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ALDERSON June 9, peacefully in hospital. Mary, aged 89 years, of Crook. Beloved wife of the late Will, a much loved mother, mother-in-law, nana, great-nana, sister, sister-in-law and aunt. A private cremation service will be held.

ALLEN Tum (Suganda) On June 5, suddenly in her birthplace, Thailand, previously of 102 Stooperdale Avenue, Cocker-ton. Dearly loved wife of Bob and devoted mother of Rachel and Robert.

ARMSTRONG (Newton Hall) June 5, tragically as the result of an accident. Lawrence (Ned), aged 55 years, dearly loved partner of Eileen and a very dear dad of Kenneth Mark. Cortege leaving residence on Monday, June 16 at 2.00 p.m. for service at Durham Cathedral at 2.30 p.m. Cremation to follow at Durham. Friends please meet at the Cathedral.

ARMSTRONG John William (Billy), formerly of Crook, aged 89 years, died peacefully on June 5 in Portland House Willington, dearly loved husband of Gladys a dear dad of Chris and Jan and a dear grandad, great-grandad, father-in-law and brother-in-law. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Thursday, June 12 at 11.30 a.m.

AYRE June 6, peacefully after a short illness, of Fishburn. Yvonne (nee Simon), loving wife of Vic, much loved mam of Simon and Lizanne, a dear mother-in-law of Sarah and Kevin, loving gran to Donna, Adam and pet to Charlotte, also a dear sister-in-law. Funeral service to take place on Thursday, June 12 at Durham Crematorium 10.00 a.m. Family flowers only please. Friends please meet at the crematorium and afterwards to the Fishburn Club.

BEARDWELL Darlington June 7, suddenly at home, of Ribble Court. Anne (nee Marriott), aged 75 years, wife to Derek, much loved mum to Paula and Suzanne, grandmother to Laura, Claire, Emma, Lewis, Tom and Emily and a dear great-grandmother. Funeral Wednesday, June 18, would friends kindly meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 11.45 a.m. Floral tributes if so desired will be accepted by Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington, DL3 9EL. Tel. (01325) 482999.

BEESLEY Sylvia Brenda Suddenly, at home on June 2. Sylvia, aged 69 years. Much loved mum of Debbie. Family and friends please meet at All Saint's Parish Church, Yafforth on Monday June 16 at 11.00 a.m. for service prior to interment in church yard.

BEST (Trimdon Grange) June 10 (peacefully, in hospital). Ethel (nee Ruddick) aged 81 years. Beloved wife of the late Robert (Bob), a dear mam of Robert, Dorothy and Kenneth, mother-in-law of Robert and Glynnis, a treasured nana of Steven, Julie and Andrew, Robert and Nicola and a devoted great-nana of Alix, Ben and Samantha. Friends please meet for service at St. Alban's Church, Trimdon Grange on Monday June 16 at 2.00 p.m. followed by interment in Trimdon Grange Cemetery.

BLACKBURN Passed away June 8 of Carlton Miniott, (formerly of Knayton and Stockton-on-Tees). John, aged 68 years. Beloved husband of Lilian, loving father of Anthony and Claire Louise and father-in-law to Lisa. Private cremation followed by service of Remembrance at St. Marys Church, Leake on Monday June 16 at 2.30 p.m. Would friends please meet at the church.

BLENKINSOPP June 9, of West Auckland. Margaret (Peggy), aged 84 years, beloved mother of Margaret, Dorothy and Jennifer, also a dear grandma and great-grandma. Will friends please meet for service in St. Paul's Church, Witton Park at 11.30 a.m. on Friday, June 13, followed by interment in Witton Park Cemetery.

BOON Kenneth June 12 (peacefully, at home after an illness fought with great courage). Ken, aged 81 years. A much loved dad of Pamela and Malcolm, loving father-in-law to Rose and Philip and a dear grandad to Richard. Family and friends please meet at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday June 19, at 1.15 p.m. for service. Family flowers only please.

BOOTH June 8 (suddenly in Tenlands), of Cleves Cross Grange, Ferryhill. Nora, aged 87 years, beloved wife of the late Thomas, a dearly loved stepmam of Anne and a dear aunt. Cortege leaving stepdaughter's residence Friday for a service and committal at Durham Crematorium at 10.00 a.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium.

