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WILD - Ernest (Ernie) Peacefully at Brierton Lodge Nursing Home on January 17. Ernie, aged 92 years. Formerly of Trimdon. Dearest brother of Dennis and the late Sam, brother-in-law of Chrissie and a much loved uncle of Joy, Rita, Lynne and their families. Service and cremation to take place on Thursday January 24, at 11.40 a.m. in Stranton Grange Crematorium, Hartlepool All are welcome, please meet at the crematorium
WILKS - January 18. James Douglas, aged 88 years, formerly garage proprietor of Howden-le-Wear. Devoted husband of the late Emily, beloved father of Margaret, Philip and Dorothy, a dear father-in-law, much loved and loving grandfather and great-grandfather, also a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Will friends please meet for service in St. Philip and St. James' Church, Witton-le-Wear at 11.30 a.m. on Friday, January 25, followed by cremation at Durham. By his own request, family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be sent to the Air Ambulance, British Legion or Macmillan Nurses or given care of the family.
WINTER - January 23, of Eldon Lane. Ethel (nee Bowman), aged 83 years, beloved wife of the late Stan, devoted mam of David and Janice, a dear mother-in-law, much loved and loving gran, dear sister of May, also a sister-in-law and aunt. Will friends please meet for service in Durham Crematorium at 10.30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 29. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be left at the crematorium for the R.A.F. Benevolent Fund or the Air Ambulance.
ALLISON - (Wingate) February 19, peacefully, following a long illness. William (Bill), aged 83 years. Loving husband of Doreen, much loved father and grandfather. Funeral to take place on Wednesday February 27. Would friends please meet for service at St. Saviours Church, Shotton at 12.45 p.m. followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium at 1.30 p.m. No flowers please by request. Donations in lieu if desired to, Cancer Research c/o, Bill's family.
ANDREWS - February 15, peacefully at The Gardens Care Home, Darlington. David Wade, aged 87 years, dear brother of the late Elizabeth, Ivy, Les and Bill, also a much loved uncle and great-uncle. Funeral Friday, February 22. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 11.15 a.m. Flowers may be sent c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.
ARMSTRONG - February 10, peacefully at home, with his family around him, after a long illness bravely borne. Joe, aged 86 years, of Prior Street, Darlington, formerly of Wheatley Hill, dearly loved husband of Sarah, a much loved dad of Cheryl, Marie and Marjorie, dear father-in-law of Eric, Colin and John, devoted grandad of Louise, Ruth and Matthew also great-grandad of Robbie, Daniel, Woody and Theo. Funeral Friday February 22. Would friends please meet 12.00 noon for Requiem Mass at St. Augustine's R.C. Church, prior to cremation at Darlington. No flowers by request. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to St. Teresa's Hospice, Darlington.
BARKER - February 14, (peacefully, in hospital), of Newbiggin, Middleton- in-Teesdale. Gladys Amy, aged 86 years, dearly loved wife of the late Jack. Much loved mother of John, Lester and Malcolm, dear grandma and great-grandma. Sadly missed by all of her family and friends. Would friends please meet for funeral service at Newbiggin Methodist Chapel on Wednesday February 20, at 11.30 a.m. followed by interment. Family flowers only please, donations if desired may be given in chapel to Chapel Funds and The British Heart Foundation.
BARNES - Pauline (nee Mann), of Great Broughton, near Stokesley and formerly of Dersingham, Norfolk, died peacefully in hospital on February 9, 2008. Beloved mother of Sarah, Peter and Bruce, a loving grandmother and good friend. Private family cremation. A celebration of the life of Pauline will be held at St Augustine's Church, Kirkby near Stokesley on Thursday, February 28, time 12.45 p.m. for 1.00 p.m. Flower arrangements or potted plants (bulbs e.g.) at the Church entrance very welcome. (Please collect them at the end of the service).
