Recent Obituaries

Suddenly, at Netherplace Care Home, Keswick, on Sunday 19^th July.  Derrick of Eamont Bridge, treasured husband of Shirley, loving father of Paula and Roy, father in law of David and Suzanne, beloved step-father of Stuart and Iain, and a cherished grandfather of Skye Anne.  Aged 90 years. Private Service and cremation at Carlisle Crematorium, on Friday 7^th August at 11:00 am.  Family flowers only but, if desired, donations for Alzheimer's Society, may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Linda Mary on Wednesday, 29^th July, aged 59 years. The most loving partner of Ronnie, the beloved daughter of Donald and the late Margaret and the most cherished mum of Bonita, Blake, Britani and Brooke. Fought hard, died peacefully. Service and Interment at St. Andrew’s Church, Greystoke on Thursday, 6^th August at 1.00 pm. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations for Cancer Research UK may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Suddenly, but peacefully, after a short illness, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Friday, 24^th July, Thomas (Tom) of Penrith, much loved husband of Sandra, loving dad of Linda, Graham and Mandy, proud granda of Marcus, Aidan, Kane, Josie, Oscar and Lola and a special brother, brother-in-law, uncle and father-in-law. Aged 83 years. Service and cremation at Carlisle Crematorium on Tuesday, 4^th August at 1.40 pm. (Sound will be relayed outside for those wishing to attend.) Family flowers only, but if desired. donations for Eden Valley Friends of Dementia UK may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

                              “Grief is the price we pay for Love”

Peacefully, at home, on Saturday, 25^th July, Alfred (Alf) of Tirril, Penrith, formerly of Lincolnshire, dear husband of Ann. Aged 87 years. Service and interment at St. Michael's Church, Barton, Penrith on Monday, 3^rd August at 2.00 pm. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations for St. Michael's Church may be left at the Service or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Peacefully, after a short stay at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Sunday 19^th July.  William of Lamonby, beloved husband of Nora, loving dad, grandad and great grandad.  Aged 84 years. Private Service and Cremation at Carlisle Crematorium, on Monday, 3^rd August at 11:00 am.  A Service of Celebration will be held at a later date.  Family flowers only but, if desired, donations for Cumbria Kidney Patients Association Fund, may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

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.”