April 15, of Chandos Street, Darlington. Richard Lewis (Dick), aged 85 years, dearly loved husband of the late Gladys, much loved dad of Kathleen, Susan and Sheila and a dear father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. Funeral Wednesday, April 23. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 11.15 a.m. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, may be sent for the British Heart Foundation, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

CRAGGS On April 16, peacefully, in her sleep, at Portland House, Willington. Elizabeth, aged 96 years, a dearly loved sister of Olive, also a much loved and loving aunt and great-aunt. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Friday, April 25 at 10.30 a.m.

CROWE On April 11, of Trimdon Village (former Matron of Moor Grange, Spennymoor). Ellen (Ella, nee Reed), aged 85 years, a dearly beloved wife of Bob and a much loved mam and grandma. Friends please meet on Friday, April 18 at 1.00 p.m. for service at St. Mary Magdalene Church, Trimdon Village, cremation to follow at Durham Crematorium. No flowers by request. Donations to Butterwick Children's Hospice. Enquiries to Ivan Cochrane Funeral Directors. Tel. (01429) 883883.

CUMMINS Edith Constance (Connie), died peacefully on April 12 in The Grange, Bedale, formerly of Kirk House and Londonderry, aged 104 years. Beloved wife of the late Robert, a dearly loved mother of Edna, a dear mother-in-law of Philip, much loved nana of Gary and Carol and a proud great-grandma of Georgia and Natasha, a dear cousin of James. Would friends please meet for a service and interment at All Saints' Parish Church, Northallerton on Tuesday April 22 at 1.30 p.m.

CURRIE April 14 (peacefully, in hospital), of Manor Way, Peterlee. Mary, aged 78 years. Beloved wife of the late Charles, devoted mam of David, Alison and Paul, a treasured grandma, also a sadly missed sister. Would friends please meet for service at Our Lady Star of The Sea R.C. Church, Horden on Thursday April 24, at 10.00 a.m. prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations to Cancer Research.

CURRY Formerly of Aged Miners Homes, Bearpark on April 15. Emily, aged 96 years. Beloved wife of the late George, devoted mam of Ron and the late Vera, dear mother-in-law of Sandra and the late Fred, a much loved gran, great-gran, loving sister and sister-in-law. Friends please meet at Bearpark Methodist Chapel on Friday April 18, for service at 3.10 p.m. Cremation to follow at Durham. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if so desired to Cancer Research U.K. c/o, 4 Briar Avenue, Horden, Peterlee. SR8 4PL. Enquiries to, Kenneth Taylor Funeral Director, The Avenue, Seaham. Tel: (0191) 5817388.

DALLEN April 10 (peacefully, in hospital) of Trimdon Village. Fred, aged 86 years. Loving husband of the late Esther, a much loved father, father-in-law, grandad and brother-in-law. Friends please meet at St. Mary Magdalene Church, Trimdon Village on Friday April 18, at 10.15 a.m. followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to, Sedgefield Community Hospital, Willer Unit c/o, Susan.

DANIEL Clarence Alwyn (Clarrie). On April 15, peacefully in Malton Hospital, after an illness courageously borne, aged 83 years. Loving husband of the late Lilian, much loved father of David and Maurice and a dear father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. Funeral service and cremation at Octon (YO25 3BL) on Friday, April 25 at 12.00 noon. Family flowers, but donations, if desired, for Friends of Malton Hospital.

DEAN April 7 (suddenly abroad). Kenneth, aged 56 years, of Estoril Road South, Darlington. Dear son of Frederick William and the late Betty, loving father to the late Baby John, a much loved nephew and cousin, also a dear friend of Mardie. Funeral Thursday, April 24. Would friends please meet 12.30 p.m. for service at St. John's Church, Darlington, followed by interment in the North Cemetery. A reception will be held afterwards at Darlington Rugby Club, everyone is welcome. All floral tributes to be sent to Co-operative Funeral-care, 50 St. Cuthbert's Way, Darlington.

DENT (nee Ward) April 10, suddenly at home, of Romanby. Irene, aged 79 years, beloved wife of the late Ernest, loving mother of Jonathan. Funeral service to be held at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday, April 17 at 10.45 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the British Heart Foundation.

DOBSON On April 13, suddenly at home, of Whinfield, Darlington. Jackie, wife to Alan, a much loved mam to Kelly, Sam-antha, Adam and Benjamin, also a devoted nanna to Robbie and Owen. Funeral Tuesday, April 22. Would friends please meet 12.30 p.m. for service at St. John's Church, Darlington, followed by interment in the East Cemetery, Darlington.

DOBSON On April 13, suddenly at home, of Whinfield, Darlington. Jacqueline, aged 46 years, beloved daughter of Audrey and Gordon, loving sister of Karen, Deborah and Mark, also a fond aunt. Was much loved and will be very sadly missed.

