Isabella Grant Franklin (nee Young, formerly Wilkinson)
Of Newton Aycliffe, passed away peacefully on 27th February 2024, aged 88 years. A much loved Mam and Grandma, she will be sadly missed and always remembered. Will family and friends please meet for a service at Wear Valley Crematorium, Coundon on Friday 15th March at 3.30pm.

Alan Ward
Of Newton Aycliffe, passed away suddenly, but peacefully in hospital on 24th February, aged 69 years. Dearly beloved Husband to Mary; a much loved Dad and Grandad and a dear Brother and Uncle. Will family and friends please meet for a service at Wear Valley Crematorium, Coundon on Friday 15th March for 10.30am. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, may be made to James Cook CICU, donation plate provided at the crematorium.

Paula Cruddace (nee Kennedy)
Paula, aged 61 years, passed away on 3rd March 2024, of Heighington. A loving Wife of Andrew; much loved Mam of Sam; Mother-in-Law of Rebecca; a special Granny P of Vivienne and a loving Daughter of Winifred. A Requiem Mass will take place in St. Mary’s R.C. Church, Burn Lane, Newton Aycliffe on Monday 18th March at 11am followed by Cremation at Wear Valley Crematorium.
All are welcome. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if so desired, for Macmillan Nurses. At Paula’s request, could everyone wear a splash of colour if possible please.

John Bennington
Of Heighington, passed away peacefully on Sunday 3rd March, aged 86 at Auguste Communities Care Home. Much loved Dad to Sarah; a loving Grandad to Harry and Isla and Father-in-Law to David. Please can family and friends meet for a service at Darlington Crematorium, 3.00pm on Thursday 21st March. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, to Low Barns Nature Reserve

Lillian Georgina Robinson (Lil)
Passed away peacefully on 4th March, 2024, Lil, aged 79 years. A dearly loved Mum and beloved Nan, also a dear devoted friend to Keith and to the many who knew her. Forever in our hearts and in our thoughts. Funeral service to take place at Wear Valley Crematorium on Friday 22nd March at 11.30am. All are welcome, please meet at the crematorium. Flowers welcome.