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ACTON June 18 (peacefully at home), of Oxclose Crescent, Spennymoor. Robert (Paddy), aged 86 years, dearly beloved husband of Elsie, loving dad to Elsie and Alvin and much loved granda and great-granda. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium Tuesday for a service and committal at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only by request.

AIREY Donald June 13, peacefully, of Dinsdale Crescent, Darlington. 'Little Don', aged 82 years, a dearly loved husband of Gwen, a much loved dad of Stephen, Yvonne and the late Linda, dear father-in-law of Angela and George and a loving granddad and great-granddad. Funeral Friday, June 20. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 1.45 p.m.

ALMOND Stanley Peter On June 18, peacefully in hospital, of Thirsk (formerly of Sutton-under-Whitestonecliffe). Peter, aged 88 years, beloved husband of the late Joyce, a dearly loved father of Michael, Les, Jeff, David, Helen, Philip and Gillian, also a much loved grandad and great-grandad. Will friends please meet for service in St. Felix Church, Felixkirk on Friday, June 27 at 12.30 p.m., prior to interment. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for Friends of the Friarage Hospital.

ASPEL Anne (nee Carson), aged 62 years, formerly of Patterdale Close, Crook, passed away peacefully on May 31, after a short illness, at Morrison Hospital, South Wales. Beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Interment of her ashes on Wednesday, June 18 at 11.00 a.m. at St. Cuthbert's Church, Crook, all welcome.

ATKINSON June 14, suddenly, but peacefully at home, of Lanchester. Peter, aged 70 years, a dearly loved husband of Monica, a loving father of Tony, Paula and Karen, father-in-law of Liz, Victor and Laurence and a devoted granda of Katy, Danny, Jess, Joe, Hanna, Jack, Michael and Lucia. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass in All Saints' R.C. Church, Lanchester on Saturday, June 21 at 10.00 a.m., followed by interment in Lanchester Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu for the Children's Dialysis Unit, R.V.I., Newcastle may be given after the Mass. Friends welcome for refreshments at Lanchester Club after wards. On whose soul sweet Jesus have mercy. R.I.P

BAINBRIDGE Ivy On June 12, peacefully at Highfield Care Home, Yarm. Ivy aged 92 years, of Low Worsall, dearly loved sister of Clifford, Ida, Walter and the late Willie, Cyril and Austin and a beloved aunt and great-aunt. Funeral Friday, June 20. Friends please meet for service in Worsall Methodist Church at 10.30 a.m., followed by interment at Worsall Churchyard. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, for Worsall Methodist Church Fund c/o Rev. Richard Bielby.

BAISTER June 18 (peacefully at home), of St. Johns Chapel. John David (Jack), aged 91 years, loving husband of Mary, dearly loved dad of Pauline, dear father-in-law of David, devoted grandad of Alison, Jennifer and Paul and great-grandad of Amy and Joe. Sadly missed by family and friends. Friends please meet for service in St. John's Church, St. Johns Chapel on Thursday, June 26 at 10.30 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, may be sent to St. John's Church, St. Johns Chapel.

BARKER George on June 14, 2008 in his 84th year, peace fully at Oak Mount and formerly of Prospect View. Beloved husband to the late Cynthia, father of Keith, sadly missed by his loving daughter Sue, daughter-in-law Susan, grandchildren Sarah, Helen, Vickie, Jonathon, relatives and friends. Funeral service to be held on Friday, June 20 at 2.15 p.m. at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to Herriot Hospice Homecare.

BARNES June 9 (suddenly, at home). Gilly, aged 71 years, of Darlington. A beloved husband of the late Valerie, father of Leah and Bev, also a loving grandad, brother and uncle. Funeral Friday June 20. Would friends please meet 11.15 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium

BAYNHAM On June 17, of Shildon. Linda, aged 55 years, beloved wife of David, a much loved and loving mam of Amanda, David and Iain, also a dear nanna, sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Will friends please meet for service in St. John's Church at 9.45 a.m. on Tuesday, June 24, followed by cremation at Darlington.

BEADMAN Dorothy (nee Hayllar) aged 62 years. On June 14, at home, after a long illness courageously borne, devoted partner of Murray, beloved mother and mother-in-law to Jonathan, Andrew, Jamie and Larissa and grandmother of Ronan and Jasmine. Sister to Frederick and sister-in-law to Judy, adored niece and cousin, much loved friend and colleague to many. At Dorothy's request, the cremation will be a private family service, following this, she wished the family to be joined by her friends for a Service of Remembrance at St. Mary's Church, Longnewton on Friday, June 20 at 2.30 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired, to St. Teresa's Hospice, Darlington or Macmillan Cancer Relief.

BEADMAN Dorothy (nee Hayllar) My darling, how proud I am to have been your loving partner, you bravely fought against your illness to the end. The same indomitable spirit with which you brought up your family and as a teacher helped all those needy pupils who came under your care, never left you. Our love will remain in my heart and mind forever darling. God Bless and keep you safe. Murray.

