Recent Obituaries

After a brief yet incredibly bravely fought illness, our brother Stuart, aged 59 years passed away peacefully at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle on Tuesday, 19^th September, surrounded by the love of his family. Son of the late Bruce and Eileen, he was so desperately loving and loved. His fun smiles and gentleness will be missed and held in the hearts of many, but particularly by his devoted family: Alastair, Susan, Mark, Olivia, Louis and Violet. Service at St. Andrew's Church, Penrith on Thursday, 5^th October at 1.30 pm followed by interment at Penrith Cemetery. Those wishing to pay their respects are most welcome. If desired, donations for Eden Valley Hospice may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

William (Bill) sadly, on Saturday, 23^rd September, he fell to sleep for the final time at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle aged 77 years. He was very much loved by all, past and present. He will be a greatly missed individual. Service and interment at All Saints’ Church, Renwick on Tuesday, 3^rd October at 1.00 pm. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations in memory of William which will be divided between All Saints’ Church and 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 Croft Avenue Care Home, Penrith, on Friday, 15th September, Allen Peter , of Albert Court, Penrith, former history teacher at Queen Elizabeth Grammar School, Penrith, much loved father of Bronwen, Rhys, Glyn, Gwenneth, Gaynor, adored granddad (Taid), great grandad, and father-in-law. Aged 94 years. Service and Cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium, on Monday, 2nd October at 12:30pm. Family Flowers only, but if desired, donations in memory of Allen, which will be divided between Cancer Research UK, Somerset and Dorset Air Ambulance and Saint Margarets Hospice, Somerset, may be left at the service or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Penrith, CA11 8HR

Peacefully, at home, on Wednesday 13^th September, Frederick (Fred), of Rosebank, Stainton, beloved husband of Margaret, much loved dad of Paula, Sandra and Tracey, devoted grandad of Aleah, Amy, Korie, Imogen, Connor, Teleri and the late Chloe, adored father-in-law, step grandad and a good friend to many. Service and Cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium, on Thursday, 28^th September at 12:30pm. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations in memory of Fred, for Tiny Lives may be left at the service or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Penrith, CA11 8HR

Peacefully, at Newlands Park Care Centre, Workington, on Tuesday, 29^th August, Rosalind (Rosa), formally of Norfolk Place, Penrith, beloved wife of the late Andy and a good friend to many. Aged 84 years. Service and cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium on Thursday, 28^th September at 11.00am. No flowers please, but if desired donations in memory of Rosa for Eden Animal Rescue may be made at the service, or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

On the 5^th September, David, (92) died at home in the company of family, dogs and other animals. We are holding a private burial (family only) then a Memorial Service at St Martins Church Bowness on Windermere, 4^th October at 2pm to celebrate his life. No Flowers. Please contact Richardsons Funeral Directors (01768891189) for further details.