MATTHEWS November 5 peacefully at home after a long illness borne with courage and dignity, Jean, of Shildon formerly Toft Hill aged 83 years. Devoted and beloved wife of the late Kenneth, a loving and much loved mam to Stephen and Gail, treasured grandma to Matthew, Laura and Ryan, a very dear sister to Margaret, also a dear aunt and a good friend to many. Will family and friends please meet for service at the Wear Valley Crematorium, Coundon on Thursday, November 16 at 10.00am.
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