FAMILIES across the county are mourning the loss of loved ones this week.

Here is a list from our memorial pages of those we have lost. Tributes may be left in the comments section below.

Margaret Shaw

Peacefully at Cumberland infirmary Carlisle on October 11, 2022. Much loved and adored mam of Diana and Rob. Loved and cherished nanna of Lisa and Amie a great-nanna Maggie to Lee James, Stuart and John-Joe, a cherished mother-in-law, sister and friend to many, Maggie will be sadly missed by all. Donations to diabetes UK. Any enquiries to Michael Walsh Tel 01228 514000

Christine Bell 

Suddenly at home on Thursday October 13 2022, Christine aged 55 years. Dearly loved sister of Alison and Nicola. Christine was a special auntie, great-auntie, niece, cousin and friend to many. Funeral service to be held at Carlisle Crematorium on Thursday 27th October at 1pm. All enquiries to Jill Glencross Independent Funeral Directors. Tel: 01228 317373.

Eileen Ruddick 

Peacefully at home, Hazelgill, Croglin on October 16, aged 82 years. Beloved wife of the late Joseph William Ruddick, dearly loved mam of Caroline, Trevor and Christopher, loved mother-in-law of Harvey, Jane, and Charisse, cherished nana and great-nana of Joanne, Tracey, Laura, Chezka, Aaron and Paige. Funeral service to be held at Cumwhitton Church on Tuesday 25th October at 11am. Family flowers only please with donations if desired to Eden Valley Hospice. All enquiries to Ian Blair Undertaker 016977 41741

Bill Johnstone 

Peacefully at the Cumberland Infirmary on Thursday 13th October 2022, aged 89 years. Beloved husband of the late Rita, dear dad to Mark, Neil and Craig, father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. Funeral service to be held at Carlisle Crematorium on Friday 28th October at 12.20pm. Family flowers only. All enquiries to Walkers Funeral Directors tel 01228 515650.

Avrille Ruddick 

Peacefully at the Cumberland Infirmary on the October 12, aged 81 years. Beloved wife of the late Colling, much loved mam of Karen and Amanda. A dear mother-in-law and sister. A cherished nana and great-nana (nana A). Funeral service to be held at Carlisle Crematorium on Tuesday 25th October at 1:40pm. All enquiries to George Hudson & Sons Funeral Directors. Tel:01228521913

Mary Norman 

Peacefully on Friday, October 14 at Greenlane House Care Home, aged 102 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Tom, loving mum of Margaret and Michael, dear mum-in-law of Barry and Lesley. A very loving nana to Sophie, John and Lydia, Tom and Kate plus an amazing great-nana to Tia, Erika, Kasey, Oliver, Aimee, Kaiden, Emily, Ruby and Benjamin. Funeral Service to be held at Carlisle Crematorium on Thursday 27th October at 11.40 am. All enquiries to George Hudson & Sons.

William Martindale 

Janice and Bill's family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all relatives, friends and neighbours for the cards, flowers, telephone calls and messages of support and sympathy shown at this sad time. A special thank you to Jean Martindale for all the support, special touches and conducting a lovely service, Thanks also to Billy Jardine for the camera work, Iain Bell for piping, Biggarshiels for the horse drawn hearse, Eastriggs social club and Joe's shop for the venue and food. Finally J & A Hodgson Independent Funeral Directors for their services and support too. You all helped make the day perfect and just what Bill wanted.

Clara Finkle

Peacefully on Friday, October 14 2022, Clara aged 97 years. A loving wife of the late Raymond, a dear mum, nanna and great-nanna. Funeral service to be held at Carlisle Crematorium on Friday 28th October at 2:20pm. Family flowers only please donations in lieu of Great North Air Ambulance. All enquiries to George Hudson & Sons Funeral Directors. Tel:01228 521913. 

To read more of this week's death notices, visit www.newsandstar.co.uk/memorials

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