Former events manager and retired teacher among tributes in Gazette death notices

A former events manager at Middlesbrough Town Hall and a retired teacher are among those being paid tribute to by loved ones in The Gazette's funeral and death notices this week.

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Here are a selection of notices published earlier this week.

Death Notices

Pearl Ruby Jean APPLEBY

Passed away peacefully at Castle Dene Retirement Home on 13th October aged 101 years. She was a much loved part of the community and will be sadly missed. Private burial. If you wish to attend the Thanksgiving service please contact 07864926561 Coop Funeralcare Redcar 29 Station Road, Redcar, TS10 1AN Tel: 01642 482275.

Elizabeth Maureen BAXTER (nee Meaney)

(nee Meaney ) Peacefully whilst in hospital on November 19th, surrounded by her loving family, Maureen aged 89 years. Devoted wife of the late Joe, much loved mam of Susan, Margaret, Michael and Jill, dear mother-in-law of Graham, cherished nanna of Claire, Andrea, Lee, Paul and Joseph. Also a loving sister, sister-in-law and aunt. A celebration of Maureen's life will take place on Monday 2nd December at 2pm in St Bede's Chapel Teesside Crematorium. Friends please meet at St Bede's Chapel and afterwards at Jack Hatfield Sports Club. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired to the Salvation Army. A collection plate will be available outside the chapel. Resting at Colin McGinley Funeral Service 235a Acklam Road Middlesbrough TS5 7AB Tel. 01642 826222.

Gordon BEALES

Peacefully in hospital on November 9th aged 85 years. Beloved husband of the late Barbara, a much loved dad of Graeme and Darren and a dearly missed father-in-law and grandad. Funeral service and cremation to take place on Friday November 22nd at 10.15am in the chapel of St Hilda Teesside crematorium. Would friends please meet at the crematorium chapel. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if so desired to Prostate Cancer UK. A donation box will be provided after the service. All enquiries to Marton Co-op Funeralcare 36 Stokesley Road, Marton Tel 01642 313184.

Gerald (Gerry/Ged) BOWES

(Gerry/Ged ) At home peacefully on 11th November Gerry passed away. Loving husband to Lesley devoted Dad to Karen, Chris and the late Jeffrey, dearly loved father in law to Derek and Johnny, cherished grandad to Marcia, Kev, Ross, Fern and Josh and adored great grandad to Eve, Iris, James, Joanna and the late Mille and Ivy. Would friends and family please meet for a celebration of Gerry's life at Maplewood Chapel, Stockton Crematorium on Tuesday 26th November at 10:00am. Family flowers only please. Kind donations in Gerry's memory are for Children in need.

Marc Alexander BRETHERTON

Passed away peacefully at home on November 6th aged 78 years, after a short illness. Beloved husband of Susan, dearly loved father to Lucy and Emma and loving Papa to grandson Rex. Also a dear brother, brother in law, uncle and friend. Would family and friends please meet for service at St. Bedes Chapel, Teesside Crematorium on Tuesday November 26th at 2pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired are for Pancreatic Cancer UK

Ron BRIGHTON

Peacefully at home in New Marske on November 10th, Ron aged 71 years, late of Guisborough. Much loved husband of Lynn, dearly loved dad of Clare and Ronnie, dear father in law of Lee and Carolyn, beloved grandad of Jess, Kurt and Max and great grandad of Hettie and Nell. Funeral service at Kirkleatham Crematorium on Friday November 22nd at 3.00pm, prior to cremation. Will friends please meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only please. A collection box will be available for donations in lieu of flowers for Maxi's Mates.

Wendy BULLOCK (nee Robinson)

(nee Robinson ) Peacefully whilst in hospital on November 19th, Wendy aged 58 years. Devoted wife of Kevin, adored mam of Sam and the late Abby, cherished nana of Dominic and Ada, greatly loved daughter of Shirley and Robert, special sister of Sue and Chris. Also a dear sister-in-law and aunt. Greatly loved and sadly missed by all. A celebration of Wendy's life will take place on Thursday 28th November at 10.30am in St Bede's Chapel Teesside Crematorium. Friends please meet at St Bede's Chapel. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired to The Children's Heart Unit Fund. A collection plate will be available outside the chapel. Resting at Colin McGinley Funeral Service 235a Acklam Road Middlesbrough TS5 7AB Tel. 01642 826222.