BOWLES Peacefully on June 8. John, dearly loved husband of Pauline, treasured by Neal, Scott, Helen and Sam. Friends please meet in St. John's Church, Ingleton for a Thanksgiving Service at 11.30 a.m. on Friday, June 13, followed by private burial at his beloved Marley Moor Farm. No flowers by request. Donations to Church Funds please.

BRECKON Eileen June 8 (in hospital), of Winton Grange. Beloved wife of the late Roland Alwyn, dearest mother of David, Malcolm and Andrew, much loved mother-in-law of Linda, Karen and grandma to Sarah, Thomas, Ross and James. Funeral service at Northallerton Methodist Church, Thursday June 12 at 2.00 p.m. followed by interment in Brompton Cemetery. Family flowers only. Any donations to Brompton Methodist Church, MacMillan Nurses and Herriot Hospice Homecare.

BREWER Hilda Mary Passed away peacefully on Thursday June 5. Funeral will take place at Allhallowgate Chapel, Ripon on Thursday, June 12 at 11.00 a.m. No flowers, but donations to The Friends of Ripon Hospital.

BROWN June 7, died peacefully in Bishop Auckland General Hospital, of Chilton. Kathleen, aged 83 years, a beloved wife of the late Thomas William, a much loved mother of Thomas and the late Jim and a dear mother-in-law of Anne, also a loving grandma of Rachel and James. Would family and friends please meet for Requiem Mass at Chilton Sacred Heart R.C. Church on Tuesday, June 17 at 10.00 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations to CAFOD in lieu of flowers.

COLLOM June 8 (suddenly at home), of Rush Park, Bishop Auckland. Charles Edgar, aged 84 years, dearly beloved husband of the late Ruth, a loved and loving father of Karen, Stephen and Judith, a cherished granda of Chris, Ali and David, a dearest great-granda to Ben and Charlie, also sadly missed by Don and Sylvia. Cremation Wednesday, June 18 at Durham, following a service in the Crematorium Chapel at 1.30 p.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only please.

COOK June 8 (suddenly) in Rydal Care Home, Darlington. Kathleen (Kath) aged 65 years. Beloved wife of John, loving mother of Allan, Edwina and Sandra, also a much loved grandma of Kara and Aaron. Would family and friends please meet for service Darlington Crematorium on Tuesday June 17, at 9.15 a.m. Family flowers only by request. Donations in lieu if so desired may be made to SCOPE (plate at the crematorium).

COOPER (Nettlesworth) In hospital on June 7, after a long illness borne with great courage and fortitude. Colin, aged 80 years, precious husband of Jean, adored dad of Irene, Pauline and Jane and much loved grandad to Cindy, Andrew, Rachael, Colin and James. Will be sadly missed by all his loving family and friends. Friends please meet at Durham Crematorium for service and cremation on Friday, June 13 at 3.30 p.m. By request, family flowers only. Donations, if wished, may be given for Parkinson's Disease Society.

COULSON On June 6, suddenly, at Craigarran Nursing Home, formerly of May Crescent, Trimdon Station. Maria (nee Whitelock) aged 84 years loving wife to the late Willis, precious mam of Jim and June, a dearest mother-in-law to Jenny and Alan, a much loved grandma to Susan and Brian and partners Paul and Emma, loving great-grandma of Amy and Lily. Funeral service to take place Monday, June 16 at St. Alban's Church Trimdon Grange at 10.45 a.m. Friends please meet at Church. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to Craigarran Nursing Home c/o June.

COULSON On June 7, suddenly in hospital, of Trimdon Village. Ann (nee Connolly), aged 71 years, much loved mother of Denise and Stephen, dear mother-in-law of Kevin and Kirsty, devoted gran of Jason, Sophie, Rhiannon and Kennedi and great-gran of Shannon. Cortege to leave the residence Tuesday, June 17 for service at St. Mary Magdalene Church, Trimdon Village 10.45 a.m., prior to cremation at Durham Crema-torium. Enquiries to Speckman's Funeral Service. Tel. (01429) 838199.

EADSFORTH Peacefully in hospital on Thursday, June 5. Joseph Anthony (Tony), aged 62 years, of Hallgarth Road, Trimdon Village. Beloved son of Lillian and of the late Joseph, dearly loved husband of Shirley, a loved stepdad, grandad, brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral service to take place at St. Alban's Church, Trimdon Grange on Thursday, June 12 at 2.30 p.m., prior to interment at Trimdon Grange Cemetery. Family flowers only by request. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Cancer Research U.K. A plate will be provided at church.

