Mr Alexander McGregor, retired gardener, died last week in his 70th year at his residence, Bankhead, Kirkpatrick Durham, after a short illness.
He came as gardener to Croys about 35 years ago, and retired from there a few years ago. He was twice married, having three of a family by his first wife. His second wife survives him.
The funeral took place at Kirkpatrick Durham Churchyard on Thursday last.