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Daphne Joan Champion (7 Dec 1932 - 19 Jul 2022)
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In loving memory of Daphne Champion who sadly passed away on 19th July 2022 in Southend Hospital.
Funeral Service at Basildon Crematorium, on Friday 2nd September at 1pm and afterwards all friends welcome at The Gun, Bowers Gifford. Family flowers only but any donations to The Donkey Sanctuary, of which she was an enthusiastic supporter would be greatly appreciated.
Daphne spent her entire life in Thundersley. Her three homes were within a mile of each other - her childhood home in Rayleigh Road, followed by the cottage she moved into upon marriage to Gerry and finally, their own home, built in 1956. Though, she always enjoyed the family holidays, in particular time spent in Cornwall, she was always happy to be ‘back home’.
Family was everything to Daphne, her love for both John and Joanne and her grandson, Alessandro had no boundaries. Family always included a dog too. From Mickey the cocker spaniel, to the west Highland Terriers, Heidi, Gemma and Jemma. All held a special place in her heart as did her friends. All wildlife visitors (with the exception of snakes!) were also welcomed to the garden and fed. Squirrels waited patiently for biscuits, while the fox had a nightly dinner reservation of 6pm.
A work ethic was important to Daphne. Always in the legal profession, initially for a Solicitors in Southend-on-Sea, before joining Heard and Coleman in Hadleigh where she worked for over twenty five years. In the early 1980’s she joined the Legal Department at Castle Point District Council until her retirement, in 1997.
The overwhelming sentiment is Daphne, was always kind, thoughtful and generous.
She will be sadly missed.
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Jan has fond memories of sleep overs with Joanne whilst being looked after by Daphne
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Happy memories of Christmases and holidays in South West together.
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I will always be grateful to Aunty Daphne for looking after me whilst my Mum went to work in the school holidays and to her and Uncle Gerry for taking me to West Ham speedway. RIP Daffy.
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Dear John, sincere condolences, it’s a pleasure to make this donation to your mother’s favourite charity. God bless. From Brian & Christine
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In loving memory of a lovely lady who will be sadly missed.
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Dear John and Joanne,
Saddened to hear of the loss of your Mum and although I had not seen her for many years, she is someone I hold dear in my heart. It is easy to understand how she became a treasured friend of my Mum, Joan and how our families became close all those years ago.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Stephen Clark
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I have known Daphne since our work days. Simply, she was one of the loveliest people I ever met.
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Daphne will be sadly missed. She was always kind, thoughtful and generous. A dear friend to my mum x
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It was a pleasure to care for you Daphne. Xxx
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My sincere condolences for the loss of your dear mum Daphne. I will miss you dearly, it was a pleasure and honour to care for you. Lots of love Bennita Xxx
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Dear Joanne, a little something to help support your Mum's and your special charity. Much love always Bianca xx
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Dear Joanne, Paul, Alessandro and your brother John,
Sending my heartfelt condolences for the loss of your beautiful Mum, I pray the special memories you have of happier times will bring you all some comfort at this sad time. I believe she is watching you all and smiling with you everyday & sends biggest virtual hugs for your hearts.
Much love Bianca, Conrad & Indie xxx
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So sorry for your huge loss Joanne and John . You were obviously both so well loved by your Mum and had wonderfully happy childhoods. She sounds utterly lovely!
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It gives us great pleasure to mak this small donation to the Donkey Sactuary in memory of Daphne a kind and thoughtful person who loved all animals.
Love Christina & Brian
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Dear " Auntie " Daphne , I ll always remember our shopping trip to Romford & you helped buy me my first dress from Jane Norman . You were always super sweet & kind to me may you rest in eternal peace with "uncle Gerry" .
Joanne & John sorry for your loss . In lieu of flowers . I donate in her memory to the charity for donkeys x
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Daphne bought me a stuffed cat a few years ago, I’ve still got it. Bless her. X
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Dear Joanne, Paul & Alessandro,
So sorry for the sad loss of your Mum & Nanny. We didn't see her often but she always came across as a bubbly caring person when we met her. We know you will miss her greatly.
Sorry this message is late, but we had trouble downloading it onto the site.
Love
Christina & Brian xxx (Mum & Dad in-law & Grandparents)
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Love from Jasmine & Mercedes
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