Shirley

Memories - Jam tarts: Nana can we make something? the children used to say. Mum would reply of course we can - let’s go and wash our hands. The flour came out, all over the floor too, never mind, Nana would say. Nan will sort that out later, she was never fazed about mess. In fact one of her sayings was - it will sort out in the wash. Look what we’ve made mummy, Nana laughing because she had to try these so called jam tarts which were handled so much they resembled grubby little blobs that were tough to eat as the jam had boiled out. The children would ask “ are they nice nana” she would say yes they are delicious. Who’s tasted best - Nan would answer you all did very well! We had many laughs together, she was the type of mother in law who wanted to be involved and played an active part in her grandchildren’s lives. Nan was an inspiration, one that I hope to pass onto my own grandchildren as I know how much pleasure it gives to the grandmother and her grandchildren. Mum was a rock as our children grew up, she always had time for them - not forgetting the chocolates she always had for them in her handbag! Mum & Dad used to come for tea sometimes and look after the children, afterwards Mum always said “ that was nice” which became her catchphrase. Loving memories Shirley

Wendy & David

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Moira

With Love x

Brian Clark

In loving memory of a very dear friend

Will

I’ll never forget the very happy hours spent playing snakes and ladders, dominos and rummy. I couldn’t have asked for a more kind, supportive and loving Nanna. I’ll always cherish those fond memories. Your grandson, Will x

Jen

It was a lovely service today for a lovely lady. When I think of Barbara I think of her amazing ability to always see the positives in any situation and the way she greeted everyone with such warmth and a big smile. Thinking of you all X

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Hannah x

A beautiful gesture from Hannah Green our celebrant.

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Chris Pink

When I think of Nan, the first thing that comes to mind is her amazing generosity. Barbara Pink was generous with everything – her time, her patience, and most of all her kindness. Now I'm an adult, I can appreciate more fully just how patient and kind our Nan really was, even in the face of me, when I was being an annoying little git. When we were growing up, I suppose I thought everyone had a Nan just like Nana Pink. Because it just seemed right and fair and like that was the way it must be. And, while I'm sure there are some truly fantastic Nans out there, I now know one thing for sure: there was, and only ever will be, one Nana Pink. There were lots of things about Nan that made her a very special person. One of those things was her almost total inability to say bad things about anyone else (combined with what seemed like a close to supernatural ability not to swear – and if she ever did swear, she did a damn good job of hiding it!). Another was her incredible handbag: within Nana's bottomless handbag was a treasure trove of anything you'd care to mention, all of which seemed both simultaneously random and absolutely essential – all at the same time. Sometimes, when I'm driving or at work or out on a walk, a thought will arrive in my head, triggered by something I've seen that reminded me of Sundays at Nana and Grandad's. Nana's love for Vienetta. Roast dinners round the table with the family. Looking at her from the garden, stood behind the glass at the sink, smiling back at me as I snuck round the corner to hunt for fossils in the pebbles at the side of the house. I've got fond memories of Nan from recently, too. Her smile when she saw us arrive at Midfield, and her hand on mine the last time we said goodbye. Her face still full of that same love she had always shown us, without exception. A love I know will go on, somewhere, and we'll all carry with us. Goodbye, our lovely, beautiful, kind-hearted soul. You were and always will be the Nan-of-nans, and I will always love and miss you and cherish the time we spent X

Natalie, Nick, Stanley & Violet.X

Nana you will always be in our hearts. I have such special memories of our time together, playing games, picking strawberries, helping to make tea for us all. May I try to share the same love and kindness you have always shown me with Stanley and Violet and all those around me. Rest peacefully. With all our love.X

Maff, Jennie, Audrey and Squirrel

I have lots of great memories of nan, but there's one I've always remembered and always will. I was probably about 10 years old and managed to spill something nasty on nan and grandad's kitchen floor. Most people may have acted in frustration or anger, but I just remember nan calmly telling me 'not to worry', that 'accidents happen', and that 'everything was alright'. This was a small thing, but something that I've always remembered. Nan, in that moment (and in so many others) was always a great example of how to be a human being. Nan, you continue to be a great source of inspiration to me and everyone who's lives you touched. And thanks for all the tea and biscuits! Lot's of love, your grandson, Maff x

Gillian and Valerie

Remembering our Aunt Barbara with love and affection

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Graham and Shirley Pink

It’s hard to express how I feel at this point in time but here goes - Mum was the glue that bonded our family together, she shared our achievements and helped us develop into the people we are today. She adored her grandchildren, and with dad met her four great grandchildren. Mum would go out of her way to help family, friends and neighbours- her quiet words and guidance will be missed. During this last few years Mum has endured the challenge of dealing with dementia with good grace, never complaining. We will all miss her smiles and presence, she will hold a special place in our hearts.

Adrian

To a much loved Mum, Nanny and Great Nanny

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