DOBSON April 15, peacefully in hospital. Stan, aged 89 years, of Eden Road, Newton Aycliffe, formerly of Aycliffe Village. A dearly loved husband of the late Miriam, a loving brother of Edna, a dear brother-in-law of Roy and Etty, also a much loved uncle and great-uncle. Funeral Friday, April 25. Would friends please meet 10.30 a.m. for service and burial at St. Andrew's Church, Aycliffe Village.

DOBSON On April 8, in hospital, of Northallerton, Jeanne M., aged 80 years, widow of John Dobson and mother of Peter and Roger. Funeral service at All Saints' Church, Northallerton on Friday, April 18 at 10.30 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations, if wished, may be given for Age Concern, Northallerton, c/o Barthram Funeral Service, 47 South Parade, Northallerton, DL7 8SG.

DODDS Robert James, aged 95 years, died peacefully at Kings Court Care Home, Barnard Castle on April 18. A much loved father and grandfather. Cremation private.

DOHERTY Marie April 10 (in hospital). Dearly loved wife of the late Jack, much loved mother of Sheila, Peter, Pat and Chris, dear mother-in-law of Bernard and Pauline, also a special gran and great-gran. Requiem Mass in St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Norton, Thursday April 17, at 1.00 p.m. prior to interment at Oxbridge Cemetery. Friends please meet at church. Enquiries and floral tributes to, Crake and Mallon Funeral Service, 45 Norton Road, Stockton. Tel: (01642) 611716. Rest in Peace and Joy.

DOVER April 10, in hospital, of Witton Gilbert, Durham. Ronald F.Y. formerly of Holmes Bakery, aged 92 years, a dearly loved brother of Marjorie and the late Douglas, a dear uncle of Linda and Melvyn, also a dear great-uncle. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass at St. Michael's Church, Witton Gilbert on Wednesday, April 16 at 1.00 p.m. Cremation to follow. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to the British Heart Foundation c/o Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Langley Park, Durham.

ELLISON (Sacriston) On April 16, peacefully in hospital. Kathleen, aged 81 years, a loving mam, also a dear gran and great-gran. Friends please meet for service at St. Peter and St. John Church, Sacriston on Wednesday, April 23 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in Sacriston Cemetery.

ERRINGTON Peacefully in hospital on April 11, of Wingate. Molly, aged 90 years, much loved wife of the late Billy, precious mam of David and Nicola, a loving nana to Craig, also a loving sister of Irene. Funeral service to take place on Thursday at Holy Trinity Church, Wingate at 11.15 a.m., prior to cremation at Hartlepool. Friends please meet at church.

EVANS Like a father to me, I will sadly miss you. Always in my thoughts. Rest in peace, Mark.

EVANS On April 16 (peacefully), of Crook. Ernie, aged 91 years, dearly loved husband of the late Sarah and much loved dad of Lynne, Jeanne and the late Denise, a much loved grandad and great-grandad, also a dear brother of Marjery. Will be greatly missed. Friends please meet for a service in the Crematorium Chapel at Durham at 10.00 a.m. on Friday April 25. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired may be made for Cancer Research. Collection plate provided at the Crematorium.

FERRIES My darling Pat, I love you so much. Donald.

FERRIES On April 16 (in hospital), of Leam Lane, Stockton and formerly of Grinton in Swaledale. Pat (nee Barton), aged 63 years, darling wife of Donald, very dear mum of Yvonne and Daniel, treasured mother-in-law of Phil and loving nana of Hannah and Penny. Funeral service to be held at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday, April 24 at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only please, however donations in memory of Pat, if so desired, may be given for and sent to the Butterwick Hospice Care, Middlefield Road, Stockton-on-Tees, TS19 8XN or given at the service. Will friends please meet at the crematorium and accept this intimation.

FERRIES Thanks for everything you have done for me, I couldn't have wished for a better Mum. You will always be in my thoughts. Love Daniel.

FERRIES You are our best friend and the best nana in the world. We'll miss you loads. Love, Hannah and Penny.

FREEMAN On April 10, peacefully in hospital, of Mill Lane, Sherburn Village. Ellen (Nellie) nee Kell, aged 81 years, beloved wife of Arthur, dearest mam of Gordon, mother-in-law of Gina, will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Thursday, April 17 at 10.00 a.m.

GARGETT April 13, peacefully at home after a short illness bravely borne. Hannah, aged 84 years, beloved wife of the late Ray, precious mam of Yvonne, Judith, Craig and the late Carol, mother-in-law to Alan, nanna to Glen and Chloe. Will friends please meet for service at St. Helen's Church at 1.00 p.m. on Friday, April 18, followed by interment in West Auckland Cemetery.

GENT April 10, of Crook. Eva, aged 89 years, beloved wife of the late Tom, much loved mam of Christine, Sheila, David and Brian, a dear mother-in-law, also a loving grandmother and great-grandma. A service for family is to be held in Durham Crematorium at 10.30 a.m. on Friday, April 18 followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for her life at 11.30 a.m. in the St. Andrew's United Methodist Church, Crook on Friday, April 18. Family flowers only. Donations in memory may be left in church for the church funds.

