This is The North East | Personal Announcements

ALDERMAN June 2, of Darlington. Doreen, aged 76 years. Beloved wife of Eddy, devoted mam of Christine, John and Lesley, dear mother-in-law, much loved and loving nana and great-grandmother, also a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Cortege to leave her daughter's residence in Darlington at 12.50 p.m. on Monday June 9, for service in St. Johns Church at 1.00 p.m. followed by cremation in Darlington Crematorium Family flowers only. Donations in memory may be given to Cancer Research c/o the family.

ANGUS June 5 (peacefully, after a short illness) of St. Andrews, Road, Spennymoor. Jacob (Jake) aged 83 years, Dearly beloved husband of the late Violet Rachel, a dearly loved dad of Val, Norman, Janet, Yvonne, Lynn, John and Mandy, a loving father-in-law and a much loved granda and great-granda. Would friends please meet in St. Andrew's Church, Spennymoor Wednesday for a service at 11.15 a.m. followed by interment in York Hill Cemetery. Reunited with mam.

AUCOTT (nee Carter) On June 2, peacefully in hospital. Eileen, aged 88 years (formerly of Coronation Terrace, Deaf Hill, Trimdon Station), a loving mother of Frank Carter and Jeffrey Aucott, a dear mother-in-law of Rosemary and Margaret, also a devoted grandma and great-grandma. Cortege to leave Strathmore House on Friday, June 6 for service and cremation in Stranton Grange Crematorium Chapel, Hartlepool at 1.00 p.m. Friends and former neighbours are kindly invited, please meet at the Crema torium. Now at peace in Heaven

BISHOP June 2, peacefully of Marwood Crescent, Darlington. Francis Gordon (Frank), aged 93 years, dearly loved husband of Ruth, dear brother of Dorothy and dear uncle of Wendy, Alison, Faith and the late Helen. Funeral Wednesday, June 11. Friends please meet for service in Bondgate Methodist Church at 1.30 p.m., followed by interment in the West Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations may be sent for Christian Aid or St. Teresa's Hospice, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

BUSTON June 1, of 14 Bell Street, Crook. Alice (Pat, nee Curry), aged 88 years, beloved wife of the late Tom, a devoted mother of Anne, John and Maureen, a dearly loved mother-in-law of Arnold, Anne and John, also a loving grandmother and great-grandmother. Friends please meet for service in St. Catherine's Church, Crook on Monday, June 9 at 10.40 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham.

CARRICK June 3, of Ireshopeburn. Jesse, aged 83 years, dearly loved husband of the late Frances Enid, loving father of Joan and John, father-in-law of Kay and a much loved grandad of Laura and Robert. Will friends please meet for service in High House Chapel, Ireshopeburn on Saturday, June 7 at 1.30 p.m., followed by interment in St. John's Chapel Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to be shared between Weardale Community Hospital and the Chapel.

CHAMBERS Vera, aged 96 years, peacefully on May 29, in The Lawns Residential Care Home, Darlington (formerly of Uplands Road). Beloved wife of the late Leslie Raymond Chambers, much loved sister of the late Eva, Hilda, Harry, Jim and Robert Collinson and dearly loved aunt. Funeral Friday, June 6. Would friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 9.45 a.m. Flowers may be sent care of Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington, DL3 9EL. Tel. (01325) 482999.

COATES Thomas (Tot) June 2 (peacefully, in hospital). Tot, aged 93 years of Thornton-le-Beans. Loving husband to the late Elizabeth, much loved brother of Robbie, uncle and great-uncle and a dear friend to all. Family and friends please meet at Thornton-le-Beans Methodist Chapel on Friday June 6, at 2.00 p.m. prior to interment in church yard. No flowers please.

COLE On June 4, in hospital, of Low Mill, Bainbridge. Christopher, aged 92 years, beloved husband of Doreen, dearly loved father of Nicky, Adrian, Tessa, Jeremy and Dominic and a very dear father-in-law, grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral service at St. Oswald's Church, Askrigg on Thursday, June 12 at 12.00 noon, followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for Church Funds (plate in church). Friends please meet at the church.

COOK On May 31, peacefully, of Spennymoor, formerly of Shadforth. Clara (nee Whitfield), aged 87 years beloved wife of the late Sydney, a loving mam of Elsie and Sydney, dearly loved mother-in-law of Barry and Jean, also a much loved grandma and great-grandma. Friends please meet for service and cremation on Monday June 9 at 1.30 pm at Durham Crema-torium.

COONEY Aiskew On June 1, peacefully. Nancy, aged 62 years, dearly beloved mother of Joe, Nancy and Phil, a dearly loved sister of Diddy and the late Joe and Alex and a much loved grandmother. Funeral Friday, June 6. Cortege to leave residence at 2.45 p.m. for service in The Parish Church of St. Gregory, Bedale at 3.00 p.m., followed by interment in the Churchyard.

