ATKINS On January 5, peacefully at home, Greystones, Middleham. John Michael, aged 81 years, much loved husband of Jenny, loving and proud father of William and Charlotte and grandfather to Freddy, Tom, Joe, Alex and James. A private family cremation service will be followed by a Service of Thanks-giving at St. Mary and St. Alkelda's Church, Middleham on Monday, January 16 at 2.00 p.m. No flowers please. Donations if so desired will be shared between Church Funds and Herriot Hospice Home-care (plate in Church) or may be sent direct to Herriot Hospice Home-care 18 Omega Business Village, Thurston Rd, Northallerton, N Yorks, DL6 2NJ. Will friends please meet at Church.
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