ELSBURY Chilton Moor On June 8, peacefully at home, after a long illness borne with patience and dignity. Geoff, aged 59 years, dearly beloved husband of Jocelyn (nee Ruddick), dearly loved by all the family and will be greatly missed. Family and friends please meet for service at St. Matthew's Church, Newbottle on Tuesday, June 17 at 12.00 noon, prior to interment at Houghton Cemetery at 1.00 p.m. By request, family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Macmillan Nurses, c/o St. Benedict's Hospice, Newcastle Road, Sunderland SR5 8JZ.

ELSTOB June 11 (peacefully), of Bishop Auckland, formerly Hartlepool. Ken, aged 88 years, loving husband of Edna, dearly loved father of Diana and Lesley, also a dear father-in-law of Mike. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Thursday, June 19 at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only by request.

EVANS June 9, Edna (nee Robinson), peacefully in Craigarran Nursing Home, aged 96 years. Loving wife of the late Joseph, devoted mam to Thomas and Joan, mother-in-law to Jean and Tony, grandma to John, David and Alison, great-grandma to Chloe, Tom, Millie, Jessica, Sam and Alex. Funeral service to be held on Monday, June 16 at St. Saviour's Church, Shotton at 12.30 p.m., followed by cremation at Sunderland Crematorium.

EVERARD David Died peacefully at home in High Shincliffe aged 96 years. Funeral at Durham Crematorium South Road, Wednesday June 18 at 12.00 noon. No flowers, donations to Marie Curie Cancer Care.

GOWLING (nee Winter) June 5, 2008, peacefully at Defoe Court Nursing Home, Newton Aycliffe. Ivy aged 89 years, dearly loved mam of Marion, Lis, Tom and Denyse and a loving nan to Ray, Marina, Chris, David, Richard, Mark, Declan and Lucy. Would friends please meet at Neville Parade Methodist Church on Friday, June 13 for service at 10.00 a.m., followed by interment at Chilton Ceme-tery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, to the Alzheimers Society.

GRADY June 10 of Bishop Auckland, formerly of Witton Park. Veronica (Vera), aged 82 years. Beloved wife of the late Joseph, devoted mam of Michael, Joseph and Anthony, a dear mother-in-law, much loved and loving nana and great-nana, also a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunt. To be received into St. Marys R.C. Church, Bishop Auckland at 7.00 p.m. on Tuesday June 17, followed by Requiem Mass on Wednesday June 18 at 11.00 a.m. Interment in Witton Park Cemetery to follow. R.I.P.

HALL (nee Hoggart) On June 7, peacefully in hospital, of Beech Court, Langley Park, a former Sub-Postmistress. Glad, aged 79 years, beloved wife of Phil, a much missed aunt and sister to Lily. Friends please meet for service at All Saints' Church, Langley Park on Friday, June 13 at 2.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only.

HALL June 9 (peacefully in Denehurst), formerly of Croxdale. Margaret (nee Blenkinsopp), in her 99th year, beloved wife of the late Tommy, a dearly loved mam of Jimmy, Tommy and the late Robert and Margaret, a loving mother-in-law and a much loved nan, gran, great-gran and great-great-gran. Would friends please meet in Tudhoe Methodist Chapel Tuesday for a service at 11.20 a.m., followed by committal at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be left in the collection plate for Chapel Funds.

HALLIWELL June 11 (peacefully, at home). John, aged 71 years of Wheatley Hill. Loving partner of Freda, much loved dad and granda. Cortege to leave the residence Wednesday June 18, at 10.00 a.m. for service at All Saints' Church, Wheatley Hill at 10.15 a.m. prior to private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired, to MacMillan Nurses c/o the family.

HAMMOND On June 8, peacefully in hospital after a long illness. Don, aged 73 years, of Hurworth Place, dearly beloved husband of Janet, much loved dad of Mark and Louise, father-in-law of Rob, adored 'granddad Don' and great-granddad, much loved brother and uncle. Funeral Friday, June 13. Would friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 9.45 a.m., prior to cremation. No flowers please by request. 'No more struggling'

HARKER Fred, passed away peacefully on June 4, aged 90 years, a beloved husband of the late Joyce (nee Williams), a much loved dad of Ray, Rose, Rita and Malcolm also dearly loved grandad and great-grandad. All family and friends are most welcome to the funeral service to be held at the Kingdom Hall, Louvaine Terrace Ferryhill Friday June 13 at 1.00 p.m., followed by interment in Duncombe Cemetery.