Margaret CARNEY

Passed away peacefully in St Peters Court Care Home on November 4th, aged 91 years. Devoted and loving wife to the late Albert. Much loved mother to Jacqueline and Graham. Treasured grandma to Karen and husband Gary, great-grandma to Eleanor and Amelia. A cherished mother-in-law to Ralph and Beryl, plus a dear cousin, aunt and friend. Would family and friends please meet for service and cremation at Kirkleatham Crematorium on Monday November 25th at 10.00am. Hetherington Funeralcare Buxton House 10A High Street Normanby TS6 0JZ 01642 453097.

Philip Allan ('Pip') CHINN

('Pip') Sadly passed away on Monday 11th November at James Cook Hospital, aged 79 years. Beloved Husband to the late Coralie. Much loved Father to Daniel and Sarah. Also a loving Grandad. Funeral service to take place on Thursday 5th December at Emmanuel Church, Saltburn at 1pm, followed by private committal. Donations in lieu of flowers to Marie Curie. Skelton Funeralcare Skelton Funeralcare Lakeland House, 77 High Street, Skelton, TS12 2EF 01287 654472.

Norman Campbell CLEASBY

Peacefully whilst in hospital on November 11th Norman aged 88 years. Much loved Husband of Judy. Loving Dad of Peter, Andrew, Lucy and the late Mark. Also a dear Father in law and cherished Grandad. A celebration of Norman's life will take place on Thursday November 21st at 11.45am in St Hilda's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium. Friends please meet at St Hilda's Chapel, and afterwards at the Blue Bell Hotel. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired to Cancer Research. A collection plate will be available outside the chapel. Resting at Colin McGinley Funeral Service 235a Acklam Road Middlesbrough TS5 7AB Tel: 01642 826222.

Winston (Win) COOK

Win passed away peacefully at the Butterwick Hospice on 13th November, aged 83 years. Beloved husband of the late Linda, much loved dad of Paul, Julie and David, loving father-in-law of Joanne, treasured grandad of Keely and Megan, also a cherished great-grandad of Keevie, Daylen and Jaycub. Family and friends please meet for service on Thursday 28th November at St Patrick's RC Church, Westbury Street, Thornaby at 12:30pm, prior to burial within Thornaby Cemetery. All enquiries to Crake and Mallon Funeral Service. Tel. 01642 611716.

Peter CUNNINGHAM

Passed away peacefully at James Cook Hospital on 15th November, aged 78 years. Devoted husband to Pauline, dearly loved father to David and Joanne, father-in-law to Kelly and cherished grandad to Edward, Jessica and Lily, also a dear friend to many. He will be sadly missed. The funeral service is to take place on Wednesday 4th December in St Hilda's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium at 1.45pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired to MSA can be given at the service. All enquiries c/o Relph Funeral Service 22 Stokesley Road Marton TS7 8DX. Tel: 01642 927863.

Doreen FEARNS (Nee Turner )

(Nee Turner) Passed away peacefully on November 4th aged 88 years. Devoted and loving wife to the late John. Dearly loved mother to Paul and mother in law to Joanne. Also a dear sister of Barbara & Margaret and a friend to many. Would family and friends please meet for service at St. Hilda's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium on Wednesday November 27th at 10:45am. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired are for Macmillan Cancer Support.

Annie Doreen (Nan) FOX (nee Yeoman)

(nee Yeoman) Peacefully on November 10th at Cherry Tree Care Home, Nan aged 98 years of Fox's Farm Shop, Stockton. Beloved wife of the late Walter, much loved mam of Susan and Paul and mother in law of Sharon and the late George, dearly loved nana of Tony and Arron and great nana of Harry, Lyla and Betsy. Service to take place at St. John's Church, Elton, on Tuesday November 26th at 10:00am prior to cremation at Stockton Crematorium. Friends please meet at the church, family flowers only any donations in lieu if desired to St. John's Church, Elton.

Geoff GIDNEY

Peacefully in hospital on 9 November, age 74 years. Much loved father of Sarah, father-in law of Steve, granddad of Hannah, Nathan and Dillon, and brother of Alan, Dennis and Sharon Funeral service and cremation to take place at Kirkleatham Memorial Park and Crematorium on Wednesday 4 December at 12:00. Would friends please meet at the crematorium. No flowers by request.

