THE families and friends of people who have passed away have paid heartfelt tributes to their loved ones in this week’s death announcements.

A family will publish the obituary as a way to say a few things about the life and death of their loved one.

Because they are shared online publicly, the wider community has the opportunity to hear the news of the death.

Jack RICHARDSON 

Jack (John) Aged 87, passed away peacefully at Furness General Hospital, surrounded by all his family, after a long illness bravely borne. Beloved husband of June, much loved dad of Stephen and Mark, dear father-in-law of Beverley and Elaine, dear grandad of Jonathan, Thomas, Lucy, Katie, Sophie, Abbie and Nancy, dear great-grandad, brother, uncle and friend to many. Funeral Service and Committal to be held at Thorncliffe Crematorium on Thursday 30th March at 10:45am. Family request no flowers, any donations if so desired to Parkinson UK and Urology department at Furness General Hospital. All enquiries to George Hall & Son, 9-11 Buccleuch St, Barrow, tel. 01229 820514.

Stuert James GALBRAITH

Stuert James Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday 21st March, aged 81. Dearly loved Husband of Ann, treasured dad of Tracy, Mark, Shawn and the late Paul, A much loved father-in-law. A proud and loving grandad and great-grandad. Special brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many. A service will take place on Thursday 30th March 12:30pm at St Mary's and St Michael's Church Great Urswick, prior to burial in the Churchyard. Donations if desired may be left c/o Little and Caine website for St Mary's Hospice at home. Any enquiries to Little and Caine, 48 Ulverston Road, Dalton. Tel: 462564. 

Nora BROWN

(Nee Greenhow) Nora passed away peacefully on Tuesday 21st March aged 85. Much loved and loving wife of Frank. A dear sister-in-law, auntie and friend to many. Please meet for a service at St Peter's Church Lindal on Thursday 30th March at 1:30pm. Family flowers only. Donations if desired for St Mary's Hospice may be left after the service. Any enquiries to Little and Caine, 48 Ulverston Road, Dalton. Tel: 462564.

John Edward MANSELL

(Little Johnny) Died peacefully on the 18th March 2023, aged 86. Much loved father of Julie, Kevin, Steven and Shaun. Dear grandad, great-grandad, loving brother, brother-in-law, uncle and good friend to many. A service will be held at the Trevelyan Chapel, Dalkeith Street, Barrow at 1pm on Friday 31st March. Family flowers only and donations for Dementia UK and The Ivy Unit at Risedale Nursing Home can be sent via the Little and Caine website. All enquiries to Little and Caine, 1-3 Dalkeith Street, Barrow. Tel: 01229 820747.

Alan Morgan SHAW

Alan Morgan 27th March 1924 - 19th March 2023. It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Alan (Pop) Shaw who passed away peacefully at Bethshan Care Home, Whitehaven, Cumbria, UK, just a few days away from his 99th birthday. He leaves to grieve his beloved companion, Ruth Thompson, his daughter, Margaret, his son, Kenneth (Barbara) and their families. Alan was predeceased in 1988 by his loving wife, Ethel. Heartfelt thanks to West Cumberland Hospital and all the staff at Bethshan Care Home, Whitehaven, Cumbria. Alan's funeral will take place at St. Mary & St. Michael's Church, Church St, Egremont, Cumbria Monday 3rd April at 1:00 pm. Family flowers only please. Friends, please meet at the Church. Messages of condolence may be sent: 12 Royal Drive, Egremont, Cumbria CA22 2LG.

Peter James THURMAN

(Pete) Aged 79 years. Passed away suddenly at home on the 21st March 2023 after a long illness. Dear partner of the late Doreen, brother to Nigel, brother-in-law to Carole, uncle to Lewis and Hannah and friend to many. Funeral Service and committal to be held on Monday 3rd April at 1pm at Abbey Mount Chapel on Abbey road. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to St Mary's Hospice. Family request colourful attire to be worn please. All enquiries to George Hall & Son, 9-11 Buccleuch St, Barrow, tel. 01229 820514.

Francis QUINN

Francis (Frank) Of Barrow-in-Furness and Lodi, NJ passed away peacefully at Gilchrist Hospice in Towson, MD on the 9th of March, 2023, aged 77 years. Loving husband of the late Vera, much-loved dad of Martin (Shannon) and Joanne (Kenny), beloved Pop-pop of Donovan and Evlin, dear brother, uncle, and great friend to many. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. A service to celebrate Frank's life will be held at the Holy Family Church, Barrow, on Monday, 3rd April at 11am followed by burial. Family flowers only and donations if so desired for St. Mary's Hospice may be sent via Little and Caine website. All enquiries to Little and Caine, 48 Ulverston Road, Dalton. Tel: 01229 462564.

Terry POTTER

Died on 21st March, aged 63. Funeral on Monday 3rd April at 10.45am at Barrow Crematorium. No flowers but donations if desired to The Stroke Association.