COPE June 1 (suddenly, in hospital), of Romanby. Samuel (Allan), aged 86 years. Beloved husband of Madge, also a much loved uncle and friend. Would friends please meet for service on Wednesday June 11, Romanby Methodist Church at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired may be made to, Diabetic Research, plate at the church.

CORKER On June 3, suddenly at home, of Bearpark. Harry, aged 79 years, a dearly loved husband of Jenny, a much loved dad of Harry, Sandra, Jane and Kathleen and a loving father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. Friends please meet for service in St. Edmund's Church, Bearpark on Tuesday, June 10 at 1.45 p.m., followed by private cremation. Friends welcome for refreshments at Bearpark Club afterwards.

CURRY May 28 (peacefully) of Stanhope (formerly Ashfield, Shotley Bridge). Irene, aged 91 years. Much loved aunt of Robert and dear sister of the late Alma Coates. Friends please meet for service and cremation on Friday June 6, at 1.00 p.m. at Durham Crematorium.

DAFF Framwellgate Moor, formerly of Brasside. Peacefully on May 26, aged 61 years. Wilf, beloved husband of Ann, a devoted dad of Paul, Stephen and Andrew, a much loved grandad of Amy and Mathew, father-in-law to Susan and Julie. Will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Wednes-day, June 4 at 12.00 noon.

DRABBLE Jac/Jacky (nee Watson) sadly passed away on May 31, aged 45 years. Beloved wife of Jim and a loving mum of Hayley, Kiera and Harry, a much loved daughter of Maureen and sister of Tina, daughter-in-law of Maurice, sister-in-law of Clare and David and aunty to Louie, Paul and Vicky. Funeral service to take place on Monday, June 9 in the Chapel of St. Bede, Teesside Crematorium at 11.00 a.m. After the service refreshments at Stokesley Sports Club. All friends welcome. No flowers please. Donations to the charities that looked after her in the final months of her life - Teesside Hospice, Herriott Homecare and The Holistic Centre.

ELDERFIELD On May 26, suddenly at home in Scruton. Vic, aged 88 years, dearly loved husband of the late Jennifer and a loving father and uncle. Funeral service to take place at St. Radegund's Church, Scruton on Monday, June 9 at 12.30 p.m., followed by interment. Family flowers only. Donations, if wished, may be given for the British Heart Foundation.

ELDERS On May 31, peacefully in hospital, of Bradbury. Sarah Jane (Jennie), aged 88 years, beloved wife of the late Percy, a dearly loved mam of Robert and Keith, dear mother-in-law of Anne and Mavis also a loving gran and great-gran. Would family and friends please meet for service at St. Edmund's Church, Sedgefield on Thursday, June 12 at 11.00 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers to Cancer Research and the Church Lighting Appeal. Plate provided at Church.

ELGIE May 29, Florence May, of Escomb, aged 90 years. Friends and relations please meet at Durham Crematorium for 10.00 a.m. on Friday, June 6.

FRISAN On June 2, peacefully, after a long illness, of Spennymoor. Pamela (nee Ellis) aged 51 years, beloved wife of Saad, a devoted mam of Michelle loving mother-in-law of Billy, cherished nanny of Rochelle Pamela, much loved daughter of Owen and Joyce and a loving sister, sister-in-law and auntie. Would friends please meet for service at St. Andrew's Church, Spennymoor on Friday, June 6 at 1.45 p.m., followed by interment at York Hill Cemetery. Forever in our hearts. Love you always xxx

FRISAN Pamela (nee Ellis) A much loved eldest daughter of Owen and Joyce Ellis, a devoted mam of Michelle, adored nanny of Rochelle Pamela mother-in-law to Billy, a beloved sister to Christine, Judith and Doreen, a dearly loved sister-in-law also a much loved auntie and great-auntie. Life will never be the same. Goodnight, God Bless Darling. Mam and Dad xx

FRISAN Auntie Pam, you lost your battle which was courageously fought right until the end. Love and miss you always, Rebecca, Nigel and Mia. xxx

GAMSBY May 31, in hospital, of St. Cuthbert's Terrace, Ferryhill. Raymond, aged 73 years, dearly loved son of the late Violet and Fred and a much loved brother and uncle. Cortege leaving residence at 2.35 p.m. on Monday, June 9 for service in St. Luke's Church at 2.45 p.m., followed by committal at Durham Crematorium.

