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NEASHAM - On Monday, September 17, suddenly in hospital, of Kelloe. Sarah Annie (nee Hewitson), aged 91 years, wife of the late Alfred, mother of Joan, Molly, Betty, James William, Alfred, Margaret and Keith. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday, September 25 at 10.00 a.m. No flowers, by request. Donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired, to St. Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham. Plate provided at the Crematorium.
NEWMARCH - Charles September 12, suddenly but peacefully at home. Charlie, aged 77 years, beloved husband of the late Joyce, adored dad of Carol, Graham and Heather, a dearly loved grandad of Lucie and Zoé, much loved brother of Norman, Bernard and the late Tommy, a dear brother-in-law of Margaret and Joan. Service to take place in St. Mary's Church, Acklam on Wednesday, September 19 at 1.00 pm, prior to cremation within St. Bede's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium at 2.00 pm Floral tributes please, if desired, to Charlie's home. Enquiries to the Co-operative Funeral Service, Memorial House, 398 Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough. Tel: (01642) 828301.
NORMAN - On September 16, of Sherburn House. Maria Theresa, aged 92 years, formerly Matron at Durham School, beloved wife of the late Bert and a dear aunt. Friends please meet for service in Sherburn House Church on Friday, September 21 at 2.15 p.m. Private cremation to follow. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given after the service for the British Red Cross.
O'NEILL - September 16 (peacefully in Hundens Park Care Home, Darlington). Henry, aged 85 years, beloved husband of the late Lizzy, also a loving dad, grandad, great-grandad and brother. Funeral service at St. Teresa's R.C. Church, Harris Street, Darlington on Friday September 21 at 10.00 a.m., prior to interment in the West Cemetery, Darlington.
OWENS - Michael (Mike) Aged 56 years. originally from Gilesgate, died September 14, in Malaga, Spain. Beloved husband of Ann, loving father of Joanne, Thomas, Lynsey and Sarah and proud grandfather. Step father to Ian and Mark and only brother of Barrie. Family and friends are welcome to a memorial service at St. John's Church, Meadowfield, September 24, at 11.00 a.m.
OWENS - Michael (Mike), aged 56 years, originally from Gilesgate, died September 4, in Malaga, Spain. Beloved husband of Ann, loving father of Joanne, Thomas, Lynsey and Sarah and a proud grandfather, step-father to Ian and Mark and only brother of Barrie. Family and friends are welcome to a Memorial Service at St. John's Church, Meadowfield, September 24 at 11.00 a.m.
PEACH - Alistair Jackman, aged 21 years, of Barning-ham, tragically on September 18. Dearly loved son of Mike and Beverley and a much loved brother to Claire. Funeral service in St. Michael and All Angels Church, Barningham on Friday, September 28 at 2.00 p.m., followed by interment in the Church yard. Donations in lieu of flowers if desired for the Baden-Powell Scouts Association, Heighington Scout Group, may be given in Church or sent to John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd. Funeral Direc tors, 21 Queens Road, Richmond DL10 4AJ.
PEARSON - On September 15 (peace-fully in hospital), of Brookview, Moor Road, Bellerby. Hilda, aged 81 years, dearly loved wife of the late Geoffrey, very dear mother of Gillian and Kenneth, a much loved mother-in-law, loving grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service to be held at St. John's Church, Bellerby on Monday September 24 at 12.00 noon, followed by interment at Bellerby Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if so desired may be given at the service for Cancer Research U.K. and St John's Church. Will friends please meet at the Church.
PRATER - Alice (nee Lodge), aged 97 years, formerly of Catterick Village, died peacefully at Rosedale Nursing Home, Catterick Garrison on September 10. Beloved wife of the late James Andrew Prater, much loved mother of Norman and loving grandma of Julie and Susan. Funeral service at St. Anne's Church, Catterick Village on Thursday, September 27 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in the Cemetery. Friends please meet at the Church.
PYLE - Great Lumley Peacefully in hospital on September 16, aged 85 years, Maurice dearly beloved husband of the late Alice, much loved dad of Raymond, Stuart, Maurice and Kathleen. Also a loved father-in-law and devoted grandad and great grandad. Will be sadly missed by all his loving family and many friends. Friends please meet for service at Christ Church, Great Lumley on Tuesday September 25, at 1.00 p.m. followed by cremation at Birtley Crematorium at 2.00 p.m.
