Ellen Dryden (28 Oct 1938 - 28 Jul 2022)

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Location
St Mary's Church, Banham Church Lane Banham NR16 2HN
Date
9th Sep 2022
Time
3pm
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Location
Diss Corn Hall St Nicholas Street Diss IP22 4LB
Date
9th Sep 2022
Time
4.30pm

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In loving memory of Ellen Dryden who died on 28th July 2022

Our mother was a remarkable woman in so many ways it would be impossible to list them here. The brilliance, passion and commitment of her work speaks for itself, and any visitor to this page will know all about her wit, her kindness and her grace. We miss her very much and are so grateful and proud to have been her children.

Lucy and Jonathan

Katie Casey wrote

One of my favourite memories of your mum was on your hen doo. Brilliantly game, funny and naughty all night. Have the filmic evidence to prove it too x

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Nichola Brunelli wrote

As a family, Ellen accepted us into her life and it changed it for the better. She helped me so much with my own writing and would take me to plays and to London. She was always so interested in our lives and any visit we got to have with her (usually weekly) was a highlight for me. I remember sitting in her kitchen whilst she cooked and I worked on my GCSE English work and she would meticulously read it all and help me improve.
Words can not describe how much she will be missed.

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Jackie Rout wrote

I met Ellen when she was asked to help with a Christmas entertainment at Banham church. I felt that my life was changed by that meeting. She was so wonderful and funny to talk to and we soon became friends. I was delighted when she joined Burgate singers and we shared many happy trips to rehearsals. Love and best wishes to Lucy, Paul, Hope, Jon and Stephen.

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Mark, Georgina & Mia Ratcliffe wrote

It was always such a pleasure to be in Ellen’s company. She was so warm, charming & engaging with many wonderful stories to tell & a gorgeous smile. She was very witty with a twinkle in her eye and so elegant & graceful. Sending our love to Lucy, Paul & Hope, Jon & Stephen and all Ellen’s family & friends. We are sorry we won’t be with you for the funeral.

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Zoe Antoniades wrote

I will always remember Ellen’s kindness - especially the first time I met her and she welcomed me into the rehearsals for A Midsummer Night’s Dream when I randomly rocked up in the middle of the production and she put her arm around me and swept me into a gaggle of fairy extras. Beautiful lady with the best sense of community ❤️❤️❤️

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Kath and Bob Ratcliffe wrote

It was a real privilege to know Ellen. A wonderful, kind and accomplished lady. We cherish the memories of happy family times spent in her company and remember Ellen with great affection. We will miss her tremendously.
Respectfully Bob and Kath.

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Race for Life for Cancer Research with friends and family 💕

Race for Life for Cancer Research with friends and family 💕

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Ellen did the Race for Life with us to support cancer research 💕 and we had a great time xx

Ellen did the Race for Life with us to support cancer research 💕 and we had a great time xx

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Carol Moss wrote

A wonderful lady with a heart of gold . Thank you for all your help . May you rest in peace now

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Valerie Bowerman wrote

Remembering Ellen as a kind and talented lady and a dear family friend.

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