Death of Police Widow : Lilian Lee

It is with deep regret that we inform you of the death of Police Widow, Lilian Lee, who died at Pelton Grange Care Home on Friday 12th April 2024, aged 89 years.

Lilian was the widow of retired Police Sergeant 220 Norman Lee, who died in August 2021, aged 87 years.

Lilian served as a Policewoman in Durham County Constabulary, completing 7 years’ service.  Whilst stationed at Consett she met Norman, who she married in 1962.

Lilian is survived by daughters Barbara and Jayne, and grandchildren Hayden, Adam, Lewis and Paige.

A funeral service is to be held at 1.30pm Wednesday 1st May 2024 at Durham Crematorium, South Road, Durham DH1 3TQ

Family flowers only, donations in lieu to the Alzheimer’s Society.

After the funeral, friends are invited to join the family at The Duke of Wellington, Darlington Road, Durham DH1 3QN.

Our thoughts are with Lilian’s family and friends at this sad time.

Darlington Pensioners Night 2024

Darlington Pensioners Night 2024

Details of this event will be circulated in due course, however please note that this is scheduled to take place in November and NOT in May, as previous events.

The time will be 7.30pm and the venue, Darlington Cricket Club.

Kind regards

Ray Jones  Tel: 01325 327165        Mob: 07535 261063

Seaham and Peterlee Police Reunion

Seaham and Peterlee Police Reunion

Almost half way through the year

It must be a time for a celebration. And there we have it, World Martini Day.

It will take place upstairs at The Marlborough, Charles Street, Seaham commencing at 3.00pm on Saturday, 15th June, 2024.

I’ve done some digging, so before the complaints come rolling in, it’s also Trooping of the Colour, Magna Carta Day, Beer Day Britain, National Lobster Day and believe it or not, World Juggling Day!

This is an open invitation to all who served, worked or covered Seaham and Peterlee Sub-Divisions (even Traffic!).

You’ll be pleased to know that there are no yellow lines, parking meters or Traffic Wardens operating in Marlborough.

If you have any queries, will you kindly contact Joyce Teare either by SMS to 07747814879, or email to j.teare57@gmail.com

If you can think of anyone else who may not read this then please pass on the message via word of mouth, FB, Twitter, Whats App or text.

For information, the bar is cash only, no cards or contactless.

We look forward to welcoming you on the 15th June.

Coach trip to the National Memorial Arboretum, Staffordshire

A coach trip to the National Memorial Arboretum, Staffordshire has been organised by the Cleveland Branch of NARPO on Thursday 23rd May 2024.  The coach will leave the Showcase Cinema car park, Teesside Park at 7.00am and return approximately 7.30pm the same day.

A limited number of seats are available on the coach and these have kindly been offered to the Durham Branch.  This offer requires an urgent response from members wishing to attend and will be on a first come first served basis.

Closing Date is 30 April 2024

The cost of the coach is £20 per person; however, it has been agreed that the Durham Branch will offer a £10 subsidy its members.

A two-course lunch in the restaurant can be booked, with the transport, if required. The cost of the non mandatary meal is £19.75 (Please advise on any dietary requirements).

Please note that we are unable to refund any monies paid once your booking has been made

Please note that from the Memorial Arboretum website, the onsite Coffee Shop is not open on weekdays.

Anyone interested in the trip should contact Durham Branch Chairman,Ray Jones as soon as possible:

Mobile :  07535 261063  Email :  rayjones2341@gmail.com

Death of Police Widow: Doris Turner

It is with deep regret that we inform you of the death of Police Widow, Doris Turner, who died at Darlington Memorial Hospital on Thursday 28th March 2024, aged 88 years.  Doris is the widow of retired Detective Superintendent Brian Turner who retired from Durham Constabulary in 1985 and died in January 2020.

Doris is survived by daughters Debbie and Fiona, grandchildren Katie, Matthew, Harriet and Emily and great grandchildren Leila and Zarina.

A funeral service is to be held at 12.15pm Friday 26th April 2024 at All Saints Church, Ravensdale Road, Darlington DL3 8DT

Family flowers only, donations in lieu to Stroke Association.

After the funeral, friends are invited to join the family at Bannatyne Hotel, Southend Avenue, Darlington DL3 7HZ

Our thoughts are with Doris’s family and friends at this sad time.

( Durham NARPO: Death of a retired Police Officer : Det. Supt. Brian Hunter Turner)

Death of a Retired Police Officer: PC 1862 William (Bill) Harris

It is with deep regret that we inform you of the death of a retired Police Officer, PC 1862 William (Bill) Harris, who died at Lindisfarne Nursing Home, Chester-le-Street, on Monday 11 March 2024, aged 81 years.

Bill, originally from Murton, joined West Midlands Police in 1960 and was stationed in Birmingham. After a few years he later transferred to the North East and was posted to Blaydon for a short while, before taking up a post in Control Room at Aykley Heads, where he remained until his retirement in 1990.

As a keen tennis player, Bill represented Durham Constabulary in tournaments around the country.

Bill is survived by his wife of 60 years, Wendy, who he met in Birmingham and married at Murton, and daughters Bernadette and Claire, son Iain and predeceased by daughter Gail.

A Requiem Mass is to be held at 10.30am Tuesday 9 April 2024 at St Godric’s RC Church, Castle Chare, Durham DH1 4RA, followed by a private cremation.

Family flowers only, donations in lieu to Age UK.

After the funeral, friends are invited to join the family at The Newton Grange, Brasside, Durham DH1 5SA.

Our thoughts are with Bill’s family and friends at this sad time