REID - Andrew, aged 92 years, formerly of Richmond, North Yorkshire, passed away on September 14, 2007. His funeral shall take place on Friday, September 28 at Easthampstead Park Crematorium at 9.45 a.m. Any enquiries to W.G. Wortt. Tel: (01932) 843143.
RENTON - On September 19 (peace-fully), of Avon Court, Newton Aycliffe. Fred, aged 92 years, a beloved husband of the late Mary, much loved dad of Noreen, loving grandad to Michael and Kathryn, Steven and Sarah, also a dear great-grandad of Rachel, Daniel, Amy and Hollie. Funeral Wednesday September 26. Will friends please meet 11.15 a.m. for service at Darlington Crema-torium.
RICHARDS - Gordon Dennis September 17, (suddenly, in hospital), of Middleham Road, Darlington. Gordon Dennis, aged 79 years. Dearly loved husband of Muriel and much loved dad of Gillian (Jilly). Funeral Wednesday September 26. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 3.15 p.m. Family flowers only please.
RILEY - September 16, suddenly in hospital, of Ravensworth Road, Ferryhill. Jimmy, aged 82 years, dearly loved brother of Tom, Monica, Teresa and the late John and Mary Ellen, also a much loved uncle and friend. Cortege leaving the residence of his sister, Ravensworth Road 10.05 a.m. on Monday, September 24 for service in All Saints' R.C. Church at 10.15 a.m., followed by committal at Durham Crematorium. All are welcome to Ferryhill W.M.C. for refreshments afterwards.
ROBINSON - September 17, (peacefully), of Appleton Lodge, Spennymoor. Maude, aged 83 years. Beloved wife of Leslie, dearly loved mam of Brian and Carole and Christine and Colin and also a loving grandma and great-grandma. Would friends please meet for service on Monday, September 24, at 12.00 noon at Durham Crematorium Chapel.
ROBINSON - September 17, in hospital after a short illness, of Haughton Road, Darlington. Kenneth (Ken), aged 79 years, dearly loved husband of Yvonne, much loved dad of Michael, Kathryn and Barbara, a dear father-in-law of Alison and Tony and an adored grandy and great-grandy. Funeral Monday September 24. Friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 10.15 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be sent for ITU Darlington Memorial Hospital c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., 59a Bondgate, Darlington DL3 7JR.
ROBSON - William Milne (Bill) aged 77 years, of Romanby, died at the Friarage Hospital on September 13. Dearly loved husband of Maureen, loving father of Richard and Christine and a dearest grandpa of Sam and Emma. Funeral service to take place at St. James Church, Romanby on Friday, September 21 at 2.00 p.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only. Donations if wished may be given to the Macmillan Nurses.
SCOTT - Billy, a much loved brother of Pat, brother-in-law of Michael and a dear uncle of Andrew and Christopher. Your dark days are over and may you now rest in peace. God Bless
SCOTT - September 18, suddenly at home, of Swainby Road, Trimdon Village. John William (Billy), aged 71 years, beloved husband of the late Shirley, much loved dad of John and Karen and respected by partners Linda and Nick, also a dear grandad of Dylan and Jaxon. Funeral service to take place at St. Mary Magdalene Church, Trimdon Village on Wednesday, September 26 at 1.00 p.m., followed by private interment at Trimdon Grange Cemetery.
SIDDLE - September 16, (peacefully), in Springfield Lodge. Albert, aged 94 years. Beloved husband of the late Mary, loving dad of Mary, Michael and Ruth, a proud grandad and great-grandad. Friends please meet for service at Carrville Methodist Chapel on Friday September 21, at 9.15 a.m. No flowers please.
SMITH - On Tuesday, September 11, 2007, at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee, following a sudden and unexpected illness. Jennifer (nee Watt) aged 38 years, dearly loved wife of Robin, devoted mother to Alexandria, Oliver and Fraser and a darling daughter and sister to June, John and Anthony. A Memorial Service will be held in Broughty Ferry New Kirk, Queen Street, Broughty Ferry, Dundee on Friday, September 21 at 11.00 a.m. to which all friends are most welcome. The family would encourage those attending to wear bright colours. No flowers please. If desired a charitable donation may be made at the Church.
