Recent Obituaries

Suddenly, but Peacefully at The Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Friday, 14th June, Christine, of Penrith, beloved wife of the late Harold, much loved mother of Gordon and Bruce, mother-in-law of Jayne, sadly missed granny of Layla, Robbie and George and loving sister to Katherine and her brother John. Aged 80 years. Service at St. Michael's Church, Barton on Tuesday, 2nd July at 11.00am followed by private interment at Penrith Cemetery. At Christines request, please wear bright colours. Family flowers only, but if desired donations in aid of Stroke Fund Elm Ward Carlisle, may be left at the Service or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Peacefully, at Grisedale Croft Care Home, Alston, on Monday, 10th June, Harry of Alston, aged 90 years. Beloved husband of Eva, much loved dad, father-in-law, uncle, grandad and great grandad and good friend to many. Family and friends please meet at Eden Valley Crematorium on Thursday, 27th June for service at 12:30pm. Family flowers only, if possible, please wear something yellow in memory of Harry (his favourite colour). Donations in memory of Harry in aid of Morgan’s Dog Rescue, Alston, may be left at the service or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Penrith, CA11 8HR

Peacefully, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Friday, 14^th June, Raymond (Ray) of Penruddock, Penrith, beloved husband of Janey, dear dad of Karen and the late Mark, grandad of Sarah and Rachel and a sadly missed uncle, father-in-law, brother-in-law and a friend to many. Aged 89 years. Service and cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium, on Thursday, 27^th June at 2.00pm. Family flowers only, but if desired donations in memory of Ray, which will be divided between Penruddock Reading Room Committee and Birbeck Medical Group Equipment Fund, may be made at the Service, or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Nèe Cooper. Suddenly, at home on Wednesday, 5^th June, Ella of Stainton, Penrith, a much loved mam, stepmother, nana, great-nana, auntie and a good friend to many. Aged 93 years. Service and interment at St. Andrews Church, Dacre on Friday, 28^th June at 11.00am. Family flowers only, but if desired donations in memory of Ella for St. Andrew’s Church (Dacre PCC) may be made at the Service, or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Peacefully, after a short illness, on Thursday 6^th June at Winton, with his family by his side. John Burrow of Sand Croft, Penrith (formerly of Warcop) dearly loved husband of the late Joyce, much loved dad of Angela, Tricia and Diane, father-in-law of Paul, Alan and Richard, treasured Grandad of Russell, Louise, Catherine, Rebecca and Lucy, great grandad of Maria, Grayson and Vallea and a sadly missed uncle and friend. Aged 89 years. Funeral Service to be held at Eden Valley Crematorium on Thursday, 20^thJune at 12.30 pm. Family flowers only, but if desired donations, in memory of John, which will be divided between, Hospice at Home Carlisle and North Lakeland and also in memory of John’s dear wife Joyce for Dementia UK, can be made at the Service, or sent c/o Richardson’s Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith. CA11 8HR.

Peacefully, at home, surrounded by his loving family, on Sunday, 9^th June, Roger Henry of Lazonby, Penrith, beloved husband of the late Jennifer dearly loved father of Daphne, Richard, Stephen and Rachel and much loved by his eight grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Aged 92 years. Roger dedicated his life to his family and the communities he lived in and was respected in the village of Lazonby and in the global community of canoe slalom, Roger has inspired the lives of many. Service and interment at St. Nicholas’ Church, Lazonby on Friday, 21^st June at 12.00 noon. No flowers please. Donations if desired, for St. Nicholas’ Church may be left at the Service or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith CA11 8HR.