POTTAGE Suddenly on June 25. Valerie (formerly Ross), aged 67 years, retired nurse. Beloved wife of Brian, devoted mum of Michelle, Alison and Natalie, mother-in-law to John, proud grandma "proper class" to Alex, Ryan, Aimee, Michael and Bobby, also a dear friend to many. Will friends please meet for service in Dawson Street Methodist Church, Crook on Friday July 1, at 11.30 a.m. followed by cremation at Wear Valley Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be left in church for The Stroke Association and British Heart Foundation. No black to be worn please.