Harland (IRLEY) GILL

(IRLEY) Irley passed away peacefully at his home in Middlesbrough on Saturday the 16th of November. Devoted husband of the late Maria Sylvia "Sylvie" Gill (née Imeson), Irley leaves behind a loving family who will miss him more than words can say. Irley is survived by his elder brother Ron; daughters, Tina and Donna; grandchildren, Gemma, Stacey, Chelsea, and Bradley; great grandchildren, Harley, Alfie, Ellise, Aston Jay, and Lucia. Funeral service to be held at 1pm on Thursday 28th November in St. Bede's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium, Acklam Road, Middlesbrough. Would all friends please gather at crematorium chapel. Middlesbrough Co-op Funeralcare 398 Linthorpe Road Middlesbrough TS5 6HF Tel 01642 828301.

Sheena Grant (Retired Primary School Teacher) HAMILTON (nee Munro)

(nee Munro) (Retired Primary School Teacher) Peacefully in hospital on November 6th Sheena aged 82 years of Guisborough late of Moorsholm. Beloved Wife of the late Ian, dearly loved Mum of Caz and Ali, dear Mother in law of Howard and Tom, much loved Nanny of Sally, Sam, Stuart, Eve and Bethlin, Nanny in law to Luke and Great Grandma to Edward. A service in celebration of Sheena's life to be held at Kirkleatham Crematorium on Monday November 25th at 11.00am prior to cremation. Will friends please meet at the crematorium. The family are happy for friends and family to wear bright clothing as a tribute to Sheena's personality. Family flowers only please, a collection box will be available for donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired, for The Junction (Empowering children and transforming lives)

John Robert HAYLES

Suddenly on November 6th at home, aged 74 years, Dearly beloved husband of Helga. Much loved father of Helen and father-in-law of Philip Funeral service and cremation to take place at Kirkleatham Crematorium on Friday November 29th at 12 noon. Would family and friends please meet at the crematorium. Donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired, to the Great North Air Ambulance. Resting at and all enquiries to : Coop Funeralcare Skelton, 77 High Street, TS12 2EF Tel: 01287 654472.

Barry Frederick HEATH

Unexpectedly but peacefully 9th November at home. Much loved Dad to Stuart and Susan, Grandad to Alex, Liam, Brandon and Grace, best friend to his beloved dog Bobby. A friend to many, will be missed by all but never forgotten. Rest in peace Dad, all our love. Funeral service to take place in the Chapel of St. Hilda's, Teesside Crematorium November 27 at 1:45 pm. All please meet at the crematorium chapel. Family flowers only please. Any donations in lieu kindly to the Dogs Trust via collection plate at chapel. Following the service, a few drinks at Eaglescliffe Golf Club to share memories of our Dad.

Jean Christine HEWITT (Former events manager at Middlesbrough Town Hall)

(Former events manager at Middlesbrough Town Hall) Peacefully in hospital on November 14th, Jean aged 80 years. A much loved mam of Stephen and Jacqueline, a sadly missed mother-in-law of Judith and Joe, dearly missed grandma of Laura, Alex and Matthew and a loving great grandma of Ellie, Holly and Stevie. Funeral service and cremation to take place on Monday December 2nd at 11.15am in the chapel of St Hilda Teesside crematorium. Would friends please meet at the crematorium chapel. All enquiries to The Co-op Funeralcare Memorial House 398 Linthorpe Road. Tel 01642 828301.

Freda HINCHLEY (Nee Nelmes)

(Nee Nelmes) Peacefully on November 15th Freda aged 82 years of Redcar formerly of Marske and Upleatham. Dearly loved wife of the late Tony, much loved mum of Stuart and Mandy, dear mother in law of Yvonne and Phil, adored nana of Amy, Tom, Lewis and Callum and great nana of George. Funeral service at Kirkleatham Crematorium on Wednesday November 27th at 3:00pm prior to cremation. Will friends please meet at the crematorium. Family flowers only please. A collection box will be available at the chapel for donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired for S.A.R.A and Maxi's Mates

Michael (Mick) LAKE

(Mick) Passed away peacefully in his home on 28th October. Son of the Late Audrey and Ken Lake, Father of Shane, Jordan, Scott and Jason. Stepfather of Samantha and Amy, and loving Grandad to Ellise and Brayden. You'll never be forgotten Mick. Donations can be made to the Dog's Trust. The funeral will take place on Monday 25th November 2024 1.30pm at Stockton Crematorium, Bluebell Chapel.