HOBAN Thomas On June 4. Thomas Hoban, aged 90 years, died peacefully in hospital. Retired Teacher and lifelong resident of Trimdon Village. His sons Frank and Michael and their families invite family, friends and neighbours to his Requiem Mass at St. William's R.C. Church, Front Street, Trimdon Village at 10.15 a.m. on Thursday, June 12. Please send all floral tributes to Co-operative Funeralcare, Cedar Cottage, 7 Front Street, Sedgefield TS21 2AJ.

HOLMES Suddenly at home, on June 8, of College View, Esh Winning. Danny, aged 76 years, dearly loved husband of Lorna, much loved dad of Philip, David and Kathleen. Friends please meet for service in Esh Winning Baptist Church on Friday, June 13 at 12.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu for St. Cuthbert's Hospice may be given after the service. Friends welcome for refreshments at The Dreadnought afterwards.

HORNER Peacefully at home, in Eldon, on June 6. Raymond (Ray), aged 67 years, beloved husband of Andrea, dearly loved dad of Karen, Michelle and Raymond, a dear father-in-law, much loved grandad of Paula, Micheal, Sean, Laura-May, Bethany and Katie, great-grandad of Libby and Laila, also a beloved brother, uncle and friend. Will friends please meet for service in St. Mark's Church, Eldon at 9.30 a.m. on Thursday, June 12, followed by cremation at Durham.

HULL Audrey Beloved nana of Sharon, Tracey and Mandy, great-nana of Kimberley, Sean, Sarah, Jemma, Daniel, Shanice, Jasmin, Ryan, Georgia and Leo and great-great-nana of Kacey and Brandon. Will be sadly missed xx

HULL On June 6, peacefully in the Manor Care Home. Audrey, aged 80 years, dearly beloved wife of the late Fred, much loved mam of Jean, Norah, Brenda, Margaret, Brian, Edna, Sheila and the late Colin, adored nana, great-nana and great-great-nana. Funeral Monday, June 16. Would friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 3.15 p.m., prior to cremation. Floral tributes may be sent c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.

INCHLIFFE Stanley Peacefully, at home in Hawsker on June 6. Stan (Stanley) aged 82 years. Formerly of County Durham. Loving husband of the late Lorna, much loved father to Linda, Peter and Rose, big brother to Enid and Russell, dear uncle to Morag, cousin and good friend. Loved and remembered fondly by many. Funeral service to be held on Friday June 20, at Woodlands Crematorium, Scarborough at 11.20 a.m. Would friends and family please meet at the crematorium chapel. Donations in lieu of flowers if so desired to, Whitby Lifeboat. All enquiries to, Co-operative Funeralcare, Whitby. Tel: (01947) 602076.

JAMIESON Mary, of Colburn, peacefully in hospital on June 9. Dearly loved mum of David, Alan, Yvonne and Dianne, a dear mum-in-law and a treasured nan and great gran. Funeral service in St. John's Church, Hipswell on Monday, June 16 at 2.00 p.m., followed by burial in the cemetery. Friends please meet at the church.

LAMB On June 5 (peacefully), of Bishop Auckland. Betty (nee Trotter), aged 96 years, beloved wife of the late George, loving mam of Robert and the late Jean, Alan, Margaret and Irene, also a much loved mother-in-law, gran and great-gran. Friends please meet for service in St. Anne's Church on Friday June 13 at 10.00 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.

LANCASTER On June 7, suddenly in hospital. Ian, aged 58 years, of Laburnum Crescent, Trimdon Station. Beloved husband of Alison, loving son, brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Cortege leaving residence Monday, June 16. Friends please meet at St. Mary Magdalene Church, Trimdon Village for service at 1.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Enquiries to Speckman's Funeral Service. Tel. (01429) 838199.

LE CORE May 18, of Stowmarket. Lily (nee Smith) beloved wife of Denis (formerly of Northallerton), sister of Ernie and Nellie and of the late Annie, Jack, Walter and Edna. Cremated at Stowmarket.

LEE June 6, of Hunwick, after a long illness. Olive (nee Bainbridge), aged 69 years, beloved wife of Brian, loving mam of David and Diane, mother-in-law of Tracy and Paul, dear gran of Megan, Emma and Paige, also a loving daughter of Ena. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 2.30 p.m. on Monday, June 16. Family flowers only. Donations in memory may be given for Marie Curie, plate provided at the crematorium.

