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PICKARD - (Durham) In hospital on December 7, aged 93 years, Thomas. Dearly loved husband of the late Jessie, much loved dad of Eileen and Geoff, dear father-in-law of Martin and Sue. Thomas will be sadly missed by all the family. Friends please meet for service at St. Brandon's Church, Brancepeth on Tuesday, January 16, at 11.15 a.m. prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to either Friends of Durham Cathedral or Restoration Fund at St. Brandon's Church, Brancepeth.
PUNSHON - January 5, in hospital, of Dale Street, Chilton. Karen (nee Berry), aged 46 years, beloved wife of Kevin, much loved mam of Michael and Gemma, devoted grandma of Brogan and Clarke and also a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Would friends please meet for service at St. Philip and St James' Church, Kimblesworth on Friday, January 12 at 10.00 a.m., followed by cremation at Birtley Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu for Cancer Research. All are welcome afterwards for refreshments at Kimblesworth Cricket Club.
READMAN - January 5, of Tow Law. Joan (nee Archer), aged 77 years, beloved wife of the late Frank, a devoted mother of Stewart and Gail, a much loved and loving gran and great-gran, a dear sister, sister-in-law, aunt and good friend to many. Will friends please meet for service in St. Philip and St. James' Church, Tow Law at 9.45 a.m. on Thursday, January 11, followed by interment in Thornley Road Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu c/o the family for the Weardale Community Hospital will be gratefully received.
REDDEN - January 9, in hospital. Lavinia (Vin, nee Redshaw), a much loved and loving wife of Derrick, a dearly loved mam of Sharon and Shaun, devoted nana of Liam, dear mother-in-law of Liz, also sister of Terry and a dear sister-in-law and auntie. Funeral on Monday, January 15. Cortege leaving residence at 12.50 p.m. for service at St. Paul's Church, Trimdon Colliery at 1.00 p.m., prior to interment at Deaf Hill Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations if so desired to Cancer Research c/o Shaun.
REED - On January 5, 2007. Ena, aged 91 years, of Richmond. Beloved wife of the late James William (Billy), much loved mother of Janet, Stuart and Angela and a loving grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Richmond on Tuesday, January 16 at 1.30 p.m., followed by cremation at Darlington. Friends please meet at the Church. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired for the Great North Air Ambulance and Church Funds may be sent to John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.
RICHARDSON - Brian Anthony, aged 56 years, passed away peacefully at home in Tunstall on January 5. Dearly loved husband of Dawn and a much loved dad of Lee and Zoe. Funeral service at Holy Trinity Church, Tunstall on Monday, January 15 at 1.30 p.m., followed by private cremation. Friends please meet at the Church. Family flowers only please, donations if desired may be given on the plate provided in the Church for the Macmillan Nurses and Church Funds.
RICHARDSON - January 8, (suddenly, after a long illness), of Bevan Crescent, Wheatley Hill. Margaret (Peggy, nee Holmes). Beloved wife of the late Jonathan (Jonty), a loving mother of Shirley, Lynn and Paul, a dear mother-in-law and a much loved grandma and great-grandma. Interment Wheatley Hill Cemetery Monday January 15. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at All Saint's Church, Wheatley Hill at 10.00 a.m. All enquiries to, East Durham Funeral Service, Tel: (0191) 5864322.
ROBINSON - January 12 (peacefully, in his sleep). Frank, aged 81 years, of Charrington Avenue, Thornaby, beloved husband of Charlotte, dearly loved father of Tony and Christine, much loved grandfather to Christopher and Samantha. Funeral at St. Bede's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium at 11.30 a.m. Thursday, January 18. All friends welcome.
ROBSON - (Newton Hall) Suddenly on January 3, aged 89 years. Ella. Dearly beloved wife of the late George, much loved mother of Eric and daughter-in-law Susan, dearest grandma of Martin and Zach, also a sister-in-law of Mary and Alan. Friends please meet for service at All Saint's Church, Newton Hall on Friday January 12, at 2.45 p.m. prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium 3.30 p.m.
ROBSON - January 8, of Low Willington, Willington. Thomas Henry (Tom), aged 72 years, beloved husband of Brenda, loving father of Martin, Simon and Lucie. Friends please meet for service at St. Stephen's Church, Willington on Saturday, January 13 at 9.15 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham. All are welcome afterwards for refreshments at Willington Cricket Club. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to Myasthenia Gravis Association may be left with the family.
ROBSON - January 5 (in hospital), of Topcliffe Road, Sowerby, Thirsk. Brian, aged 70 years, beloved husband of the late Mavis, loving father to Mark, David, Jill, Graham and James, a dear father-in-law, brother-in-law and grandad. The funeral service will be held at St. Mary's Church, Thirsk on Monday, January 15 at 2.30 p.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory may be made to Yorkshire Cancer Research.
