20 - RIP Mum ❤

On 20th June 2022, my mum took her final breath. It was an emotional and difficult day but one surrounded by lots of love. She died peacefully with her 3 kids and husband right by her side.

As you can imagine, things have been difficult since then and I have experienced many emotions. I will write a blog about this because my reaction has been nothing like I imagined. I thought I was prepared, I thought I had already grieved enough given I lost mum way before she died. I was wrong. I will also explain the deterioration and symptoms we saw in mum before the very end. I was definitely curious before I knew, and I assume others in this situation will be, too.

I know I have readers who knew mum personally, so the purpose of this blog is to inform you of the funeral details. Everyone is welcome, old friends and new. I'm looking forward to spending time with those who loved mum and hearing your memories.

• Thursday 14th July 2022

• 12.30pm service at Chanterlands Crematorium, Chanterlands Avenue, Hull, HU5 4EF

• Service to be held in the large chapel

• Wake afterwards from 2pm at Three Crowns, Plimsoll Way, Victoria Dock, Hull, HU9 1PW

• Wear whatever you want

• No flowers please, but there will be a collection for The National Brain Appeal if you would like to show your support

I have so much support from family and friends and I am overwhelmed by the kindness I have received. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for every message, card and gift. I am forever grateful.

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