Richardsons Funeral Directors Penrith

Funeral details re the late Tony Grinbergs:
GRINBERGS: Peacefully, at home, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, 2nd September, Karl Anthony (Tony), of Carlisle, formerly of Penrith, beloved husband of Kathleen, adored dad of Karl and Corrine, proud grandad of Lewis, Maria, Rosie, Bailee and Edie and a good friend to many. Aged 72 Years. Service and Cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium, on Wednesday, 18th September, at 12:30pm. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations in memory of Tony, which will be divided between, District Nurses Amenity Fund 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.

This week we had a fitting final journey for Jonah. Grateful thanks go to Allan Jenkinson and his team at A. W. Jenkinson Forest Products for making this happen, for a loyal employee of over thirty years.

Funeral details re the late Tim Hodgson:
HODGSON: At Silloth Nursing and Residential Care Home, on Tuesday, 6th August, suddenly but peacefully following a long illness, Tim (Bud), formerly of King’s Meaburn and Penrith, adored dad of Alfie, much loved brother of Andrew, Rachel and Helen and sadly missed brother-in-law, uncle, nephew and cousin. Aged 51 Years. Service and Cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium, on Thursday, 29th August, at 12:30pm. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Tim for Silloth Nursing and Residential Care Home, may be left at the service or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

A fitting final journey for Malcolm.

Funeral details re the late Dick Spruce:
SPRUCE: It is with deep sadness we announce that Dick died peacefully, at home, in Penrith, on Thursday, 8th August, surrounded by his loving family, a dearly loved and sadly missed husband, dad, granda, brother-in-law and uncle. Aged 77 years. Service at St. Andrew's Church, Penrith on Wednesday, 28th August at 11.00 am followed by private cremation. Please feel free to wear bright colours. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations in memory of Dick which will be divided between Alzheimer's Society and Beep Doctors (BASIC Cumbria) may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Funeral details re the late Malcolm Dixon:
DIXON MALCOLM: Died peacefully at home, on Sunday 28th July aged 81 years. Malcolm of William Street Penrith. Beloved dad of Kevin, Paul, Karen and Simon. Brother of Derick, Pat, Colin, Anne, Sylvia and Ian. Adored grandad of Aaron, Abi, Panos, Chelsea, Millie, Mia, Rhianna, Jake, Zak, Max and great grandad of Florence. A good friend to many people. Service and Cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium, on Tuesday, 13th August at 2pm. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations in memory of Malcolm for Penrith District Nurses and Cancer Research. Donations may be left at the service or send c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Funeral Details re the late Joan Watson:
WATSON: Peacefully, at home, after a long illness bravely borne, on Tuesday, 6th August, Joan of Wetheriggs Rise, Penrith, beloved wife of the late Bobby, much loved mam of Duncan, Charles and Vanessa, mother-in-law of Wray, Mandy and the late Les, devoted nana of Kevin, Katie, Hannah, Samantha and Jamie, a loving great-nana, sister, aunt and friend to many. Aged 84 years, Service and cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium on Friday, 16th August at 2.00 pm. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations in memory of Joan 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.

Funeral details re the late Brian Addison:
ADDISON: Peacefully, at home on Tuesday, 6th August, Brian (Jonah) of Brough, formerly of Carlisle, beloved husband of Hazel, adored dad of Sam, much loved father-in-law of Billy, treasured a granda of Harrison and Ralphie, and a dear friend to many. Aged 75 years. Service and Cremation will take place at Eden Valley Crematorium on Wednesday, 21st August at 12:30 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Brian for The Marfan Trust may be left at the Service or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Funeral details re the late Gordon Walker:
WALKER: Peacefully, at The Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Wednesday, 31st July, Gordon, of Greystoke, Penrith, brother of Richard, uncle of Emma, Gillian and Jonathon, well known businessman and owner of Joseph James Furnishings. Aged 88 Years. Service at St Andrews Church Greystoke on, Thursday 15th August, at 1pm, followed by a private cremation. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations in memory of Gordon for British Heart Foundation, may be left at the Service or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR

Funeral details re the late Pat Gibson:
GIBSON, formerly Tolmie neé Creighton: Suddenly, at home on Monday, 29th July, Patricia (Pat) of Penrith, dearly beloved wife of Fenwick, much loved mam of Shaun and Dean, mother-in-law of Alison and a loving nana of Brandon, Maiki, Lisa, Iona, Robbie, Robbie, Olivia, Sophie, Rory and Harriet. Service and cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium on Friday, 23rd August at 12.30 pm. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations in memory of Pat for Parkinsons UK, Eden Support Group may be left at the Service or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

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Whilst making funeral arrangements in a family's home, this little deer surprised us by paying a visit.

