This afternoon we buried our mother.
Jackie photographed
the 11th century Norman church interior with its 14th century wall painting,
and its weathered gravestones outside. Becky can be seen in the first image.
Mum and Dad are united in the newer Catherington cemetery, where
Jackie photographed the floral tributes.
As always at funerals we met and reminisced with friends and relatives some of whom we had not seen for years, over such a finger food buffet at The Farmer Home as to dismiss any need for further sustenance this evening.
May your Mother rest in peace – and may you all find solace in memories of her as they come to you over time. She is gone, but not forgotten.
Thank you so much, Anne
I am so glad the weather was so unseasonably good today
What a beautiful order of service, and a very lovely service itself – and music – too.
It ts a wonderful header image, and the flowers are so very pretty.
Very best wishes to you both, and your family
Thank you so much from us all, Emma
Your parents were smiling down on you today, as they’ve always done. A beautiful place to see your mum off.
Thank you, Jackie, for taking these pictures for us.
Thank you so much from us both, GP
Ohhhh Derrick. My heart goes out to you and your family during this emotional time. Blessings to you all! ❤️❤️❤️
Thanks very much, De XX
My heart is with you, too. I am happy the weather cooperated and you were able to have a memorable service. Your mum was a very special lady!
Thank you so much, Jan. We couldn’t have had a better day – all round
May her memory be a blessing, Derrick. 💙 Such a beautiful, ancient church, and a fitting tribute to your mother.
You are right that such moments are often special times to reminisce with family and friends.
Thank you very much, Merril. You would know X
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What a beautiful place for a service! Glad the weather was good. And such a pretty floral/bird design on the handout. Would love to read your tribute to her, if you are so inclined to share it. If not, then perfectly understandable. Again, so sorry for your loss. No matter how old we are or how old our parents are when they pass, it leaves such a hole in the family. How they are missed! So many things I would like to ask my mother, but she is not here to answer my questions.
Thank you very much, Laurie. I didn’t write anything – all from the heart addressing family and friends I knew well enough to be totally relaxed. I was able to link my memories to members of the congregation, beginning with Little Jean Hunter, not much older than little Ella, taking a lighted candle up to bed in her home with no artificial light; and one month before she died, once again little, Jean Knight, conversing with her great granddaughter on an IT thingy. Thereafter you will have been familiar with other examples from the blog. And, of course, when I sat down, I thought of what I hadn’t included.
What a lovely and loving tribute. My condolences on your loss. Best, Babsje
Thank you very much, Babsje
You’re welcome. Take care!
The service must have been lovely and in such a beautiful church. I hope it’s a comfort that your mum and dad are now together.
Thank you very much, Liz. It was, indeed
You’re welcome, Derrick.
A perfect autumn day and a beautiful setting. The opportunity to celebrate a long life well lived. Thinking of you and your lovely family, Derrick. Many memories to share x
Thank you so much, Sandra X
Thoughts and prayers to you and Jackie, as well as all of your family. I am sure you Mum would have appreciated the lovely setting for her service – as well as seeing you all gather afterward, visiting and reminiscing. As always, Jackie did a wonderful job in taking these photos as a keepsake for you. 💞
Thank you so much from us both, AnneMarie X
You gave your mother a beautiful send off Derrick. Sending you all my love 💖 x
Thank you so much, June XX
Your mother was an extraordinary woman who left a legacy and memories to cherish. May she rest in peace and may her name be a blessing for all her descendants.
Thank you very much, Dolly
You are very welcome, Derrick.
It is extremely sad. She left behind her fine descendants. She is your mother and proof that life is eternal. The Church and the cemetery are beautiful. My sincere condolences.
What a lovely service! I’m sure it was a celebration of her long life and memorable for all the attendees.
Thank you very much, Sheree
May God bless your family and hold you close. A hug for you both, Derrick. 🙏🏻🇬🇧✝️
Thank you very much, John
RIP Jean Knight. An amazing woman, from all you’ve shared with us Derrick <3
Thank you so much, Donna x
It looks like as good funeral as it can be.
That is how it was. The priest, an ex Royal Navy man was so very sensitive and thorough – the only one I have ever experienced who really absorbed the information given and spoke so well about someone he did not know. Thank you very much, Sylvie
This myst have been soothing
The flowers are beautiful. I imagine with your extended family together there were many, many fond memories shared. I was glad to read that she is reunited with your father – it was lovely to see their pictures together on the order of service.
RIP beautiful Jean Knight! I’m so glad I got to know you through your son’s WP blog. You brought joy into my life. 🙂
What a beautiful day and place to celebrate your Mum’s life, Derrick.
My continued condolences, prayers, and love to you, Jackie, and all of your family and friends. <3
(((HUGS)))
Thank you very much from us all, Carolyn
What a beautiful service. Thank you so much for sharing the day with us, Derrick. I’ll always remember your Mum’s sweet smile.
And thank you for this, Jill
The order of service is beautiful and the music uplifting. A lot of thought and love has gone into the planning. I imagine you did the artwork on the front cover. It must have been an emotional day for you all but comforting to know that she passed peacefully and is now at rest with your father.