BEADMAN Dorothy (nee Hayllar) The tide recedes, but leaves behind bright seashells on the sand. The sun goes down, but gentle warmth still lingers on the land. The music stops, and yet it echoes on in sweet refrains, for every joy that passes, something beautiful remains. In our hearts forever Mum. Jonathan, Andrew, Jamie and Larissa xxx.

BENSON Newton Aycliffe On June 18, suddenly at home. Donald Joseph, aged 81 years, ex Cleveland Bridge, dearly beloved husband to Jean, a dear brother of Pat, Angela and the late Joan and Verna, also brother-in-law to Bob and a much loved uncle and great-uncle. Funeral Wednesday, June 25. Requiem Mass to be held in St. Mary's R.C. Church 1.00 p.m., followed by interment in Aycliffe Village Church-yard. Would friends kindly meet at the Church. No flowers please, by request. Donations in lieu if so desired in aid of the Great North East Air Ambulance will be accepted by Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington DL3 9EL. Tel: (01325) 482999.

BILTON Harry On June 13, in St. Cuthbert's Hospice. Harry, of Witton Gilbert. Youngest son of the late John and Peggy. A short Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday June 25, at 1.00 p.m. at St. Michael and All Angels' Church, Witton Gilbert. Donations if desired to St. Cuthbert's Hospice, Merryoaks, Durham.

BLYTH April 20, of West Cornforth. George, aged 76 years. A loving brother and uncle. Would friends please meet for service at Rosa Street Methodist Chapel, Spennymoor on Tuesday June 24, at 9.45 a.m. followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.

BLYTH June 18 (suddenly), of Spennymoor. Philip, aged 85 years, a loved dad, grandad, brother and very dear friend of Denis. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium, Monday, June 23 for a service and committal at 9.30 a.m.

BOATH Frank Fairweather (Jock), aged 83 years, of Richmond. Sadly passed away in hospital after a short illness, on June 17. Dearly loved husband of Mary, beloved father of Heather, Frances and Sarah, a very dearly loved grandfather of Catherine, Christina, Erica, Fiona and Steven, Jo and Adam and great-grandad of Mai and Emily. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Richmond on Wednesday, June 25 at 2.00 p.m., followed by interment in the cemetery. Family flowers only please, friends please meet at the church. If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane We'd walk right up to Heaven and bring you home again.

BRAIDFORD Peacefully in Brandon Lodge Nursing Home, on June 18, of Falcon Way, Esh Winning. Marion Coulthard, aged 91 years, loving sister of John and Frank and a much loved aunt and great-aunt. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday, June 25 at 1.00 p.m. Friends welcome for refreshments at the Stonebridge Inn afterwards.

BRENNAND Framwellgate Moor Peacefully on June 16, aged 92 years. May (nee Mallinson), beloved wife of Jack, a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother. Will be sadly missed by all her family and many friends. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Monday, June 23 at 10.00 a.m. By request, family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be sent to the British Heart Foundation.

BRYCE (Durham) On June 12, peacefully in St. Margaret's Nursing Home. Mary (nee Vest), aged 89 years, beloved wife of the late Bobby, loving mother of Andrew, Robin and Jennifer, a dear mother-in-law of Susan, Susan and Bob, a treasured gran of Richard, Jonathan, Philip, Lesley and Alastair. Friends please meet for service at St. Oswald's Church, Durham City on Wednesday, June 18 at 1.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to the Alzheimer's Association.

BURNSIDE Darlington June 12, peacefully in St. George's Hall, late of Ted Fletcher Court. Rita, aged 80 years, formerly of Binns Clothing Department. Funeral Wednesday, June 18. Service to be held in Darlington Crematorium 1.15 p.m. Any enquiries to Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Cockerton, Darlington DL3 9EL. Tel: (01325) 482999.

BYRNE Jean (Gran) With tears in our eyes we whisper low, 'Goodnight and God Bless, we love you so'. From Keegan, Catherine, Dannieleigh and Annaleaha.

BYRNE June 15, of Bishop Auckland. Jean, aged 80 years, beloved wife of the late Harry, devoted mam of Stephen, Lynn and Graham, dear mother-in-law to Alan, a much loved and loving grandma and great-grandma, also dear sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Will friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church at 2.30 p.m. on Thursday, June 19, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in memory can be made to the British Heart Foundation, c/o the family.

COLLINSON Ron On June 5 (suddenly in Qatar), of Dundee and formerly of Mildred Street, Darlington. Ron, aged 65 years, dearly loved husband of Denise, much loved father of Sarah, dear father-in-law of Gary and treasured grandad of Eva and Nell. Funeral Tuesday, June 24. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium 1.15 p.m.

