Death notices
BALMER (née Pickthall). — Peacefully, at her home, on Thursday, 9th February, Debra Anne, of Penrith, devoted daughter of the late David, dearly loved wife of the late Dennis (Tart) much loved mum of Carmel and the late Daniel, treasured nana of Amelia and a dear sister of Sue, Linda, Julie, Stephen and the late Colin. Aged 57 years. Funeral service at Eden Valley Crematorium, on Wednesday, 22nd February, at 2pm. Family flowers only but, if desired, donations in memory of Debra, for The Stroke Association may be left at the service or can be sent c/o Walker’s Funeral Directors, Tynefield House, Penrith, CA11 8HY.
BEDFORD. — Barbara. At Melmerby, on Thursday, 9th February, 2023, peacefully, with Jackie, Bob and Helen. Aged 97 years. Private cremation. A thanksgiving memorial service will be held at St John the Baptist Church, Melmerby, on Monday, 27th February, at 10-30am. Any donations in memory of Barbara will be split between St John the Baptist Church and Hospice at Home Carlisle and North Lakeland and can be left at the service or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.
BIRD. — Peacefully, at home, surrounded by his loving family, on Sunday, 12th February, Tony (Birdy), of Penrith, dearly loved partner of Pauline, much loved dad of Zoe, Zak and Jade, a dear father-in-law, much loved grandad, brother, brother-inlaw, uncle and good friend to many. Aged 66 years. Funeral service at Eden Valley Crematorium, on Monday, 27th February, at 2pm. Family flowers only but, if desired, donations in memory of Tony, shall be divided between Crohn’s & Colitis UK and Cancer Research UK, and can be left at the service, made online at www. walkersfunerals.co.uk or sent c/o Walker’s Funeral Directors, Tynefield House, Penrith, CA11 8HY.
DEIGHTON (née Trotter). — Peacefully, at home, on Saturday, 11th 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.
ELLISON. — Peacefully, at home, on Sunday, 12th February, Dorothy (Dot), of Appleby, dearly beloved wife of the late Arthur, loving mam of Diane and Brenda and a dearly loved nana, great-nana and mother-in-law. Aged 88 years. Graveside service at Appleby Cemetery, on Monday, 27th February, at 11am. Family flowers only but, donations in memory of Dot, may be made to Hospice at Home Carlisle and North Lakeland, and can be left at the service or sent c/o Walker’s Funeral Directors, Chapel Street, Appleby-in-Westmorland, CA16 6QR.
JOHNSTON. — Peacefully, at home, after a short illness, on Tuesday, 14th February, Brenda Elizabeth, of Appleby, much loved wife of Ian, loving mam of Susan and Neil and a dear grandma and great-grandma. Aged 70 years. Funeral service at Eden Valley Crematorium, on Wednesday, 1st March, at 11am. Family flowers only but, donations in memory of Brenda, may be made to Hospice at Home Carlisle and North Lakeland, and can be left at the service, made online at www. walkersfunerals.co.uk or sent c/o Walker’s Funeral Directors, Chapel Street, Appleby-in-Westmorland, CA16 6QR
RAYNER. — Peacefully, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Friday, 27th January, Simon Charles, of Newby, Penrith, dearly loved husband of Tina. Aged 61 years. Funeral service at St. Lawrence Church, Morland, on Tuesday, 21st February, at 1pm followed by committal at Eden Valley Crematorium. Family flowers only but, if desired, donations in memory of Simon for St. Lawrence Church, Morland, with cheques made payable to Morland PCC, may be left at the service or can be sent c/o Walker’s Funeral Directors, Tynefield House, Penrith, CA11 8HY.
RUMNEY. — Peacefully, at home, on Saturday, 11th February, Violet, of Raiselands Croft, Penrith, much loved by all her family. Aged 83 years. Private funeral. Enquiries to Richardsons Funeral Directors. Tel. (01768) 891189.
VAN ALSTINE. — Treasured daughter of Brenda Howard, passed away, peacefully, at Eden Valley Hospice, Carlisle, on Wednesday, 8th 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.
WESTERN. — Peacefully, at Penrith Hospital, on Saturday, 11th February, Thomas (Tom), of Penrith (formerly of Culgaith) dearly loved husband of Sheila, much loved dad of Wendy and Carol, a loving grandfather of Stephen, Tom and Annie and father-inlaw of Andy and Ian. Aged 83 years. Funeral service at Eden Valley Crematorium, on Thursday, 23rd February, at 2pm. Family flowers only but, if desired, donations in memory of Tom, for Cancer Research UK, may be left at the service or sent c/o Walker’s Funeral Directors, Tynefield House, Penrith, CA11 8HY.
WILKINSON. — Peacefully, at home, on Sunday, 12th February, Sheila, of Kirkby Stephen, dearly loved and missed mother, mother-inlaw, grandmother, greatgrandmother, great-great-grandmother and friend to many. Aged 86 years. A local historian and genealogist, full of information especially about the local area she was born, grew up and lived her whole life in. She gave a lot to the community as a Guider, Parish Councillor, organiser of Santa visits in the Market Square for many years making sure every child received a gift and many other community endeavours. Funeral service at Kirkby Stephen Parish Church, on Friday, 24th February, at 11am, followed by interment at Kirkby Stephen Cemetery. Please feel free to wear a splash of colour. Family flowers only but, donations in memory of Sheila, which will be divided between The Great North Air Ambulance Service and The Children’s Heart Unit Fund (CHUF), can be left at the service or sent c/o Walker’s Funeral Directors, Chapel Street, Appleby-in-Westmorland, CA16 6QR
Acknowledgements
BOWMAN. — The family of the late Hazel Bowman would like to thank everyone for all the lovely cards, flowers, letters and messages following the very sad loss of Hazel. Special thanks to Richardsons Funeral Directors for their care and professionalism, Caren and the team at PRUFC, and Andrew Gardner for the wonderful service at St Andrew’s Church.