Thank you very much, Gwen. Actually Danni chose the artwork X
Oh, hugs to you all. I am sure you are just exhausted. You did a beautiful job – such a lovely tribute to a wonderful, beloved woman. Drink plenty of water. Take a few quiet days to relax and reflect. I am sure your mum will rest easy with the knowledge of all the love that surrounds her. xo
Thank you so much, Jodie X
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What a beautiful service, and thank you for sharing the order of service with us. After seeing the beautiful Norman church I closed my eyes and visualised the Lord’s Prayer being said, the vicar’s address, the poem She is gone, the music and the hymn Amazing Grace.
Thank you for allowing us to take part in the celebration of your mother’s life.
Rest well, Mrs Knight.
Very many thanks, Sue X
May she rest in peace <3
Thank you very much, Rosaliene X
Such a beautiful photo of your Mum. Her spirit shined through to the end, and it’s wonderful that you were able to enjoy a farewell day of beauty. The church is gorgeous, and I smiled to see the Lord’s Prayer printed in Roman form. Tradition can be quite a support in such times.
Thank you very much, Linda
A true lovely sendoff for your equally lovely Mum. I love the pictures and the church. Hope the beauty brings you solace in the coming days.
Thank you very much, Pat
Sincere condolences to you and family. May her memory sustain you.
Thank you very much, Holly
Take care dear Derrick, thinking of you and yours.
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Beautiful church and flower arrangements. Sorry for you loss again on this sad day.
Thank you very much, Mrs W.
Your welcome.
Thinking of you both and the family as you say goodbye. What a beautiful send off 💐
Thank you very much Val X
Thank you for sharing this beautiful, yet sad goodbye with us. I like the wreath with the bird on the cover of the service bulletin and “You Raise Me Up.” Sending peace and comfort to you and your family.
Many thanks, JoAnna
I join you in your sorrow as you say goodbye to your mother, Derrick. I am honored to come to know Jean through your blog. I miss her, too. She was an amazing person. Thoughts and prayers are with you and Jackie, and your family.
Thank you so much from us all, Lavinia
Thinking of you. That was such a lovely send off. You look after yourself.
Thank you so much, Gary
Thinking of you today – on Tuesday next we will be burying the last of the last generation here – my aunt who was One hundred last year.
Thank you so much, John. I will think of you then
A glorious venue to celebrate your mother’s life Derrick .. R.I.P. Jean ..
Thank you very much, Ivor
That beautiful, serene resting place could have been from centuries ago, lending a timeless aura to the parting of your Mum who herself was a timeless persona. May she rest in peace.
Thank you so much, Uma
It is a gorgeous place. So sorry for your loss but happy for the wonderful genes I hope you’ve inherited from your mother. 99. Amazing.
Thank you very much, Judy
A lovely send off and resting place for your dear mother. I’m sure she is smiling like she is in the picture.
Thank you so much, Sherry
My condolences for the loss of your mother. She seemed a very nice lady. And what a lovelychurch and graveyard. She could not have had her funeral at a more beautiful place.
It was a perfect day and location, John. Thank you very much
A beautiful setting, surrounded by friends and loved ones, must have helped to ease sadness. Thinking of you and your family, Derrick.
Thank you so much, Laurie
A beautiful order of service. The church reminds me of a church in Maitland City, west of Newcastle NSW. Gorgeous inside and out.
How long ago did your Father died? It’s always sad yet comforting knowing that our parents are finally together again. My Dad died 10 years to the month after my mum past.
Dad died 34 years ago. It is part of the priest’s sensitivity that he wove that into his graveside prayers. Thanks very much, Chrissy
May her soul rest in eternal peace.
Thank you very much, Arlene
a beautiful service, Derrick. Jackie photographed well these beautiful mementos of your Mum. May her soul rest in peace.
Thank you very much from us both, Lola.
Thinking of you and your family, Derrick.
Many thanks, Barbara.
This is so beautiful Derrick.
Thank you very much, Flower
A beautiful service, Derrick. Your Mum is with your Dad now and may they always rest in peace.
Thank you so much, Eugi
My deepest condolences Derrick — having lost my Mum in 2012, I feel for you & your family.
Thank you very much, Kim
From her ever-cheerful presence on your blog, I have always felt your mother was a special person. It’s a sad time, and our thoughts are with you and your family.
Thanks very much, Quercus
Hope you both received and gave lots of hugs.
Indeed we did, Widders. Thanks a lot
An amazing service for an amazing and lovely woman 💕
May she Rest In Peace! 💕
Thank you so much, Ribana
A beautiful tribute to a wonderful mother.
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Thank you very much, Melanie X
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May your mother rest in peace. Funerals are such an appropriate time for sharing memories. I hope you found solace in sharing those memories
Yes, indeed. Thank you very much, Geetha.
Sorry to hear about your mother, Derrick. So nice that you were able to have a funeral. My sisters and I waited close to a year before we could have a celebration of my Dad’s life. Funerals really help to bring closure and be able to share stories with family and friends.
Thank you very much, Carol. That was a long wait. We were lucky ours was barely a month