COOPER Grace (nee Markham) Peacefully on June 10. Grace, aged 87 years, devoted wife of the late George, a loving mum to Samantha, a proud grandma to Sofia and Gonso, sister to Allan and Dorothy and stepmum to Lis. Funeral service to take place on June 20 into St. Cuthbert's Church, Marton at 12.15 p.m., prior to cremation into St. Bede's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium at 1.00 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Cancer Research UK. Resting at and all enquiries to the Co-operative Funeral-care, 398 Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough. Tel (01642) 828301.

COWAN On June 17, peacefully, in hospital of Northaller-ton. Christine, aged 66 years (known as Sister Cowan), nee Lassie, dearly loved wife of George, loving mother of Linda and Anthony, dear mother-in-law of Mark and Jane and a fabulous grandma to Chris, Daniella and Chloe. Funeral service to be held in Northallerton Methodist Church on Tuesday, June 24 at 12.30 p.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only. Donations if wished may be given for the British Heart Foundation and the Diabetic Association. Will always be in our hearts.

COYLE West Rainton On June 15, suddenly at home. Jean (nee Embleton) aged 70 years a dear wife of the late Raymond and the late James also a cherished mam of Jeff, Keith and Julie, treasured grandma of Shaun, Michael, Alice Rose, Jay and Luke also a great-grandma of Lauren. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Monday June 23 at 2.00 p.m. Jean will be sadly missed by all her family and friends.

CROSBY Jack Lionel, formerly Reader in Genetics in the University of Durham, died at home at Stanhope, aged 91 years, on June 19. He was the only son of Matthew South Crosby JP and Elsie Hooker Crosby of Wisbech, Cambridgeshire. He leaves his wife June, children, grandchildren and a great-grandson. Funeral at St. Thomas' Church, Stanhope at 10.45 a.m. on Wednesday, June 25. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to the Woodland Trust. May he rest in peace.

CULLEN June 16, peacefully, at home, in Newton Aycliffe. Denis Albert, aged 84 years, beloved husband of the late Elizabeth, loving dad of the late Brian, also a much loved grandad and great-grandad. Funeral service on Monday, June 23 Durham Crematorium at 3.00 p.m. Floral tributes may be sent to John Meynell Funeral Service, Stephenson Way, Newton Aycliffe.

DARGUE June 13 (peacefully at home after an illness bravely borne), of Bank Top, Ettersgill. Dylys Mary, aged 70 years, dearly loved wife of Dennis, a much loved mother of David and Valerie, mother-in-law of Geoffrey, dearly loved granny of Marian and William, sister of John and Elsie and a dear aunt. Friends please meet for service and interment at St. James the Less Church, Forest-in-Teesdale on Friday, June 20 at 2.30 p.m. Donations may be made in church for Cancer Research and Church Funds.

DAWSON June 14, peacefully, in hospital, of Fencehouses. Frederick Appleby (Ted), aged 88 years, devoted husband of the late Nancy, a dearly loved father of Valerie and Joy and much loved father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Friday, June 20 at 10.30 a.m. Family flowers only please.

DOUGHERTY June 15 (peacefully, in hospital) of Coleridge Gardens, Darlington. Peter (The Doc) aged 71 years. Reunited with his loving wife Marjorie, also loving dad, grandad and great-grandad. Funeral Wednesday June 25. Would friends please meet 10.30 a.m. for Requiem Mass at St. Augustine's R.C. Church, Darlington followed by interment in The East Cemetery, Darlington. R.I.P.

DUNCAN Eileen Mary, widow of the Rev. Harold Duncan, died peacefully on June 6, at St. John's Home, Oxford, aged 98 years. Much missed by her two children, six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

EDDON June 14, of Darlington. Morris, aged 66 years. Funeral service on Thursday June 26, Darlington Crematorium at 10.15 a.m. Enquiries to, John Meynell Funeral Service. Tel: (01325) 382542.

EMERSON June 17, of St. Helens, Bishop Auckland. Sylvia (nee Williams), formerly McKimm and Cuss, aged 58 years, dearly loved wife, mother, nana, sister and aunty. Will friends please meet for service in Woodhouse Close Church on Monday, June 23 at 2.15 p.m., followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium.

FINN June 17, peacefully, of Newton Aycliffe. Joseph Robert (Joe), aged 66 years, a caring and loving husband of Sheila, a great friend and dad of Steven and Trevor, dear father-in-law of Jan and Sue, a wonderful and much loved granda of Matthew, Andy, Abbie, Robert and Anna. Will be remembered always and greatly missed. Funeral Thursday, June 26. Would friends please meet 2.00 p.m. for service at St. Clare's Church, Newton Aycliffe, prior to burial at the West Cemetery, School Aycliffe. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Butterwick Hospice, Bishop Auckland.

FORAN On June 15, Patrick, at home, after a long illness, aged 67 years, much loved husband of Carol and father of Michael and Martin. Cortege to leave residence on Friday, June 20 for service at St. Osmund's R.C. Church, Gainford at 10.00 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, for the Injured Jockeys' Fund and St. Osmund's Church, collection plate at church.

