FAMILIES across south Cumbria will be mourning the loss of these people in our community.

Please find this week's roundup below. If you would like to leave a tribute feel free to comment below. 

Robert Campbell (Bob) JOHNSTON

Bob died quietly at home on Wednesday 8 February, aged 84. His gentle presence will be greatly missed by family and friends, as will his music, wisdom and humour. There will be a private family burial for Bob, but his family warmly welcome you to join them for a commemoration following this. Please contact Co-op Funeralcare Kendal about funeral arrangements 01539 739099. Bob joined a Dementia Research Programme 10 years ago and his relevant organs are already with the research team. Donations if desired for Prostate Cancer UK and Dementia Research UK c/o Co-op Funeralcare, Aynam Lodge, Bridge Street, Kendal, LA9 7DD.

Eric WILSON

(Formerly of Shap Road, Kendal) Dearly loved husband of Barbara, passed away peacefully on 12th February in the Royal Lancaster Infirmary aged 82 years. Dear dad of Julie, Lynn, David and Brian and a much loved grandad of 12 grandchildren. His funeral service will take place at the Lancaster & Morecambe Crematorium on Monday, 27th February at 1.30pm Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be sent in memory of Eric for St. John's Hospice c/o Alex Willis Funeral Home, 2 Middleton Road, Heysham, LA3 2QD. Tel: 01524851595

Vera Margaret ARNOLD

(nee Butler) Late of Wainwright Court, Kendal, formerly of Manchester. Passed away peacefully on 15th February 2023, at the age of 95. Much loved by all of the family. Funeral at Beetham Hall Crematorium at 3:30 pm on 15th March. Family flowers only please, donations to "With Singing in Mind" www.withsinginginmind.co.uk All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare, Kendal, Tel: 01539 739099.

Pamela PARKER

(Pam) (nee Beck) The funeral service will take place on Monday 6th March 2023 at 2pm at Beetham Hall Crematorium, Cumbria, LA7 7BQ. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, for CancerCare, Lancaster. Enq : Alan M. Fawcett, Funeral Directors, Carnforth. Tel. 01524 733048.

Grant Christopher FREEMAN

On 10 February suddenly at his home in Tebay aged 78 years. Funeral service will take place at St James Church, Tebay on Wednesday 1st March at 11am. Donations in lieu of flowers are for R.S.P.C.A c/o Saunders & Son Funeral Directors, 24 Winfield Gardens, Allithwaite, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 7DF. Tel: 015395 32566.

Enid WADDICOR

On Saturday 4 February 2023, peacefully at Belmont Care Home, Longridge aged 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Arthur Waddicor, dear mother of Adele and Lee, and a much loved mother in law, grandma and great-grandma. Funeral Service at St. John's Church, Silverdale on Friday, 3rd March at 11.a.m. prior to interment at Silverdale Churchyard. Family flowers only, please. Donations in her memory, if desired, for The Alzheimer's Society may be sent c/o. Alan M. Fawcett, Funeral Directors, 120 Kellet Rd., Carnforth. LA5 9LS. Tel: 01524 733048.

Wilfred EDMONDSON

'Wilf' Wilf passed away peacefully on Tuesday 14th February, aged 97 years, at the Applethwaite Green Care Home in Windermere. Loving husband to the late Sheila and dad to Stewart. Known and loved by many in the Windermere area and will be missed by them all. Wilf's funeral service will be held at Beetham Hall Crematorium on Thursday 9th March at 3:30pm. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers in Wilf's memory to The Royal British Legion can be made online via fishwicksfunerals.co.uk. Enquiries tel 015395 63108.

Phyllis Myfanwy WARD

 On 12 February 2023, at her home in Grange-Over-Sands, aged 99 years. Dearly loved wife of the late James (Jim), loving mother of David and Michael. A proud grandmother and great-grandmother. The funeral service will take place at St Paul's Church, Grange- Over-Sands on Friday 10th March at 2.30pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for St Paul's Church. Cheques payable to The Parish of St Paul Grange- over-Sands may be sent to Alan Postlethwaite, Funeral Director, Windermere Road, Grange Over Sands, LA11 6EG.Tel: 015395 33040.

Audrey VAUGHAN

Of Windermere, died peacefully on the 16th February 2023 aged 84 years, after a short battle with illness. Loving wife of the late Alan, devoted and much loved mother to Julie, adored nan and great-nan to her grandchildren. Funeral service will take place at Beetham Hall Crematorium on Tuesday 14th March at 12.30pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Carer Support, South Lakes can be made at the service or online via fishwicksfunerals.co.uk Enquiries tel: 015395 63108.

