Recent Obituaries

Suddenly taken away from us all, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle on Tuesday 15^th June, Janet of Penrith, formerly of Maryport, dearly loved mam of Neasha, Tanya and Kevin, much loved nana of Ashleigh, Ella, Alfie, Anna and Mae, mother-in-law of Marcus and Rachel and a dear sister, aunt, great aunt, great-great aunt, and friend to many, she will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Aged 73 years. Service at St Catherine’s Church, Penrith on Friday, 25^th June at 10:00 am, followed by burial at Penrith Cemetery. The Service will be relayed outside for any who are unable to access the church due to social distancing rules. Family would like to see all who knew Janet in attendance. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations can be made to Hospice at Home, Carlisle and North Lakeland may be left at the Service or sent to c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.  At the family’s request please wear something bright and colourful.

Peacefully, at Kingston Court Care Home, Carlisle on Saturday, 12^th June, Irene of Croft Avenue, Penrith, beloved wife of the late George, much loved mam of Louise and her partner Paul. Aged 90 years. Service and cremation at Carlisle Crematorium on Wednesday, 23^rd June at 11.00am. Family flowers only, but if desired donations in memory of Irene for Eden Animal Rescue may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Suddenly, but peacefully, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Thursday, 10^th June, James (Jim) of Stainton, Penrith, formerly of Wellington, beloved husband of Beryl, loving father of Jonathan and a dearly loved father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. Aged 87 years. Enquiries to Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith. TEL: 01768 891189.

Peacefully at ICU, West Cumberland Hospital, on Friday, 4th June, Terence (Terry) of Penrith, dearly loved husband of Dennize, loving father of Thomas and Michelle, a much loved brother, uncle and friend to many. Aged 64 years. Private Service and Interment on Friday, 18^th June. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations in memory of Terry for the Injured Jockey's Fund may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Peacefully, at home, on Thursday, 20^th May, Valerie (Val) of Penrith (formerly of Threlkeld), beloved wife of the late Alec, a much loved sister, sister-in-law and auntie. Aged 80 years. Private Service and cremation at Carlisle Crematorium on Monday, 7^th June at 1. 40pm. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations which will be divided between Hospice at Home Carlisle and North Lakeland and Cancer Research UK may be sent c/o Richardsons, Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Peacefully, after a short illness, bravely borne, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Wednesday, 26^th May, Arthur of Penrith, dearly loved husband of Margaret, much loved dad of Jacqueline and Janice , stepdad of Colin, Stuart and Graham and a loving grandad.  Aged 86 years. Private Service and cremation at Carlisle Crematorium on Thursday, 3^rd June at 11.40 am. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations for Cancer Research UK may sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.