GLASPER April 13, of Dovedale Avenue, Sunnybrow. Tom, aged 85 years, beloved husband of the late Lily and also a dear uncle. Friends please meet for service at St. Stephen's Church, Willington on Monday, April 21 at 10.30 a.m., interment to follow.

GOUNDRY On April 14 (peacefully), of Byers Green. Olive (nee Cairns), aged 76 years, beloved wife of the late Jake, dearly loved mam of Stephen and Brenda, Lynne and Cliff, Barry and Karen and the late Dennis, also a devoted gran of David, Craig, Vicky, Liam and Emily. Friends please meet for service in Byers Green Methodist Chapel on Wednesday, April 23 at 2.40 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to go to Byers Green Methodist Chapel. At peace with her husband and son. God Bless

GUY Brenda (nee Riley) died peacefully, at home on April 13, aged 64 years. Widow of Alan, mother of Emma and Lucy. Brenda's funeral service will take place at Wymeswold Methodist Church on Monday April 21 at 11.30 a.m. Flowers or donations (and cheques payable) to LOROS c/o G. Gamble and Sons (Quorn) Ltd., 101A Meeting Street, Quorn, Leics. LE12 8AQ. Tel: (01509) 415415.

HALLS On April 15, peacefully in hospital, of Brompton. Anthony James, a dearly loved husband of Anne, loving father, step-father and grandad. Funeral service to take place in All Saints' Church Northallerton on Tuesday April 22 at 3.00 p.m., followed by interment and afterwards at the RAFA Club.

HAMILTON Ada (nee Davison) April 15, in hospital of Lauren Court, Easington Village. Ada aged 81 years dearly beloved wife of James, much loved mam of Linda, James, Marie and David, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted nanna and great-nanna, also a loving sister. Cremation Sunderland Crematorium Monday, April 21. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for Requiem Mass at Easington Colliery R.C. Church at 10.15 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Cancer Research c/o son Jimmy. All enquiries to East Durham Funeral Service. Tel (0191) 5864322.

HANLON April 9, suddenly, of Lime Road, Ferryhill. Thomas Smith, aged 71 years, dearly loved partner of Milly and a much loved father of Karen, brother of Mary, Margaret and Vincent. Cortege leaving residence at 9.50 a.m. on Friday, April 18 for service in All Saints' R.C. Church, Ferryhill at 10.00 a.m., followed by interment at East Cemetery, Geneva Road, Darlington at 11.00 a.m. R.I.P.

HARBRON (nee Atkinson) On April 11, peacefully, at The Lawns, Darlington (born in 1919 in Mickleton, latterly of Swaledale Avenue). Joan Elizabeth, dearly loved wife of the late Douglas, much loved mother of John and devoted grandmother of Joanna. Funeral Thursday April 17. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 3.45 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be sent for the Alzheimers Society c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington DL3 7JR.

HARRIS April 10 (peacefully), in Whorlton Grange Residential Care Home, Barnard Castle, (formerly of Stockton-on-Tees). Norman, aged 70 years, beloved husband of the late Ann, a loving father of Catherine and Janet and a much loved and loving grandad of John William. Will friends please meet for service and cremation at Darlington Crematorium on Friday, April 18 at 10.15 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu for the East Shores Boarding Kennels and Cattery Limited may be sent c/o John Wise Funeral Service, 16 Stainton, Barnard Castle, Co. Durham DL12 8RB.

HETHERINGTON Freda (nee Delbridge) aged 80 years, died suddenly in hospital on April 12. Loving wife to her first husband, the late Ronald Walker, dear mother to the late Joan, grandmother to Louise. Dear wife of the late Kenneth Hetherington, loving aunt to Nita, Valerie, David, Eric, Tracey and the late Steven. Funeral service Tuesday, April 22 at Durham Crematorium 12.00 noon. Family flowers only. Donations to British Heart Foundation.

HODGSON Peacefully, in hospital on April 12, of 2 St. Cuthbert's Walk, Langley Moor. Lilian, aged 85 years. Beloved wife of the late Hughie and a loving mother, mother-in-law, gran and great-gran. Friends please meet for service in St. Edmund's Church, Bearpark on Friday April 18, at 10.30 a.m. followed by interment in South Road Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given after the service for St. Edmund's church hall fund.

HODGSON April 13, of Darlington. Sheila, aged 79 years, dearly loved wife of the late Trevor, much loved mum of Anne and David, dear mother-in-law of Ian and Christine and a loving grandma of Daniel. Funeral Monday, April 21. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 11.15 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be sent for Marie Curie Cancer Care, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

HOGGART On April 12, peacefully in Redwell Hills Nursing Home and formerly of Langley Park. Elizabeth, aged 94 years, dearly loved wife of the late George, loving mother of Jack, Ken and Allan, dear mother-in-law of Edith, Yvonne and Gillian and loving grandma, great-grandma and great-great-grandma. Will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Friends please meet for service at All Saints' Church, Langley Park on Friday, April 18 at 11.15 a.m., cremation to follow. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to All Saints' Church, Langley Park.

