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NEWTON May 5 (in hospital), of Grassmere Road, Chester-le-Street. Jim, aged 76 years, dearly loved husband of the late Jean, also a dear dad, grandad and father-in-law. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium Wednesday, May 12 at 10.00 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to the British Heart Foundation c/o Stuart Wright Funeral Service Ltd., Gilesgate, Durham.
NIXON (Kimblesworth) Peacefully in hospital on April 29, aged 67 years. Tom (Thomas William), a much loved husband of Jean, caring dad to Jean, Sandra and Elizabeth, father-in-law to John, Keith and Tony, devoted grandad of Sarah, Jennifer, Sophie, Caroline, Emma and Lucy, brother of Douglas and Elizabeth. A wonderful man who will be sadly missed by all his loving family and many friends. Friends please meet for service in St. Philip and St. James' Church, Kimblesworth on Friday, May 7, at 9.45 a.m. followed by cremation in Durham Crematorium at 10.30 a.m. By request family flowers only. Donations if desired may be sent via the family.
PARKIN May 3, of Cedar Lodge, Middleton St. George, formerly of Crook. Kenneth, aged 77 years, devoted husband of the late Gwen, beloved father of Philip, dear father-in-law to Linda, also a much loved and loving grandfather to Daniel and Geoffrey. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 1.00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 12. Donations in lieu of flowers may be left at the crematorium for Multiple Sclerosis Research.
PATTISON Marjorie (nee Rodgerson). Suddenly at home on May 3. Marjorie, aged 81 years. Much loved wife of the late Norman, dearly loved mother of Michael and Ian, dear mother-in-law of Julie, devoted grandma of Steven, Jamie and the late Graeme and also a very special great-grandma of Daniel. Service to take place on Wednesday, May 12, in Marton Methodist Church, Marton at 10.15 a.m. followed by cremation in The Chapel of St. Hilda, Teesside Crematorium at 10.45 a.m. Would friends please meet at church. Family flowers only please by request.
PEARSON Late of Ushaw Moor, on May 1, in hospital, at Redcar. Tom, aged 67 years, much loved brother of Raymond, Albert and Leslie.
PINCHER May 4 (suddenly but peacefully), of Clarence Court, Spennymoor (formerly of Page Bank). Madge (nee Robinson), aged 81 years, a dearly loved mam of Pat, Anne, Judith and Jim, a dear mother-in-law, much loved nana and a loving sister of Nancy and the late Thomas and Jim. Would friends please meet in St. Paul's Church, Spennymoor Monday for a service at 1.00 p.m., followed by interment at Rock Road Cemetery.
PINKNEY May 3 (peacefully in hospital), of Crook. Annie, aged 94 years, beloved wife of the late William Edward, a loving mother of Keith and Edith-Helen, a dearest mother-in-law of Elaine and John, a devoted grandma of Ruth Louise and Holly. Funeral Tuesday, May 11. Would friends please meet at 2.30 p.m. for a service in Crook Methodist Church, followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
RAEBURN (Morpeth) Riverside House, (late of Rosebay Court, Woodland Road, Darlington). Peacefully of May 2, aged 100 years. Norah (nee Gatenby), dear wife of the late Bob and loved by all her family and friends. Funeral service in Darlington West Cemetery Chapel on Tuesday, May 11, at 11.00 a.m. followed by burial. All inquiries to, Jacob Conroy and Son, Funeral Directors, Laurel House, Oldgate, Morpeth. Tel: (01670) 515521.
RAMSHAW April 30 (peacefully in hospital), of Sparrow Hall Drive, Darlington. John Edward, aged 65 years, devoted husband of Pat, loving dad of Paul, Michael and Clare, much loved father-in-law to Sue, Ann and David, also a dearly loved grandad and brother. Funeral Monday, May 10. Would friends please meet 12.30 p.m. for service at St. James the Great Church, Albert Hill, Darlington, followed by cremation. Family flowers only please.
RIPLEY May 1, suddenly, of Crosby Street, Darlington. David, aged 62 years, beloved husband of Doreen, dearly loved father of Stephen, Roland and Sharon and also a much loved father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. Funeral Monday. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 10.15 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations may be sent for the Cardiac Unit, Freeman Hospital c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., 59a Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.
ROBINSON May 1, in hospital, of The Gardens Nursing Home, Darlington. Charlotte Young, aged 91 years, beloved wife of Charles Raymond, dearly loved mother of Raymond Clive and Louisa Young, also a loving gran of James, Simon and Felicity. Funeral Friday. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 2.45 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations may be sent for The Gardens Residents' Fund, c/o Seaton Leng Funeral Directors, 59a Bondgate, Darlington.
ROBSON Nanette Isobel Wife of Major Leslie Robson, died April 27, 2004. Greatly loved aunt and great-aunt, teacher and friend to many. She will be sadly missed. Donations, if desired, to MENCAP, c/o W.F. Dolman and Son, 9 Walcot Terrace, Bath, BA1 6AB.
ROE May 2, peacefully at South Church Nursing Home (late of Harrison Close, Shildon). Wilf, aged 90 years, dearly beloved husband of the late Annie, a devoted father of Brian and father-in law of Eva, a much loved grandad of Paul and Susan and Michelle and Paul, a dearly loved great-grandad of Jon-Anthony, Andrew, Steven and Lucy. Interment Thursday, May 6, in Shildon Cemetery. Cortege leaving his son Brian's residence, at 1.50 p.m. for a service in St. John's Church, Shildon, at 2.00 p.m. Friends please meet at church.