LIDDLE June 7 (peacefully, at home), of Moor Edge, Brandon. Rose Elizabeth, aged 83 years. Beloved wife to Ralph, a dear sister to Nora, Harry and Lillian, a much loved aunt to nieces and nephews. Will friends please meet for service at St. Johns Church, Meadowfield on Monday June 16, at 10.15 a.m. followed by cremation at Durham.

LINCOLN Eleanor Suddenly in Southwoods Nursing Home on June 8. Ella, aged 80 years. Much loved wife to the late Bob, also a devoted mam, grandma and great-grandma. Family and friends please meet at St. Thomas' Parish Church, Brompton on Monday, June 16, at 1.30 p.m. prior to cremation at Darlington Crematorium.

LODGE June 3, 2008. Peacefully, in hospital. John, aged 91 years of Darlington. Dearly loved husband of the late Lily, much loved brother. Funeral Friday June 13. Would friends please meet 2.45 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.

LOWTHER Frances Mary (Molly), died on June 3, 2008. Service to be held at Darlington Crematorium on Friday, June 13 at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only please.

MAGRYS On June 4, peacefully of Geneva Road, Darling-ton. Elizabeth Ann (Betty), aged 76 years, beloved wife of Wladyslaw (Bill), dearly loved mother of Anthony and will be sadly missed by family and friends. Funeral Monday, June 16. Friends please meet for service in Eastbourne Methodist Church at 1.15 p.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only. Donations may be sent for St. Teresa's Hospice, The Woodlands, Woodland Road, Darlington DL3 7UA.

MAHONY June 12 (suddenly) in Shildon. Marina, aged 43 years, formerly of Bishop Auckland. Treasured daughter of Patrick and Assunta, also a dear sister, aunt, niece, cousin and friend. Will friends please meet for Requiem Mass in St. Wilfrids R.C. Church, Bishop Auckland at 12.00 noon on Thursday June 19, followed by cremation at Durham. On whose soul sweet Jesus have Mercy.

MASON June 8, of Coronation Road, Chilton. Bobby, aged 53 years. Dearly loved husband of Jackie and a dear dad and granda. 'Fairwell to The Weasel'. Cortege leaving residence at 11.00 a.m. on Friday June 13 for service and committal at Durham Crematorium at 11.30 a.m.

McNICHOL Alfred (Mac) Passed away in Bassetlaw Hospital on Monday, June 9, 2008 aged 79 years. Beloved father of Amanda and Elizabeth, granddad to Nick, Sarah, Emily and Lucy, a dearly loved brother, uncle and father-in-law. The funeral service to take place St. Mary Magdalene Church, Walkeringham on Wednesday, June 18, 2008 at 1.45 p.m., followed by cremation at Rosehill Crematorium, Doncaster. For further funeral details please contact E Hurton and Son, 73 Grove Street, Retford, Notts. Tel (01777) 703502.

MEYNELL June 8 (peacefully, in hospital after a long illness). Mary, aged 70 years, of Welbury. Dearly loved wife of Terry, loving mother of Robin, Marianne, Leslie, Sally and a dear mother-in-law and gran. Funeral service to take place in St. Leonards Church, Welbury on Tuesday June 17, at 12.00 noon, followed by cremation. No flowers, but donations if wished may be tiven for The Friarage and Ruston Hospitals, Northallerton.

MODEN On June 7, suddenly in hospital, at Cambridge. Edna (nee Smith), beloved wife of Jack (formerly of Northaller-ton), sister of Ernie and Nellie and also of the late Annie, Jack, Walter and Lily. Funeral to be arranged at Cambridge.

MOORE June 8 (suddenly at home), of Chilton. Ellen (nee Pearson), aged 74 years, beloved wife of George, a dearly loved mam of Alex and Jackie, Elizabeth and Ian and the late Adehl and a much loved nana, gran, sister and aunt. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium Friday for a service and committal at 12.00 noon.

MULVANEY June 6 (peacefully, in hospital) of I'Anson Street, Darlington. Peggy, aged 85 years. Beloved wife of the late Tommy, loving mum to Jennifer, also a devoted nanna to Craig. Funeral Monday June 16. Would friends please meet 10.15 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium

MURDOCH June 4 (suddenly, at home), of Spennymoor. Annie (nee Hopwood) aged 85 years. A much loved mam of Jimmy, Margaret, John and the late Maureen, also a loving nana and great-nana. Would friends please meet for service at St. Pauls Church, Spennymoor on Monday June 16, at 11.10 a.m. followed by private cremation.

