Eleanor Manning (nee Mason)
(Late of Sunderland), passed away peacefully in Defoe Court Nursing Home, Newton Aycliffe on 17th April 2024, aged 80 years.
Dearly loved Wife of the late Ken; loved and loving Mam of Anne, Gillian and Andrew; Nana of Ryan and Callum; Grandma of Keira and Bayley; Sister of Sandra and Christopher; loved Mother-in-Law, Sister-in-Law, Aunt and Cousin – also a cherished and loyal friend.
Well known by many for working in Occasions card shop, Stephens newsagents and Flymo.
A celebration of Eleanors life is to be held at Shildon Salvation Army on Tuesday 7th May at 3.15pm, followed by private cremation.
Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to Salvation Army and Defoe Court Nursing Home.

Audrey Field
Passed away at home on 23rd April, aged 89 years. Loving Mam of Susan, Kevin and the late Colin; Grandma to Lee, Scott, Adam and Stuart; Great Grandma to Lexi, Sophie, Cody, Lucia and Callie. Funeral leaving Doxford Close at 9.45am on Friday 17th May followed by burial at Stevenson Way Cemetery at 10.00am

Eileen Brown
Passed away suddenly on 21st April, aged 79.
Wife to Peter; loving Mam to Gary and Shawn; Nana to Rebekah and Sarah.
Funeral at St. Clare’s Church, Newton Aycliffe on Thursday 9th May at 10.45am.

James White (Jim)
29/9/1940-8/4/2024 It is with great sadness we say goodbye to a wonderful man. He was an amazing Dad and a doting Grandad who joins his late Wife, Barbara, who sadly passed in 2017. Jim was a dedicated lifelong Spennymoor FC supporter as well as a retired Bus Engineer for United Buses. He also ran, with his late Wife Barbara, J&B Entertainment, this included booking country music bands across the north east. Jim was also known as the ‘Tombola King’, as he stood outside of the Great Aycliffe Cancer Hub in the Town Centre three times a week running Tombolas to raise vital funds for the Cancer Charity. He was truly dedicated and supportive of the charity, and was always glad to help Allison, one of his Daughters. His two Daughters, Lisa and Allison, have picked a few words out: “Dad, you are in our hearts and we will always love and miss you. You brought so much joy to our family, more than you’ll ever know – our Hero. Miss you Dad, always xxxxxx.” The funeral will be held on Friday 26th April 2024 at Darlington Crematorium at 11am, followed by refreshments at the Sports Club in Newton Aycliffe. No dress code, any donations, in lieu of flowers, will be for Great Aycliffe Cancer Support Group.

Keith Baldwin (Ken)
Of Newton Aycliffe, passed away peacefully in Darlington Memorial Hospital on 13th April, aged 82 years. Dearly beloved Husband of the late Lilian; a much loved Dad to David and Steven; a dear Father-in-Law to Tracy and Christine; a treasured Grandad to David and Michelle and Great Grandad to Georgia. Will family and friends please meet for a service at Wear Valley Crematorium on Friday 10th May at 11.30am.

Paul Robert Newby
On 9th April 2024, aged only 55 years. Dearly loved Husband of Margaret; loving Father of Robert and David; cherished Son of Anne and Bob; a treasured Brother of Mark; Father figure to all their foster children and a very dear friend of many. Paul’s funeral service will be held on Wednesday 1st May at 1.30pm at Wear Valley Crematorium. Family flowers only.

Anita Christina Forrest (nee Turner)
12th April 2024 Peacefully in hospital, Anita Christina, aged 81 years, of School Aycliffe and formerly Ferryhill. Wife of the late Gordon; dearly loved Mum and Mum-in-Law of Andrew and Elizabeth and a loving Nana of Ewan. Would friends and family please meet for a service at Darlington Crematorium on Monday 29th April at 10.00am. Family flowers only, donations, if desired, may be given for The British Heart Foundation. Colourful clothing preferred.

Margaret Elizabeth Lanfear (nee Frost)
Of Newton Aycliffe, formerly of Alnwick. Passed away peacefully on 11th April 2024, aged 91 years. Dearly beloved Wife of the late George, also a much loved Aunt and a dear friend to many. Will family and friends please meet for a service at Darlington Crematorium on Friday 3rd May at 11.00am. Family flowers only, by request, donations in lieu, if so desired, may be made to the RSPCA. Donation plate provided at the crematorium.