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HOPE - October 5, after a short illness borne with great courage and dignity. Allan, aged 65 years, of St. Helens Auckland, a devoted and loving husband of the late Joan, much loved dad of Craig and Claire, dear father-in-law of Dawn and David, special foster dad of Joanne, a much loved and loving granda to Sara, Andrew and Jessica, great-granda to Caitlyn, also a dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle, a very special son-in-law and friend to Ethel Richardson. Will friends please meet for service in St. Helen's Church at 11.00 a.m. on Monday, October 16, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only please.
HOPWOOD - October 10 (in hospital), of Haughton, formerly of Blackwell. Robert Frederick (Fred), dear uncle of Freddie, dear partner and friend of the late Doreen (Dot), dearly loved by Carolyn and Marlene, grandfather of Jamie, Kelly and Paul and great-grandfather of Sascha, Ebony, Olivia and Owen. Funeral Tuesday. Would friends kindly meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, Haughton-le-Skerne at 1.45 p.m., followed by interment at West Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations may be sent for Ward 43 Trust Fund, Darlington Memorial Hospital, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., 59a Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.
HUSSAIN - (Lanchester) Suddenly in hospital on October 11, aged 66 years, Patricia. Friends please meet for Requiem Mass at All Saint's Catholic Church, Kitswell Road, Lanchester on Monday October 16, at 2.00 p.m. followed by interment in Kitswell Road Cemetery, Lanchester.
IDDON - Formerly of Thornley. Passed away peacefully after a long illness in Peterborough on October 11. Billy, aged 77 years. Beloved husband of the late Mary Alice (nee O'Neill), a much loved dad, father-in-law, also devoted grandad, great-grandad and a sadly missed brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Friends please meet for service at St. William's R.C. Church, Trimdon Village on Wednesday October 18, at 2.00 p.m. followed by interment in Trimdon Grange Cemetery. Floral tributes will be accepted by Co-operative Funeral Service, Wheatley Hill.
JACKSON - Easington Village On October 8. Florence (Flo, nee Horseman), aged 76 years, dearly loved wife of Joseph (Joe), a loving mother of Christine and Susan, a dear grandmother and great-grandmother. Cortege to leave residence Friday, October 13 at 10.20 a.m., for service in St. Mary's Church, Easington Village at 10.30 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Friends please meet at church. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu to Glen Hill School, Easington Colliery, c/o Mark Hewittson.
JACKSON - October 11, of Kew Rise, Darlington. Kenneth, aged 90 years, beloved husband of the late Maud, dearly loved father of David and Judith, father-in-law of Linda and Barry, also a much loved grandad and great-grandad. Funeral Wednesday. Friends please meet for service at Darlington Crematorium at 11.15 a.m. and afterwards are invited to Blackwell Grange Hotel. Family flowers only. Donations may be sent for the R.N.I.B., c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.
KELLY - Hazel, aged 73 years, of Norman Square, Richmond, died peacefully at the Friary Hospital on October 6. Dearly loved wife of Fred, much loved mum of Barbara and the late Pat, loving nana of Linda and Shaun and great-nana of Danielle and Chloe. Funeral service at Darlington Crematorium on Friday, October 13 at 11.15 a.m. Friends please meet at the crematorium chapel. Family flowers only please, if desired, donations may be given on the plate provided at the crematorium chapel for the Friends of the Friary Hospital, Richmond.
KNOWLES - On October 8 (suddenly in hospital), of Bishop Auckland. Tommy, aged 36 years, loving son of Ann, dearly loved brother of Julie, also a dear friend of William, John, Brian, Tracy and staff of Westlea Avenue. Friends please meet for service in St. Anne's Church, Bishop Auckland on Friday, October 13 at 9.00 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. Will be sadly missed by all.
MACKERELL - October 1 (suddenly in Athens), of Knayton, Thirsk. John, aged 62 years, beloved husband of Alison, loving father of Roger and Antonia, dear son to Richard and Greta and brother to Anne and Eileen. The funeral service will be held at Darlington Crematorium on Monday, October 16 at 2.45 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory may be made to the British Heart Foundation.
MADDISON - October 5, of Albert Terrace, Stanhope, Alan Douglas, aged 89 years. A dear uncle of Michael and Christine and a dear great-uncle. Relations and friends please meet for service in St. Thomas Church, Stanhope on Thursday October 12 at 2.00 p.m. followed by interment in Crosshills Cemetery.
