Barbara Lax (14 Mar 1941 - 2 Jul 2026)

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Location
Sunderland Crematorium Chester Road Sunderland SR4 7RS
Date
20th Jul 2026
Time
3pm
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Location
The Mill Inn Durham Road Houghton-Le-Spring DH5 8NG
Date
20th Jul 2026
Time
4pm

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Lax

Houghton-le-Spring

(Formerly of Stockport, Cheshire)

Peacefully in hospital on July 2nd surrounded by her loving family aged 85 years, Barbara (Babs) (nee Berrell). The dearly loved wife of the late George. A much loved mum of Elaine and Nigel. A loving mother-in-law of Michael and Kim, a devoted gran of Lisa, Jane and Russell and their partners Tony, Emma and Karolyn, a treasured “Granny Barbara” to Robyn, Lewis, Joshua, Charlie and Theo and her special furry grand daughter Luna Bear. A loved sister, sister-in-law, aunty, great aunty, cousin and a friend to many.

Friends please meet on Monday July 20th for a service in Sunderland Crematorium at 3.00pm. All are welcome afterwards to the Mill Inn, Houghton-le-Spring for refreshments. Donations in lieu of flowers gratefully received for the work of the Stroke Association. A donation box will be available in the crematorium. All enquiries to Andrew Grey Funeral Directors, 9 North View Terrace, Chilton Moor. Tel:  0191 3857213. Loved and remembered always.

Funeral Diretor: Mr Andrew Grey

With deepest sympathy from Andrew & staff

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Carolyn & Derek Rochester wrote

You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
We will join you on 20th to mourn Bab's passing and also celebrate her long life.

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Heather and Steve Hutchings wrote

Condolences to all the family. Auntie Barbara will be missed by many loved by many. R.I.P

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Heather and Steve Hutchings donated in memory of Barbara

Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time."
"You're in our thoughts and prayers."

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Kevin HARGREAVES donated £20 in memory of Barbara

I'm so sorry to hear the very sad news.She was a beautiful lady, very much, miss kevin

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