FULLEN (Lanchester) June 14, peacefully with his family. Gerard Michael, aged 53 years, a loved and appreciated brother and uncle of all the family. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass in Lanchester All Saints' R.C. Church on Thursday, June 19 at 10.30 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Willowburn Hospice, Maiden Law, Lanchester. On whose soul sweet Jesus have mercy. R.I.P

GARBUTT Elsie on June 16 in Walton Manor Wakefield and of Darlington, aged 85 years, a much loved sister and aunt. Funeral service will take place at the West Cemetery Chapel, Darlington on Tuesday June 24 at 2.00 p.m., followed by interment in the Cemetery.

GARTHWAITE June 13, after a short illness, of The Grange Care Home, Darlington (formerly of Hutton Avenue). Kathleen Mary (Kathy), aged 83 years, dearly loved wife of the late Arthur, loving mum of Eddie and Valerie and a much loved grandmother. Funeral Friday, June 20. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 11.45 a.m.

GEDDES June 14 (peacefully, in hospital), of Esh Wood View, Ushaw Moor. Thomas William (Tommy), aged 89 years (formerly of The 8th Battalion D.L.I.) Dearly loved husband of Doris, dear dad of Ann and brother-in-law of Irene and Harry and a much loved grandad and great-grandad. Mini bus provided, leaving Esh Wood View at 10.40 a.m. for service at St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Ushaw Moor on Monday June 23 at 10.45 a.m. followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu for ward 12, University Hospital of North Durham, may be given after the service. Friends welcome for refreshments at Ushaw Moor Cricket Club afterwards. R.I.P.

GIBBINS June 12 (in hospital). Frank Raymond (Ray), aged 91 years, dear husband of the late Gladys Jean, father of John and Pamela, a much loved grandfather and great-grandfather. Lifelong supporter of young people. Cremation at Darlington on Monday, June 23 at 1.15 p.m., followed by a Service of Thanksgiving at Northallerton Methodist Church at 2.15 p.m., then by a reception.

GIBSON June 14, peacefully in hospital. Chris, of Birkby Gate West, Little Smeaton, formerly of Heighington. Beloved husband of Margaret. Funeral service to be held at Darlington Crematorium on Monday, June 23 at 2.45 p.m. No flowers by request. Donations, if desired, for Birkby Church Fund.

GILLIE On June 19, peacefully in Willow Green Nursing Home, Darlington. Thomas (Tommy), aged 91 years, beloved husband of the late Elizabeth, loving father of Kathryn, Stephen, Alan and Marnie, also a much loved grandad and great-grandad. Would friends please meet for service on Thursday, June 26, Northlands Methodist Chapel, North Road, prior to cremation at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only by request.

GRADY Vera. Goodnight, God bless. From Mickey, John, Billy and Mary.

HADRICK (nee Parker) On June 15, peacefully, of Elderwood Nursing Home. Margaret, aged 90 years, dearly loved wife of William, loving mam of William, Doreen and Raymond, also much loved mother-in-law, grandmother, great grandmother. Would relatives and friends please meet Darlington Crematorium on Friday, June 20 at 2.45 p.m.

HENNESSEY On June 11, suddenly at home. James Terence, aged 72 years, of Wheatley Hill. Beloved husband of Maureen, a much loved father of James Terence and Paul, a dear father-in-law of Mandy and a devoted grandad of Donna, Daniel, Mark and Ella. Cortege to leave the residence Thursday June 19 at 10.45 a.m. for Requiem Mass at Thornley R.C. Church 11.00 a.m., prior to interment at Wheatley Hill Cemetery. Enquiries to Speckmans Funeral Service. Tel: (01429) 838199.

HESLOP June 11 (peacefully in hospital), of Defoe Crescent, Newton Aycliffe. Dennis, aged 68 years, much loved husband to Eileen, also a dearly loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle. Funeral Thursday, June 19. Would friends please meet 1.00 p.m. for service at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to Cancer Research, donations can be made at the crematorium.

HICKMAN Kenneth On June 14, of Milbank Terrace, Shotton. Ken, aged 76 years, dearly beloved husband of the late Betty, a much loved dad of David, Kevin, Doretta and Veronica, devoted grandad of Steven, Leanne, Fallon and Tianna, also a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Cremation Durham Crematorium Friday, June 20. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at St. Saviour's Church, Shotton at 1.00 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired, to the Macmillan Nurses and local District Nurses' Fund, c/o Doretta. All enquiries to East Durham Funeral Service. Tel. (0191) 5864322.

HIRD (Bearpark) Precious memories of a much loved dad. From daughter Yvonne, Paul and family.

HIRD (Bearpark) Treasured memories of a much loved dad. From son David, Janet and family.

