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WEST - November 4, died peacefully in hospital, formerly of Gilesgate. Mary, aged 83 years, beloved wife of the late Bob, dearly loved mother of Bob and devoted nana of Philip and mother-in-law to Ann. Friends please meet for service at Durham Crematorium on Monday, November 12 at 1.00 p.m. Flowers care of Stuart Wright Funeral Service, 23 Marshall Terrace, Gilesgate, Durham. Private afterwards.
WHITE - On November 7, 2007, in hospital, of Newton Hall. Doreen, aged 79 years, beloved wife of the late Kenneth (Ken), a devoted mother to Ian, John and David and a much loved mother-in-law, grandma and sister of George. Friends please meet for service and cremation at Durham Crematorium on Wednesday, November 14 at 11.30 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu for Ward 14, University Hospital of North Durham, may be given after the service. Friends welcome for refreshments at The Happy Wanderer, Framwellgate Moor afterwards.
WILKINSON - November 8 (at home, after a short illness), of Prospect Terrace, Chilton. Barry, aged 67 years, dearly loved husband of Joyce, a much loved dad of Jason and Paul, a dear father-in-law of Cheryl and a devoted grandad to Ross and Callum. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium Wednesday, for a service and committal at 10.00 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired may be left in the collection plate at the crematorium for 'Cancer Research U.K.'
WILLIAMS - November 5, of Grayson Grange, Middlestone Moor. Audrey (nee Armin), aged 81 years, beloved wife of the late Donald (Taffy), a dearly loved mam of Valerie, Glyn and Sandra, a dear mother-in-law, a much loved grandma and great-grandma and a loving sister-in-law and auntie. Would friends please meet at Durham Crematorium Friday, November 9 for a service and committal at 3.30 p.m.
WILSON - Mam, you're the one who had the sweetest name, had a smile all the same, who shared our joys, who cried when sad, the best friend we ever had. In our hearts there will be no other, who will take the place of our dear Mother. God Bless Mam xxx
WILSON - November 1 (peacefully at home), of Waterloo Terrace, Shildon. Tom, aged 83 years, dearly beloved husband of the late Elsie Florence, devoted dad of Ann, June, Alan and Keith and a dear father-in-law, also a much loved granda and dearest pops to his great-grandchildren and a dear brother to Frank and Olive. Cremation Friday, November 9 at Darlington. Cortege leaving residence at 9.45 a.m. for a service in the Crematorium Chapel at 10.15 a.m. Friends please meet at the Crematorium.
WILSON - November 2, peacefully, at home, of Ferryhill. Sheila (nee Donnelly), aged 70 years, a dearly loved wife of the late Ron, a dearly loved mother of Sharron, Marie and Carole, mother-in-law of John and Gary, a much loved nanna of Jonathan, Laura and Liam and great-nan of Daniel. Would friends please meet for service on Friday, November 9 at 12.00 noon at Durham Crematorium Chapel. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Butterwick Hospice, Bishop Auck-land. Plate will be provided at the Crema torium. Re-united with our loving dad.
ABEL - (Snape) Robert Chapman of Roskill, Bedale, aged 83 years. Died peacefully, at home on October 29, 2007. Precious husband of Gladys, a treasured father and grandfather of Andrew, Joy, Simon, Judith, Mark, Angela, Ruth, Liz, Helena, Emma, Samuel, Stephen, Bethany and Matthew. A service of Thanksgiving to be held at Snape Methodist Chapel on Monday November 5, at 2.00 p.m. Family flowers only, donations if desired for Herriot Hospice Homecare, Marie Curie Nurses and Snape Chapel.
ALDERSON - October 23, in hospital, of Pavilion Nursing Home, Fencehouses. Margaret Winifred, aged 82 years, a dearly loved sister of Iona and Edna and a very dear auntie and great-auntie. Cortege leaving sister's residence at 11.35 a.m. Friday, November 2 for service and cremation at Birtley Crematorium at 12.00 noon. Friends please meet at the Crematorium.
ARCHER - (Haswell) Suddenly on October 22. Don, aged 72 years, dear brother of Eunice, Dorothy and Raymond, also a loving brother-in-law. Funeral to take place on Wednesday, October 31. Friends please meet for service at St. Paul's Church, Haswell at 12.45 p.m., followed by private interment in Thornley Cemetery and afterwards at The Plough Inn, Haswell Plough. All welcome.
ASCOUGH - Embleton, On October 30 suddenly, formerly of Darlington. Keith, aged 63 years, a much loved and cherished husband of Carol, a loving father, father-in-law and grandfather. He will be sadly missed. Service at Embleton Parish Church on Tuesday November 6 at 11.00 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to either Great North Air Ambulance Appeal, Northumberland Wing, Imperial Centre, Grange Road, Darlington DL1 5NQ or Craster Lifeboat RNLI c/o Hilary Punton, 20 Heugh Road, Craster, Alnwick.
ATKINSON - October 29, (suddenly, but peacefully, at home). Ronald Joseph (Ron), aged 72 years, of Smythson Close, School Aycliffe, (formerly of Darlington). A beloved husband, father and grandfather. Funeral Monday November 5. Would family and friends please meet 10.45 a.m for service at Darlington Cremator ium. In the morning I'll be alright.
