Greysouthen couple found at home weeks after deaths

An inquest heard that an 87-year-old couple in Greysouthen were found at their home weeks after they died, and the coroner recorded on the balance of probability that their deaths were due to natural causes.

A couple in Greysouthen were discovered at their home weeks after they died, an inquest heard. Coroner Kirsty Gomersal concluded on the balance of probability that both, aged 87, died of natural causes. A post-mortem could not precisely determine the date of death. The couple had lived in the property for about 30 years and were described as devoted to each other. Key facts: - Hannelore and Barry Dalton were pronounced dead by police on 24 May 2025; the coroner estimated they had died several weeks earlier. - The coroner said post-mortem evidence could not establish an exact date or definitive cause, but she recorded natural causes and found no evidence of third-party involvement. - Both were 87; Barry Dalton had known health problems including dementia, family members said the couple preferred to be together, and their dog was found alive and given to a vet. Summary: The inquest concluded the couple most likely died of natural causes after being discovered weeks later, with no evidence of foul play. Undetermined at this time.