HIRD On June 19, peacefully in hospital, of Mullin Close, Bearpark. William (Bill), aged 77 years, beloved husband of the late Elsie May and a dearly loved dad, father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad and will be sadly missed by all his family. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday, June 25 at 11.30 a.m. Friends welcome for refreshments at Mullin Close afterwards. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given after the service for Palliative Care.

HORNER June 8 (after an illness bravely borne) of Durham City. Joan, aged 69 years. Loving wife of John, Arnold, much loved mam of Jill and Carol, dear mother-in-law of Steve and Mark, devoted nana of Grace, Rachel, James and Jessica. Would friends please meet for service in St. Cuthbert's Church, Durham on Wednesday June 18, at 10.45 a.m. followed by private cremation. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired to, Imperial Cancer Research c/o, Lloyds Bank, Skinnergate, Darlington or alternatively donations may be left with Mr Horner.

HUGHES June 14, peacefully in hospital, of Braunespath Estate, New Brancepeth. John (Jacky), aged 74 years, beloved husband of the late Kathleen, a much loved dad of Jacqueline, Stephen, Paul, John and Angela and a dearly loved father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Friday, June 20 at 1.30 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu for the Palliative Care Fund may be given after the service. Friends welcome for refreshments at New Brancepeth Club afterwards.

HUMBLE June 17 (peacefully, in Sandringham Care Home Bishop Auckland), late of High Hope Street, Crook. Beatrice, aged 85 years, beloved wife of the late Duncan and very dear aunt and friend to many. Re-united with her loving Duncan. Friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Dawson Street Methodist/United Reformed Church, Crook on Tuesday June 24 at 1.40 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham.

JONES June 15, of Neale Street, Ferryhill. Bernard, aged 42 years, a dearly loved son of Leslie and Eleanor and a special brother of Gavin and Adrian, also a loving uncle. Would friends please meet for service and committal at Durham Crematorium at 1.00 p.m. on Monday, June 23.

KIME On June 18, suddenly at home, of Wheatley Hill. Benjamin Norman, aged 52 years, a loving father, son, grandad, brother and a dear friend. Private interment at Wheatley Hill Cemetery Tuesday, June 24. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at All Saints' Church, Wheatley Hill at 10.00 a.m. All enquiries to East Durham Funeral Service. Tel: (0191) 5864322.

LARNACH On June 13, following a short illness, of Shildon (late of Ferryhill). John (Jack), aged 77 years, a beloved husband of the late Jean, a dearly loved father of Alan, Gillian and step-father of the late John, dear father-in-law of Alan and Helen also an adored grandad of Rachel, Toby, Neave and Isabella. Would family and friends please meet for service in St. John's Church, Shildon on Friday, June 20 at 9.45 a.m., followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium.

LONGTHORNE June 13 (in hospital), of Buckingham Terrace, Leeholme. Alan, aged 73 years, dearly loved husband of Shirley, dearest dad of Lorraine and John, Alan, John and Sheila also a much loved granda of Michael, Robert, Thom and Matthew and a dear brother. Cremation Monday June 23 at Durham, following a service in St. James' Church, Coundon at 11.00 am. Friends please meet at Church and after the service at Coundon W.M.C.

LOOMS June 11, peacefully in St Teresa's Hospice, Darlington of Priory Close, Northallerton. Patricia, dearly loved daughter of Kathleen and the late Norman. Funeral service and cremation to be held at West Cemetery, Darlington on Wednesday, June 18 at 10.15 a.m. No flowers by request, but donations if wished may be given for St. Teresa's Hospice.

McDONALD On June 14, peacefully at home, surrounded by her family in Osmotherley, formerly of Chequers. Gladys, aged 76 years, dearly loved wife of the late John, loving mother of Kay, Anne, Andrew and a dear mother-in-law and gran and a dear sister. Funeral service to take place in St. Peter's Church, Osmotherley on Thursday, June 19 at 1.15 p.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only but donations, if wished, may be given for the Motor Neurone Disease Society.

McLACHLAN (nee Morrigan) June 17, in hospital, of Branksome Hall Drive, Darlington (formerly of Sherborne Close). Mary, aged 80 years, beloved wife of Norman, much loved mother of Anne, Julie, Patricia, Paul and David and a loving mother-in-law, nana, great nana and sister. Funeral Tuesday, June 24. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass in Holy Family Church, Cockerton at 10.30 a.m., followed by interment West Cemetery.

MILBURN June 13 (peacefully, at home), of Crook. Pat (nee Harris), aged 59 years, loving mam of Lee and Paul, dearly loved partner of Billy, a dear sister of Harvey and a very good friend to many. Floral tributes from family and close friends only please. Friends please meet for service in St. Catherine's Church, Crook on Tuesday, June 24 at 2.00 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.

MILBURN June 13 (peacefully, at home), of Crook. Pat (nee Harris), aged 59 years, loving mam of Lee and Paul, dearly loved partner of Billy, a dear sister of Harvey and a very good friend to many. Friends please meet for service in St. Catherine's Church, Crook on Tuesday, June 24 at 2.00 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.