GARRY Evelyn Ann (nee Davison), on May 29, peacefully in Darlington Memorial Hospital after a short illness. Beloved mother to George, Vanessa, Gifford and Scott, loved grandma to Michael, dear sister of Eileen and sadly missed friend of many. Funeral Monday, June 9. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 11.45 a.m. Flowers may be sent c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

GEARS (Sherburn Village) On May 24, peacefully in hospital. Aimee, aged 79 years, beloved wife of Ken, a cherished mam of Edward, Linda and Leonard, also a treasured nana of Philip, Sarah, Clare and Alexandra and a great-nana of Lewis. Friends please meet for service at St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Gilesgate on Thursday, June 5 at 1.30 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.

GILL Darlington May 30, peacefully after a long illness, late of Lismore Drive. Eleanor (Nellie), in her ninetieth year, dearly loved wife of the late Patrick, much loved mum of Patricia and Robert, a dear mother-in-law of Stuart and a devoted nana of Lee and Melissa. The funeral has taken place as a family request. Deeply missed and forever in our hearts.

GRAINGER Keith, aged 58 years, peacefully in hospital after a long illness borne with courage and dignity, on May 29, of Salters Lane South, Darlington. Beloved husband of Maureen, devoted dad of Mark and David, much loved father-in-law, proud grandad of Jack and a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral Friday, June 6. Would friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, Haughton at 11.00 a.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, may be sent for Cancer Research UK, care of Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington, DL3 9EL. Tel. (01325) 482999.

GRANT Joy Much loved mum and nana, formerly residing at Parkside, Darlington. Passed away on Sunday May 25, 2008. Peacefully at home in The Maltings, Wombourne, Wolverhampton, aged 84 years. The funeral service and cremation will take place at Gornal Wood Crematorium, Dudley, West Midlands on Friday June 6, at 3.30 p.m. Family flowers only please by request. Donations to, Arthritis Research Campaign will be accepted by Wombourne Funeral Services, 124 Bridgenorth Road, Wombourne. WV5 8AY. An invitation is extended to all friends to join the family on Thursday June 12 at 1.15 p m. for a celebration of Joyce's life at Darlington Crematorium, Carmel Road North, Darlington. All our love from Ian, Margaret, Neil and Mark.

GRIFFITHS (nee Liddell) On May 30 (peacefully in hospital), of Darlington. Mary Elizabeth (Betty), aged 68 years, beloved wife of Eric, a very much loved mum, grandma (Boopy), great-grandma and sister. Would family and friends please meet for service on Friday, June 6, Darlington Crematorium at 10.15 a.m. Family flowers only by request. Donations in lieu, if so desired, may be made to the British Heart Foundation, plate at the crematorium.

HARRISON May 28, 2008, peacefully in hospital. Norah, aged 85 years, of Newton Aycliffe, dearly loved wife of the late Charles, beloved mam of Paul, a much loved auntie to Andrea, Sandra and Shannon. Will be sadly missed by all her friends. Funeral Friday, June 6. Would friends please meet 1.00 p.m., for service at St. Mary's R.C. Church, Newton Aycliffe followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium.

HEPPLE June 3, of Spennymoor. Robert (Bob), aged 87 years, a beloved husband of Anne, a much loved dad of Carol, Kenvyn, Anne, Robert and the late Jean, a loving father-in-law of Bob, Tony and Roz, a devoted grandad of Graeme and Tracy, Faye, Andrew and Jennifer, a loving brother-in-law of Iris and a dear uncle. Would friends please meet in St. Paul's Church Tuesday for a service at 2.45 p.m., followed by committal at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only by request.

HESLOP May 31 (after a long illness). Ronald (Ron), aged 87 years, of Roddymoor, Crook. Dear husband of Mavis, devoted dad of Alistair and Simon, dear father-in-law to Elizabeth and Lynn, much loved grandad of Joe, also a brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's United Methodist Church, Dawson Street, Crook at 12.00 noon on Tuesday June 10, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be left in church for the building fund.

HINDS (Gilesgate) On June 2, peacefully, following a long illness. Anne (nee Purdham), aged 56 years, devoted wife of the late Michael, treasured mam of Alison and Stephen, cherished nana of Sam, a dear sister of Jack and the late Maureen, sister-in-law to Pauline, Gerard, John and Jean, a dearly loved aunt of Susan, Antony, Vicky, Stuart and Denise, also a much loved and adored great-aunt and will be very sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral to take place on Wednesday, June 11. Friends please meet for service at St. Giles' Church, Gilesgate at 12.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers to Cancer Research c/o Pauline.

HODGSON June 5 (peacefully, in hospital), of Garmondsway Road, West Cornforth. Ethel, aged 87 years. Beloved wife of Vincent, a dearly loved mother of William and Alan, a dearest mother-in-law of Dorothy and Brenda, a much loved nana of Gillian, Darren, Sharon, Gavin and Kay, also a loving great-nana. Would friends please meet for service at Holy Trinity Church, West Cornforth on Friday, June 13 at 10.00 a.m., followed by interment in the churchyard.