MUSGROVE Sherburn Road. Peacefully, in hospital on June 9, aged 75 years. Jim, beloved husband of Adeline, much loved dad, father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad of all the family. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday June 17, at 1.00 p.m.

NEALE On June 8, suddenly at home in Newton Aycliffe. Peter James, aged 68 years, a much loved husband of Pauline, dad of Ian, Stewart and Colette, father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. Would family and friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium on Tuesday, June 17 at 2.45 p.m. Floral tributes may be sent to John Meynell Funeral Service, Stephenson Way, Newton Aycliffe.

PEARSON June 7 (peacefully in hospital). Arthur, aged 90 years, of East Layton, a beloved husband of Margaret (nee Watson), a loving father of Ian, Valerie and Andrew, a dear father-in-law of Julie and Steve and dear grandad of Claire, Lynsey, Carl and Matthew, also a dear brother-in-law, loving uncle, great-uncle and great-great-uncle. Funeral Tuesday, June 17. Would friends please meet 10.30 a.m. for service in St. Cuthbert's Church, Forcett, prior to interment at Caldwell Churchyard.

PIGG Michael Beloved son of the late Jock and Betty, dearly loved nephew of Auntie Dot, cousin to Barbara and family and Margaret. Funeral Tuesday, June 17. Would friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 11.45 a.m., prior to cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Mencap.

PRATT Samuel (Sam), aged 88 years, of Croft. Dearly loved husband of Joan, dear dad of Alistair, Gloria and the late Jennifer Ann, son-in-law Bill and a loving grandad. A private cremation has taken place.

RICHARDS On June 7, in hospital after a brave fight. Marian, aged 86 years, of Darlington, beloved wife of the late Walter, dearest auntie of Pat, Tony, Shirley, Harry, Peter, Andrea and families, loving friend and special mum of Christine and Ena. Funeral Thursday, June 12. Would friends please meet for service in St. John's Church, Darlington at 9.30 a.m., prior to private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to St. John's Church and the Great North Air Ambulance.

ROBINSON June 8, peacefully at home, of Pennine Way, Chilton. John (Jack), aged 73 years, beloved husband of Carol, dearly loved dad of Angela and John, devoted granda of Ben and a dear brother of Keith and Joan. Would friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium Chapel on Wednesday, June 18 at 3.30 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, for the British Heart Foundation, a plate will be provided at the crematorium.

ROBSON (nee Miller) Effie, passed away peacefully at Tenlands Care Home, Ferryhill on Friday June 6. Will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Funeral details to be confirmed.

ROSS Norman Sievwright Peacefully at home on June 5. Norman, aged 88 years. Loving dad to Jean and Carole, father-in-law to Norman and John, also a devoted grandad and great-grandad. Family and friends please meet at Teesside Crematorium on Saturday June 14, at 10.15 a.m. for service. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if so desired to, The Butterwick Hospice, Middlefield Road, Stockton. TS19 8XN.

ROWE Jill (nee Midcalf), of Shildon (formerly of Butterknowle), died peacefully in hospital on June 6, aged 41 years. Beloved mam of Craig, also a loving sister of Carol, Moira and Alison. Funeral service at St. John's Church, Lynesack on Friday, June 13 at 2.00 p.m., followed by interment in Lynesack Cemetery. Will friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given for the Intensive Care Unit, Darlington Memorial Hospital, care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, 100 Galgate, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8BJ.

RUTHERFORD (Durham) Peacefully, at home on June 7, aged 67 years. Joan (nee Fisher). Beloved wife of Denis, a devoted mum of David and Adrian, a much loved grandma of Duncan, Sophie and Megan, will be sadly missed by all. Friends please meet for service at The Durham Crematorium on Friday June 13 at 1.30 p.m.

SCARTH On June 8, after a short illness, of Sherburn Village. Edward Arthur (Eddie), aged 70 years, a much loved dad and grandad. Cremation Durham Crematorium Friday, June 13. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at 2.30 p.m. All enquiries to East Durham Funeral Services. Tel. (0191) 5864322.