MILBURN June 13, peacefully, in St. Teresa's Hospice, of Garrick Court, Darling-ton. Florrie, aged 74 years, a beloved wife of the late Jack, a loving mam to David, Stephen and Diane, a devoted granny to Callum, Hugh and Alex, also a much loved mother-in-law and loyal friend. Funeral Monday, June 23. Would friends please meet 11.45 a.m. for service at Darlington Crema-torium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to St. Teresa's Hospice. Donations can be made at the Crematorium after the service.

MILNER Lily, on Tuesday, June 10, 2008 at Darlington Memorial Hospital. She was a dearly beloved sister of Amy and the late John and Thomas and also a dearly beloved auntie to Keith, Brian and Brian. She will be sadly missed by all of her family and friends. Would friends please meet for funeral service at St. Giles' Church, Bowes on Thursday, June 19 at 2.00 p.m., followed by interment. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given in church to Church Funds.

MORALLEE June 19, peacefully in hospital of Esh Winning. Maurice, aged 67 years (ex Northumbrian Water), a dearly loved husband of Anita, loving son of Nell and the late Jimmy and sadly missed by all family and friends. Friends please meet for service in Acton Road Methodist Church on Wednesday, June 25 at 2.15 p.m. Cremation to follow. Afterwards all welcome to Newhouse W.M.C. No flowers please. Donations in lieu if desired to Macmillan Nurses c/o Stuart Wright Funeral Service, Langley Park, Durham or may be left in Church.

NODDINGS June 16, peacefully, in The Gardens Nursing Home, Darlington. Tom, aged 95 years, beloved husband of the late Mary, loving dad of Ann, dear father-in-law of Geoff, also a much loved brother of the late Doris and Wilf. Funeral Friday June 20. Would friends please meet 1.15 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please.

O'HARE (nee Rafferty) On June 12, suddenly in hospital, of Darlington. Susan, aged 97 years, beloved wife of the late Francis, loving mother of Margaret, Kathleen and Francis, a much loved "Mam O'Hare" of Colette, Marie, Shaun, Susan, Simon, Suzanne and Michelle, also a dear great-grandma. There will be a reception into St. Augustine's R.C. Church on Sunday, June 22 at 6.30 p.m., prior to a Requiem Mass on Monday, June 23 at 10.30 a.m., prior to interment in North Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if so desired may be made to the Great North Air Ambulance. (Plate at Church).

OATES June 15, in Darlington Memorial Hospital after a long illness. Kathleen, of Barnard Castle, dearly loved wife of the late Norman and much loved mother of Norman and David and mother-in-law of Claire and Maureen, also a beloved grandma of Sarah, Angela, Helen, Martin, Laura and Kathryn. Sadly missed by all of her family and friends. Would friends please meet for funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Monday June 23 at 2.15 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be given in the Crematorium Chapel to Barnard Castle Surgery and Ward 44, Darlington Memorial Hospital.

PEARS Ronnie Peacefully in hospital on June 17. Ronnie, aged 95 years, dearly loved father, grandfather and great grandfather. Sadly missed by all. Funeral service to take place at St. Catherine's Church, Fishburn on Wednesday, June 25 at 1.30 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only.

PEARSON Belmont On June 10, peacefully in hospital. Maud (nee Gaunt), aged 86 years, a loving wife of the late Max also a dear mam of David, a dear mother-in-law of Anita and a treasured grandma. Friends please meet for service at Carrville Methodist Chapel on Thursday, June 19 at 10.15 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to Carrville Methodist Chapel. Plate provided at the Chapel. Sadly Missed

RICHARDSON Margaret. Sister and my best friend. Going to miss you loads, love you, Doreen. xxx

RICHARDSON June 18 (peacefully at home), of Spennymoor. Margaret (nee Raine), aged 76 years, beloved wife of Joe, a dearly loved mam of Chris and Joe, a loving mother-in-law of Steve and Val and a much loved nana. Would friends please meet in St. Paul's Church, Monday for a service at 2.45 p.m., followed by committal at Durham Crematorium.

ROBINSON June 15, passed away suddenly, of Langley Moor. Audrey (nee Barker) aged 83 years, a beloved wife of the late Tom. Sadly missed by Ann, Ian and other dear friends. Please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday June 25 at 10.30 a.m.

ROBISON June 14, at home, after a long illness of Cliffe, Piercebridge. Iris, aged 74 years, dearly loved wife of Ray, much loved mum of Paul, Lynda and Barbara and a loving nana of Carl, Matthew, Lindsay, Ben, Ashley, Jessica, Bethany and Katie. Funeral Wednesday June 25. Friends please meet for service in Piercebridge Methodist Chapel at 12.30 p.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be given for Chapel Funds.