Happy Birthday Martyn. X

Funeral details re the late Christine Threlkeld:
THRELKELD: Suddenly, but Peacefully at The Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Friday, 14th June, Christine, of Penrith, beloved wife of the late Harold, much loved mother of Gordon and Bruce, mother-in-law of Jayne, sadly missed granny of Layla, Robbie and George and loving sister to Katherine and her brother John. Aged 80 years. Service at St. Michael's Church, Barton on Tuesday, 2nd July at 11.00am followed by private interment at Penrith Cemetery. At Christines request, please wear bright colours. Family flowers only, but if desired donations in aid of Stroke Fund Elm Ward Carlisle, may be left at the Service or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Funeral details re the late Robert Black:
BLACK: Unexpectedly, at home on Wednesday, 5th June, Robert (Robbie) of Penrith, a loving dad, brother and uncle who will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Aged 67 years. Service and cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium on Friday, 21st June at 3.30 pm. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations in memory of Robbie which will be divided between Eden Valley Hospice and Diabetes UK may be left at the Service or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Thinking of all those who have lost their loved one.

Funeral details, re the late Tommy Fawcett:
FAWCETT: We are very saddened to announce the passing of Thomas Wannop (Tommy), at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Monday, 3rd June, beloved husband of Elaine and the late Barbara, much loved dad of Adam, Sarah, Robert and a sadly missed father-in-law, grandad, uncle and a good friend to many. Aged 82 years. Service and interment at St. Andrews Church, Greystoke on Thursday, 13th June at 11.00am. Family flowers only, but if desired donations in memory of Thomas, which will be divided between, Greystoke PCC, and Hospice at Home Carlisle and North Lakeland may be made at the Service, or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

A lovely poem at a Service today.

A very happy birthday to Sue. The big 60 today!

Funeral details re the late Misha Earl:
EARL née Majewski: Peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle on Saturday, 11th May, Misha of Fell Lane, Penrith, beloved wife of Alan, loving mam of Jacquie and Karen, mother-in-law of James, dearly loved nana of Laura, Beth and Josh and a great nana, daughter-in-law, sister, sister-in-law and auntie. Aged 75 years. Service and cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium on Friday, 24th May at 11.00 am. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations in memory of Misha for Macmillan Cancer Support may be left at the Service or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Dennis. X

I was very humbled to receive this beautiful personal thank you from a family that we recently looked after.

Funeral details re the late Philip Horn:
HORN: Suddenly, but Peacefully, at The Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Friday, 3rd May, Philip, of Robberby Farm, Hunsonby, adored dad of Becci and Claire, much loved brother, granda, father-in-law, son-in-law, brother-in-law, uncle and friend. Aged 65 Years. Service and Cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium, on Monday, 20th May at 2pm. Family Flowers only, but if desired, donations in memory of Philip, which will be divided between the Northern Centre for Cancer Care North Cumbria (cheques made payable to Newcastle Hospitals Trust) and Great North Air Ambulance Service, may be left at the Service or send c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Funeral details re the late Kathy Rogerson:
ROGERSON née Burrell: Peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle on Friday, 19th April, Kathy of Scotland Road, Penrith, beloved wife of the late Phillip, a much loved auntie, great-auntie and good friend to many. Aged 98 years. Service at Christ Church, Penrith on Wednesday, 8th May at 1.30 pm followed by interment at Penrith Cemetery. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations in memory of Kathy for Cancer Research UK may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

PLEASE BE AWARE:
It has been brought to our attention there are fraudulent links for Live Streaming of Funeral Services. If you receive a Facebook request for a webcast for any Service it will be a scam. We send the family a password protected link which is theirs to share. This would never be a paid link.

Grateful thanks to David and Dan for the clever floral tribute for Marjorie who worked at Angel Lane Chippie for many years. Tribute supplied by Sarah at Wild Ivy Floral Design

Martyn joined us one year ago today.
"I would like to thank all the families who have trusted me with their funeral arrangements for their loved ones. It has truly been a privilege to help at their time of need. It has been quite the career change and a very steep learning curve for me. I would like to thank everyone for their support, and I will continue to strive for the highest levels of compassion and care"

Funeral details re the late Leslie Ruppert:
RUPPERT: Suddenly and unexpectedly, at home on Sunday, 14th April, Leslie (Les) of Grey Bull Gardens, Penrith, a much loved husband, daddy, son, grandson and good friend to many. Aged 37 years. Service and cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium on Tuesday, 30th April at 11.00 am. Family flowers only, but if desired, donations in memory of Les for Cancer Research UK may be left at the Service or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Penrith,
CA11 8HR.

A lovely send off for Isbel yesterday.

Funeral details re the late Marjorie Lamb:
LAMB: Peacefully, after a short illness, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Tuesday, 9th April, Marjorie (Marj) of Hutton Court, Penrith, (formerly of Shap), beloved wife of the late Derek, much loved mam of David and Michelle, and a sadly missed mother-in-law, nana, sister, and auntie. Aged 67 years. Service at St. Michael’s Church, Shap, on Tuesday, 23rd April at 11.30am, followed by interment at Shap Cemetery. Family flowers only, but if desired donations in memory of Marj for Cancer Research UK, may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.