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STONELY - April 16 (peacefully in hospital, after a long illness bravely borne). Elsie, aged 64 years, much loved wife of Kenneth, a dear mam of Greta, Keith and Julie and a dear mother-in-law, grandma and great-grandma.R.I.P..Cortege leaving residence at 8.05 a.m. on Friday. April 19 for service in St. Luke's Church at 8.15 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. All welcome at the Eldon, Ferryhill Station afterwards.
WEBSTER - April 14 (in hospital), of Aquinas Court, Darlington. Douglas Henry, aged 85 years, darling husband of Doreen, dearly loved father of Jan, dear father-in-law of Mos, much loved grandpa of Katie and Sophie, also a dear brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral Tuesday. Would friends kindly meet for service in St. Mark's Church at 1.15 p.m. Flowers may be sent to Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington.
WELBURN - April 13, of Brighton Road, Darlington. David, aged 68 years, beloved husband of Marie, loving dad of Karen and Heather, best mate to grandsons Jonathan and Christopher and granddaughters Hayley and Rebecca. Funeral Tuesday. Friends please meet for service in West Cemetery Chapel at 11.45 a.m., followed by cremation. Flowers may be sent to Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington.
WILSON - April 16 (in hospital), of Dene View, Cassop, Durham. Andy, aged 76 years, beloved husband of the late Winnie, dearly loved father of Carole and Patricia, a dear father-in-law of Tom and Keith, a devoted grandad of Sharon and Cheryl, great-grandad of Connor and Hollie and a sadly missed brother. Friends please meet for service at the Methodist Chapel, Cassop on Monday at 12.40 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham.
BIDDULPH - April 17 (suddenly, in hospital), of 4 Ennerdale Close, Belmont. Ann, aged 52 years, dearly loved wife of Peter, treasured mum of Victoria and Kirsten, loving daughter of Edna and the late Tom, loved sister of Joan, sister-in-law to Keith, dear aunt of Richard, Chris and Caroline and sadly missed by all family, friends and colleagues. Friends please meet for service at Carrville Methodist Church on Monday, April 22 at 1.30 p.m. Interment to follow in Belmont Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, in lieu, to Cancer Research U.K., c/o Stuart Wright Funerals, Gilesgate.
CARTER - April 17 (peacefully, in hospital), of Hall Lane Estate, Willington. John (Jacky), aged 77 years, beloved brother of Jean and the late Audrey, loving uncle of Lynn, Angela and Shaun, also great-uncle and a friend to many. Cortege leaving Hall Lane Estate, Willington on Tuesday, April 23 at 12.00 noon for service at Lydia Street Chapel, Willington at 12.10 p.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Jacky will be sadly missed by Lynn, Angela and Shaun - more of a father than an uncle.
COCKBURN - April 16 (suddenly, at home), of Newton Aycliffe. Alan, aged 43 years, a loving father to Claire, a dearest son of Maria and Frank, a much loved grandad of Lewis and a dear brother to Steven, Colin and Neil, also a dear brother-in-law, uncle and nephew. Interment Tuesday in Aycliffe Cemetery. Cortege leaving his brother Steven's residence at 11.50 a.m. for service in St. Clare's Church, Newton Aycliffe at 12.00 noon. Friends please meet at church.
DODD - April 17, of 40 Howard Close, Bishop Auckland. Thomas, aged 75 years, beloved husband of Kathleen, a dearly loved father of Christopher, Joseph, Stephen and Gordon, a dear father-in-law and grandfather. Friends please meet for service in Woodhouse Close Church on Tuesday, April 23 at 1.45 p.m., followed by private cremation. Family flowers only.
DUNLEAVY - Tynemouth .Peacefully in hospital after a short illness on April 15, 2002, aged 78 years, George Bernard, beloved husband of Vera and a much loved father of Brian and Margaret, also a proud grandad to George, Edward, Michael and Stuart. Peace at last dad.Family and friends to meet at our Lady of St. Oswin's, Tynemouth for Requim Mass on Wednesday April 24, at 1p.m. followed by cremation at Tynemouth Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations in lieu to C.A.F.O.D.
ELWARD - April 17, at The Mount Oswald Nursing Home, Hartlepool, of 8 Byron Street, Wheatley Hill. Christina, aged 86 years, dearly loved wife of the late Thomas and loving mother of Noreen, James, Thomas and Margaret, also a loving mother-in-law and a devoted gran. To be received into Wheatley Hill R.C. Church, Friday 6.00 p.m. Requiem Mass Saturday 10.00 a.m. Friends please accept this intimation and meet at church. Interment following, Wheatley Hill Cemetery.On whose Soul sweet Jesus have Mercy.R.I.P..
GARNON - April 14 (suddenly), at 89c Surtees Street, Darlington. Dave, aged 36 years, beloved son of Vincent and Julie, dearly loved daddy of Lucy and a loving brother and uncle. Funeral Wednesday. Leaving his parent's home, 1 Harcourt Street for service in St. Matthew and St. Luke's Church, Brinkburn Road at 10.30 a.m., followed by interment in North Cemetery. Casual dress please at Dave's request.
