Richardsons Funeral Directors Penrith

Richardsons Funeral Directors Penrith Richardsons Funeral Directors is a family owned local business. We have been arranging funerals in Penrith and the surrounding area for over 170 years.
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Our spacious funeral home is located to the south side of Penrith's centre, in Victoria Road; there is ample private car parking for our clients. We offer a comprehensive range of services and we will be pleased to discuss any matter with you at any time.


24 hour complete funeral service. Chapels of Rest. Pre-paid funeral plans: Richardsons Funeral Directors is an appointed representative of Golden Charter Limited trading as Golden Charter Funeral Plans, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN:965279). Limousines. Traditional funerals. Environmentally friendly or alternative funerals as required. For friendly and professional advice, please contact our funeral directors Sue Emmerson or Alistair Glen anytime to discuss your requirements.

Funeral details, re the late Fred Wilson:WILSON: Peacefully, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Saturday, 16th Au...
02/09/2025

Funeral details, re the late Fred Wilson:
WILSON: Peacefully, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Saturday, 16th August, Fred of Raiselands Croft, Penrith, beloved husband of Hazel, much loved dad of Tina, Julie and Mark, and a sadly missed father-in-law, grandad, great-grandad, brother and uncle. Aged 83 Years. Service and cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium on Thursday, 4th September at 12.30pm. Family flowers only, but if desired donations in memory of Fred for Motor Neurone Disease Association, may be left at the Service, or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

It is with sadness we announce the following funeral details:VINE: Suddenly at home, on Monday 11th August, Tim aged 61 ...
26/08/2025

It is with sadness we announce the following funeral details:

VINE: Suddenly at home, on Monday 11th August, Tim aged 61 years. Cherished son of Brian and the late Hazel, much loved dad of Abigail and Georgina, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and a friend to many. A service of love and thanksgiving will be held at All Saints Church, Watermillock, Penrith, on Friday 12th September at 12.00noon followed by interment in the church yard. Family flowers only please, but donations, if so desired, for All Saints Church, Watermillock, may be left at the service, or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Funeral details re the late John Croasdell:CROASDELL: It is with heavy hearts, that David and Tony announce that after a...
22/08/2025

Funeral details re the late John Croasdell:
CROASDELL: It is with heavy hearts, that David and Tony announce that after a short illness, John of Shap, passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on Friday, 15th August. Devoted husband of Dorothy, loving dad of David and Tony, father-in-law of Jayne and Tracy, grandad of Wayne, Grant, Sammie and Brad, brother of Neil, brother-in-law of Jean, and a friend to so many, including ex work colleagues. John will be sorely missed by us all. Aged 85 Years. Service and cremation at Eden Valley Crematorium on Wednesday, 27th August at 11.00am. Family flowers only, but if desired donations in memory of John, which will be divided between, Cancer Research UK and Eden Valley Friends of Dementia UK, may be left at the Service, or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

It is with sadness that we announce the following funeral details.MORGAN-Sadly, on Monday, 11th August, Fox of Penrith. ...
20/08/2025

It is with sadness that we announce the following funeral details.

MORGAN-Sadly, on Monday, 11th August, Fox of Penrith. Much loved and cherished son of Alexis, and the late Ryan, brother of Thalia, Barney, Betsy and Lochlan, grandson of Christoper, John and Liz, nephew of Claire, Kelly, Stacey and Toyah. Aged 18 years. Fox will be missed and forever loved by all his family and friends. A service of love and thanksgiving will be held at St Andrews Church, Penrith, on Friday, 29th August at 11.00am, followed by a private committal. Family flowers only please, but donations, if so desired, for Mind and Andys Man Club may be left at the service or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, CA11 8HR, or via the link below.

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Funeral details re the late Colin Birkbeck:BIRKBECK: Peacefully, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Monday, 11th ...
19/08/2025

Funeral details re the late Colin Birkbeck:

BIRKBECK: Peacefully, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Monday, 11th August, Colin of Graham Street, Penrith, beloved husband of Elizabeth, much loved dad of Katie and Fiona and a sadly missed father-in-law and grandad. Aged 78 Years. A Celebration of Colin’s Life will be held at Christ Church, Penrith, on Friday, 22nd August at 11.00am, followed by Private interment at Penrith Cemetery. Family flowers only, but if desired donations in memory of Colin for Mission Motorsport, may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR

Funeral details re the late Joan Whitfield:WHITFIELD: Peacefully, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Thursday, 31...
06/08/2025

Funeral details re the late Joan Whitfield:
WHITFIELD: Peacefully, at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, on Thursday, 31st July, Joan Enid of Ivegill, dearly loved wife of the late Allan, loving mother of Carolyn, Chris and Nicholas, dearest mother-in-law, nana and great-nana Joan. Aged 87 years. Service and interment at Christ Church, Ivegill on Wednesday, 13th August at 2.00 pm. Family flowers only, if desired, donations in memory of Joan which will be divided between Pride of Cumbria Air Ambulance and Parkinson's UK may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR.

Funeral details re the late Robin Wilkinson:WILKINSON: Peacefully, at Inglewood Care Home, Carlisle on Tuesday, 29th Jul...
06/08/2025

Funeral details re the late Robin Wilkinson:
WILKINSON: Peacefully, at Inglewood Care Home, Carlisle on Tuesday, 29th July, Robin of Culgaith, husband of Hazel, dad of Fiona and Ivan, granda of Laura and Yasmine and brother of Joyce. Aged 77 years. Service at Christ Church, Penrith on Friday, 15th August at 11.00 am followed by interment at Penrith Cemetery. Family flowers only, if desired, donations in memory of Robin for British Heart Foundation may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith,
CA11 8HR.