HODGSON June 2, peacefully in hospital. Audrey, aged 86 years, of Masham, beloved wife of the late Joe. Funeral service to be held at St. Mary's Church, Masham on Tuesday, June 10 at 1.00 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the British Heart Foundation. Friends please meet at church.

HUGHES June 1, peacefully at her home, at Grewelthorpe, surrounded by her family. Sybil (nee Horn). Will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Service at St. Mary and St. Akelda Church, Middleham on Friday, June 6 at 11.00 a.m., followed by private cremation. Dress code totally informal. (No black please).

HUNT On June 6 (after a long illness), of Hawthorn Road, Middlestone Moor. Peter, aged 63 years, beloved husband of Pat, a dearly loved dad of Stephen and Jennifer, a dear father-in-law of Allison and much loved grandad to Liam. Would friends please meet in St. Paul's Church, Spennymoor Thursday for a service at 1.30 p.m., followed by interment at Rock Road Cemetery.

HUNTER May 31, of Dale Road, Shildon. Louisa Mary, aged 94 years, dearly beloved wife of the late Kenneth Thomas, devoted mother of Keith and Ian, also of the late Brian, a dear mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. Private cremation Tuesday, June 10 at Darlington, following a service in St. John's Church, Shildon at 12.15 p.m. Friends please meet at Church.

HUSTWICK Mary (nee Park), aged 83 years of Frenchgate, Richmond, died peacefully at the Friary Hospital, Richmond on June 2. Beloved wife of the late Albert Hustwick, much loved mum of Anne and Karen, loving nana of Paul and Marie and adored great-nana. Friends please meet for committal at Downholme Churchyard on Monday, June 9 at 11.00 a.m., followed by Memorial Service at St. Mary's Church, Richmond at 11.45 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for Cancer Research UK and the Friary Hospital may be given on the plate provided at the Turf Hotel following the service.

HUTCHINSON May 31, of Spennymoor. John, aged 81 years. Beloved husband of Jean, a dearly loved dad of Michael and Lynne, a much loved grandad of David and Ian and a dear brother and uncle. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium Friday for a service and committal at 9.00 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to 'The Alzheimers Society' c/o, Gordon Fletcher and Sons, Funeral Directors, Charles Street, Spennymoor.

HUTCHINSON May 30, of 1 Grosvenor Close, Stanhope. Sybil (nee Pattinson), aged 76 years, dearly loved wife of Leslie, loving mother of David and Michael. Will friends please meet for service in St. Thomas' Church, Stanhope on Friday, June 6 at 11.30 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium at 2.30 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the church.

JOHNSTON Joseph Henry (Joe) aged 95 years, of Richmond, peacefully at The Terrace Care Home on June 3. Beloved husband of the late Gertrude, much loved by daughter Janet and son-in-law Peter, a loving grandfather to Christopher and Fiona and Andrew and great-grandfather to Noah. Funeral service in St. Joseph and St. Francis Xavier R.C. Church, Richmond on Tuesday, June 10 at 10.30 a.m., followed by interment in the Cemetery. Friends please meet at the Church. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be given for Church Funds.

LANGDALE (nee Langford) On June 3 (in hospital), of Chilton. Elizabeth (Betty), aged 94 years, a beloved wife of the late Dick, a dearly loved mother of David and Shirley and the late John, Harry and Michael, loving mother-in-law of Jean, a much loved nana of Brian, Julie, Deborah, Neil and Helen, a dearest great-nana, sister-in-law and aunt and also a dear friend to many. Would friends please meet for service at St. Aidan's Church, Chilton on Thursday, June 12 at 1.45 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham.

LAVERICK June 1 (peacefully) of Evenwood. Ann (nee Alderson) aged 84 years. Loving wife of Fred, also a dear aunt. Friends please meet for service in St. Paul's Church, Evenwood on Monday June 9, at 2.45 p.m. followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium

LIDDELL On June 4 (in hospital), of 17 Mildred Street, Darlington. John, dearly loved husband of Margaret, dear father of Alison, Tracy, Amanda and Gary and a much loved father-in-law and granda. Funeral Tuesday June 10. Friends please meet for service in St. Matthew and St. Luke's Church, Brinkburn Road at 1.00 p.m., followed by private cremation. Flowers if desired may be sent to Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington DL3 7JR.

LOWE Henry Peacefully on May 28, of Westmorland Rise, Peterlee. Harry, aged 68 years. A loving father of Sharon and Michael, dear father-in-law, much loved grandad and great-grandad, also a dear brother. Cremation Durham Crematorium Wednesday June 4. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at St. Saviour's Church, Shotton Colliery at 9.45 a.m,. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to, The MacMillan Nurses c/o, Sharon. All enquiries to East Durham Funeral Service. Tel: (0191) 5864322.