ROBSON - On January 4, at the Rutson Hospital, Northallerton, aged 73 years. Janet Robson, of Northallerton and Eyemouth, formerly Scruton, beloved of the late Arthur and the Robson family, sister of Margaret, Ann and Isobel. Thanksgiving Service at St. Radegund's Church, Scruton on Wednesday, January 10 at 11.00 a.m., following private family cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for the Rutson Palliative Care Room, c/o Wilson Willoughby and Wetherills, 223 High Street, Northallerton.
ROSS - January 5 (in hospital), of Denehurst Nursing Home, Ferryhill. Olwen, aged 79 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Jack and dear mam of Arthur, Angela, Bryon and Marie and mother-in-law of Ann, June, Ernie and Steven, also much loved nana of Vincent, Mark, Jodie, Maria and the late Barbara-Ann and a great-gran. Cortege leaving residence of her daughter, Bede Terrace, at 2.05 p.m. on Thursday January 11, for service in St. Luke's Church, 2.15 p.m. followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium.
SANDERSON - January 3, tragically at home, in Bishop Auckland. Peter, aged 39 years, beloved husband of Pauline, devoted dad of Alan and Sophie, dear stepdad to Anthony and Richard, loving grandad to Danni, Ellie and Sol, also a dear son, son-in-law, brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, Bishop Auckland at 12.00 noon on Thursday, January 11, followed by cremation at Durham.
SCALES - On January 9, peacefully at home in Northallerton. Anne (Nancy), aged 82 years, beloved wife of the late Rookes (Mike), much loved mother of Jean and the late David, dear grandma to Aimee and Michael, also a loving mother-in-law. Funeral service to be held at All Saints' Church, Northallerton on Monday, January 15 at 1.30 p.m., followed by interment. Friends please meet at the church.
SCOTT - December 30 (peacefully in hospital), of Moorside Crescent, Fishburn. Dot, aged 85 years, beloved wife of the late John, a much missed mam of John, Jean and Norman, mother-in-law of Elaine, Ian and Jackie, also a loving grandma to Andrea, Gillian, Shelley and Christopher and great-grandma to Megan Tiegan and Emily. Would friends please meet for service at St. Catherine's Church, Fishburn on Friday, January 12 at 2.00 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only, with donations kindly accepted by the Air Ambulance.
SCURR - Donald, aged 74 years, originally from Darlington, died suddenly on December 30. A much loved husband, father, grandfather and brother who will be deeply missed. Funeral to be held on Thursday, January 11 at 2.15 p.m. at Darlington Crematorium, Carmel Road North. Family flowers only. Donations to the British Heart Foundation may be sent via Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington DL3 7JR.
SHAW - Janine No farewells were spoken, no time to say Goodbye. You were gone before we knew and only God knows why. A heart can feel so many things that words can never say. The sadness that this day brings will never go away. Rest In Peace Never forget you, Sis. Love Always Rob, Helen and Kelly xxx
SHAW - Janine, a dearest sister and sister-in-law. You will always be remembered with fondness and love. Rest In Peace Terry, Cal, Lewis, Sean, Gareth, Kenzi and Kelly
SHAW - January 2 (suddenly), of Chandos Street, Darlington. Janine, aged 43 years, loving mam of Justine and Sophie, dearly loved by all the family. Funeral service to take place in St. John's Church on Monday, January 15 at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment East Cemetery. Flowers may be sent to Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington DL3 7JR.
SHERRINGTON - January 7, peacefully at home, in Crook. Frederick (Fred), aged 94 years, beloved husband of the late Mary Elizabeth, loving dad of Myra, also a much loved grandad, great-grandad and great-great-grandad. Will friends please meet for service in St. Catherine's Church, Crook at 2.15 p.m. on Thursday, January 11, followed by interment in Crook Cemetery. No flowers by request.
SLACK - On January 7, peacefully at home, in Harrogate and formerly of Arkengarthdale and Reeth. Nellie, aged 88 years (nee Hird), dearly loved wife of the late Joseph, very dear mother of Susan, Mavis and Vivienne, loving nana of Louise, Craig, Jennifer and Victoria and dear sister of Betty, Wesley and the late Robert. Funeral service to be held at St. Mary's Church, Arkengarthdale on Monday, January 15 at 1.00 p.m., followed by interment in the churchyard. Will friends please meet at the church and accept this intimation.
SPARKS - January 3, peacefully at home, in Durham. Ena May, aged 86 years, widow of Richard, loving mother of Jennifer and Andrew, grandmother to Martin and great-grandmother to Anna and Ellie. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Friday, January 12 at 1.30 p.m. Flowers and enquiries to Stuart Wright Funeral Service Ltd., Marshall Terrace, Gilesgate, Durham. Tel: (0191) 3863850.