Funeral details re the late David Hunter:HUNTER: Peacefully, on Thursday, 31st July, surrounded by his loving family, Da...
06/08/2025

Funeral details re the late David Hunter:
HUNTER: Peacefully, on Thursday, 31st July, surrounded by his loving family, David Alan, of Braco near Dunblane, formerly of Watermillock, Penrith, dearly loved husband of Shiela, much loved dad of Peter, cherished grandad of Lois, sadly missed father-in-law of Laura, brother of William and the late Hazel, treasured brother-in-law and uncle. Aged 82 years. Service and interment at All Saints' Church, Watermillock on Friday, 15th August at 2.00 pm. Family flowers only, if desired, donations in memory of David for Watermillock Educational Trust may be sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith,
CA11 8HR.

Funeral details re The late Nicholas John Utting MBE.UTTING: On the 26th July, after a long illness, Nick passed away at...
29/07/2025

Funeral details re The late Nicholas John Utting MBE.

UTTING: On the 26th July, after a long illness, Nick passed away at home, and died with great strength, courage, dignity and humour, aged 76 years. Nick was a dearly loved husband of Margaret, father of Louise, Phillip and Cheryl and father-in-law of Miles, Chris and Martin, stepfather of Tracey and Sharon, stepfather-in-law of Nathan and James and grandfather of ten wonderful grandchildren, Brother of Richard and the late Judith, Uncle of Oliver, Hannah, Rachael, Suzanne and Mark. Nick was a wonderful caring person and friend to so many and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Funeral Service followed by private interment to take place at All Saints' Church, Watermillock on Tuesday 12th August at 1.00pm. Family flowers only but donations in memory of Nick which will be divided between All Saints' Church Watermillock, Hospice at Home Carlisle & North Lakeland, and The Penrith Community Hospital League of Friends may be left at the service or sent to Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR. Donations for Hospice at Home Carlisle & North Lakeland and Penrith Community Hospital League of Friends may also be left via this tribute page

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In modern times, a wake has come to be known as the refreshments served after a funeral service, where the mourners can ...
25/07/2025

In modern times, a wake has come to be known as the refreshments served after a funeral service, where the mourners can share memories of the person who has passed. But have you ever wondered why a gathering for someone who has passed away is called a "wake"? 🤔
The history behind this tradition is more fascinating (and practical!) than you might think.

The term "wake" comes from the Old English word wacian, meaning "to keep watch" or "to be awake." And that's exactly what our ancestors did. For centuries, before the advent of modern medicine, a wake was a vigil held over the body of the deceased, often for several days and nights in the family home.
So why the long watch? There were a few key reasons:

🕰️ To Be Certain: In a time before stethoscopes and ECGs, it was difficult to be 100% sure someone had actually passed away and wasn't in a deep coma. The wake served as a waiting period to ensure there were no signs of life before burial. A slightly spooky but very practical precaution!

🛡️ Protection: The vigil was also about protecting the deceased. In a spiritual sense, mourners would pray for the soul's safe passage to the afterlife and ward off any malevolent spirits. On a more practical level, it guarded the body from animals or even potential body snatchers in later centuries.

❤️ Community Support: The wake was, and still is, a crucial time for the community to come together. Neighbours and friends would visit to offer condolences, share the burden of grief with the family, bring food, and begin the process of collective mourning.
The famous Irish wake is a great example of this, blending solemn prayer with a lively celebration of the person's life through storytelling, music, and feasting.

Todays version of a wake has evolved, but their core purpose remains the same: to honour the person who has gone, to support the living, and to share memories together. It’s a tradition rooted in caution, faith, and the enduring human need for community in times of loss. 🕯️

What traditions help you and your family honour a loved one? Share in the comments. 👇

Funeral details re the late George Charles Tyson.TYSON: Peacefully, at home, in the presence of his loving family, on Mo...
24/07/2025

Funeral details re the late George Charles Tyson.
TYSON: Peacefully, at home, in the presence of his loving family, on Monday 21st July, George, of Penrith. Beloved husband to Barbara, cherished dad to Ross and Sam, loving father-in-law to Lee and Helen, a much-loved grandad to Sophia, Josh, Zac and Bobbi, brother, and a friend to many. Aged 80 years. A service of love and celebration will be held at Eden Valley Crematorium on Wednesday, 20th August, at 2.00pm. Family flowers only please, but donations, if so desired, for Hospice at Home Carlisle & North Lakeland, may be left at the service, made via the link attached or sent c/o Richardsons Funeral Directors, Victoria Road, CA11 8HR. All of George’s loving family would like to thank The Lakes Medical Practice and Hospice at Home Carlisle & North Lakeland, for the care they gave to George.

Rest peacefully, George.

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We had the great honour of assisting a family who are not from the area, who wanted their loved ones ashes scattered in ...
23/07/2025

We had the great honour of assisting a family who are not from the area, who wanted their loved ones ashes scattered in The Lake District, a place that held so many cherished memories for them. It is always a profound honour to help families fulfil these final wishes, ensuring their loved one's are returned to a special place with dignity and respect. We hope it brings the family comfort knowing that they are now at peace, surrounded by the beauty of The Lakes.

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Richardson’s Funeral Directors are an independent family owned local business who have been carefully arranging funerals in Penrith and Cumbria for over 100 years and have records dating back to January 1895. Whilst we have a lot of history we feel we have the right balance on modern approaches blended with traditional values.