Family announcements - Cumberland & Westmorland Herald March 27

Family announcements from this week’s Cumberland & Westmorland Herald

Births

WARWICK — MUNDY — Congratulations to Amy and James on the announcement of the birth of your adorable son, our gorgeous grandson, nephew and cousin, John James, born 5th March. All our love from — mam, dad, Hannah, Ste and Maisie. xxxxx.

Death notices

COOK. — On Saturday, 18th March, Lilian, formerly of Barras, Stainmore, a much loved mother, mother-in-law and grandmother. Aged 85 years. Funeral service at Eden Valley Crematorium, on Thursday, 30th March, at 12-30pm. Family flowers only but, donations, in memory of Lilian, which will be divided between Tearfund and Dementia UK, 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.

DICKINSON. — Peacefully, at home, on Friday, 17th March, after a short illness, William (Bill), of Kirkbarrow Hall, Greystoke, Penrith, loved husband of Elsie, dear father of Allan, Brian, Joyce and Linda, father-in-law of Cath, Jill, Brian and Edward, a loving grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather. Aged 97 years. Funeral service at Eden Valley Crematorium, on Friday, 31st March, at 11am. If desired, donations in memory of Bill, may be made to The Great North Air Ambulance Service 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.

HANSON (née Broughton) — Nancy. Peacefully, at Croft Avenue Care Home, with her daughters by her side, on Monday, 20th March, dearly loved wife of the late Brian Hanson, much loved mum of Jacky and Louise, and the late Yvonne, grandmother and great-grandmother of Christopher, Elizabeth, Lucy, Layla and Leo. Aged 87 years. Funeral service at Eden Valley Crematorium, on Friday, 31st March at 2pm. Please feel free to wear colour. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Nancy for the RSPB can be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

JACKSON. — It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Christine, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Tuesday, 21st March, Christine, of Wickerslack, loving and devoted wife of Nigel. Aged 65 years. Funeral Arrangements to follow. All enquiries to Glyn Jones Funeral Directors, 12, Battlebarrow, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6XS. Tel. (017683) 51569.

KENNEDY. — Peacefully, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Monday, 20th March, with her family by her side, Olive Mary, of Pooley Bridge, dearly loved wife of the late Joe, much loved mam of Jackie and Terry, nana of Scott, Kyle and Ashleigh, nannie of Cody, Bobby, Alexia, Tyler and Romy Jo, a dear sister and good friend to many. Aged 84 years. Funeral service at Eden Valley Crematorium, on Wednesday, 5th April, at 2pm. In honour of Olive, if you wish, ladies to wear a scarf and gentlemen to wear some colour please. If desired, donations in memory of Olive, may be made to Heart 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.

SOWERBY. — Peacefully, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Tuesday, 21st March, Kathleen (Nan), of Long Marton, dear wife of Donald, dearly loved mam of Andrew and Martin, much loved nanna of Kayley, Lee and Charlotte and great-nanna of Tayla, Halle, Effie and Josh, mother-in-law of Nicola. Aged 76 years. Funeral service and interment at St. Cuthbert’s Church, Dufton, on Tuesday, 4th April, at 11am. Family flowers only please but, donations in memory of Kathleen, may be made to The Great North Air Ambulance Service 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.

STRINGER. — Peacefully, on Saturday, 11th March, at The Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle, Leslie (Les), of Mill Hill, Appleby, dearly loved husband of the late Roberta, loving father of Helen, father-in-law of Mark and a sadly missed and much loved grandad of Oliver, Elliot, Daisy, Zak and a good friend to many. Aged 85 years. A Funeral service and cremation will take place at Eden Valley Crematorium, on Tuesday, 4th April, at 2pm. Family flowers only are requested but, if desired, donations in memory of Les, will be given to Appleby First Responders and may be left at the service or sent c/o Glyn Jones Funeral Directors, 12, Battlebarrow, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6XS.

THOMPSON. — Suddenly, at home, on Saturday, 18th March, Jack, of Croft Avenue, Penrith, beloved husband of Betty, much loved brother, uncle and a good friend to many. Aged 93 years. Service at Christ Church, Penrith, on Thursday, 6th April, at 10am, followed by private committal at Eden Valley Crematorium. Family flowers only but, if desired, donations in memory of Jack for MS Society may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith CA11 8HR.

