Recent Obituaries

Sadly, Tyrone left us unexpectedly, on Friday, 17^th July aged 58 years. Very much loved husband and best friend of Mandy, adored " Father Bear" of Catherine, Jackson and Sophie, proud granda of Fergus "Fergie Bear". A private Service will be held. For those who wish to pay roadside respects the cortege will leave Richardsons Funeral Directors on Friday, 31^st July at 1.35 pm and will travel along Victoria Road, Bridge Lane and through Edenhall Village. If desired, donations in memory of Tyrone for Cancer Research UK may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR. 

“Sad are the tears that loved you

Sad are the tears that fall

But living our lives without you

Is the saddest part of all.”

Peacefully, at home, on Tuesday, 21^st July, Janet (Jan) of Langwathby, Penrith, formerly of West Cumbria, beloved wife of the late John and a loving mum of Michael, Bob and Claire. Aged 88 years. Enquiries to Richardsons Funeral Directors. Tel: 01768 891189.

Peacefully, at home on Friday, 17^th July, Susan (Sue) of Great Salkeld, Penrith, beloved wife of Christopher, much loved mum of Ben and his wife, Lisa, dearly loved grandma of Meg and Oliver. Service at St. Cuthbert’s Church, Great Salkeld on Monday 27^th July at 2.00 pm followed by private cremation at Carlisle Crematorium. 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, CA11 8HR.

Peacefully, at home, surrounded by her loving family on Friday, 17^th July, Georgina (Ena) of Howrigg Farm, Blencarn, Penrith, loving wife of the late William, brilliant mam, nan and great-nan to Peter, John, Margaret, Jean, Carol and all their families and a fun loving friend to many. Aged 93 years.  Enquiries to Richardsons Funeral Directors. TEL: 01768 891189.

Peacefully, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Thursday, 16^th July, William (Bill) of Pategill Road, Penrith, beloved husband of the late Pam, much loved dad of Angela and Sallyann, a dear father-in-law of Brian and the late Roy, loving granda of Carl and Sarah and great-granda of Joshua and Mollie. Aged 81 years. Private cremation at Carlisle Crematorium on Monday 27^th July. Family flowers only, but if desired donations for British Heart Foundation may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Peacefully, at home surrounded by his family, on Sunday 19th July.  George formerly of Cliburn, beloved husband of the late Ethel, loving dad of Neil, Gaynor and Kerry, Father in Law, Grandad of Donya, Kim, Casey, Marisha, Laura, Jade, Chloe, and Joe and Great Grandad.  Aged 78 years. Private Service and Interment at St Cuthbert’s Church, Cliburn, on Thursday, 30th July at 11:00 am.  Family flowers only but, if desired, donations for Macmillan Cancer Support, may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.