Andrea MCCALL (Gray)

(Gray) Peacefully at the James Cook Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Andrea, devoted Mam of Nathan & Lauren. Cherished Daughter of Johnnie & Is. Much loved Sister of John & Lindsey and Sister in Law of Jackie & Glen. Loving Aunty of Terri-Anne, Danny Aaron & Beth. A Loving Aunty, Great Aunty, Cousin & Friend. Andrea will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all of her family and friends. "Eternal rest grant unto Andrea O' Lord and may the perpetual light shine upon her forever and ever" Funeral Service to take place on Wednesday 27th of November 2024 at 2.15 pm. St Hilda's - Teesside Crematorium. Acklam Road, Middlesbrough. Andrea will be resting at and all enquiries to: Meadowvale Independent Funeral Service 74 High Street REDCAR TS10 3DN Telephone: 01287 653063

Edna MONAGHAN

Passed away peacefully at home on 14th November aged 89. Loving wife to Brian, dearly loved mam to John and the late Helen, dearly loved mother in law to Julie and Fred, cherished grandma to Emma, Mark, Tom and Natalie and adored great grandma to Jess, Joe, Georgie, Violet, Kye, Nathan, the late Tyler, Erin, Ted and Harris. Would friends and family please meet for a celebration of Edna's life at Bluebell Chapel, Stockton Crematorium on Wednesday 27th November at 14.30pm. Kind donations in Edna's memory are for Cancer Research. All enquiries to Relph Funeral Service, 4 Rimswell Parade, Stockton on Tees, TS19 7LB 01642 919940.

Elizabeth (Betty) MURTAGH (nee McCarthy)

(nee McCarthy) (Betty) On November 14th peacefully in Victoria House Care Home, surrounded by her loving family, Betty aged 90 years of Norton. Loving wife of the late James, much loved mam of Yvonne, James, Paul and the late Karen. A dear mother-in-law and a cherished nanna and great-nanna. Service to take place in the Bluebell Chapel, Stockton Crematorium on Friday November 29th at 9:30am. Friends please meet at the Crematorium Chapel.

Maureen NICHOLSON (nee Stamper)

(nee Stamper) Peacefully in Moorlands Nursing Home, Guisborough on November 15th Maureen aged 86 years. Beloved wife of the late Raymond and dear mother of Christopher. Funeral service in St Nicholas Parish Church, Guisborough on Thursday November 28th at 1.15pm prior to cremation. Will family and friends please meet at church. Family flowers only please, a collection plate will be available at church for donations in lieu of flowers, if so desired, for Church Funds.

Audrey Allinson POWELL (nee Beeston)

(nee Beeston) Peacefully on November 6th at Millbeck Care Home, Norton, Audrey aged 97 years of Norton. Beloved wife of the late Colin, much loved mam of Lynn and Trevor and mother in law of David also a dearly loved auntie. Service to take place at Stockton Crematorium, Bluebell Chapel, on Wednesday November 27th at 1:30pm. Friends please meet at the crematorium. Flowers welcome or donations if so desired to the Alzheimer's Society.

Sylvia Lucy SHORT (Nee Cox)

(Nee Cox) Died peacefully on 7th November aged 91 years. Beloved wife of the late Gary, dearly loved mother of Christopher and Susan, mother in law of Nigel and Sally, loving and devoted nana of James, Andrew, Lucy, Katie, Joe and Emma. Funeral service at Kirkleatham Crematorium on Monday 25th November at 1:00pm prior to cremation. Family flowers only please. Any enquiries to W.Storey Funeral Service, 20 Redcar Road, Guisborough Tel: 01287 632730

Kenneth Wilson (Ken) SIRRELL

(Ken) Peacefully at home on November 14th, Ken aged 84 years of Thornaby. Beloved husband of the late Joan, loving brother of Jean and the late Dot, Anne, Betty, Keith and Alan also a dear uncle of John and Paul. Service to take place at Teesside Crematorium, St. Bede's Chapel, on Friday November 29th at 11:00am. Friends please meet at the crematorium, family flowers only any donations in lieu if desired to the Butterwick Hospice.