STEPHENSON - On September 15, of Stanhope. Annie (nee Ridley), aged 71 years, beloved wife of the late Frank, dearly loved mam of John, Susan, Frank, Billy, Antony and David, also a much loved mother-in-law, nanna and sister. Will friends please meet for service in St. Thomas' Church, Stanhope at 10.00 a.m. on Thursday, September 20, followed by interment in Crosshills Cemetery.
STOCKDALE - Ruth, aged 86 years, formerly of Carlton Miniott and Norby Thirsk, died peacefully on September 12 at Morris Grange Nursing Home. Re-united with husband Frederick and beloved son Brian. Sadly missed by her granddaughters Louise and Tracy and her great-grandchildren. Funeral service at Thirsk Methodist Church on Wednesday September 26 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in Carlton Miniott Churchyard.
STONES - September 17, (tragically). Michael Alan, aged 19 years. Much loved son of Alan and Tracey, loving brother of Lee, Aimee and Levi, a dear grandson of Bob, Joan and Peter. Friends please meet for service at Thornley Methodist Chapel on Tuesday September 25, at 1.30 p.m. followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.
TINDALE - Harriet September 11, peacefully in hospital, of Easington Colliery. Harriet (nee Henderson formerly Kemp), aged 83 years, a much loved mam, a dear mother-in-law, a cherished nana and devoted great-grandma. Cortege to leave her residence on Tuesday for a private service and cremation at Durham Crematorium at 11.30 a.m.
TURNER - Formerly Bray. September 18. Peacefully of Cherry Garth, Thirsk. Laura, aged 96 years. Loving mother of Samuel, Mary, William and the late John. The funeral service will be held at Darlington Crematorium on Tuesday September 25, at 2.15 p.m. Would friends please meet at the crematorium.
VASEY - Annie Elizabeth Peacefully, in hospital on August 28, much loved mam of Michael and the late Christopher and Andrew, dear wife of the late Thomas Welham and special mother-in-law of Pat and Linda, loving grandma of Richard, Catriona, Martin, Robert and Philip and dear great-grandma of Nichole, Ceinwen, Jessica, Matthew, Daniel and Nathaniel. Funeral service and interment at All Saint's Church, Kirkbymoorisde on Thursday September 20, at 12.00 noon.
WALKER - September 18 peacefully of Crook, formerly of Musselburgh, Scotland. Peter, aged 73 years, cherished husband of Mildred, a loving dad of Diane and Alex, also a dearly loved granda of Daniel, Jason and the late Shaun. Would family and friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday, September 25 at 3.00 p.m. Family flowers only please. Sadly missed by all
WALKER - West Rainton On Tuesday September 18, after a long illness, peacefully slipped away at Lindisfarne Nursing Home, Chester-le-Street. Doreen (nee Kay), aged 80 years, loving wife of the late Joseph Stanley, beloved mam of Neil and Kay, devoted grandma of Christopher, mother-in-law of Brenda, sister to Irene and sister-in-law to Nancy and Ronnie. Will be sadly missed by all her loving family, friends and all who knew her. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday, September 26 at 2.00 p.m. By request, family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired may be sent to Alzheimers Society.
WARD - September 15, suddenly at home, at Carling Holme Farm, Eryholme. Shirley, dearly loved wife of Robert, a loving mother of Richard, Philip and Rebecca. Funeral service to take place at St. Andrew's Church, South Otterington on Friday, September 21 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment. Friends please meet at Church.
WHITESIDE - September 14, peacefully at Hundens Park Care Home, of Hensfield Grove, Darlington. Winefride Mary (Wynne) aged 75 years, a dearly loved sister of Richard and Denis much loved sister-in-law of Marie and Tricia, a loving auntie of John, Alison, Anne, Richard, Paul and Anthony and great-aunt of Ella and Madeleine. Funeral Thursday, September 20. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass in St. Thomas Aquinas Church at 10.00 a.m., followed by interment in the West Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be sent for St. Cuthbert's Care c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., 59a Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.
