Recent Obituaries

Peacefully, at home on Saturday, 7^th January, Brian Henry (Tyke), of Pategill Road, Penrith, beloved brother of Audrey, Gwen, Sylvia and the late Doreen and a much loved brother-in-law, uncle and great- uncle. Aged 77 years. Service and interment at St. Michael’s Church, Skelton on Friday, 27^th January at 11.30am. Family flowers only, but if desired donations in memory of Brian which will be divided between Dystonia UK and Pride of Cumbria Air Ambulance may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith CA11 8HR.

Peacefully, at home, on Friday, 13^th January, Joan of Carleton Heights, Penrith, beloved wife of the late Derek, much loved mother of Diane, Helen and David, mother-in-law of Robert and Caroline, a dearly loved nana, great-nana and sister of Janice. Aged 85 years. Service and cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium on Thursday, 26^th January at 12.30 pm. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations for Hospice at Home, Carlisle and North Lakeland may be left at the Service or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Peacefully, at Ravenstone Care Home, Carlisle on Thursday, 12^th January, Gordon, formerly of Milton street, Penrith, beloved husband of the late Marie, much loved dad of Robert and a sadly missed uncle. Aged 92 Years. Service at St. Andrew’s Church, Penrith on Tuesday, 24^th January at 11.00am followed by interment at Penrith Cemetery. Family flowers only but if desired donations in memory of Gordon for Beep Doctors (BASICS Cumbria) may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith CA11 8HR.

It is with deep sorrow to announce that Marianne died suddenly on Christmas Eve. She will be greatly missed by family and friends who love her dearly and will hold her in their hearts. She was living in Norfolk, following spending most of her adult life and raising her children in the Eden Valley. Marianne taught English at Ullswater Community College where she was a much loved colleague and inspiring teacher. Her funeral will take place at The Eden Valley Crematorium at 11am on Friday, 20^th January and all those wishing to pay their respects are welcome. The family politely request no flowers but welcome any donations to Medical Aid For Palestinians (www.map.org.uk). Enquiries to Richardsons Funeral Directors. Tel: 01768 891189.

Suddenly and unexpectedly on Tuesday, 27^th December, Gary of Pategill Park, Penrith, much loved dad of Travis and Owen, dearly loved son of Peter and Shona, treasured brother of Lucy and Penny and a sadly missed uncle. Aged 31 years. Service and cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium on Thursday, 19^th January at 2.00pm. family flowers only, but if desired donations in memory of Gary for Mind may be made at the Service, or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Peacefully, in the arms of his family, on Sunday, 1^st January, Geoffrey of Clifton, Penrith, much loved husband of Diane, loving dad of Steven and Amy, father-in-law of Sarah and Rob, grandy of Isla, brother of Andrew, uncle and a great friend to many. Aged 65 years. Service and interment at St. Cuthbert's Church, Clifton, on Thursday, 12^th January at 2.00 pm. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations which will be divided between Pride of Cumbria Air Ambulance and Hospice at Home Carlisle and North Lakeland may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.