VEITCH. — Peacefully, on Saturday, 18th March, with his family by his side, David, of Penrith, beloved husband of the late Betty, much loved dad of David, Julie and Karen and a dear father-in-law and grandad. Aged 86 years. Funeral service at St. Andrew’s Church, Penrith, on Thursday, 30th March, at 1-30pm, followed by private interment. Family flowers only please but, donations in memory of David, may be made to Dementia 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.

WALKER — Frederick Alan. Peacefully, at Virginia Lodge Care Home, Longtown, Alf, of Clifton, dearly loved husband of Pauline, much loved dad of Jonathan. Aged 78 years. Private Funeral. If desired, donations in memory of Alf, for Parkinson’s UK may be sent c/o Walker’s Funeral Directors, Tynefield House, Penrith, CA11 8HY.

WILLIAMS. — Peacefully, at Kingston Court, Carlisle, on Wednesday, 15th March, Geoff, of Brough, much loved partner of Joan, brother of Gordon and Susan. Aged 80 years. Funeral service at Eden Valley Crematorium, on Tuesday, 11th April, at 11am. No flowers by request please, but donations in memory of Geoff, which will be divided between Eden Valley Hospice and The Great North Air Ambulance Service 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.

WILSON. — Peacefully, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Wednesday, 15th March, Deborah Frances, of Penrith, dearly loved wife of Philip, much loved mum of Sophie and mother-in-law of James, daughter of Carole, sister of Claire and Monica, sister-in-law of Merrille, Gay and Deborah. Aged 63 years. Funeral service at Christ Church, Penrith, on Monday, 3rd April, at 1pm, followed by cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium. Family flowers only please but, donations in memory of Deborah, may be made to Cats in Need (Menorca) 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

Acknowledgements

BIRD. — Pauline and family would like to thank all family, friends and neighbours for all the support, flowers, cards and messages of sympathy they have received following the sad loss of Tony (Birdy). Thanks to all who attended the service and the generous donations in memory of Tony for Cancer Research UK and Crohn’s and Colitis UK which came to £2,184. Special thanks to Reverend Andrew Gardner for the lovely service and all the support and kindness to the family. Thanks also to Gary Strong of Walker’s Funeral Directors for his help and guidance, and to Roundthorn Country House for the excellent tea.

WILSON. — Gordon, Alistair and Dean would like to thank all family and friends for cards, flowers and messages of sympathy recieved on the sad loss of Jaqui. Thanks to Gary Strong of Walker’s Funeral Directors, Sandy Pearl for the service, Joan and Angela for their tributes and Dawn at the Lowther Castle Inn for the lovely tea.

In memoriam

ALDERSON — LAWSON. — Treasured memories of Anne, a much loved sister and auntie, passed away on 25th March, 2020. Also, Alice, a much loved mam and gran, passed away, on 1st April, 2020. We miss you both loads. Always in our thoughts — Audrey and family.

BIRKBECK. — Loving memories of our parents, Doris, died 27th March,1973, Len, 15th November, 1995. The world changes from year to year, But the memories of you both shall never pass away. — Pat, Hilary, Lesley and families.

CARRUTHERS. — Loving memories of Alan, died 24th March, 2020. A special husband, dad and grandad. Sadly missed — Kath, Tina, Neil and grandkids.

DEW. — Anne. Two years have passed since Anne died, on 29th March, 2021. We remember Anne every day and talk about her often, and her picture is in every room. Anne’s grave, down in Wales, is known as “Mum’s Place” and is always covered with flowers and her favourite animals. We look forward to being together again, one day, but in the meantime, we keep busy with the everyday things of life and seek to emulate Anne’s example of loving kindness and self-less concern for others. In that way, Anne continues to motivate and inspire us, because true love never dies. — Phil and family.

ELLIOTT. — Precious memories of Ann, a dear wife, loving mam, nana and sister. Sadly died 31st March, 2016. — Loved and always in our thoughts.

SMITH. — Loving memories of Albert, a special dad, and grandad, died 29th March, 2013. Sadly missed — Colin, Rita, Michael, James, and Harry. Always remembered.