An inquest has been opened into the death of a retired miner.
Owen Smith, 72, of Blackhall, County Durham, died in the James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough, on October 17.
His daughter, Gail Spence, gave evidence of identification to Teesside Coroner's Court.
Deputy coroner Gordon Hetherington adjourned the hearing for further inquiries.
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