HOPPER On April 14, peacefully at home, of Raby Road, Ferryhill. Grace, aged 75 years, a much loved and cherished wife of Sidney, also a loving mother, grandmother, mother- in-law, auntie and sister. Sadly missed by all. Would family and friends please meet for service at St. Luke's Church, Ferryhill on Tuesday, April 22 at 11.30 a.m., followed by private interment. Everyone welcome for refreshments at The Masonic Hall. Donations if so desired to Cancer Research.

HUTCHINSON April 5, of Wolsingham (formerly of Crook). Stella, aged 86 years. Widow of David James, mother of Judith, Michael, David and Barbara. Friends please meet for service at St. Mary and St. Stephen Church, Wolsingham on Friday April 18, at 1.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Wolsingham Parish Church please.

INGRAM A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Joan Ingram of Hartburn, Stockton (nee Brown, late of Shildon) will be held at Greens Lane Methodist Church, Hartburn on Friday April 18, at 11.00 a.m.

JAYE April 9, peacefully in hospital, after a long illness bravely borne, of Chilton. Gloria (nee Chapman), aged 49 years, a much loved and cherished wife of Robert, a loving mother of Robert and Lisa, a doting grandmother of Lauren, also a loving daughter, sister, aunty and friend to many. Would family and friends please meet for service at Chilton Sacred Heart R.C. Church on Friday, April 18 at 12.15 p.m., followed by private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, for the Children's Heart Unit Fund at the Freeman Hospital, plate provided at church.

JOHNSON April 15 (passed away peacefully in her sleep) in Barrington Lodge Nursing Home (formerly of Crook). Joyce, aged 68 years. A dearly loved mother of Ann, Norma, David, Colin, Susan and partners, also a cherished nana, great-nana and sister of Edith. Would family and friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday April 24, at 3.45 p.m. Sadly missed by all.

KINGSTON Margaret, (nee Wilkinson), aged 78 years, late of High Butterby Farm, High Shincliffe, Durham. Wife of the late John Alan Kingston, mother of Elizabeth and John and daughter of Jack and Hilda Wilkinson, (late of Moor House Farm, Eaglescliffe). Peacefully on Sunday April 13 at University Hospital, Durham after a long illness. Family and friends please meet at St. Mary The Virgin Church, Shincliffe Village, Durham at 1.30 p.m. Tuesday April 22. Donations in lieu of flowers for Save The Children or The R.S.P.C.A., c/o Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Durham.

KIRTLEY Margaret Eden, aged 84 years, of Bishop Auckland, died peacefully in hospital on April 15. A much loved sister, sister-in-law, aunt and great-aunt. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday, April 24 at 2.15 p.m. Family and close friends please meet at the Crematorium Chapel.

LAVERY On April 13, peacefully, in Defoe Court Nursing Home, Newton Aycliffe (formerly of Middlestone Moor). Isabella (Belle), aged 96 years, wife of the late David, mother of Shirley, Derek and the late Ken. Friends please meet for service at Rosa Street Methodist Chapel, Spennymoor on Wednesday, April 23 at 12.40 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.

LAWLER April 16, died peacefully, surrounded by her family. Vera, aged 70 years of Newton Aycliffe. Devoted wife of John, a dearly loved mam to Julie, June, Debbie, Karen and John, a dear mother-in-law, nana and great-nana, also a loving sister and aunty. Funeral Wednesday, April 23. Would friends please meet 11.30 a.m. for Requiem Mass at St. Mary's R.C. Church, Newton Aycliffe, prior to cremation at Durham. No flowers by request. Donations in lieu if desired to Cancer Research.

LAWSON Peacefully in Sunningdale Lodge Care Centre, Hexham. Joyce Madeline Lawson (nee Armstrong). Wife of the late James William Lawson, died April 8 in her 90th year. Joyce formerly lived in West Hartlepool, Darlington and Middleton-One-Row and her family and friends are invited to her cremation at Darlington Crematorium on Friday April 18, at 2.15 p.m. and afterwards at The Blackwell Grange Hotel, Darlington. Her family would greatly appreciate donations to, The Newcastle Branch of The Alzheimers Society, St Margaret's Centre, Heighley Street, Scotswood, Newcastle Upon Tyne. NE15 6AR. Much loved and greatly missed by daughters Andrea and Jennifer and grandchildren Benjamin and Liz.

LIZUN April 14 (peacefully, in hospital), of Maple Road, Darlington. Win, aged 86 years. Beloved wife of the late Karl, loving mam of Geof, Kate, Marion, Tez, Eddie, Regina and the late Joyce and Patricia, also much loved mother-in-law, nan, great-nan and great-great-nan. Funeral Tuesday April 22. Would friends please meet 10.45 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

LLOYD April 14, peacefully after an illness, of Broom Road, Ferryhill. Susan, aged 53 years, a dearly loved wife of Keith, a much loved mam of Helen and Daniel and a loving daughter and sister and special friend to many. Would friends please meet for service at Ferryhill Methodist Chapel on Thursday, April 24 at 1.10 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, for Cancer Research. A plate will be provided at the Chapel.