BARTLEY - February 16, peacefully in hospital. Catherine (Kitty, nee Gilling), aged 84 years, of Wheatley Hill. Beloved wife of the late John, a dearly loved mother of Maureen, Eileen, Margaret, Teresa and Monica, a dearest mother-in-law, also a much loved nana and great-nana. Requiem Mass Tuesday, February 26 at Sacred Heart and English Martyrs R.C. Church, Thornley 11.00 a.m., followed by interment at Wheatley Hill Cemetery. On whose soul sweet Jesus have mercy. R.I.P
BELL - (Trimdon Colliery) On February 21, peacefully at home in his sleep. Matthew (Matty), aged 93 years, beloved husband of the late Margaret, loving father of Kenneth and Eileen, dear father-in-law of Dorothy and James and devoted grandad to Andrew (and Lata), also Marie (and Brian) and great-grandad to Laura-Jane, Kieran and Keeva. Cortege to leave residence Tuesday, February 26 for service at St. William's R.C. Church, Trimdon Village 10.30 a.m., prior to interment at Trimdon Grange Cemetery.
BRERETON - (nee Oliver) February 21 (suddenly, in hospital), of Darlington, formerly of Middleton-in-Teesdale and Barnard Castle. Moira, aged 77 years, beloved wife of Neville and much loved mam of Lynne. Would friends and family please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium on Friday, February 29 at 10.15 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if so desired, may be made to Cancer Research or the British Heart Foundation (Plate at Crematorium).
BROWN - February 13, suddenly, at Langdale Cottage, Trimdon Colliery. Jeff, aged 44 years, loving husband of Lynne, devoted father of Courtney, Charlotte and Chloe, loving son of Jenny and Fred, dear brother of Beverley and Janette and partners, a dear son-in-law to Ron and brother-in-law to Joanne. Cremation Durham Crematorium Wednesday, February 27. Friends please accept this intimation and meet for service at the Crematorium at 3.00 pm Family flowers only. Donations, if so desired, to a Memorial Tree care of Anthony. Enquiries to East Durham Funeral Services Ltd., Peterlee. Tel: (0191) 5864322.
BROWN - February 22, suddenly in hospital, of Sowerby. Keith, aged 72 years, dearly loved husband of Margaret, a much loved dad of Sadie, Amanda and David, a loving grandad. Will friends please meet for service in St. Bede's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium on Friday, February 29 at 2.30 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for Rheumatoid Arthritis Research.
BURKE - Gilesgate February 17, peacefully in hospital, of Halgarth Nursing Home, formerly of The Moorlands. Renee, aged 81 years, wife of the late John, loving mam of Bryan and Geoff, mother-in-law of Kathleen and Glenis, granny of Angela and Paul, Steve, Stuart and Rochelle, great-granny of Ewan and dearest friend of Walter Gray. Would friends please meet at St. Giles Church on Monday February 25 at 1.15 p.m. for service, prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be sent for the British Heart Found-ation.
CADWALLEN - Wilfred, aged 82 years, passed away peacefully at The Gables Nursing Home on Saturday, February 16, 2008. Wilfred will be sadly missed by his wife Nora, family and friends. The funeral service will take place at Bedford Crematorium on Monday, March 3, 2008 at 10.45 a.m. Family flowers only please but donations welcomed in Wilfred's memory for the Alzheimers Society (Huntingdon Branch) would be welcomed at the service or care of Anglia Co-op Funerals, 1 Huntingdon Street, St. Neots, PE19 1BG. Tel: (01480) 210780.
CARR - February 12, 2008. (Suddenly, but peacefully at home). Cilla, (Priscilla), aged 60 years, of East Cowton, (formerly of Wingate). Beloved wife of Eddie, much loved mum of David, Adrian and families, loving nanna of Harvey, greatly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral Monday February 25. Would friends please meet 1.00 p.m. for service at All Saint's Church, East Cowton, followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired to, The Violet Trust and Breakthrough Breast Cancer.
CLIFFORD - Joyce (nee Duxfield) On February 19, 2008, at Salisbury District Hospital, formerly of Castleside. Widow of the late Vic Clifford, loving mother and mother-in-law to Ian and Julie, Neil and Christine. Funeral service to be held at Westerleigh Crematorium on Wednesday February 27, at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only, donations if desired to, Royal British Legion, c/o, F. Curtis and Son, 11 Portway, Warminster, Wilts. BA12 8QG.
COATSWORTH - It is with the deepest of sadness the family of Peter Coatsworth must announce his passing away on February 16 after a long illness borne with the greatest of courage and dignity. Cremation was held quietly on February 22. A devoted husband, dad and grandad.
