Here are the heartfelt tributes left to people who have passed away that have featured in this week’s death announcements in the News and Star.

 

Paul McGUINESS

McGUINESS Paul Suddenly at home aged 70 years. A much loved and special dad of Darren and Teresa, brother, uncle and great-uncle. Funeral service at Carlisle Crematorium on Tuesday 20th June at 11am. Family flowers only please with any donations to Cancer Research UK. All enquiries to Ian Blair Undertaker 016977 41741

 

Sanda Slater

SLATER Sanda Sandra, peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, on 5th June aged 66 years. A much loved wife and soulmate to the late Martin, a loving mother to Carly, John and Stuart and mother in law to Donald, Cindy and Jenny, an adored grandma to Callum and Kieran and a cherished sister to John and Avril. Sandra will be a massive loss to all family and friends. Funeral service to take place at Cowpen Crematorium, Blyth, on Friday 23rd June at 10am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the Stroke Association

 

Maughan George IVINSON

IVINSON Maughan George Peacefully at home in Parbold (formerly of Saughtreegate) on Thursday 8th June 2023, aged 93 years. Beloved husband of the late Betty and dearest brother of Edward and the late Nelson and John. Sadly missed friend of Nadine and her Family. Funeral to be held at Tarlton Holy Trinity Church on the 27th June 2023 at 12.30 am contact number, funeral directors 01695 731199

 

Gerald PASQUE

PASQUE Gerald On 6th June, suddenly but peacefully at the Cumberland Infirmary, Gerald aged 87 years. Dearly loved dad of Craig and Adrian, a dear father-in-law, granda, brother and uncle. A celebration of Gerald's life will take place at Carlisle Crematorium on Tuesday 20th June at 12.20pm. Family flowers only please, donations to The British Bee Keepers Association can be made at the service or online at www.georgehudsonandsons.co.uk

 

Caroline Mary THOMPSON

THOMPSON Caroline Mary (nee Burn) Peacefully at home on the 8th June, Caroline aged 84 years. Beloved mother to James, Miranda and the late Ursula Thompson-Schwab. She will be sorely missed by family and friends. Requiem Mass to be held at Our Lady and St Wilfrid`s Church Warwick Bridge CA4 8RX on Tuesday 20th June at 11:00am. All are welcome to attend the service, a private cremation will be held the following day. Family flowers only donations if so desired will be for Our Lady and St Wilfrid`s Church. Caroline is resting in the care of Nicholson`s Funeral Directors 01228 791098.

 

Eileen SHEPHERD

SHEPHERD Eileen Mary Peacefully at the Cumberland Infirmary on Thursday 8th June 2023, Eileen aged 75 years. Dearly loved wife of Allan, much loved mum of Linda. Funeral service to be held at Carlisle Crematorium on Tuesday 20th June at 11.40am Family flowers only. Donations in lieu to the Air Ambulance. No black clothing please wear bright colours.

 

David Palmer AITKEN

AITKEN David Palmer David, aged 81, passed away peacefully on Sunday, 11th June 2023, at the Eden Valley Hospice following a long and courageous battle with illness. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Helen, his much-adored daughters, Adele and Jan, his loving son in-laws, Oliver and Dave, and his devoted grandchildren, Rosa, Aria, Tom, Aidan, and Adam. David's absence will be deeply felt by all his family and friends. The funeral service will take place at the Carlisle Crematorium on Monday, 26th June, commencing at 11:40 am. Only family flowers are requested. If desired, memorial donations can be made to the Eden Valley Hospice. Attendees are welcome to wear any colour of clothing. All enquiries should be directed to Jill Glencross Independent Funeral Directors. Tel: 01228 317373.

 

William Eric SMITHSON

SMITHSON William Eric (Eric) Peacefully on Saturday 10th June 2023 at The Good Companions Care Home, Silloth, Eric aged 99 years. Beloved husband of the late Joan, dearly loved dad of Joan and Ian, dearest father-in-law of Linda and the late David and a cherished grandad and great-grandad. Eric will be deeply missed by all his family and friends. A Service of Love and Celebration will take place at Carlisle Cemetery Chapel on Thursday 22nd June at 11:00am, followed by a private family burial. No flowers please. Donations in memory of Eric will be in aid of Eden Valley Hospice. All enquiries to Jill Glencross Independent Funeral Directors. Tel: 01228 317373.

 

Thomas Graeme HUDSPITH

HUDSPITH Thomas Graeme Peacefully at Haltwhistle Hospital on 6th June 2023, Graeme aged 73 years. Much loved husband of Sheila, dad, granda, brother and friend to many. Funeral service and burial at St Mary Magdalene Church, Gilsland on Wednesday 21st June at 12.30pm. Donations if desired in lieu of flowers to Gilsland Church and Prostate Cancer UK via graemehudspith.muchloved.com. All enquiries to Ian Blair Undertaker 016977 41741.