SEDGEMAN June 3 (peacefully) formerly of Gilesgate. Margaret, aged 76 years. Beloved wife of the late Jack, a much missed mother of Sharon, Shirley, John and Keith, also a dear grandmother, great - grandmother and great - great - grand mother. Friends please meet for service at St. Giles Church, Gilesgate on Thursday June 12, at 12.30 p.m. followed by interment in Belmont Cemetery.

SEWELL June 9, peacefully in Newtown House, Stanhope, formerly of Bishop Auckland. Enid Adeline Frances (nee Rogers), aged 92 years, beloved wife of the late Wilfred, much loved mother of Gordon, mother-in-law to Jennifer, grandmother of David and Catherine, also a great grand-mother. Funeral service to take place in St. Andrew's Church, South Church, Bishop Auckland at 12.00 noon on Thursday, June 12, followed by cremation at Durham.

SIMPSON June 12 (in the Richardson Hospital), of Barnard Castle. Henry (Harry), aged 80 years, loved and loving father of Malcolm, Brigid, Jenny, Sarah and Mark. Father-in-law of Brenda, Marie and Alec, dear brother of Bob, Joan and Kathleen and fantastic grandad to Charlotte, Daniel, Ethan, Lauren, Robert, Joshua, Abbey and Job. Sadly missed by all of his family and friends. Would family and friends please meet for funeral service and committal at St. Mary's Parish Church, Barnard Castle on Tuesday, June 17 at 12.45 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given in church to Church Funds.

SPARKS June 11, of West Auckland formerly of Roddymoor. Kenneth (Ken), aged 73 years. Beloved husband of Mary, devoted dad of Ann and Terry, dear step-dad to Diane, a much loved grandad and great-grandad, also a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium on Friday June 20, at 1.00 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations in memory may be left in the crematorium for Cancer Research.

STANDEN Durham On June 1, suddenly at home. Michael, aged 70 years, beloved husband of Valerie and devoted father of Louis and Guy. Will be sadly missed. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Thursday, June 12 at 11.00 a.m. By request, family flowers only. A private celebration will be arranged for the end of July.

STRONG On June 5, peacefully, in hospital. Nora (nee Watson) aged 91 years of Shadforth, a dearly loved wife of the late John, a beloved sister of Ethel and the late Barbara, also a dear aunt. Requiem Mass Wednesday June 11 at St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Mill Lane, Gilesgate 9.15 a.m., prior to cremation at Durham Crema-torium. Friends please meet at the Church.

SUTTILL On June 6 (peacefully at the Friary Hospital, Richmond, after a difficult illness), of The Old Pound, Bellerby Road, Leyburn. Frank, aged 72 years, dearly loved husband of Heather, very dear dad of Keith and Janet and loving grandpa of Kate. Funeral service to be held at Leyburn Methodist Chapel on Thursday, June 12 at 1.00 p.m., followed later by cremation at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please, however donations in memory of Frank, if so desired, may be given at the service for the British Epilepsy Association and Yorkshire Cancer Research. Will friends please meet at the chapel and accept this intimation.

TARN Darlington On June 6, of Springfield Care Home, formerly of Dalkeith House. Beatrice, aged 90 years, devoted daughter to the late Frederick. Funeral Thursday, June 12. Service to be held in Darlington Crematorium at 10.45 a.m. Floral tributes if so desired will be accepted by Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington DL3 9EL. Tel: (01325) 482999.

TARN Darlington On June 6, of Springfield Care Home, formerly of Dalkeith House. Beatrice, aged 90 years, devoted daughter to the late Frederick. Funeral Wednesday, June 18, service to be held in Darlington Crematorium 2.45 p.m. Floral tributes if so desired will be accepted by Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington DL3 9EL. Tel: (01325) 482999. Please note change of date and time.

TEASDALE June 5, peacefully in Whorlton Grange Residential Care Home (late of Winston Court, Staindrop). Thomas Henry (Harry), aged 88 years, dearly beloved husband of the late Dorathy, loved stepfather of Jennifer, also a dearest Grandad Harry of Katy, Amanda and Jon. Cremation Thursday, June 12 at Darlington, following a service in the crematorium chapel at 2.45 p.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium.

TOWNSON June 8 (in hospital) of Nora Fenby House, Cockerton (formerly of Haswell Grange, East Cowton). Ronald, aged 81 years. Service at All Saints Church, East Cowton at 2.00 p.m. on Monday June 16, followed by interment at the cemetery.