GIBBS - April 17 (in hospital), of 25 Mill House Court, Gilesgate. Ronnie, aged 71 years, beloved husband of Lily, loving father of Jacqueline and Robert, a much loved granda of Andrew and Tony, father-in-law to Bobby and a dear brother of Brian. Friends please meet for service and committal at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday, April 24 at 12.00 noon. Private refreshments afterwards at Mill House for family and friends.
GRAHAM - April 15 (suddenly, in hospital), of Tempest Anderson House, Darlington. Richard (Dick), aged 73 years, dearly loved husband of Ivy, also a much loved father, father-in-law, grandad, great-grandad and brother. Funeral Tuesday, April 23. Will friends please meet for service 3.45 p.m. at the West Cemetery Chapel, Darlington, prior to cremation.
HODGSON - Lady Norma Hodgson passed away on April 9, 2002. Beloved wife to Maurice, mother of Vivien and Howard. Grandmother to Melissa, Christopher and Philip. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. The funeral service will be held at the Randalls Park Crematorium, Randalls Road, Leatherhead, Surrey on Friday, April 19 at 4.00 p.m. Floral tributes welcome. All enquiries to Frederick W. Chitty and Co., 45 Elmgrove Road, Weybridge, Surrey, KT13 8PB. Tel. (01932) 842220.
HOPPER - April 16 (peacefully), of Ferryhill. Jane Ann (Jean), aged 74 years, beloved wife of Thomas Albert (Charlie), a much loved mother of Trevor, Reuben, Gus, Roy and the late Barry, a loving mother-in-law and grandmother, also a dear sister of Bonnie and Josie. Service at Dean Bank Baptist Chapel, Ferryhill on Monday at 9.45 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Will friends please meet at the Chapel.
JAMES - April 15, peacefully, in Aycliffe Nursing Home (formerly of Waskerley Walk, Newton Aycliffe). Kathleen, aged 99 years, beloved daughter of the late William and Mary Anne. Would friends please meet in St. Clare's Church, Newton Aycliffe Monday for a service at 10.15 a.m., followed by committal at Durham Crematorium.
JARRATT - Marie, aged 74 years, on April 17, peacefully in hospital, after a long illness, of 11 White Pastures, Richmond. Dearly loved wife of Ron and much loved mother of Chris. Funeral service in St. Mary's Church, Richmond on Tuesday, April 23 at 2.00 p.m., followed by cremation. Friends please meet at the church. Family flowers only. Donations if desired, for the Victoria Ward, Friary Hospital, are being accepted by John Blenkiron and Sons, 21 Queens Road, Richmond. DL10 4AJ.
KILPATRICK - Peacefully, at Hillcrest Nursing Home, Catterick Garrison, of Traveller's Rest, Calvert Houses, Gunnerside. Dorothy, aged 86 years, dearly loved mother of the late Richard, very dear mother-in-law of Eileen, loving grandma of Mandy and Paul and a much loved great-grandma of Tony, Alex, Ryan and Emily. Funeral service and cremation to be held at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday, April 25 at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, for the British Heart Foundation, c/o S. Barningham, Manor Farm, Grinton, Richmond, N. Yorks. DL11 6HL. Will friends please meet at the crematorium and accept this intimation.
McCORMACK - On April 18, suddenly in hospital, of 30 Park Lane, Middleham. Lilian Grace, aged 76 years, beloved wife of Jim, dearly loved mother of Jim, a very dear nan to Cornel and Emma and much loved great-nan to Sam. Funeral service at St. Simon and St. Jude's R.C. Church, Ulshaw on Thursday, April 25 at 11.00 a.m., followed by private cremation. Friends please meet at the church.R.I.P..
MIDDLETON - (nee Foster). April 17 (peacefully at home, after a long illness), of Trimdon Village. Jenny, aged 78 years, beloved wife of Walter, a much loved mam of June and David, respected mother-in-law of Jeff and Monica, also a loving and devoted grandma of Jeffrey, Colin, Paul, Michael, Michelle, Colleen and Collette and a dear great-grandma. Service at St. Mary Magdalene Church, Trimdon Village on Tuesday at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment at Trimdon Grange Cemetery. Will friends please meet at church. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the Marie Curie Cancer Care.
PRESTON - April 17 (peacefully, in Darlington Manor Nursing Home), formerly of Model Place, Darlington. John William (Billy), aged 91 years, loving husband of the late Betty, much loved dad of June, Brian, Ann and Peter, also a treasured brother, grandad, great-grandad and great-great-grandad. Funeral Tuesday April 23. Would friends please meet 1.45 p.m. for service at The West Cemetery Chapel, Darlington, followed by interment.