LOWTHER Jean (nee Yates) On May 28, peacefully in her sleep. Jean, aged 79 years, a dearly beloved wife of the late Gordon, an adored mother of Stephen, Andrea and Michael, a dear mother-in-law of Peter and Anita and a greatly treasured grandma. Loved and remembered. Service to take place in St. Cuthbert's Church, Marton on Thursday, June 12 at 11.00 a.m., prior to cremation within St. Hilda's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium at 11.45 a.m. Would family and friends please meet at Church. Family flowers only please, by request. Donations in lieu if so desired to Ward 25 (Neurology Department) James Cook Hospital, Marton Road, Middles-brough.

LUMLEY May 1 (tragically). Sarah, aged 19 years, of Darlington, a dear beloved daughter of Barbara, a much loved sister of Rachel, Steven and twin of Joanne, a dear friend of Kev, a special granddaughter of Joan, a much loved auntie to Ellie and William and a dear niece and cousin to many. We're all missing you. God Bless xxxx. Funeral Thursday, June 5. Would family and friends please meet 11.00 a.m. for service at St. Andrew's Church, prior to private cremation.

MASON May 23 (in hospital) of Dawson Road, Wingate. Lewis, aged 83 years. Beloved husband of the late Ethel, dearly loved father of Valerie and Colin, dearest father-in-law of Malcolm and Elaine and a much loved granda of Greg, Richard and Ellen. Cortege leaving residence on Wednesday June 4, at 2.00 p.m. Friends please meet at Holy Trinity Church, Wingate for service at 2.10 p.m. followed by cremation at Durham.

MAYNE June 1, of Briar Close, Kimblesworth. Elsie, aged 77 years. Beloved wife of the late Ray, loving mam of Ann and Ray, mother-in-law of Bob and a dear nana of Rob. Friends please meet for service in St. Philip and St. James Church, Kimblesworth on Monday June 9, at 12.30 p.m. followed by interment in Meadowfield Cemetery. Friends welcome for refreshments at The Stonebridge Inn afterwards.

McGUINNESS May 31 (tragically) of Yew Close, Spennymoor. Anthony Michael, aged 19 years. Very special son and best friend of Jill and Paul, a loving caring brother to Luke and dearest grandson of Stella and Bill who will be greatly missed by all his many friends. Would friends please meet in St. Paul's Church, Monday for a service at 11.15 a.m. followed by a private committal at Durham. ' The always pleasant Guin and a teenager to be proud of '

METCALFE Albert Edward (Bert) on May 30, 2008, in hospital, of Spikers Hill, West Ayton, formerly of Atley Hill, North Cowton, aged 85 years, much loved husband of Dorothy (Dot), loving father of Janet, father-in-law of Peter and a loving grandfather and great-grandfather. Service at St. Matthew's Church, Hutton Buscel, Scarborough on Tuesday June 10 at 2.00 p.m., followed by private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers to West Ayton Surgery Amenities Fund and St. Matthew's Church. Collection at service or send c/o F.A. Stockill and Son Funeral Directors, Snainton, Scarborough.

MICO On June 3, peacefully in hospital. Jack, aged 93 years, of Northallerton. Dearly loved husband of Edna, a loving father of Alan, David and Elizabeth, a dear father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. Funeral service to take place in All Saints' Church, Northallerton on Wednesday June 11 at 12.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Teesside Crematorium in St. Hilda's Chapel at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations if wished may be given for the British Heart Foundation c/o Barthram Funeral Service 47 South Parade, Northallerton, DL7 8SG.

MITCHELL On June 2, of Sycamore Lodge Middlestone Moor. Martha (nee Straughair), aged 95 years, beloved wife of the late Charles, dearly loved friend and resident of all at Sycamore Lodge. Friends please meet for service at St. Paul's Church, Spennymoor on Monday, June 9 at 2.30 p.m. Interment to follow. At rest in God's Garden.

MITCHELL On June 3, peacefully at Beechwood Care Home, Northallerton. William Charles (Mick), aged 89 years, beloved husband of the late Peggy, dearly loved father of Irene, Carol and Paul and will be sadly missed by all his family. Funeral Friday, June 13. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 11.15 a.m.

MITCHELL Jean, aged 70 years, peacefully at home in Colburn on May 27. Dearly loved wife of Eddie, much loved mother of John, Theresa, Maria and the late George and a devoted nana and great-nana. Funeral service in St. Cuthbert's Church, Colburn on Wednesday, June 4 at 11.00 a.m., followed by burial in Hipswell Cemetery. Friends please meet at the church. Flowers, if desired, may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.