Jacqueline CONLONG

(Nee Stables) Aged 78 years, of Ulverston, passed away suddenly at home on the 24th March 2023. Dearly loved wife of the late Peter, loving mum of Bryan and Emma and mother-in-law of Paula and Stephen. Devoted gran of James, Edward and Erin. She will be sadly missed by us all. Friends please meet for a service on Thursday 6th April, 10.45am at Thorncliffe Crematorium. Family flowers only please or donations if so desired for St Mary's Hospice may be left at the service or sent c/o Little and Caine, 48 Ulverston Road, Dalton. Tel: 01229 462564.

Joyce Hilda BOLT

Joyce Hilda Passed away peacefully in St Mary's Hospice on Monday 27th March aged 92 years. Funeral arrangements later. All enquiries to Little and Caine, 48 Ulverston Road, Dalton. Tel: 462564.

Ann KENDALL

(Formerly Eaton, nee Proctor) Passed away peacefully in Cartmel Grange Nursing Home on 18th March 2023 aged 78 years. Dear cousin, aunt and friend to many. Friends please meet for a service at The Salvation Army Hall, Nelson Street, Millom on Tuesday 4th April 2023 at 11am prior to burial. No flowers by request, donations if so desired for The Salvation Army may be left at the service. All enquiries to Little and Caine, 48 Ulverston Road, Dalton. Tel: 01229 462564

Linda JOHNSON

Joan Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Friday 24th March, aged 70. Dearly loved wife of Ken, treasured mum and best friend of Rachael and Vicki. A proud and loving nanna of Corey, Esmae, Theo, Georgia and Myla and a much-loved mother-in-law to Baz. Special sister, sister-in-law and aunty and friend to many, who will be sorely missed by all. A service to celebrate the life of Linda will be held at the Trevelyan Chapel, Dalkeith Street, Barrow at 11:30am on Wednesday 5th April. Black dress code not necessary. Family flowers only and donations if so desired, to the Oncology Unit, Furness General Hospital can be sent via the Little and Caine website. All enquiries to Little and Caine, 1-3 Dalkeith Street, Barrow. Tel: 01229 820747.

Ann CARRUTHERS

(Cubiss) Ann Sadly passed away on Saturday 25th March aged 74. Dearly loved wife and soulmate of Malcolm (Alf). Beloved mam of David and Helen, loving nan to Becci, Lily and Ellie. Proud great nannie of Layla. A loving mother-in-law to Jo and John. special sister, much loved auntie and great-auntie. Treasured by all her extended family, and friend to many. Please meet for a service at 1pm on Tuesday 11th April Trevelyan Chapel, Dalkeith Street. Family flowers only, donations if desired may be left after the service or c/o Little and Caine obituary page for Complex Coronary Care Unit Furness General Hospital. Any Enquiries to Little and Caine, 1-3 Dalkeith Street, Barrow. Tel: 820747.

Elizabeth Anne (Liz) COLE

Passed away peacefully at Furness General Hospital after a short illness with her family by her side on 27th March aged 70 years. Loving wife and soulmate of Stuart, much loved mother of Victoria, Jennifer and Rachael, a devoted nan to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and a good friend to many. Funeral service will take place at Beetham Hall Crematorium on Thursday 20th April at 11am. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired are for Cancer Research UK can be made online via www.saundersfunerals.com or sent to Saunders & Son Funeral Directors, 24 Winfield Gardens, Allithwaite, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 7DF. Tel: 015395 32566

Bridget TIMMINS

Aged 74. Passed away peacefully at Furness General Hospital on 26th March 2023 following a short illness surrounded by her loving family. A much beloved cousin, auntie, best friend and a good friend to many. Requiem Mass to take place at St Mary's RC Church on the 4th April 2023 at 10.30am. Donations if so desired to The British Heart Foundation. All enquiries to George Hall & Son, 9-11 Buccleuch St, Barrow, tel. 01229 820514.

Doreen KAY

(Nee Finley) Passed away suddenly in Furness General Hospital on 25th March. Much loved wife and soul mate of the late Ron, beloved mam of Moya, Lee, George and the late Mark, treasured nana, great-nan, sister and good friend to many. Service to be held at Barrow Cemetery Chapel on Wednesday 5th April at 11.30am prior to interment in Barrow Cemetery. Donations if so desired to the R.S.P.C.A. All enquiries to Co-op Funeralcare Barrow Tel: 820517.

Kevin BEWLEY

Aged 86. Passed away peacefully at Furness General Hospital on 20th March 2023. Much loved husband of Vera, beloved uncle, brother of Victor, brother-in-law and a friend to many. Funeral Service & Committal to be held at St, Marys R.C Church on Wednesday 5th April at 12pm. Family flowers only please, donations if so desired to Alzheimer's Society. All enquiries to George Hall & Son, 9-11 Buccleuch St, Barrow, tel. 01229 820514.

Des O'NEILL

(Denis Michael) Died peacefully in Abbey View at Furness General Hospital on 16th March 2023 aged 84. Beloved husband of the late Kathleen, much loved father to Sandra, Martin, Nick and Dan, grandad, great grandad and a friend to many. Friends please meet at St Mary's RC Church Ulverston on Wednesday 5th April at 12 noon prior to burial in Ulverston Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations for The Northwest Air Ambulance may be left at the service or sent via Little and Caine Website. Enquiries to Little and Caine, 48 Ulverston Road, Dalton in Furness Tel: 462564