TWITTY Suddenly and peacefully on June 8, of Boundary Court, Bishop Auckland (late of Bowburn). James, aged 85 years, dearly beloved husband of the late Jessie, much loved and devoted father of Colin and Jane. Sadly missed brother-in-law of Nan and the late Colin, also a dear loving uncle and cousin. Cortege to leave Rush Park for a funeral service at Bowburn Methodist Chapel on Tuesday, June 17 at 1.45 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham at 2.30 p.m. and to meet afterwards at Bowburn Hall Hotel. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations in lieu to the British Red Cross Society. Words cannot begin to describe the loss felt by your passing Dad, a wonderful caring, loving father who will always be remembered with so much love and fondness by all who ever knew you.

WEARS Robert Suddenly on June 1, at home, Robert, aged 66 years, of Sunningdale Drive, Eaglescliffe. Much loved son of Robert and Margaret. Dad of Robert and Jane, grandad of Rachel and Matthew, father-in-law to David and Katharine. Rest in peace Dad. You will be greatly missed. Funeral service to take place at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday, June 11 at 3.00 p.m. Friends and family to meet at crematorium prior to service. Please send all flowers to Co-operative Funeralcare, 99-109 Norton Road, Stockton-on-Tees.

WHITEHEAD On June 3, suddenly of Moorlands Care Home, Darlington. Joyce, aged 79 years, beloved wife of the late Edwin, also a much loved sister-in-law and friend. Funeral on Tuesday, June 17. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 11.15 a.m.

WHITHAM Robert (Bob) was suddenly taken from us whilst travelling the Canadian Rockies on June 5 with his adored wife Christine. Brother to Peter, John and Philip and son to the late Syd and Gwen. He leaves behind his loving wife Christine and two sons Jason and Darren and daughter Hayley. We all loved him so much and will miss him. Funeral details can be obtained from Ian Hart Funeral Services. Tel: (01903) 206299.

WILSHAW (nee Raine) June 11, peacefully in Bedale Grange, formerly of Rock Road, Spennymoor. Joan, aged 89 years, beloved wife of the late Harry, dearly loved mother of Mary and Catherine, also a loving mother-in-law, gran and great-gran. Funeral service to be held at Darlington Crematorium on Wednes-day, June 18 at 11.15 a.m. No flowers by request. Donations, if desired, to Catherine Morris for the Ovarian Cancer Research.

WILSON June 9, at 2 Maythorne, Leyburn (formerly of Helperby). Allan, aged 71 years. Beloved husband of Heather, dearly loved father of Jacqueline and Douglas and a very dear grandfather and brother. Funeral service at St. Michael and All Angels Church, Spennithorne on Monday June 16 at 12.30 p.m. followed by private cremation. Donations if desired in lieu of flowers for the church fabric fund (plate in church). Friends please meet at the church.

WILSON Malcolm Suddenly at home on June 8. Malcolm, aged 68 years, of Marske (formerly Redcar and Hurworth). Loving husband of Elizabeth, devoted and much loved dad of Ian, Catherine and Jane, brother to Stan and grandad to Ben, George and Oliver. Funeral service will take place on Wednesday, June 18 at 2.00 p.m. in Marske Methodist Church. Will friends please meet at church. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to the R.N.L.I.

WORSNOP Jack, of School Aycliffe, County Durham, passed away on June 8, 2008, beloved husband and best friend of Jean, formerly of Gunnerside and Richmond. Funeral service to be held at Darlington Crematorium on Friday, June 13 at 1.45 p.m. Will friends please meet at the crematorium and accept this intimation.

WRIGHT Elizabeth (Betty), aged 97 years, died most peacefully on June 5 in the loving care of the staff at Devonshire House Nursing Home. Widow of Joseph Cecil Wright, much loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. A very special lady. Funeral service at St. Paulinus R.C. Church, St. Helens (Church of England service) on Monday, June 16 at 1.45 p.m., followed by burial in Evenwood Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the Children's Diabetic Trust Fund at Bishop Auckland General Hospital.

YOUNG (Nettlesworth) June 11, peacefully, at St. Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham. Vivien, aged 54 years, dearly loved wife of Ray, devoted mam of Adam and Helen, much loved daughter of Maurice and Eleanor also a loved sister to Neville and Claire. Will be sadly missed by all her loving family and many friends. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday June 17 at 10.00 a.m. By request, family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired may be sent to St. Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham.

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