ROBSON Effie (nee Miller), peacefully at Tenlands Nursing Home, Ferryhill on June 6 aged 98 years, a dearly loved wife of the late Arthur, a loving mum to Sheila, Thelma, Lynda and the late Rita. Also a much loved mother-in-law, grandma, great-grandma and aunt. Cortege to leave Butterby Grange, Spennymoor at 1.00 p.m. for service at Trinity Methodist Church, Rosa Street, Spennymoor on Friday, June 20 at 1.15 p.m., followed by interment at York Hill Cemetery.

ROGERS On June 18, at home in Shildon (formerly of Coundon). James (Jim), aged 86 years, beloved husband of Ada and the late Betty, loving father of John, Kenneth and Ann and stepfather of Gillian. Funeral service at Shildon Methodist Chapel on Wednesday, June 25 at 1.00 p.m., prior to cremation at Durham. Family flowers only.

SCOTT On June 17 (peacefully, in hospital) of Kirkby Stephen and formerly of Keld in Swaledale. John, aged 71 years, dearly loved son of the late Ralph and Lena Scott, a very dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral service to be held at St. Mary's Church, Muker in Swaledale on Friday, June 27 at 11.30 a.m., followed later by private cremation at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please, however donations in memory of John, if so desired, may be given at the service for The Parkinsons Disease Society and St. Mary's Church. Will friends please meet at the church and accept this intimation.

SHAW Leslie June 13 (peacefully in hospital), of Thirsk. Les, aged 76 years. A dearly loved husband of Ann, a much loved dad of Tony, Eileen, Johnny and Alan, a dear grandad and great-grandad. Will friends please meet for service in St. Marys Church, on Friday June 20 at 11.00 a.m. prior to interment.

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.

SMALL Ingoldsby Court, High Barnes, Sunderland. In hospital on June 13, aged 68 years. Albion (Alby), beloved husband of Eileen (nee Smithson), dearest brother of Margaret and Billy, brother-in-law of Sheila, Rose, Peter and the late Jim, also a dear uncle, great-uncle and great-great-uncle. Cortege leaving residence on Thursday, June 19 at 12.15 p.m. for service and cremation in Sunderland Crematorium at 12.30 p.m. Resting at T.P. Bradbury's private chapel of rest 227 Hylton Road, Millfield, Sunderland, where floral tributes may be sent before 12.00 noon on Thursday, June 19. Reception afterwards at the Wavendon, all relations and friends welcome. Alby will be sadly missed and deeply mourned by all.

SMEDLEY On June 13, of Hessewelle Crescent, Haswell Plough. Ronald James, aged 71 years, a dearly loved partner of Mary and a much loved brother of David and a dear brother-in-law of Anne. Friends please meet on Thursday June 19 at 1.30 p.m. for service at St. Paul's Church, Haswell, cremation to follow at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to Hartlepool Hospice. Enquiries to Ivan Cochrane Funeral Directors. Tel. (0191) 5862136.

SMITH June 14 (peacefully, at home) of Rushmoor, Spennymoor. Josephine (Jo). Dearly loved wife of David, much loved mam of Lee and Julia and devoted grandma to Daniel, Abigail and Jay. Would friends please meet for service on Tuesday June 24 at 12.00 noon at Durham Crematorium Chapel.

SMITH On June 16, peacefully, at home. Joan Patricia, aged 85 years, of Lyon Walk, Newton Aycliffe, a much loved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral Monday, June 23. Would friends please meet 1.15 p.m. for Requiem Mass at St. Mary's R.C. Church, prior to burial in the West Cemetery, School Aycliffe.

SNAITH On June 14, peacefully in hospital, of Manor House, Preston under Scar. Lily Irene, aged 92 years, beloved wife of Joe, much loved mother of Pat and Josephine and a very dear mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service at St. Margaret's Church, Preston under Scar on Friday, June 20 at 1.00 p.m., followed by interment at the cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for Church Funds (plate in church). Friends please meet at the church.

SNAITH On June 14, peacefully in hospital, of Manor House, Preston under Scar. Lily Irene, aged 92 years, beloved wife of Joe, much loved mother of Pat and Josephine and a very dear mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service at St. Margaret's Church, Preston under Scar today Friday, June 20 at 1.00 p.m., followed by interment at the cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for Church Funds (plate in church). Friends please meet at the church.

SPARK June 13, peacefully - suddenly, at home in Bishop Auckland. Maurice, aged 62 years, re-united with his beloved wife Barbara after 7 days. Devoted dad of Jane, John and Joanne, a dear father-in-law, much loved and loving grandad and great-grandad, also dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in Bishop Auckland Methodist Church at 1.30 p.m. on Monday, June 23, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations for the Heart Unit at Freeman Hospital or the Spinal Unit at James Cook Hospital may, if desired, be left on a plate provided in church.