LOVETT (nee Thompson) On April 14 (of Ferryhill). Ethel, aged 81 years, beloved wife of the late Ronnie, loving mam of Pauline and Julie, mother-in-law of Gordon, also a much loved nana of Kendra, Simon and partner Joanne. The funeral service will take place on Friday, April 18 at Durham Crematorium at 9.00 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, may be made to Breast Cancer Research (plate at crematorium).

MANNERS April 16, of West Auckland. Irene (nee Hicks), aged 84 years, beloved wife of the late Les, devoted mam of Toni, dear mother-in-law to Stephen, a much loved and loving nana and great-nana, also a dear sister and aunt. Will friends please meet for service in St. Helen's Church at 2.15 p.m. on Thursday, April 24, followed by cremation at Darlington. Family flowers only please.

MARLEY April 14 (peacefully), at Tenlands Nursing Home, Ferryhill. Emily, aged 89 years. Beloved wife of the late Jack, much loved mother of Ken and the late Joan and Sheila and also a loving nana and great-nana. Will friends please meet for service at St. Michael's Church, Bishop Middleham on Tuesday April 22, at 2.00 p.m. followed by cremation at Durham.

MARLEY In loving memory of Emily. Will be sadly missed by her sincere friends Margaret and Don.

MARRINER On April 10, peacefully in Southwoods Nursing Home. Essie, aged 88 years, dearly loved wife of the late Len, loving mother of Sheila and dearest gran to Julie, Peter and the late Sharon, a great-gran to Amy and Joe. Funeral service to take place in All Saints' Church, Northallerton on Thursday, April 17 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment.

MARSHAM Darlington April 15 (peacefully, in hospital), of Trinity Mews. Rhea (formerly Nelson), aged 95 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Eric Marsham and the late Douglas Nelson, a much loved mother of Pat (Australia), devoted grandmother of Judy, David and Andrew, also a dear great-grandmother. Funeral Monday April 21. Would friends kindly meet for service and committal in St. Edwin's Church, High Coniscliffe, 1.00 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations lieu in aid of St. Teresa's Hospice will be accepted by Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington. DL3 9EL. Tel: (01325) 482999.

McCARTHY April 15, peacefully in hospital after a long illness bravely borne, of Middleton St. George. Brian, dearly beloved husband of Mo and sadly missed by family and friends. Funeral private.

McKNIGHT Rita, aged 87 years, peacefully in hospital on April 16 after a short illness. Formerly of Oban Court, Darlington. Dearly loved mum of Elaine and Alison, dear mother-in-law of Dave and the late Mark and a loving grandma of Andrew, Clare, Alex, Ben, Caitlin and Hope. Funeral Wednesday, April 23. Would friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 3.15 p.m.

MITCHELL Darlington April 9, peacefully of Newton Lane. Maureen (nee Ramsay), aged 58 years, dearly loved wife of Alex, much loved mam of Paul, Andrew and Jennifer, a devoted nana to Shane, James, Emily, Maddison and Joshua. Funeral Friday, April 18. Would friends kindly meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 11.15 a.m.

MONCKTON-MILNES April 16, peacefully in hospital, of Hurworth-on-Tees. Jean, aged 83 years, beloved wife of Peter, much loved mother of Peter Alistair and wife Julie, devoted grandmother of Helen and Peter William, dear sister of Mary and aunty of Lynn. Funeral Wednesday, April 23. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 2.45 p.m.

MOORE April 4 (peacefully, in St. Helens Nursing Home, West Auckland) late of Dean Bank, Ferryhill. Jack, aged 91 years. Beloved husband of the late Meg. Would friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Friday April 18 at 10.00 a.m.

NEESAM On April 10 (suddenly at home), of Bishop Auck-land. Paul aged 52 years beloved son of Lily and the late John, a dear brother of Stewart, Janet and Judith, also a very dear uncle. Would friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Monday, April 21 at 1.00 p.m.

NELSON On April 13, peacefully at home in Topcliffe. Anne, dearly loved wife of Christopher, loving mother of David, Mary and Margaret and a dearest gran. Will be sadly missed by all her family. Funeral service to take place at St. Columba's Church, Topcliffe on Thursday, April 17 at 2.00 p.m., followed by interment. Family flowers only but donations, if wished, may be given for the Herriot Hospice Homecare.

NICHOLS April 11, suddenly at home in Northallerton. Ronald, dear husband of Barbara, a loving dad and grandad. Funeral Tuesday, April 22, 1.00 p.m. at Romanby Methodist Church, followed by private cremation at Sunderland.

NICHOLSON April 11, of Taylor Avenue, Bearpark. Ian, aged 49 years, son of the late Billy and Nancy and a dear brother of Jean, Barry and Lynne. Friends please meet for service in St. Edmund's Church, Bearpark on Saturday, April 19 at 10.30 a.m., followed by interment in Ushaw Moor Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given after the service for St. Edmund's Church.

ORD April 13, of Grasmere Grove, Crook. Margaret Elizabeth (nee Raine), aged 77 years, dearly loved mother of Ralph. Friends please meet for service at St. Catherine's Church, Crook on Saturday, April 19 at 12.30 p.m. No flowers by request.

