Passed away suddenly, but peacefully, at home, on Thursday, 28th April following a long battle with illness bravely borne, John of Penrith (formerly of Shap) husband of Joyce, much loved dad of Anita and Brian, father-in-law of Philip and Rachael, grandad of Liam, Jamie, Sam, Amelia and Henry, brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many. Aged 74 years. Service and cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium on Tuesday, 17th May at 11.00 am. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations in memory of John for Beep Doctors (BASICS Cumbria) may be left at the Service or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.