DACRE - February 15, suddenly in hospital, of Thirsk, formerly of Felixkirk. Hilda, beloved wife of the late Charlie, a dearly loved mother of Harold and Doreen, mother-in-law of Rita, a much loved grandma to Sarah, Duncan, Paul, Jayne, Andrew and Karen, also great-grandma of Ryan, Charlie, Tom, Brydie and Evie. Friends please meet in St. James' Green Methodist Church on Saturday, February 23 at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations for Church Funds.
DAGLISH - Robert (Bob), of Bishop Auckland, died peacefully in hospital on February 21. Beloved husband of Norma, devoted dad of Wendy and loving grandad of Paul. Funeral service at Bishop Auckland Methodist Church on Thursday February 28 at 2.30 p.m., followed by private committal at Durham Crematorium. Friends please meet at the Church. Family flowers only please, if desired donations for the Critical Care Unit, Bishop Auckland General Hospital may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, 8 Kensington South, Cockton Hill Road, Bishop Auckland DL14 6JA.
DALY - On February 14, 2008, peacefully in hospital after a short illness. John, aged 71 years, of Darlington, husband of Joyce, much loved dad of June, Pauline, Louise and the late Adam, sadly missed father-in-law of Gary and Rob, dearly loved grandad to Danny, Steven, Zion, Hannah and Eve. Funeral Thursday February 21. Would friends please meet 1.15 p.m. for service at the West Cemetery Chapel, Darlington followed by burial in the West Cemetery.
DAVIDSON - February 16, peacefully in hospital, of Browning Hill, Coxhoe, formerly of Ushaw Moor. Alison (nee Glennon), aged 43 years, a loving wife of Stuart, darling mummy to Louise, a much loved daughter, step-daughter and sister and will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Would friends please meet for Requiem Mass in St. Joseph's R.C. Church, Ushaw Moor on Friday, February 22 at 1.00 p.m., followed by interment in Ushaw Moor Cemetery. Friends welcome for refreshments at Bowburn Hall Hotel afterwards. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu for Cancer Research U.K. and Adoption U.K. may be given after the service or sent to N. Alderson Funeral Directors, Flass Terrace, Ushaw Moor, DH7 7LD. No mourning clothes at her own request please.
DAWES - Florence May, aged 87 years, died peacefully at home in Bedale on February 22, 2008. Much loved wife of Tommy, dear mother of John, Carol, Kathleen, Christine, Peter, David and Richard, mother-in-law of Jim and Sally and 8 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Funeral service to be held at Wycar Methodist Church on Wednesday, February 27 at 10.00 a.m., followed by interment at St. Paul's Churchyard, Healey. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, for Marie Curie and Herriot Hospice Nurses.
DOBISON - February 19, in hospital, of Raby Road, Ferryhill. Constance aged 83 years, dearly loved wife of the late George, a dear mam of David and Peggy also a much loved nana and great-nana. Cortege leaving residence at 10.00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 26 for service and committal at Durham Crematorium at 10.30 a.m. Bus provided from residence. Donations in lieu of flowers please for charity. Plate provided at the Crematorium.
DONKING - On February 18, peacefully in hospital, after a short illness. Dorothy, of Snape, formerly of Pinchinthorpe, dearly loved wife of Thom, loving mother of Clair and a dearest grandma of Thomas. Funeral service and cremation to take place at St. Bede's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium on Tuesday, February 26 at 11.00 am
DONKING - On February 18, peacefully in hospital, after a short illness. Dorothy, of Snape, formerly of Pinchinthorpe, dearly loved wife of Thom, loving mother of Clair and a dearest grandma of Thomas. Funeral service and cremation to take place at St. Bede's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium on Tuesday, February 26 at 11.00 am
DOWSE - Cavan A very dear brother to Lou, brother-in-law to Pauline and uncle to Karen and Simon. Will be sadly missed
DOWSE - Cavan, aged 65 years, of Richmond, died suddenly on February 13. Dearly loved husband of Ann, much loved dad of Mark and Catriona, dear father-in-law to Steve and loving granda of Samuel and Hannah. Funeral service at St. Mary's Church, Richmond on Friday, February 22 at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment in the cemetery. Friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations for the Richmond Station Project (cheques payable to the RBPT), may be sent care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, DL10 4AJ.