ORMISTON Alice, aged 89 years, formerly of Chester-le-Street, died peacefully at Nightingale Hall Nursing Home, Richmond on April 15. Much loved aunt of Dorothy and family. Funeral service at Durham Crematorium on Thursday, April 24 at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only please. Friends please meet at the Crematorium Chapel.

PARKINSON April 13 (peacefully in Lothian House), of Grayson Road, Spennymoor. Edna (nee Walker), aged 88 years, beloved wife of the late Ken, loving mother to Ian and Denise and treasured gran to Paul and Hayley. Would friends please meet in Trinity Methodist Church, Rosa Street, Thursday for a service at 11.40 a.m., followed by committal at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be left in the collection plate for Church Funds.

PEASE Ian Maurice Aged 81 years of Staindrop. Died peacefully on April 13, after a long illness borne with courage and humour. Beloved husband, father, stepfather, brother, uncle and grandfather of twelve, will be missed greatly by family and friends alike. Private cremation. A service of Thanksgiving will take place at St. John's Church, Ingleton on Monday April 21, at 2.30 p.m. Family flowers only. Any donations to, Jubliee Trust, R.N.L.I. or Missions to Seafarers, c/o, John Blenkiron and Sons, Funeral Directors, 100 Galgate, Barnard Castle. DL12 8BJ.

POTTS (nee Walker) April 9 (in hospital), Shirley, aged 83 years, of Darlington. Beloved wife of the late Ted, a much loved mum of Stephen, a special nana to Ian and Graeme, also a dear mother-in-law, sister and friend. Funeral Monday, April 21. Would friends please meet 1.15 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

RAINE On April 9, peacefully in hospital. Margery, aged 69 years, of Darlington, loving mother of Lesley and nana of Gareth and Dean. Funeral Tuesday, April 22. Would friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 1.45 p.m., prior to cremation.

RICHARDSON April 12 (peacefully, in hospital), of Chilton. Kay (nee Stephens), aged 60 years. A much loved wife of Barry, loving mam of Michael, a dearly loved daughter of Walter and the late Jenny and also a very dear sister and aunt. Would friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Monday April 21, at 3.30 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired to, The British Heart Foundation, a plate will be provided at the crematorium.

RIGG (Newton Hall) Peacefully, in hospital on April 12, aged 75 years. Albert, beloved husband of Catherine, a much loved dad, father-in-law and grandad. Will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Monday, April 21, at 11.00 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to The Stroke Association.

ROTHWELL Mary (nee Benson), aged 87 years, peacefully on April 16, in Hallgarth Nursing Home, formerly of Ushaw Moor. Beloved wife of the late Thomas, loving mother of Linda, Joan and Jim and a dear mother-in-law, grandma and great-grandma. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday, April 22 at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given after the service for Cancer Research U.K. Friends welcome for refreshments at Mount Oswald Manor afterwards.

RYDER April 12, (suddenly, at home) of Chilton. Charles Henry (Chuck), aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Vera Mary and a much loved dad of Jean and David, also father-in-law of Janet, beloved granda and great-granda. Friends please meet for service at Windlestone Methodist Chapel on Tuesday April 22, at 9.40 a.m. followed by cremation at Durham. Chuck will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by all his family and friends.

SCHOFIELD George, of The Sun Inn, Wackerfield, died peacefully at home on April 15. Service at Darlington Crematorium on Monday April 21 at 3.45 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to the Butterwick Hospice.

SEAGRAVE April 10, peacefully at home, Checker Leazes Farm, West Auckland. Ronald (Ronnie), aged 82 years, devoted husband of Bessie, beloved dad of Peter, much loved grandad of Jane, Julie and Elizabeth, loving great-grandad of Ellie-Jane, Annabel, Emily, Lewis and Molly, also dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. A service is to be held in Bishop Auckland Methodist Church at 1.30 p.m. on Thursday, April 17, followed by interment in Witton Park Cemetery. After the church service all are invited to the Manor House Hotel, West Auckland for refreshment.

SHORE Richard William (Dick) died April 9, 2008, at Gracelands Nursing Home. Well known as Stokesley Market Gardener. Funeral service to take place in St. Peter and St. Paul's Parish Church, Stokesley on Friday, April 18 at 3.00 p.m., followed by burial. Would friends kindly meet at church. No flowers please. Donations in lieu to Cancer Research.

SIMPSON April 15 (at home, after a long illness bravely fought), of Byers Green. Joan (nee Thomson), aged 57 years, a much loved and devoted partner of Gordon, dearly loved mam of Owen and Elizabeth, a loving gran to Ella, Megan, Ava and Noah, beloved sister of Bill and Norma and a dear aunt of Lynda and the late Warwick. Would friends please meet in St Peter's Church, Byers Green Monday for a service at 2.00 p.m., followed by committal at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the "MARA Unit Fund" care of Lyne Elliott, Bishop Auckland General Hospital.