Edna ASHCROFT

Passed away peacefully at Anley Hall Care Home on 14 February 2023, aged 78 years. Loving wife to Ken, mother to Andrew and Paul, mother-in-law to Dawn and grandmother to Megan, Jack, Casey and Taylor. Edna will be fondly remembered for her active role in village life whilst running the local Post Office with Ken. Funeral service will take place at St John's Church, Levens on Tuesday 14th March at 1pm, followed by cremation at Beetham Hall Crematorium. Family flowers only, donations if so desired, are for The Alzheimer's Society and can be made on the day or online via fishwicksfunerals.co.uk. Enquiries tel 015395 63108.

Dorothy WATT

Dorothy passed away 3rd February at her home in Ackenthwaite. Much loved Mum, Nana & Great Nana to be. A private cremation has taken place at her request. Thanks for their wonderful care to Milnthorpe District Nurses, Your Autumn Leaves Palliative carers, Margaret Henderson & St John's Hospice. Donations to MacMillan Cancer Support appreciated.

Isabel SNAITH

Isabel passed away at Heron Hill Care Home on 13 February 2023, aged 96 years. Much loved wife of the late Geoffrey Snaith (papa), mum to Anne, mother-in-law to Trevor, nan to Deborah, Scott and Andrew, loving great-nan to Henry, Rose, Harvey, Lily, Mitchell, Oliver and Clarabelle. Funeral service will take place at Beetham Hall Crematorium on Thursday 9th March at 2 pm. Family flowers only and please wear a colour of your choice. Donations if desired to The Lakeland Horticultural Society can be made at the service or online via fishwicksfunerals.co.uk Enquiries tel: 015395 63108.

Shirley Ann POTTER

We are sad to announce the death of Shirley Ann Potter of Grange-over-Sands, who passed away peacefully in her sleep on 12th February at the age of 87. Shirley was a wonderful mother to Debbie, Mandy, Wendy and John, and doting grandmother and great-grandmother. After a short spell apart, she is now reunited with her beloved Frank following their 66 years of marriage. Funeral service will be held in their honour on Thursday 2nd March at 11am at St Mary's Church, Allithwaite. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired are for North West Air Ambulance c/o Saunders & Son Funeral Directors, 24 Winfield Gardens, Allithwaite, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 7DF. Tel: 015395 32566.

Tony STANLEY

(Anthony Alexander) Sadly passed away after a short illness, Friday 17th February 2023, aged 83 Years. Beloved dad to Vanessa and Amanda. Funeral service to take place at Beetham Hall Crematorium on Monday 20th March at 2pm. Family flowers only please any donations to Macmillan Cancer Support. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare Kendal T: 01539 739099.

William HEYWORTH

(Bill) Of Windermere, passed away suddenly on 16 February 2023 at Lancaster Royal Infirmary, aged 93 years. Loving dad to three daughters, Susan, Sheila and Sally. A much loved grandad and great-grandad. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. A celebration of Bill's life will be held in private. Donations in aid of his memory if desired to the British Heart Foundation and the Stroke Association.

Gaynor MITCHINSON

(nee Wilson) Gaynor of Staveley sadly passed away at home on 16th February 2023. An amazing wife of David, a much loved mum of Rachel and a wonderful nanna. Gaynor was a very special lady who made life sparkle for all who knew her. A private service will take place at Beetham Hall Crematorium followed by a Celebration of Gaynor's Life at St. James' Church, Staveley on Friday March 17th at 12.15pm. Black dress code not necessary. Family flowers only, donations if desired for either The Salvation Army or Cancer Care. All enquiries and donations to Hayes and Parkinson Ltd.

John Metcalfe EDMONDSON

John of Burton-in-Lonsdale died peacefully in the RLI on Wednesday 15th February, aged 86 years. Beloved husband of Mary much loved dad of Julie, Paul and Jonathan, a special grandad, and father-in- law. John will be sadly missed by all his loving family and many friends. Funeral Service will be held at All Saints Church, Burton-in-Lonsdale on Friday 3 March at 1.30pm, followed by a private committal at Lancaster & Morecambe Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations if desired are to be shared between All Saints Church & Cancer Research UK which may be left at the service or sent directly to: Brown & Whittaker Funerals, 6 Chapel Lane, Ingleton, Via Carnforth, LA6 3FX Tel: 015242 41293 jmfunerals@gmail.com

Robert Sydney JOHNSON

(Bob) Bob fell asleep peacefully at home on 17 February aged 71. Loving dad of Deborah, foster dad/uncle of Michelle. Beloved grandad of Rhys, Lynden, Colin, Katie, Hannah and Tommy. He will be sadly missed. Funeral service to take place at Beetham Hall Crematorium on Thursday 16th March at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Diabetes UK. All enquiries and donations to Hayes and Parkinson Ltd.