Recent Obituaries

Peacefully, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Tuesday, 14^th February, Elizabeth (Betty) of Penrith (formerly of Armathwaite) beloved wife of the late David, much loved mam of Gary and Graham and a sadly missed mother-in-law, granny, great-granny, sister and auntie. Aged 85 years. Service and Cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium on Friday, 3^rd March at 11.00am. Family flowers only, but if desired donations in memory of Betty, which will be divided between, Eden Animal Rescue, Oak Tree Animals Charity and Christ and St. Mary’s Church (Armathwaite PCC), may be made at the Service, or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Peacefully, at home, on Saturday, 11^th February, Margaret (Margo) of Langwathby. Aged 84 years. Beloved wife of Harry, loving mother of Andrea and Jayne and grandmother of Harrison. Private funeral. Enquiries to Richardsons Funeral Directors. Tel. (01768) 891189.

Peacefully, at home, on Saturday, 11^th February, Violet of Raiselands Croft, Penrith, much loved by all her family. Aged 83 years. Private funeral. Enquiries to Richardsons Funeral Directors. Telephone 01768 891189

Treasured daughter of Brenda Howard, passed away, peacefully at Eden Valley Hospice, Carlisle on Wednesday, 8^th February, Nancy, aged 48 years, showed immense composure and courage, whilst contending with multiple complex issues, concurrently. Immeasurable thanks to Eden Valley Hospice for guiding us through the past weeks with such skill and kindness. The funeral will be strictly private. If desired, donations in memory of Nancy for Eden Valley Hospice may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Peacefully at Pitnacree House, Perthshire, on Wednesday 1^st February, Joseph Hugh (Joe) aged 90years, of Brackenburgh, Penrith, beloved husband of the late Anne, much-loved father of John, Peter & Robert, grandfather of Imogen, Georgina, Charlotte, Sophie & Hugh, great-grandfather of Annabel, and latterly loving companion to Sue. Private cremation with a Service of Thanksgiving to be announced at a later date. Enquiries to Richardsons Funeral Directors. TEL: 01768 891189.

At home, on Sunday, 5^th February, Ethel of Plumpton, beloved wife of the late Bill, loving mother of Gillian, aunt and great-aunt. Aged 98 years. Private funeral. Enquiries to Richardsons Funeral Directors. TEL: 01768 891189.