Recent Obituaries

Peacefully, after a long illness, at Sunderland Royal Hospital, on Monday, 18^th January, Thomas (Tom) of Greystoke, Penrith, beloved husband of the late Muriel, a dearly loved dad, grandad and great-grandad and best friend of Judy. Aged 90 years. Private Service and Cremation at Carlisle Crematorium, on Tuesday, 2^nd February at 10.20 am. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations for Pride of Cumbria Air Ambulance may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Peacefully at The Royal Devon and Exeter, Exeter on Wednesday, 20th January. Ian of Penrith, beloved husband of the late Nora, loving father of Gordon, Graeme and the late Richard, dear grandfather of Nathen and a great friend to many. Aged 91 years. Enquiries to Richardsons Funeral Directors.  Tel: 01768 891189.

Peacefully, at Cramlington Hospital, on Tuesday 12^th January, Barrie of Sleagill, dearly loved husband of Sylvia, adored dad of Garry and Joanne, proud granda of Jessica and a dear brother and uncle.  Aged 75 years. Private Service and cremation at Carlisle Crematorium on Tuesday, 2^nd February at 2:20 pm.  Family flowers only, but if desired donations for MND and Eden Animal Rescue may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Peacefully, at home, surrounded by her loving family, on Tuesday, 19^th January, Beatrice of Askham, Penrith, beloved wife of the late John, dearly loved mum of Susan and Anthony, mother-in-law of Alison and the late Andrew, adored granny of Richard and Sonia, James and Kate, John and Kelly and "GG" of Harry and Sophia. Aged 88 years. Private Service and Interment at St. Michael’s Church, Lowther, Penrith on Saturday, 30^th January at 12.00 noon. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations for Hospice at Home Carlisle and North Lakeland may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith,

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Sadly, passed away whilst driving home to his family, on Thursday, 14^th January, beloved husband, best friend and soul mate of Joanne, incredible loving father of Ruby, Lily and James. A hero forever in our hearts Aged 59 years. Service and Interment at St. Michael's Church, Addingham, Penrith on Thursday, 28^th January. The Cortège will leave Richardsons Funeral Directors at 12.00 noon driving via Penrith Police HQ, Langwathby, Hunsonby onto Addingham. Family flowers only, if desired, donations in memory of Darryl for Help for Heroes may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Suddenly, but peacefully at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle on Saturday, 16^th January, John formerly of Newton Reigny, Penrith, beloved husband of Helen, and a much loved dad, father-in-law, granda, brother and uncle. Aged 78 years. Private Service and Cremation at Carlisle Crematorium on Monday, 1^st February at 2.20pm. For those wishing to pay their respects, the funeral cortege will leave Newton Reigny, passing through Catterlen Hall Farm at 1.30pm. Family flowers only, but if desired donations in memory of John for the Heart Centre Fund, c/o the Cumberland Infirmary may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.