DURNALL - Cheryl (nee Whittle), died unexpectedly on February 14. Funeral to be held at Darlington Crematorium at 1.45 pm on Tuesday, February 26. No flowers please. Donations for local Baby Units. In memory of a wonderful mother, daughter, wife, sister and aunt. We'll love you always. Taylor, Mum, Dad, Dave, Dean, Kyle, Alison, Poppy and Ella.
EKINS - February 16, tragically, of Bishop Auckland. Nigel, aged 58 years, beloved husband of Barbara, much loved and loving dad of Amy and Heather, loving son of Edna and the late James, also a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. A private service is to be held.
ELLWOOD - February 14 (in hospital in Worthing). Jennie, aged 86 years, beloved mother and grand-mother. Cremation in Worthing February 25. Memorial service in Leyburn to be arranged at a later date.
EVANS - February 16, peacefully at Eastbourne Care Home, of 10 Yoredale Drive, Darlington. Vivian, aged 81 years, dearly loved and loving husband of Jean, dear father of Richard and Martin, loved father-in-law of Anita and Kim and loving grandfather of Martin, Liz and Zoe. A private cremation service will be held on Tuesday, February 26, followed by a Service of Thanksgiving for Viv's life at St Mary's Church, Cockerton at 2.45 p.m. to which all friends are invited. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be given for Asthma U.K. or the Arthritis Research Campaign c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington DL3 7JR.
EVANS - February 18 (suddenly), of Craddock Street, Spennymoor. Joe, aged 88 years, a dearly loved brother of Cissie and a loving uncle of Peter, Jill and families. Would friends please meet in Trinity Methodist Church, Rosa Street, Friday for a service at 10.15 a.m., followed by committal at Durham Crematorium.
FARR - February 17, peacefully in hospital, after a short illness. Jeffrey Brian, of Osmotherley. Much loved and respected by all his family and friends. Funeral service to take place at St. Peter's Church, Osmotherley on Friday, February 22 at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment. Flowers or donations if wished may be given for the Royal British Legion c/o Barthram Funeral Service, 47 South Parade, Northallerton, DL7 8SG.
FENWICK - Harry Retired Warrant Officer Harry Fenwick R.A.F. died unexpectedly in America. Memorial Mass Tuesday February 26, 2007 at 11.30 a.m. at The Convent Chapel, St. Michael's R.C. School, Esh Laude, Durham.
FERGUSON - February 19, of Wolsingham (late of Billy Row and Crook). Cecil, aged 78 years, husband of Sheila (nee Sanderson), a father, father-in-law, granda and brother. Funeral private.
GEORGE - February 17, Edward (Ted), aged 77 years, of Winnipeg, Canada, late of Howden-le-Wear and Bishop Auckland. Dear brother of Douglas and the late Michael and Brian.
GILSON - On February 19, peacefully at home, of West Rainton. Charles aged 92 years, a beloved husband of the late Irene, a much loved dad of Alan and Patricia, Keith and Janice, George and Judith, an adored grandad of Katrina, Marie, Nicola, David and Kay, a respected grandad-in-law and a pal to all his great-grandchildren. Friends please meet for service at St. Mary's Church, West Rainton on Monday, February 25 at 2.45 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only please, with donations kindly accepted by St. Cuthbert's Hospice.
GREEN - Hurworth Place February 18, suddenly after an illness bravely borne, of Cedar Mews. Allan, aged 71 years, a devoted husband to Judith, a loving dad to Sally and dear father-in-law to Phil and a very special grandad to Lillie and Sam. He will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends. Funeral Monday, February 25. Would friends kindly meet for service in All Saints' Church, Hurworth 10.00 a.m., followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu in aid of St Teresa's Hospice will be accepted by Whitehouse Funeral Service, 17 West Auckland Road, Darlington. DL3 9EL. Tel: (01325) 482999.
GRUBB - February 15, (peacefully, in hospital). Dennis, aged 60 years, of Sherburn Village. A loving husband of Linda, a devoted dad of Claire, also affectionately remembered by Dale and a treasured grandad of Luke and Jake. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Friday February 22, at 3.00 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to, Cancer Research, plate provided at crematorium #