MATTHEWS - October 10, peacefully at Wilton House, formerly of Branksome Green, Darlington. Frances Muriel (Muriel), aged 87 years, beloved wife of the late James Ronald (Ronnie), dearly loved mother of Sheena and the late David, mother-in-law of Pauline, also a much loved grandma of Richard, Simon and Jonathan and dear sister of Marina and the late Audrey and Billy. Funeral Friday. Friends please meet for service in the Church of the Holy Family at 11.15 a.m., followed by interment in the West Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations for charitable causes may be made payable to Mr. Keith Hunt, 8 Fairfield Walk, Ossett, WF5 0ED.
MINTO - On October 9, of Doric Road, New Brancepeth. Mary (Molly), aged 83 years, beloved wife of the late Thomas, much loved mother of Barbara, Jennifer and Lesley, a loving mother-in-law, nana and great-nana and a dear sister of Ella. Friends please meet for service in New Brancepeth Methodist Church on Monday, October 16 at 9.45 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham. Friends welcome for refreshments at The Bay Horse afterwards. Donations in lieu of flowers may be given after the service for Age Concern.
NELSON - (formerly Hallewell) October 8. Rosa, aged 85 years, suddenly but peacefully in hospital. Dearly loved wife of the late Harry, loving mam of Valerie, Philip, Pamela and Robert, devoted grandmother and great-grandmother, also foster mother to many. Funeral Friday, October 13. Would friends please meet 9.15 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only by request.
NEVILL - Derek October 5, aged 69 years, of Lion House, Hawes. Dear husband of the late Wendy, much loved father of Sara, Lisa, Mark and Jonathon, father-in-law and dear grandfather. Funeral service will take place at St. Margaret's Church, Hawes on Thursday October 12, at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Hawes School and British Diabetic Association.
ORD - October 10, of Bishop Auckland. Desmond (Des), aged 71 years, beloved husband of Madge, devoted dad of David, Kevin, Linda and Ian, a dear father-in-law, also a much loved and loving granda and great-granda. Will friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 11.15 a.m. on Tuesday, October 17.
PAMLER - Peacefully in St. John's Nursing Home on October 5, Reginald (Reg), aged 88 years, beloved husband of the late Maud, father of Judith, Jungle, Maureen and the late David, also a father-in-law, grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral Thursday, October 12. Would friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 1.15 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Leukaemia Research, c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.
POTTER - October 12 (suddenly), of Greenfields Road, Bishop Auckland. Adelaide, aged 70 years, dearly beloved wife of the late Neville, a devoted mam of Yvette, Dianne, Glenda and Adele, also a much loved mother-in-law, a dearly loved sister, sister-in-law, nana, great-nana and auntie, also best friend to Betty. Particulars to follow.
RAINE - October 8 (peacefully in Richardson Hospital), of Coach and Horses, Spital, Bowes. Rosamond Mary (nee Davis), beloved wife of the late Laurance, mother to Albert and Neville, mother-in-law to Joan and nana to Philip, Peter and partners. Would friends please meet for funeral service at St. Giles' Church, Bowes on Thursday, October 12 at 1.15 p.m., followed by private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given in church to Church Funds and Ward 1, Richardson Hospital.
RAYNER - (Meadowfield) Peacefully on October 8, aged 72 years. Harry, the devoted husband of Pam, much loved dad of Lynn and Neil, a dear father-in-law of Paul and Sue, also a loving grandad of Lauren, Jordan, Adam, Simon and Josh. Harry will be sadly missed by all his loving family and friends. Friends please meet at Durham Crematorium on Thursday October 12, at 3.30 p.m. for service prior to cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired to, MacMillan Nurses, a collection plate will be provided at the crematorium.
REES - David Frederick (Dai), Royal Signals, Maj (QM) Rtd., of Middleton St. George, Co. Durham, died peacefully on October 5 after a long illness bravely borne. Widower of Timmy, devoted father of Claire. Funeral Monday, October 16. Friends please meet for service in Elm Ridge Methodist Church, Darlington at 10.45 a.m., followed by private cremation. Donations in his memory to Ward 44, Darlington Memorial Hospital and the Royal Signals Benevolent Fund. Funeral enquiries to Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR. Tel. (01325) 465647.