MITCHINSON Cramlington, Northumberland (formerly of Middlesbrough and Norton). Unexpectedly in hospital on June 1, aged 73 years. Rita (nee Watson). Dearly loved wife of the late Don, dear mam of Linda, Julie and Deborah, mother-in-law of Colin, George and Colin, dearest daughter of the late Ethel and Conrad, sister of the late Thelma and auntie to the family. Service and cremation at Cowpen Crematorium, Blyth on Friday June 6, at 1.30 p.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium. All enquiries please to, H. Duckworth Funeral Directors, Cramlington. Tel: (01670) 713218.

MOORE May 30, of Tow Law. Emily (nee McLeavey), aged 92 years. Beloved wife of the late George, much loved and loving mam of Emy, also a dear nanna and great-nanna. Will friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's United Reformed Methodist Church, Dawson Street, Crook at 2.30 p.m. on Friday June 6, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only, by request donations if desired may be given for the church funds.

MOSES Thomas Sydney May 29, peacefully at home after a long illness patiently borne, of Easington Colliery. Syd aged 84 years, a much loved husband to Maureen and a devoted dad to Aileen, Maureen and Syd, also a dear father-in-law and a cherished grandad and great-grandad. Cortege to leave his residence on Wednesday for a service at the Church of the Ascension at 11.30 a.m., prior to interment at Easington Colliery Ceme tery. Friends are kindly invited, please meet at the Church.

MURRAY May 31 (peacefully, in hospital), of Emerald Walk, Chilton. Lily, aged 78 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Thomas, a much loved mam of Lynne, a devoted nan of David and Sarah, a loving great-nan of Max and a very dear sister, sister-in-law and friend. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium on Thursday for a service and committal at 1.00 p.m.

MURRAY On May 31 (peacefully, in hospital), of Emerald Walk, Chilton. Lily, aged 78 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Thomas, a much loved mam of Lynne, a devoted nan of David and Sarah, loving great-nan of Max and a very dear sister, sister-in-law and friend. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday, June 10 for a service and committal at 10.30 a.m. Please note: change to date and time of funeral.

MYERS On May 29, in hospital, of Claypath Court, Durham, formerly of Nevilles Cross. Harriett, aged 97 years, a dearly loved wife of the late Leslie, a dear mother of Antony and John. Friends please meet for service in St. Cuthbert's Church, North Road, Durham on Friday, June 6 at 10.45 a.m. Cremation to follow. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to Cancer Research UK c/o Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Gilesgate, Durham.

NELSON Darlington On May 30, peacefully in hospital (formerly of Snaiths and Coniscliffe Road Butchers). Colin, beloved husband of the late Margaret, a much loved dad to Michael and a dear grandad. Funeral Monday, June 9. Would friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 10.45 a.m. No flowers please, by request. Donations in lieu in aid of the Transplant Unit, Newcastle Freeman Hospital will be accepted by Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington DL3 9EL. Tel: (01325) 482999.

OLIVER Tony, aged 84 years, of Meadowfield, died suddenly in hospital on May 28, much loved husband of Mabel, also a dear brother-in-law of Margaret and Jim. Would friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Friday, June 6 at 11.00 a.m. Family flowers only.

PALMER On May 29, peacefully in hospital, of Brentwood Lodge, Leyburn (formerly of Quarry Hills, Leyburn). Thomas Henry (Tommy), aged 87 years, dearly loved brother of Jean and a much loved uncle. Funeral service at St. Matthew's Church, Leyburn on Wednesday, June 4 at 11.00 a.m., followed by private cremation. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, for the Air Ambulance (plate in church) or may be sent c/o Sanderson and Co., Funeral Directors, St. Matthew's Works, Leyburn, N. Yorks, DL8 5EG. Friends please meet at the church.

PLEWS On June 3, peacefully in hospital, late of Cleveland Drive, North-allerton. Thora Martha, aged 81 years, a dearly loved aunt of Lawrence, Derek and Margaret. Funeral service to take place at St. James Church, Romanby on Tuesday, June 10 at 1.45 p.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only. Donations if wished may be given for Church Funds.

PROUDFOOT (Gosforth, formerly of Bishop Auckland). Suddenly in hospital on June 2, aged 82 years. Sydney (Syd). Loving husband of Beryl, father of Keith, Colin and Graeme and father-in-law of Janis and Liz, also a very dear brother of Margaret and a dearly loved grandpa of Ross, Frances, Lucy, Henry, Toby and Rory. Always in our thoughts. Would friends please meet for service at St. Nicholas' Church, Gosforth on Tuesday June 10, at 3.00 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donation in lieu of flowers if desired to, St. Oswald's Hospice, Regent Avenue, Newcastle. NE3 1EE.