BRADLEY. — Peter. Peter’s family would like to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for the many kind expressions of sympathy received following their recent sad loss. Many thanks to everyone for joining them in celebrating Peter’s life and for all the generous donations. Grateful thanks to Diane Ruddy, niece and Emily Wilson, carer, for the excellent care given at home, to the health professionals and carers at Highfield House Care Home, Whitehaven, who also cared so well for Peter over the past months and all the doctors and nurses at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle. Special thanks to Reverend Peter Dixon for the comforting service, Greyhound Inn, Bothel, for their excellent hospitality, food and drinks and to Hills Undertakers, Wigton.
CHAPPELHOW. — The family of the late Mary Enid, would like to thank relatives, friends and neighbours for the cards, messages of sympathy and donations. Thanks also to Appleby Manor for the tea, Christian Head for their care, Hugh Jones for the funeral arrangements and the Rev’d Dan Pattimore for the beautiful service.
PARKINSON. — The family of the late Rhona, would like to thank everybody for the cards and kindness shown since Rhona’s passing. Many thanks to Tracy Lazonby for her sympathetic arrangements at the cremation. Thank you to former carers, Lisa, Bea and Steph for their tenderness and compassion towards Rhona. Thank you for her friends’ frequent enquiries, but especially to Heather, Margaret, Marlene and Ed for their weekly visits during her illness. Heartfelt thanks to nurse Judith Graham and social worker Linda Brown, whose efforts led to Rhona being in Newlands Nursing Home, Workington, where the wonderful staff, through loving care and treatment, kept her painless and comfortable in her final days.
WEBSTER. — Jack. Sue, Jane and family would like to thank friends and neighbours for their beautiful cards, kind messages, love and support they have received at this sad and difficult time. They have been overwhelmed that so many joined with them to celebrate Jack’s life and also for the generous donations to Hospice at Home. Sincere thanks to Rev’d Graeme Skinner for his comforting service; to Applegarth Foods for the delicious refreshments; to Oopsie Daisy for the beautiful floral tribute and finally to Graeme Kennedy Funeral Director for his help and guidance.
In memoriam
ARMSTRONG. — Precious memories of a dearly loved mother and nan, Olive, died 24th February, 2008. Always in our thoughts — Doreen, Ron and family.
Memories have lovely ways
of bringing back our
yesterdays
EWIN. — In memory of Freda, a loving grandma, great-grandma and great-greatgrandma, passed away 23rd February, 2022. — Sharron, Karl and family
EWIN. — Freda. In memory of a loving mam, passed away 23rd February, 2022. So sadly missed — Malcolm and Gail.
EWIN. — Freda. 23rd February, 2022. Loved and missed — Barbara and family.
FRITH. — Remembering with love a dearly loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle, Alan, died 18th February, 1988. Loved and remembered always — Les, Jenny, Ian and Gary
GLADWIN. — In loving memory of a much loved husband, dad, grandad and great-grandad, Peter, died 18th February 2019. Always in our hearts — Joyce, Karen, Mark, Andrew, Annwen, Helen, Dean and families.
Memories of you are our
greatest treasure,
They’re locked in our hearts
for ever and ever,
Because you were so special
no words can ever say,
How much we love and miss
you every single day
KIRKPATRICK. — Special memories of my husband Roger, much missed, and loved every day. Forever in my heart — Freda.
SAVAGE. — Special memories of Joan, a dearly loved wife, mam, grandma and great-grandma, who died 19th February, 2021.
Time passes, memories stay,
Loved and remembered every day.
— John, Alison and Dave, Michael and Diane, David and Julie, Dawn, Oliver, Claudia and Petra. xx.
SIMPSON. — In loving memory of a dear dad and granda, George, died 20th February, 1995. Forever in our thoughts — Chris and Stacey.
SIMPSON. — Treasured memories of a dear dad and granda, George, died 20th February, 1995. — Sadly missed and remembered daily by Linda, David, Steven and Jack.
SIMPSON. — Loving memories of a very dear dad, George, died 20th February, 1995. — Sadly missed by Lorraine.
WATSON. — In loving memory of Ellen, a dear mam, mother-in-law and nana, died 22nd February, 2006. Loved and remembered — Sandra, Brian, Elaine and James.
Birthday memories
BOAK. — Loving birthday memories for 18th February of Douglas, a dearly loved brother. In our thoughts — Sylvia, Alan, Wendy and Hilda.
MACHELL. — Birthday memories of Gwen for the 17th February.
It seems like yesterday you
were here with us all,
You were a star to us all,
Now a star looking over us,
Miss you loads. Cheers.
— Big sister Caroline, Keith and family. Always in our thoughts — Peter, Sylvia, Marion and family.
