TRIBUTES and death notices have been pouring in this week for those who have passed away in Cumbria, with friends, family, and loved ones sharing their memories and condolences.

Anyone who wishes to send their own message of condolence can do so by visiting the deceased's death notice page.

Here are the most recent notices placed in the News And Star. 

William LOWTHER

LOWTHER William CBE, OBE, DL, JP "Bill" Former Head of "The Factory" in Wigton (Head of UCB Films Division Worldwide) Beloved husband of Sandra, much loved father of Joanne, Ian and Helen. Proud grandfather of Aidan, Louise, Jessica, Tom, Harry, Sam and Ben. Bill will be enormously missed by all who knew him. Funeral Service to be held at St Mary's Church, Wigton on Tuesday 23rd July at 11:00am, followed by a Private family interment. Family flowers only, donations to St. Mary's Church, Wigton. All enquiries to Jill Glencross Independent Funeral Directors. Tel: 01228 317373.

Beryl McALLISTER

McALLISTER Beryl (nee Rae) Peacefully at home on Thursday 27th June 2024. Beryl, aged 91 years. Beloved wife of the late Bert and loving mother of the late Ann, dear mother in law, aunt, great aunt, cousin and a very good friend to so many. She was an interesting, well educated and much travelled lady who always enjoyed a good 'Craic'. She will be sadly missed and never forgotten. Funeral service to be held at Distington Hall Crematorium on Friday 12th July at 12:00pm. Enquiries to Eaves Funeral Service Tel: 01946 694213. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Guide Dogs for the Blind may be made by visiting beryl-mcallister.muchloved.com

Robert James MURRAY

MURRAY Robert James (Robin) (R. J. Murray Haulage) Peacefully at Eden Valley Hospice on Sunday 30th June 2024 following a long illness fought with dignity and courage, Robin aged 83 years. Beloved husband of Jennifer, devoted dad of Stephen and Stuart, respected father-in-law of Alison and Julie, a much loved grandpa of Charlotte, Samantha, Cory, Stuart and Michael, and a proud great grandfather of Jacob. Robin will be so deeply missed by all his family and many friends. A Service of Love and Thanksgiving to be held at Carlisle Crematorium on Friday 19th July at 1:00pm. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Robin will be in aid of Eden Valley Hospice. All enquiries to Jill Glencross Independent Funeral Directors. Tel: 01228 317373

Allan WATSON

WATSON Allan On 27th June peacefully at Cumberland Infirmary, aged 92 years, of Chapel Close Warwick Bridge. Loving husband and best friend of the late Rita, treasured dad of Terry, Lynne and Judith, much loved father-in-law of Ruth and David, adored grandad of Luke, Emma and Pawel, Danny and Jamie and special great grandad of Noah. Funeral service at Holme Eden Church Warwick Bridge on Tuesday 23rd July at 10am, followed by cremation at Carlisle Crematorium at 11am. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Eden Valley Hospice c/o Graeme Kennedy Funeral Director 87 Blackwell Road Carlisle. Tel: 01228 515191.

Charlotte and Zia HAMPTON

HAMPTON Charlotte and Zia On the 13th June 2024, Zia Jennifer aged 4 days. Precious daughter of Charlotte who sadly passed away on the 18th June aged 28 years. Dearly loved daughter and grand-daughter of Wendy and David. Loving sister of Jack and Sonny. Will be sadly missed by all other family and friends. A service to be held at St Marys Church Wigton on Thursday 11th July at 11.00am followed by a private interment. Family flowers only please with donations to be divide between Action on Pre-eclampsia and Live Life Give Life. c/o D Studholme Funeral Director Reeds Lane Wigton.

John FORRESTER

FORRESTER John Peacefully on the 26th of June at the Cumberland Infirmary, John aged 87 years formally of Hethersgill. Dearly loved husband of the late Gwen, much loved brother of Elizabeth and Ashley, cherished uncle and friend to many. A private funeral service will be held at Carlisle Crematorium at Johns request. All enquires to Nicholson`s Funeral Directors Bank House 01228 791098.

Irene LOWTHER

LOWTHER Irene Peacefully on Friday 21st June at Pennine Lodge, Irene aged 93. Beloved wife of the late Ronald, much loved mother of Robert. Funeral service to be held at Carlisle Crematorium on Monday 8th July at 10.20am. All enquires to Michael Walsh Funeral Directors 01228 514000

David GRAY

GRAY David On Thursday 20th June 2024, at his home in Carlisle, aged 66 years. Beloved husband of Alma, dearly loved dad of Malcolm, Andrew and proud grandad. A private funeral service to be held at Carlisle Crematorium to honour David and a donation has been made to Parkinson's Society in his memory.

Shirley BURNS

BURNS Shirley Peacefully at the Cumberland Infirmary, on Monday 24th June 2024, Shirley aged 89 years. Beloved wife of the late Gerald, dearly loved mam of Margaret, Heather and David, mother-in-law of Ian, John and Avril, proud nana of Sharon, Adrian and Holly, devoted nana Shirley of Ella, Sofia, Tyler, Ava, Amelia and Albie, sadly missed sister and friend. Funeral Service to be held at Carlisle Crematorium on Monday 15th July at 11:40am. Family flowers only, donations in memory of Shirley to Cancer Research UK. All enquiries to Jill Glencross Independent Funeral Directors. Tel: 01228 317373.

Hans LANDSTRÖM

LANDSTRÖM Hans On 24th June, passed away suddenly at his home in Stanwix. He was a much-loved father of Anna and grandfather of Alba, Max, Maya, Ellis and Emma. A funeral service will be held at Carlisle Crematorium on Tuesday 9th July at 11am. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to the Stroke Association www.stroke.org.uk. Enquires to Graeme Kennedy Funeral Director Tel. 01228 515191

Kayleigh HUNTER

HUNTER Kayleigh Suddenly on Monday 24th June 2024, Kayleigh aged 28 years, loving daughter, partner, granddaughter and a proud amazing mum, she will sadly missed by all. A celebration of her life will take place at Carlisle Crematorium on Friday 12th July at 11:00am. Family flowers only please donations to Daniel's Wheelchair Adventures can be made at the service or online at www.georgehudsonandsons.co.uk

Robert TEASDALE

TEASDALE Robert (Bob) Peacefully at Inglewood Residential Home Wigton on Sunday 30th June 2024, Bob in his 100th year. Beloved husband of the late Sadie, loving dad of Robert. A funeral service and interment to be held at St Hilda's Church Westward on Friday 12th July at 1.00pm. Family flowers only with donations to St Hilda's Church. c/o D Studholme Funeral Director Reeds Lane Wigton.