SCOTT Craghead April 30, peacefully. Elizabeth Ellen (Betsy/ Betty), aged 90 years, beloved sister of Agnes, the late Peggy and Rob, dear aunt of Celia, Enid, Clive and Alyson, great-aunt and great-great-aunt to all the family. Friends please meet at St. Andrew's Church, Stanley on Wednesday, May 5 at 9.30 a.m. for service, prior to cremation at Mountsett Crematorium at 10.15 a.m.
SELBY May 2. Joan, aged 87 years, formerly of Hutton Rudby, beloved wife of the late Howard. Funeral service and cremation to be held in St. Bede's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium Tuesday, May 11 at 2.30 p.m.
SHUKER April 30, peacefully in hospital, of 4 Fair View, Esh Winning. George, aged 90 years, beloved husband of the late May, a dear uncle and sadly missed by Susan and Lyria. Cortege to leave residence at 1.15 p.m. for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Thursday, May 6 at 1.30 p.m. Bus provided. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given after the service for Cancer Research UK.
SINGH-TOOR (J.P.) April 28, of Bishop Auckland. Sheila, a much loved mam, sister, aunty, nana and friend of many. Funeral Tuesday, May 11. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 11.15 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be sent for Cancer Research UK, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., 59a Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.
SMITH Died April 22, in hospital, of The Millings, Bedale, late of The Green Dragon. Elizabeth Mary, aged 88 years, dear sister of Joan and the late William, also a dear aunt. Funeral service to be held at St. Gregory's Church, Bedale on Wednesday, May 5 at 1.30 p.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for the British Heart Foundation.
SMITH May 4 (peacefully in hospital), of Yarm Road, Darlington. Valerie, aged 60 years, dearly loved wife of Henry, much loved mother of Henry, Billy and Valerie, a loving mother-in-law and grannie. Funeral Monday, May 10. Friends please meet for service in St. John's Church, Neasham Road at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment at West Cemetery.
STEPHENSON May 2, of Bishop Auckland. Nancy (nee Westgarth), aged 83 years, beloved wife of the late Thomas, devoted mother of Norma and Roy, dear mother-in-law to Geoff and Clare, much loved and loving nan to Andrew, Helen, Rachel, Tom, Amy and the late Paul. Cortege to leave her daughter's residence at 10.50 a.m. on Monday, May 10, for service in St. Anne's Church, Bishop Auckland at 11.00 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Friends please meet at church. Family flowers only please.
STERLING Edward, aged 43 years, died April 30, peacefully at home in Wales, formerly of Darlington, after a long illness. Beloved son of Audrey, much loved brother of Margaret, Keith, Sandra, Janet and the late Ann and loved brother-in-law and a dear uncle.
STERLING Edward When you started your journey before me I stood with shock and awe. You're never ready before me - Manyana being your middle name. So as I pack your suitcase I'll try and think of all the things you'll need. I am sure I will have forgotten something. So send me a postcard of all the places that you've been and when I join you, you can show me the wonders that you've seen. So all my love, My Darling. Safe journey and God speed. Remember that old saying when travelling "Don't drink the water" Love Shell
STERLING Edward, peacefully at home, on April 30, in Taffs Well. Devoted husband of Michelle, beloved son of Audrey and brother to Margaret, Keith, Sandra and Janet. Sadly missed by family and friends. Funeral to be held at Thornhill Crematorium, Cardiff, South Wales on Saturday, May 15 at 12.00 noon. No flowers. Donations only to Y Bwthyn Marie Curie and Macmillan Nurses and R.S.P.C.A.
BLAND May 17 (peacefully, in hospital). Albert, aged 81 years, beloved husband of the late Margaret. Will be sadly missed. Funeral Wednesday, May 26. Will friends please meet 1.15 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.
BOND May 18, peacefully at home with her family, of Norwich Gardens, Willington. Joan (nee Whitton), aged 50 years, loving wife of Derek, dear mother and mother-in-law of Shana and Michael, Lee and Shelly, much loved and loving daughter of May, devoted sister of Sharon, Chris and the late Barry, also a wonderful nana to her five precious grandchildren. Friends please meet for service at St. Paul's Church, Hunwick on Monday, May 24 at 2.30 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, to the MARA Unit, Bishop Auckland General Hospital, may be left with the family. You will always be in our thoughts.
BOWERS May 13 (suddenly, at home), of Darlington. Doreen (Dot), aged 80 years, dear wife of the late James, loving mam of Lilian, Ann, Dorothy, Marion, Jean, Caroline, Andrew and the late James, beloved nanna and great-nanna. Funeral Friday, May 21. Would friends please meet 2.45 p.m. for service and committal at Darlington Crema-torium.
BRENNAN May 12 (peacefully, after a long illness). Patrick Joseph (Joe), aged 82 years, of Northallerton, dearly loved husband of Sylvia and a much loved father, grandfather and step-father. Funeral service to be held at Sacred Heart R.C. Church, Northallerton on Friday, May 21 at 11.45 a.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Friends of the Friarage Hospital.