ROACH On May 30, of Homebryth House, Sedgefield and late of Trimdon Village. Sarah, aged 87 years, a dearly loved sister of Betty and sister-in-law of George, also a dearest aunt. Friends please meet on Friday, June 6 for Requiem Mass 10.00 a.m. at St. John Fisher R.C. Church, Sedgefield, interment to follow at Trimdon Grange Cemetery. Enquiries to Ivan Cochrane Funeral Directors, Trimdon Colliery. Tel. (01429) 883883.

ROWLAND Newton Hall May 30, of Bek Road, formerly of Barlow Mow. Isabel, aged 80 years, dearly loved wife of the late Wilf, loving mam of Ann, Margaret, Jean and Robert, a dear sister to Jean, also a loving grandmother and great-grandmother. Friends please meet for service at St Cuthbert's Church, North Road, Durham on Friday, June 6 at 2.15 p.m. Private cremation to follow. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the British Heart Foundation c/o Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Marshall Terr-ace, Gilesgate, Durham.

ROWTON On May 28, of Coleridge Close, Sunnybrow. Baby Jasmin Jean, aged 6 months darling daughter of Sinitta and Steven, a loving sister of Aimee and Lewis, also a much loved granddaughter, niece and cousin. Friends please meet for service at St. Stephen's Church, Willington tomorrow Tuesday June 3 at 11.30 a.m. Interment to follow.

SALISBURY (Kelloe) On June 3, suddenly. Jane (Jenny), aged 84 years, devoted wife of the late Sid and sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral to take place on Wednesday, June 11. Would friends please meet for service at St. Helen's Church, Kelloe at 2.45 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.

SAMS Evenwood Suddenly on May 31. Elizabeth Anne (Betty), nee Stokeld, aged 68 years. Dearly loved wife and best friend of Leslie, sister to Joyce and the late Peter, now reunited after 39 years, gran, aunt and very good friend to many. Funeral service at St. Paul's Church, Evenwood on Tuesday, June 10 at 1.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Darlington. Friends please meet at the church.

SHACKLER (nee Smith) On May 30, suddenly in hospital, of Wheatley Hill. Patricia (Pat), aged 71 years, beloved wife of the late Tom, a loving mam of John, a much loved grandma of Lyndsay, Samantha and Amanda, great-grandma of Courtney, also a dear sister and sister-in-law. Would friends please meet for service at Sacred Heart and English Martyrs R.C. Church, Thornley Tuesday June 10 at 10.15 a.m., prior to cremation at Durham Crema-torium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired may be made to the British Heart Foundation c/o Speckmans Funeral Service, 25 Front Street, Wingate. Tel: (01429) 838199.

SHURETY Ray, aged 58 years, suddenly at home in Low Row on May 29. Leaves brother Malcolm, sister Barbara and sister-in-law Doreen. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Friday, June 6 at 11.15 a.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium.

SLACK June 3, of Willington. William (Billy), aged 93 years, devoted and loving husband of Jenny (nee Bates), also a much loved and loving uncle. Will friends please meet for service in Willington Methodist Church, Lydia Street at 10.45 a.m. on Wednesday, June 11, followed by cremation at Durham.

SLATER On May 30, peacefully at home, of Morpeth Close, Ferryhill. Gary, aged 39 years, loving son of the late Norman and Rita, dearest brother of the late Stephen and also a dear nephew and cousin. Would friends please meet for service on Monday, June 9 at 10.00 a.m. at Durham Crematorium Chapel.

SLEIGHTS May 31, 2008, peacefully in hospital. Linda, aged 57 years, of Newton Aycliffe, a dearly loved wife of Peter, beloved mum of Mandy and Philip, a loving nana of Jack and Faye, mother-in-law to Paul and a sadly missed sister to Cath and Wendy. Funeral Tuesday, June 10. Would friends please meet 10.15 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired to the R.S.P.C.A.

SMITH Lanchester On June 2, of Foxhills Crescent. Sheila (nee Payne), aged 74 years, beloved wife of the late Gordon, a dear mam of Keith and Karen, much loved nana of Carolyn, Jonathan, Laura and David. Friends please meet for service in All Saints' Parish Church, Lanchester on Friday, June 6 at 10.15 a.m., followed by cremation at Mountsett Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired for the attention of Deborah Grimes, Chemotherapy Unit, University Hospital of North Durham, Durham, DH1 5TW.

SMITH May 31 (peacefully after a long illness) of Clyde Terrace, Spennymoor. Arthur, aged 66 years. A dear friend, sadly missed by all the family. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium on Thursday for service and committal at 9.30 a.m.