RICHARDSON - April 14 (peacefully, at home), of 208 Hundens Lane, Darlington. Ena Beryl, aged 74 years, beloved wife of the late Gordon, a much loved sister and aunt to Joe, Margaret and June. Funeral Wednesday, April 24. Will friends please meet for service in the West Cemetery Chapel, Darlington 2.15 p.m., prior to cremation.R.I.P.
ROBSON - April 18 (peacefully), of Station Town and Wingate. Marjorie (Madge), aged 88 years, beloved sister of Annie (Nance). Loving memories, sadly missed by all. Would friends please meet for service at Millbank Chapel, Station Town on Tuesday at 12.30 p.m., prior to cremation at Hartlepool Crematorium.
SHAW - (Aldworth). April 14, tragically, as the result of an accident. Leonie Rosie (Lollie), aged 6 years, dearly loved daughter of Michelle, loving sister to Jade and Emily, beloved granddaughter of Rosie, dearest niece of Jeffrey, Sandra and Melvyn, Sammy and Adele, Barry and June, also a dear cousin to Melvyn, Andrew, Kirsty, Tammy, Ashley and Kimberley. Will friends please meet for service in St. Mary's R.C. Church, Bishop Auckland at 10.00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 23, followed by private interment for family and Michelle's close friends only.In our memory you will always stay, not once a year but every day. R.I.P..
TAYLOR - April 13 (peacefully, in Trees Park Village), of Hornby, Great Smeaton. Sheila Mary, aged 88 years, beloved wife of the late Geoffrey, loving mother of Valerie and Richard, also dear grandmother of Alex, Lorna, Guy, Rebecca and Max. A memorial service for family and friends will be held on Tuesday, April 23 at 2.00 p.m. in St. Eloy's Church, Great Smeaton. Cremation private.
WAITES - April 11 (peacefully in hospital, after a long illness), of Cotherstone. Mary, aged 70 years, dearly loved wife of Geoffrey, beloved mother of Stephen and Alan, much loved grandmother and dear sister of Ronnie and Sheila. Sadly missed by all of her family and friends. Funeral service at 11.45 a.m. on Monday, April 22 at Darlington Crematorium West Cemetery Chapel, private at her own request.
WARD - April 12 (peacefully, in hospital), of Tow Law (formerly of Mansfield). Fred, aged 81 years, beloved husband of the late Frances, a devoted father of Jane. Cremation Monday at Durham, following a service in the Crematorium Chapel at 3.30 p.m. Friends please meet at the Crematorium.
WHARTON - April 17 (suddenly, at home), of Peterlee. Joseph, aged 68 years, devoted husband of Anne, beloved father of Celia, treasured father-in-law of Stephen and a sadly missed granda of Ross, also a dearly missed brother of Dick and Sheila, Nancy and Matt and brother-in-law of Ronnie and Maureen and sister of Doreen. Would friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday at 10.30 a.m.
WILSHER - April 18 (suddenly), of Laburnum Avenue, Crook. Margaret Elizabeth (Peggy), aged 88 years, beloved wife of the late Charles, devoted mother of Pat and the late Ronnie, a dear mother-in-law to Norman and Margaret, a much loved and loving gran and great-gran, also a dear sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Will friends please meet for service in St. Catherine's Church, Crook at 12.40 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23, followed by cremation at Durham.
WILSON - (Spennymoor). April 16. Baby Melissa Emma (stillborn). Remembered and cherished by Mummy, Daddy, Nana, Grandma and Grandad. Friends please meet in St. Charles' Church, Tudhoe Village Monday for a service at 12.15 p.m., followed by committal at Durham Crematorium.
WILSON - Raymond (peacefully, in hospital on April 11), most dearly loved and cherished husband of Leila, devoted dad of Colin and Judith, father-in-law of Pauline, grandad of Thomas and Sally, dear brother of Pauline, a dear brother-in-law and uncle. Special uncle to Katy. Private cremation was held April 18.Deep gratitude to Dr. Carter of Moorlands Surgery and all staff on Ward 44, Darlington Memorial Hospital.
WRIGHT - April 17, very peacefully, at Willow Lodge, Middleton St. George. Ena (nee Bell), aged 80 years, beloved wife of the late Wilf, loving mam of Christine, Vincent and Pauline, also the adored grandma of Diane, Simon, Philip, Mark, Robbie, Nicky, Laura and Liam and mother-in-law of Michael, Peter, David and Nikki. Funeral Thursday, April 25. Will friends please meet for service at the West Cemetery Chapel, Darlington 3.45 p.m., prior to cremation. Family flowers only please.
YOUNGER - (Pelton).April 16, (peacefully, in hospital), late of Woodhouse Farm, Spennymoor. James, aged 70 years, beloved brother of Bob, Margaret and the late Jack and also a very dear uncle to all the family. Friends please meet at Birtley Crematorium, 1.00 p.m. Monday April 22, for service and cremation. Private afterwards.