RITSON - On October 9, peacefully at home. Florence, aged 83 years, beloved wife of the late Joe, a dear mum of Philip and Steven, mother-in-law of Sharon and Mary, a loving grandmother of William and a precious sister of Joan, Edie, Betty and brother George. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Tuesday, October 17 at 1.00 p.m.
ROBSON - On October 5, in hospital. Violet, aged 81 years, wife of the late Edward, sister of Eva and the late Albert, Nora and George, a much loved aunt. Would friends please meet at St. Cuthbert's Church, Peterlee on Thursday, October 12 for service at 2.15 p.m., followed by interment at Peterlee Cemetery.
SANDERSON - October 6, of Newton Aycliffe. Betty, aged 79 years. Beloved wife of the late Joe, loving mum of Sue, a much loved grandma of Richard and Nicholas and great-grandma of Jake and Timothy, also a dear mother-in-law of Roger. The funeral service will take place on Tuesday October 17, 1.00 p.m. at St. Clare's Church, prior to cremation at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only by request. Donations in lieu if so desired may be made to, Cancer Research U.K. Lloyds Bank, Skinnergate, Darlington. DL3 7ND.
SANDYS - Diana (nee Edwards), on October 5, 2006 at Richmond, North Yorkshire, after a short illness, aged 86 years. Beloved wife, for over 61 years to Charles and mother of Gillian and Anthony. Funeral at Darlington Crematorium on Thursday, October 12 at 1.45 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if wished, to Age Concern, care of John Blenkiron and Sons Ltd., Funeral Directors, Victoria House, 21 Queens Road, Richmond, North Yorkshire, DL10 4AJ.
SCOTT - October 9, in hospital, of Princess Road, Darlington. Mike, aged 68 years, dearly loved husband of Kathleen, stepdad of Karen and loving grandpa of Matthew, Adam and Ellie. Funeral Wednesday, October 18. Will friends please meet for service 11.45 a.m. at Darlington Crematorium Chapel. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to St. Teresa's Hospice, a donation box will be provided at the crematorium.
SCOTT - On October 9, peacefully at home. Anne, aged 65 years, of Darlington, dearly beloved wife and best friend of Bob, much loved mam of Paul, Kevin and Lisa, mother-in-law of Dawn, Kay and Martin and adored grandma of Jonathan, Carl, Rachel and Luke. Funeral Friday, October 13. Would friends please meet for service at St. Thomas Aquinas R.C. Church at 1.30 p.m., prior to cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, to St. Teresa's Hospice, The Woodlands, 91 Woodland Road, Darlington, DL3 7UA. 'Will be greatly missed by all the family.'
SCRIVENER - On October 6, peacefully in hospital. Betty, aged 71 years, of Darlington, beloved wife of the late Ronnie, sister of May and Joanne, sister-in-law of Hazel and Vicky, beloved aunt and valued friend. Funeral Monday, October 16. Would friends please meet for service in Darlington Crematorium at 3.15 p.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Cancer Research U.K., c/o Seaton Leng and Son Ltd., Bondgate, Darlington, DL3 7JR.
SLATER - October 8, suddenly in hospital. Doreen, aged 80 years, of Rydal Care Home, late of Waltham Close, Darlington. A much loved wife of the late Kenneth, a dearly loved mam of Dawn, Michael, Barry and Dale, a dear mother-in-law of Karen and Lynn, a treasured nana and great-nana, also a loving sister of John, Albert and Brian. Funeral Monday, October 16. Would friends please meet 11.15 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium.
SMITH - October 6, (peacefully, in hospital), of Thornley. Hilda, (nee Harrison), aged 73 years. Dearly loved mother of Lesley and Keith, dearest mother-in-law and a much loved gran. Cortege leaving residence Friday at 11.30 a.m. Friends please meet at Durham Crematorium for service and cremation at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired to, Cancer Research, c/o, Lesley.
SPOONER - October 10, peacefully (formerly of Pembrooke Court, Darlington). Elsie, aged 92 years, a much loved mam of Henry, Sheila, Desmond and Irene, a dear mother-in-law also a treasured gran and great-gran. Funeral Tuesday, October 17. Would friends please meet 1.45 p.m., for service at Darlington Crematorium.
STANNARD - (nee Snaith) October 6, peacefully in hospital, of Salisbury Terrace, Darlington. Ivy, in her 95th year, beloved wife of the late John, dearly loved mother of David and Dorothy, dear mother-in-law of Geoff, loving gran of Sandra and Elizabeth and great-gran of Emily, Sam and Jonathan. Funeral Monday, October 16. Friends please meet for service in St. Matthew and St. Luke's Church, Brinkburn Road at 1.45 p.m., followed by interment in West Cemetery.