BAINBRIDGE - (nee Jordison) October 26, peacefully at home, with her loving family. Jean, aged 82 years, of Skirlaw Road, Newton Aycliffe. Re-united with her beloved husband Jack and her much mourned youngest daughter Jean. A devoted and treasured mam of Margaret and Anne, dearest "mother" of Nev, Steve and Keith, adored and loving nanna of Helen, Peter, Steven, Chris, Paul, Dean, Phil, Suzanne, Julie, Lisa and Kerry, also a doting and loved great-nanna of Lauren, Jennifer, Conor, Megan, Georgia, Holly, Peter, Libby and Grace who were the greatest joy of her life. She will be sadly missed by all her family and many good friends. Funeral Friday, November 2. Would friends please meet 1.15 p.m. for service at St. Clare's Church, prior to burial in West Cemetery, School Aycliffe. Donations in lieu of flowers if desired would be appreciated for Cancer Research U.K.
BEACH - October 29, died peacefully, in hospital. Mary Claire, aged 70 years, formerly of Sedgefield and Trimdon. Requiem Mass at St. John Fisher R.C. Church, Sedgefield, Friday, November 2, at 1.00 p.m. prior to interment at Trimdon Grange Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired to, 'Breakthrough Breast Cancer'. R.I.P.
BEADLE - October 25, peacefully in Hillcrest Residential Home. Cecilia, aged 84 years, formerly of The Old Red House Hotel, Thirsk, a beloved wife of the late Chris, loving mother of Geraldine and Angela, a dear mother-in-law and grandma. Will friends please meet for service in St. Lawrence Church, Carlton Miniott on Friday, November 2 at 12.00 noon. No flowers, by request.
BELL - October 28 (suddenly in hospital), of High Garford Pond, Marwood. Lawrance Winston (Laurie), aged 68 years, a loving husband of Margaret, loving father of Suzanne and Stephen, dear father-in-law to Stephen and Joanne and devoted "Grandad Laurie" to Millie and Poppy. Sadly missed by all of his family and friends. Would friends please meet for funeral service at St. Mary's Parish Church, Barnard Castle on Tuesday, November 6 at 12.00 noon, followed by cremation at Darlington Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be given in Church towards Children's Charities. Two hard working hands at rest.
BENNETT - October 28, born asleep. Patrick Thomas, treasured son of Trisha and Kenneth, brother for Ellie and Lily, also a dear grandson and nephew. Will friends please meet for service in St. Mary's R.C. Church, Bishop Auckland, at 2.30 p.m. on Thursday November 1, followed by interment in Bishop Auckland Town Cemetery.
BERRY - October 29, of Crook. Kathleen, aged 80 years. Beloved wife of the late Peter, devoted mother, of Paul and Judith, dear mother-in-law to Sue, also a much loved nana to Daniel, Nicholas, Peter, Alexander and Caroline. Would friends please meet for service in St. Paul's Church, Hunwick at 12.30 p.m. on Monday November 5, followed by cremation at Durham. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be left in church for church funds.
BOWE - October 30, peacefully in Eastbourne Nursing Home. Margaret, aged 83 years, late of Estoril Road, Darlington, beloved wife of the late Alan, loving mam of Diane, dear mother-in-law of Derek, also a much loved gran of Matthew and James. Funeral Wednesday, November 7. Would friends please meet 10.15 a.m. for service at Darlington Crematorium. All floral tributes to be sent to Co-operative Funeral Care, 50 St. Cuthbert's Way, Darlington.
BOWMAN - October 28, after a long illness, of Alston Moor Close, Darlington. Robert Bruce (Little Bobby), aged 42 years, a dear brother and uncle who will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Funeral Thursday November 8. Friends please meet for service in St. Cuthbert's Church at 11.00 a.m., followed by cremation.
BROWN - (nee Howdon) On October 30, suddenly in hospital. Betty, of Romanby, Northallerton, aged 88 years, dearly loved wife of the late Tom and loving mother of the late Thomas, dear sister of William and a dear aunt. Cremation service to take place at Darlington Crematorium on Wednesday, November 7 at 1.15 p.m., followed by her Service of Thanksgiving at All Saints' Church, Northallerton at 2.00 p.m. No flowers please. Donations if wished may be given for the League of Friends, Friarage Hospital c/o Barthram Funeral Service, 47 South Parade Northallerton, DL7 8SG.
BRUNSKILL - October 28 (passed away peacefully in her sleep at Church View Nursing Home) formerly life long resident of Ushaw Moor and Head Mistress of Esh Village School. Annie (nee Parker), aged 85 years, beloved wife of the late Fred, much loved friend and relative to Sharon, Donald, Malcolm and families. Friends please meet for service in Ushaw Moor Baptist Chapel on Saturday, November 3 at 9.15 a.m., followed by cremation at Durham Crematorium. No flowers by request. Donations in lieu if so desired may be sent to "For Dementia" care of Kirsty Marrins, Community Fund Raising and Events Coordinator, 6 Camden High Street, London NW1 0JH.
BRUNSKILL - October 28, of Broom Road, Ferryhill. Margaret Alice (nee Dowson), aged 93 years, beloved wife of the late Walter, dearly loved mother of John, Dorothy and Irene, a loving mother-in-law of Pat and John and a much loved grandmother to Janice, George and Helen. Would friends please meet in St. Luke's Church Thursday, November 8 for a service at 12.15 p.m., followed by committal at Durham Crematorium. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu if desired to "The Multiple Sclerosis Society" c/o Diane Donald, 34 Picktree Lodge, Chester-le-Street DH3 4DJ.