SIMPSON April 18, of St. Davids Close, Spennymoor. Emily (nee Stirling), aged 88 years, a dearly loved wife of Bob and a much loved mother of John and Tom. Would friends please meet in St. Luke's Church, Ferryhill, Thursday for a service at 2.15 p.m., followed by committal at Durham Crematorium.

SMITH Connie April 12, peacefully, in Seaview Nursing Home, Saltburn. Constance, aged 90 years, formerly of Middle Moor Farm, Worsall and Station Road, Thirsk. Rest In Peace. Funeral service will take place on Thursday, April 24 at 11.15 a.m. in Darlington Crematorium as requested. Friends please meet at the Crematorium. All flowers welcome.

SMITH April 9, of Darlington, formerly of South Wales. June Elizabeth, aged 75 years, beloved wife of the late Alan, dearly loved mother of David, Tracey and Cheryl, much loved nana and great-grandma, also a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Will friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 10.15 a.m. on Thursday, April 17. Family flowers only. Donations may, if desired, be left at the crematorium for Multiple Sclerosis Research.

SMITH On April 11, peacefully in hospital, Ann Elizabeth, aged 67 years, of Sessay. Dearly loved mother of Jacqueline and Julie, a dear nana of Hannah, Lucy and Kirsty. Much loved sister of Gillian and a dear mother-in-law of Michael and Gary. Funeral service at St. Cuthbert's Church, Sessay, Thursday, April 17 at 1.30 p.m., followed by interment. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired, to St. Monica's Hospital, Easingwold.

SOAKELL April 12 (in hospital) of Shildon. George, aged 82 years, beloved husband of the late Lydia. Would friends please meet for service and cremation at Darlington Crematorium on Monday, April 21 at 10.15 a.m. No flowers by request.

SPECKMAN April 12 (peacefully, in hospital), of Forrest Gate, Wingate. Thomas, aged 79 years. Dearly loved husband of Doreen, devoted father of Stephen, Tommy and Barry, much loved father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. Cortege leaving residence Monday April 21, at 10.30 a.m. Friends please meet at Holy Trinity Church, for service at 10.40 a.m. followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to, The British Heart Foundation.

SPROXTON Margaret, aged 90 years, died peacefully in Richmond on April 9. Beloved wife of Vernon, loving mother of Andrew, Ruth and David. Funeral service at Holy Trinity Church, Tunstall near Catterick on Friday, April 18 at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only please.

STOBBS John Thomas, formerly of Barnard Castle. On April 14, suddenly in hospital, aged 77 years. A much loved husband, dad and granddad. Funeral service and cremation to take place at Darlington Crematorium Tuesday, April 22 at 10.15 a.m. Family flowers only by request.

STRAUGHAN Keith, of Hamsterley, died peacefully in hospital on April 15, aged 56 years, beloved dad of John, Shirley and Vikki, loving and devoted grandad of Daniel, Ashleigh and Charlotte, dearest brother of Margaret, a dear friend of Heather and husband of Janet. Funeral service at St. James' Church, Hamsterley on Wednesday April 23 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment at Hamsterley Cemetery. Friends please meet at Church. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for the Pinfold Medical Centre, Butterknowle may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, 8 Kensington South, Cockton Hill Road, Bishop Auckland, DL14 6JA.

STRICKLAND April 4, 2008. Christina Sinclair, aged 83 years, dearly loved. Service on Wednesday, April 16 at 11.45 am at St Andrew's Church, Church Bank, Stanley DH9. No flowers please.

SUNMAN April 17, peacefully at St. George's Hall, Middleton St. George. Irene, aged 91 years, dearly loved mother of Derek, mother-in-law of Marion, a much loved grandmother of Ian and great-grandmother of Maggie and Gil. Funeral Friday, April 25. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 10.15 a.m.

TARN Hurworth April 10 (suddenly but peacefully in hospital after a long illness bravely borne). Richard, aged 53 years, late of Geneva Road, dear son of the late Kathleen and Harry, much loved by his sister Chris, a devoted uncle of Rob and Louise. Sadly missed by all his family and many friends. Funeral Thursday, April 17. Would friends kindly meet for service in Darlington Crematorium 3.15 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu in aid of St. Teresa's Hospice will be accepted by Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington DL3 9EL. Tel: (01325) 482999.

TARN Hurworth April 10 (suddenly but peacefully, in hospital, after a long illness bravely borne). Richard, aged 53 years, late of Geneva Road, dear son of the late Kathleen and Harry, much loved by his sister Chris, a devoted uncle of Rob and Louise. Sadly missed by all his family and many friends. The funeral took place on Thursday, April 17 at Darlington Crema-torium. Donations if desired in aid of St. Teresa's Hospice will be accepted by Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington DL3 9EL. Tel: (01325) 482999.

