Happy Birthday Mum/Nanna
Even though you aren't with us to celebrate your birthday, you are with us all in heart, soul and thoughts. On this special day we raise a glass together, toasting your incredible life and the memories and family you leave behind.
We feel your presence daily, and know you are up there watching over us all.
Love you to the stars xxxxx
Andy, Laura & Girls
12th July 2024
To my dearest and best friend Jenny,
Words cannot express the depth of sorrow I feel at your passing.
We shared so many wonderful moments together in the late 50’s and early 60’s, living directly opposite each other in Hyde Meadows, attending Bovingdon Primary, and even Sunday school together. We were always knocking on each other’s door, hoping we could play together. Your mum would invite me in and offer me a cup of tea while I was waiting for you to get ready: I usually settled for a warm orange squash served in a china tea cup - it always made me feel special. I remember on one Sunday afternoon, going for a cycle ride with you to Ley Hill. Just as we were thinking of returning home, you fell off your bike - I think you came down the hill too quickly! I started to panic as you were sprawled out on the road but you just got up, dusted yourself down and got back on your bike. We cycled home and you never complained once. You didn’t go to school the next day. Apparently, your mum wasn’t happy with the pain you had in your arm (which you hadn’t told me about) and decided to get you checked out. You had broken your clavicle! Even back then you showed a very soft exterior but had an incredible interior strength.
Although our lives followed different paths, we never lost touch for too long. I cherished our occasional meet-ups in various locations, catching up on our latest ventures and sharing stories of our growing families.
I was heartbroken when you shared your news, and I wish I could have shouldered some of your pain. Your strength and courage throughout your battle with cancer were truly inspiring. Even in the toughest times, your spirit remained unbroken.
You had a unique gift for making everyone around you feel loved and valued. Your kindness, compassion, and zest for life were infectious, and I feel incredibly grateful to have had you as a friend.
Though you may no longer be with us, your memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved you. I will cherish the memories we've shared.
Rest in peace, Jenny. You will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
With love and fond memories,
Sally
25th April 2024
In memory of a very dear friend.
Shortly after we moved to Harpenden, Jenny knocked on our door. We where neighbours and soon became close friends. We both had young children at school and husbands working abroad. We enjoyed each others company.
I have lost a dear friend.
After we moved from Harpenden, we kept in touch. We have truly enjoyed Jenny and Barry visiting us in Norway several times. We are thankful for all the golden memories.
Rest in peace dearest Jenny.
Astrid and Johannes
Astrid and Johannes Osmundsen
25th April 2024