STEPHENSON - October 10, of St. Aidans Lodge Residential Home, Framwellgate Moor, formerly of Pity Me. Mabel, aged 96 years, beloved wife of the late Jim, dearly loved mother of Mabel and the late Shirley, mother-in-law of John and a much loved grandma and great-grandma. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday, October 18 at 11.30 a.m.
STOCKLEY - October 7, (peacefully, in hospital), of York Square, Shildon. George, aged 75 years. A dearly loved husband of Mary, a devoted dad of Keith and father-in-law of Vivien, a dearly loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Interment Friday October 13, in Shildon Cemetery. Cortege leaving residence at 11.50 a.m. for a service in The Methodist Chapel, Shildon at 12.00 noon. Friends please meet at chapel.
STOREY - October 12, (peacefully, in hospital), of Osborne Road, Spennymoor. Brian, aged 68 years. Devoted husband of Dot, a dearly loved dad of Nigel and Ian, loved and respected father-in-law, a much loved granda, beloved son and a loving brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Would friends please meet in St. Paul's Church, Spennymoor, Friday for a service at 10.30 a.m. followed by committal at Durham Crematorium, family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired may be left in the collection plate at the rear of the church for 'The British Heart Foundation' and 'St. Paul's Alter Window Fund'.
STOREY - Isabella On September 30. Bella, aged 84 years, of Trimdon, loving mother of Allan and the late Mary. Funeral service and cremation to take place at Durham Crematorium on Thursday, October 12 at 10.00 a.m. Friends please meet at crematorium.
STOREY - October 5, suddenly, of Rivergarth, Darlington. David, aged 58 years, dearly loved husband of Karen, much loved dad of Lee and Clare, father-in-law of Julia, loving grandad of Luke and Emma and a dear brother. Funeral Friday. Friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, Haughton at 12.15 p.m., followed by cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be sent for St. Teresa's Hospice, The Woodlands, 91 Woodland Road, Darlington, DL3 7UA.
STREET - October 6, of Tindale Crescent, Bishop Auckland. Geoffrey (Geoff), aged 74 years (ex K.S.L.I. Regiment and Korean Veteran). Devoted husband of Brenda, much loved dad of Paul and Philip, dear father-in-law to Sharon, a much loved and loving granda to Lewis and Victoria, also stepgrandad of Maria. Will friends please meet for service in St. Andrew's Church, Bishop Auckland at 1.00 p.m. on Friday, October 13, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given to Ward 5 at Bishop Auckland General Hospital.
SWAINSON - October 9, of Walden Terrace, Fishburn. Dorothy, aged 91 years. Beloved wife of the late James, loving mother of Dorothy, Michael and the late Cynthia, also a dear mother-in-law, grandma, great-grandma, aunt and much loved sister-in-law of Jean. Friends please meet for service at St. John Fisher R.C. Church, Sedgefield on Friday October 13, at 2.45 p.m. followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium at 3.30 p.m. Family flowers only please.
TALBOT - October 8, after a short illness. Michael Francis, aged 62 years, of Newton Aycliffe, formerly of Bishop Auckland. Beloved dad of Christopher and Karen, dear brother of Valerie and the late Kevin, also a dear uncle. Will friends please meet for service in St. Mary's R.C. Church, Bishop Auckland at 12.00 noon on Wednesday, October 18, followed by interment in South Church Cemetery. R.I.P.
TEMPLEMAN - Dorothy On Thursday, October 5, peacefully at home, in Romanby, aged 90 years. Dorothy, wife of the late Harry, dearest mother of Richard, mother-in-law of Jane, grandmother of Wayne and Melissa and great-grandmother of Lewis and Mollie. Funeral service to be held at Romanby Methodist Church on Thursday, October 12 at 2.30 p.m. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu can be given to Marie Curie Cancer Care and Herriot Hospice Homecare, plate provided at the service.
TERRY - October 8, peacefully at home, of Darlington. Dennis (Jack), aged 84 years, dearly loved husband of Mary and a much loved father and grandfather. Funeral Wednesday, October 18. Friends please meet for service in St. Mark's Church at 12.15 p.m., followed by cremation. 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.