THOMPSON April 13, peacefully in Bethany House Nursing Home, Newton Aycliffe, of Clarence Green, Newton Aycliffe. Sarah Jane (Jenny), aged 90 years, loving mam to Kitty, Robert and Eric, also a dearly loved mother-in-law to Raymond. Funeral Monday, April 21. Would friends please meet 3.15 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

TURNOCK April 10 (peacefully, in hospital after a short illness) of Crook. Samuel Gordon (Sam), aged 87 years. Beloved husband of Doris, loving dad of Gordon and Enide, Jean and Brian, also a much loved grandad, great-grandad and brother. Would friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday April 22, at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired may be made to West Lodge Nursing Home, Billy Row.

TURNS Annie, aged 87 years, of Barnard Castle, died suddenly at home on April 6. Dearly loved wife of Jack, much loved mother of John and Brenda and a dear mother-in-law and loving grandma. Funeral service in St. Mary's Parish Church, Barnard Castle on Wednesday, April 16 at 2.00 p.m., followed by cremation. Friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations for the Multiple Sclerosis Society may be given on the plate at church.

WALKER April 13 (in hospital), of Tenlands Nursing Home, Ferryhill. Mary Alice, aged 90 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Billy and a dear mam of Billy and the late John, mother-on-law of Jean, also much loved nan and great-nan. Cortege leaving Tenlands at 11.30 a.m. on Monday April 21 for service and committal at Durham Crematorium 12.00 noon.

WALLACE Kenneth Beaton, of Evenwood, died on April 13, after a long illness bravely borne, aged 69 years. Beloved husband and soulmate of Enid, much loved dad of Kendra, Debra and Fiona, loving and devoted grandad of Tyne, Jayden, Aston and Keaton, dear brother of Donald, Ruth and the late William and Joan, a respected father-in-law and an adored uncle. Funeral service at St Paul's Church, Evenwood on Wednesday, April 23 at 1.00 p.m., followed by interment at the Cemetery. Would friends please meet at Church. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for Cancer Research U.K. may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, 8 Kensington South, Cockton Hill Road, Bishop Auckland DL14 6JA.

WALSHAW April 15 (after an illness bravely borne). Pam, aged 63 years, of Barnard Castle. Loving wife of Peter and loving mother of Neil, Karen and James, also a much loved grandma and sister of Tom, Paul and Gerald. Sadly missed by all of her family and friends. Would friends please meet for funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Friday, April 18 at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be given in the Crematorium Chapel to Cancer Research UK (Teesdale).

WAPPAT Millie, peacefully at home in Dalton, Richmond on April 13. Beloved wife of the late Ewie, much loved mum of Sheila and Janette, dear mother-in-law to Stephen, devoted grandma to Chris and Shelly and a dear friend to Eddie. Funeral service in St. Peter and St. Felix Church, Kirby Hill on Tuesday, April 22 at 2.00 p.m., followed by burial in the churchyard. Friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given on the plate provided for Church Funds.

WATSON Douglas, passed away peacefully in hospital, on April 15, 2008, aged 78 years, dearly loved husband of Maureen (formerly Leng, nee Dinsley), late of Newton Aycliffe and Ingleton, a much loved father, grandad and brother. Douglas' funeral service will take place at St. Gabriel's Church, Kerrysdale Avenue, Leicester on Thursday, April 24 at 11.00 am, followed by burial in Gilroes Cemetery, Leicester. Family flowers only, by request please. Donations in lieu if so desired made payable to "Leicester Hospitals Charity". Donations will be sent to the Haematology Department c/o Buckminster Funerals Ltd., 15 Buckminster Road, Leicester LE3 9AT Tel: (0116) 2623087.

WEDGEWOOD April 12, (peacefully in his sleep). Arnold William, aged 90 years, formerly of Thormanby and latterly of Thirsk, much loved husband of the late Marjorie, dearly loved father of Anne, Terence and the late Dorothy, father-in-law of Jim and Pat and a loving grandad of Patrick, Lindsey, Adrian, Liam, Alex and great-grandad of James. The funeral service will be held at St. Mary's Church, Thormanby on Thursday April 24, at 10.30 a.m. followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory may be made to the church.

WELLS Mary Marjorie (Madge) on April 6 (peacefully, in hospital) of Borrage House, Ripon, (formerly Baldersby, Thirsk) aged 87 years. Beloved wife of the late Victor, loving mother of Janet and the late Raymond, dear mother-in-law to Derek, sister of Doris and a much loved aunt and great-aunt and very dear friend to many. The funeral service will be held at St. James' Church, Baldersby-St-James on Monday April 21 at 1.00 p.m. followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory may be made to the church.

WHITEHEAD Georgina ('Tina') passed away peacefully on April 7, in the loving company of her family. In accord ance with her wishes, a private, decorous and uplifting funeral has taken place. Remembered always with love and affection by all the family.

WINTER Newton Hall (formerly of Crook). Peacefully in hospital on April 10, aged 70 years. Violet (nee Gray) much loved wife of the late Dennis, dearly loved mum, mother-in-law, gran, great-gran, sister and auntie. Will be sadly missed by all her loving family and many friends. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Thursday April 17, at 2.30 p.m. By request family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired may be sent to, The Alzheimers Society, via the family.

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