SPARK On June 6, peacefully at home with her family, in Bishop Auckland. Barbara, aged 59 years, beloved wife of Maurice, devoted mam of Jane, John and Joanne, a dear mother-in-law, a much loved gran, loving great-grandma, also a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Will friends please meet for service in Bishop Auckland Methodist Church at 1.00 p.m. on Wednesday June 11, followed by private cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may if desired be given for the Butterwick Hospice or Church Funds on the plate provided in the Church.

SPENCE On June 2 (peacefully, in hospital), of Crook. Eileen (nee Smith), aged 76 years, beloved wife of Bill. Funeral Wednesday, June 11. Bus provided for friends leaving from Wheatbottom Community Centre, Grasmere Grove at 10.30 a.m. for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium at 11.00 a.m. Friends welcome back to the Community Centre for refreshments.

STEPHENSON Mary Suddenly in hospital on May 30, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Tom, much loved mother of Marty, John and Jean, a dear mother-in-law of Lynn, Ian and the late Arthur, a precious grandma and great-grandma. Private cremation, followed by a Service of Thanksgiving in Hutton Rudby Methodist Chapel on Thursday, June 12 at 11.30 a.m. All welcome. No flowers please, by request. Mary will be sadly missed by all her family and many friends. Resting at and enquiries to H.W. Carter Funeral Service, 10 East End, Stokesley. Tel. (01642) 700208.

TAYLOR Cathrine (Kate), died on May 27, 2008, in the Bedale Grange Nursing Home, aged 92 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Wilson (Bill) Taylor, dear mother of Matthew. Funeral service to be held on Friday, June 6, 2008 at 1.30 p.m. in St. Gregory's Church, Bedale, followed by private cremation. Family flowers only.

THOMPSON On May 29, peacefully at Bishopsgate Lodge Nursing Home, Bishop Auckland. Dora, aged 94 years, dearly beloved wife of the late John William, also a dearly loved mother of David and the late Sydney. Cremation Thursday, June 5 at Darlington, following a service in the Crematorium Chapel at 11.15 am. Friends please meet at the Crema-torium.

TOPPING June 1 (peacefully), of Oxford Terrace, Bishop Auckland. Margaret (nee Atkinson) aged 84 years, dearly beloved wife of the late John Cecil (Jack), a devoted mother of Margaret, Robert and Kenneth, a dear mother-in-law of Andrea, also a dear aunt. Cremation Wednesday, June 11 at Durham following a service in the Crematorium Chapel at 2.30 p.m. Friends please meet at the Crematorium.

ULLYART William Frederick, aged 70 years, of Over Dinsdale, died June 2, beloved husband of Brenda and a dear father and granddad. Funeral Monday, June 9. Friends please meet for service in the Church of St. John the Baptist, Low Dinsdale at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only please.

WALECKI June 4 (peacefully) of Holgate Moor Green, Darlington. Debbie, much loved partner to Ian, loving mam to Cheryl, Noel and Danielle, dearly loved sister to Christine and June, dear sister-in-law to Brian and Graeme, also devoted aunt and great-aunt. Bring smiles with your tears. Funeral Monday June 9. Would friends please meet 1.45 p.m. for service at St. Teresas R.C. Church, Darlington followed by interment in The West Cemetery, Darlington. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if so desired to Cancer Research. Donations can be made in church.

WALTON June 2, 2008, peacefully in hospital after an illness borne with courage and determination. Helena, aged 88 yeas, beloved wife of the late Wilf. Funeral Tuesday, June 10. Would friends please meet 12.30 p.m. for service at St. Clare's Church, Newton Aycliffe, followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please.

WATSON Kitty, aged 80 years, on June 2, peacefully at home, Brentwood, Leyburn in the care services of St. John of God. Funeral service in St. Matthew's Church, Leyburn on Monday, June 9 at 2.30 p.m., followed by burial in the Cemetery. Friends please meet at the Church.

WELSH Harry (Dr.) May 27, after a long illness, of Mainsforth, aged 78 years, dearest husband of Betty and loving father and grandfather. Would friends please meet for service at St. Michael's Church, Bishop Middleham at 12.00 noon on Monday June 9, followed by committal at Durham Crematorium at 1.00 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers please, to St. Michael's Church or Alzheimer's Society.

WHITFIELD June 1, of Crook. Marjorie (nee Taylorson), aged 75 years, beloved wife of the late Harry, a devoted Aunty Marjie who is dearly loved by her nephews, nieces and their families. Will friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's United Methodist Church, Dawson Street, Crook at 9.30 a.m. on Monday, June 9, followed by cremation at Durham.

WINDROSS June 3. Matthew, of Brompton. Dearly loved husband of Catherine, loving dad to Sam, Georgia and Zoe. Funeral service to take place at All Saint's Church, Hawnby on Thursday June 12, at 11.30 a.m. followed by interment. Family flowers only. Donations if wished may be given for The North East Air Ambulance.

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