Marjorie SMITH

Marjorie passed away peacefully in hospital after a short illness, on 12th November, aged 78 years. Beloved wife of Geoff, cherished mam of Vicky and the late Nick, also a loving mother-in-law of David and Sarah and a special friend to many. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Marjorie's life on Tuesday 26th November at Maplewood Chapel, Stockton Crematorium at 1pm. Family flowers only please, donations will be gratefully received on the day for the Stroke Unit at Durham and Bishop Auckland Hospital. All enquiries to Crake and Mallon Funeral Service Tel. 01642 611716.

Thomas Clifford SMITH

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday 1st November 2024 at Tollesby Hall Care Home, aged 89 years. Devoted husband to Sylvia. Dearly loved father to Diane, Christopher and Susan. Father in law to David and Arlene. Treasured grandfather to Claire, Gavin, Callam, and Charles. Funeral service to take place at Kirkleatham Memorial Park and Crematorium on Thursday 28th November at 11:00am. Family flowers only please. Further enquiries to Coop Funeralcare, Park Lane, Guisborough, Tel: 01287 637700

Albert (Dixie) THOMAS

Albert passed away suddenly in hospital on 17th November, aged 88 years. Beloved husband of Joyce, much loved dad of Nick and Joanne, loving father-in-law of Terry and Sally, also a cherished grandad of Thomas & Kellie, Ellie, Leon and Kitt. Family and friends please meet for Requiem Mass on Monday 2nd December at St Patrick's RC Church, Fairfield at 10am, prior to committal at Maplewood Chapel, Stockton Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations will be gratefully received on the day for St Patrick's Church. All enquiries to Crake and Mallon Funeral Service Tel. 01642 611716.

Colin WARD

Passed away on November 10th, Colin, aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of Heather and a much loved dad. Funeral service to be held on Wednesday 27th November at St Hilda's Chapel, Teesside Crematorium at 1.15pm. Would family and friends please meet at crematorium chapel. Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if so desired to Macmillan Nurses. Retiring collection outside crematorium chapel.

Diane WATSON (nee Bunn)

(nee Bunn) Peacefully on November 10th, Diane aged 70 years (of Redcar) Devoted Wife of Ian, dearly loved Mam of Mark and Stacy, dear Mother in law of Wendy and Sara, loving Grandma of Chloe, Lexie, Lilia and Amelia, also a much loved Sister, Sister in law and Auntie. Funeral service to be held at Kirkleatham Crematorium, Redcar on Wednesday November 27th at 11am prior to cremation. Friends please meet at Kirkleatham Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if desired to Epilepsy UK, retiring collection at the chapel. All enquiries to Stanway and Garnett Funeral Directors, 114 High Street, Redcar Tel 01642 477257

Barry George WENTWORTH

Passed away peacefully on November 8th, in hospital, aged 85 years. Devoted Husband to the late Janet Mary. Dearly loved Father to Tracy & Ged and Father in law to Eugene & Amanda. Loving Grandad to Ryan, Sean, Lewis & Connor. Also a dear Brother, Brother in law, Uncle and friend. Would family and friends please meet for service and cremation at the Chapel of St Bede, Teesside Crematorium on Wednesday November 27th at 1:30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired are for Marie Curie and Cancer Research UK. Hetherington Funeralcare Buxton House 10A High Street Normanby TS6 0JZ Tel: 01642 453097

In Memoriams

David GOLIGHTLY

A year has passed since you left us David, all we have is your memory to last our whole lives through Reunited with our beloved Dad, our Little Mam and big brother Frank. So sadly missed, loved always from Joan, Ron and Ann and families xxx

Michael Ronald OWLES

22.11.2020 May the winds of Heaven blow softly and whisper in your ear, how much I miss you and wish that you were here. Love always Wife Elaine xx

Peter (Pete) PEARSON

(Pete) 10 years on. Remembering you is easy I do it everyday. Missing you is the heartache that never goes away. Love and miss you always. Your loving wife Chris.

Minnie SULLIVAN (Turnbull)

(Turnbull) Mam, much loved and remembered always by Alan, Christine & Ian x

Yan TORKA

Died 8 years ago today. Remembering you always, forgetting you never. Your loving Wife Jen and Family xx

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