WILKINSON - September 14, peacefully after a short illness. Paddy, beloved husband of Eileen, a loving dad, grandad and great-grandad. Funeral to take place on Friday, September 21. Family and friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium at 2.00 p.m. and afterwards at The Ramside Hall, Durham.
WILKINSON - September 16, (peacefully, in hospital), of Mount Pleasant, Stanley, Crook. Laura, (nee Metcalfe), aged 86 years. Beloved wife of the late Robert, a devoted mam, mother-in-law, grandma and great-gran, also a dear sister and aunt. Would friends please meet for service at Wooley Terrace Methodist Chapel on Saturday September 22, at 10.00 a.m. followed by interment in Crook Cemetery.
WILLIAMS - September 16, suddenly at home, in Hurworth. Harry, aged 67 years, a beloved husband of Doris and a loving step-dad, grandpa, brother and friend. Will friends please meet for service on Tuesday, September 25 at 10.45 a.m. at Darlington Crematorium.
WILSON - September 19, (peacefully, at home), of Beech Road, Darlington. Vera Bowden, aged 80 years. Much loved wife of Bob, loving mam to Susan, Ann, Gillian, Gary and Mark, also a dearly loved mother-in-law, grandma, great-grandma and aunt. Funeral Tuesday September 25. Would friends please meet 3.45 p.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium
WOOD - On September 20 (peace-fully) of Evenwood. Sarah Elizabeth (nee Clinton), aged 102 years, beloved wife of the late William, dearly loved mother of Ellis, Sheila and the late Lorna, also a dear nana and great-nana. Friends please meet for service and cremation in Darlington Crematorium Chapel on Wednesday, September 26 at 10.15 a.m. No flowers please, by request. Donations in lieu may be left at the Crematorium for Barrington Lodge Care Home.
ALDERSON - Suddenly at home on Wednesday, October 10. Francis Edward (Ted), aged 84 years, of Fishburn, dearly loved husband of the late Doris, dear dad of George and John, father-in-law of Jennifer and Karen, dear grandad of Jill and also an uncle to Malcolm and Janice. Funeral service to take place on Thursday, October 18 at 2.45 p.m. in St. Catherine's Church, Fishburn, prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium. Friends and family please meet at church. Family flowers only by request.
ARMITAGE - October 13, peacefully in her sleep, of Tudhoe Village, Spennymoor. Mary (nee Sennett), aged 83 years, a dearly loved wife, mother, grandma and great-grandma. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Friday, October 19 at 11.00 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu for the British Heart Foundation may be given after the service. Friends welcome for refreshment at Mount Oswald Manor afterwards.
BARNES - Peacefully at Bannatyne Lodge Nursing Home, Peterlee, on October 12, 2007 (late of Shotton Colliery). Christopher Sidney (Sid) in his 98th year, beloved husband of Doris (nee Hewitt), a loving dad of Doris and Christina, also a loving father-in-law of Stan, devoted grandad of Carole, Judith, Paul and Ian, a much loved great-grandad of James, Matthew, Alexander, Catherine, William and Jennifer. Friends and family please meet for service at St. Cuthbert's Church, North Road, Durham on Monday, October 22 at 11.15 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.
BLIGHT - Audrey Catherine (nee Tate). On October 14, 2007, sadly in hospital in Manchester (formerly of Richmond). Audrey, aged 79 years, beloved wife of the late John, much loved mum of Jacqueline, dearly loved mother-in-law of John, also a dear sister and aunt. Floral tributes are welcome. Service and interment will take place at Richmond Cemetery on Thursday, October 25 at 1.00 p.m. Arrangements by Lansdowne Funeral Home, 157 Kenyon Lane, Moston, Manchester to whom all enquiries should be directed. Tel: (0161) 6834334.
BODENHAM - Elizabeth (Liz, nee Wood), aged 73 years, of Richmond, died peacefully in hospital on October 10. Beloved wife of the late Walter. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Friday, October 19 at 11.15 a.m. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations for the PDSA may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.