STONES On June 13, peacefully in hospital, after a short illness. Henry (Harry), aged 76 years, of Wingate, beloved brother of Dorothy, a very dear brother-in-law of Peter and dear uncle of Janet, Peter, Glyn and Ian. Cortege to leave his sister's residence Monday June 23 for service at Holy Trinity Church, Wingate at 10.00 a.m., prior to interment at Station Town Cemetery. Friends please meet at the Church.

TAYLOR (nee Bradbrook) On June 14, peacefully at home after a short illness, of Greencroft Court, Darlington (formerly of Bishopton). Edith (Edi), aged 83 years, much loved mam of Carol and the late Mark and loving nana of Michael, Danny, Rachel and Daniel and great-grandmother of Daniel. Funeral Monday, June 23. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium 11.15 a.m.

TAYLOR On June 13, peacefully in West Lodge Nursing Home, Billy Row, Crook, of Newlands View, Crook. Mary, aged 84 years, dearly loved wife of Eric. A dearest friend who will be missed by all who knew her. Cremation Friday, June 20 at Durham, following a service in the Crematorium Chapel at 2.30 p.m. Friends please meet at the Crematorium.

TENNICK June 12, of Stanhope. Kathleen Mary, aged 82 years, dearly loved wife of the late Selwyn and a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Will friends please meet for service in Stanhope Methodist Chapel on Wednesday, June 18 at 1.45 p.m., followed by interment. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to be shared between the British Heart Foundation and the Chapel.

THOMAS Mary Elizabeth (nee Calvert) of Stokesley. Peacefully, whilst at home on June 17 surrounded by all her loving family. Mary, aged 57 years. A devoted wife of George and much loved mam of Laura, dear mother-in-law of Frank, cherished narnie of Mary Jane and Willie, also beloved daughter of the late Billy Boy and Emily. Funeral service to take place on Wednesday June 25 at 11.00 a.m. in St. Peter and St. Paul's Church, Stokesley prior to interment within Stokesley Cemetery. All are welcome. Resting at home.

TROTTER June 14 (in hospital), of Hallgarth Street, Durham City. Maud, aged 91 years, dearly beloved wife of the late David, a dearest sister of Mary, Gerald and the late Fred also dear aunt of Anne, Stuart and Melanie. Cremation Monday June 23 at Durham, following a service in the Crematorium Chapel at 1.30 p.m. Would friends please meet at the Crematorium.

WARD Michael Maurice To my lovely son, blood is thicker than water. R.I.P Lots of love, Dad.

WARD Michael Until we're together again, hold our baby close to you. In our hearts you'll stay, I know our love won't go away and we'll meet again someday. Love always babe, Vanessa and Liam. xxx

WARD Tragically on June 14, Michael (Wardy), aged 23 years, of Leeholme, Bishop Auckland. Loving son of Marina and Jay, much loved brother of Vicky, Gemma, Georgette and Martin, loving uncle of Layla, Shannon, Frankie, Lily and Ava, favourite grandson of the late Frank and Ann Hewitt and best friend to Squirm. Will friends please meet for service in St. James' Church, Coundon at 10.00 a.m. on Saturday, June 21, followed by interment in Coundon Cemetery. God Bless you son xxx

WATSON Phyllis Emily, aged 101 years, peacefully on June 15 at Whorlton Grange, of Low Fields, Caldwell. Beloved wife of the late Harry Watson, of Station Farm, Winston, a dearly loved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service in St. Andrew's Church, Winston on Thursday, June 19 at 12.00 noon, followed by burial in the churchyard. Friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given in church for Winston Village Hall and St. Andrew's Church.

WILKINSON June 18, peacefully at home, in Northallerton. Roger, aged 86 years, dearly loved husband of Kathleen, loving father of Lyn and Karen and a dear father-in-law and gramps. Funeral service and cremation to be held at Darlington Crematorium on Wednesday, June 25 at 11.45 a.m. Family flowers only but donations if wished may be given for the Marie Curie Nurses and Herriot Hospice Homecare.

WOODCOCK June 15, in hospital, of Darlington. Dennis, aged 73 years, beloved husband of Audrey, loving dad of Beverley, dear father-in-law of Stewart and a much loved granddad of Catherine. Funeral Wednesday, June 25. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 10.45 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be sent for The Mick Knighton Mesothelioma Research Fund c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington DL3 7JR.

WRIGHT Joan Mary, aged 92 years, of Richmond, peacefully in hospital on June 15. Beloved wife of the late George Frederick Wright and a dear mother of Heather, Martin, Glyn and the late Peter. Funeral service in Richmond Cemetery Chapel on Tuesday, June 24 at 11.30 a.m., followed by interment. Friends please meet at the chapel.

WRIGLEY June 11, of Bishop Auckland. James, aged 71 years, a much loved dad, grandad and father-in-law. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 3.30 p.m. on Friday, June 20. Family flowers only. Donations in memory may be left to Cancer Research, a plate is provided at the crematorium.

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