Blondell Alice Shaw (10 Sep 1960 - 4 Oct 2022)

I have been trying to find the right words (more your area than mine to be honest!) but have been struggling. I don’t think anything can express sufficiently the friendship that we have had over the past 30+ years. Miss you so dearly. Our evenings together putting the worlds to right over a glass or three, my cuddles with Virgil, your trips to Suffolk and your beaming smile. Will treasure those memories forever. RIP my lovely xxx

Blondell, little sis to my dear friend Kathy. Whether we were out playing as children or going ‘out out’ as we got older, she was never far from her big sister. A sisterly bond made even closer when you lost your lovely mum xx

Kathy, I hope you are able take comfort from reading the wonderful and heartfelt comments of Blondell’s friends. Lots of love, Gill xxx

Someone so special can never be forgotten, I will miss seeing you and Virgil on your walks

Blondell, was such great fun to work with, always professional and always wanting to put the client first. Her thirst for wanting to learn and improve her knowledge was something I will always remember about her. I miss our chats loads.

Blondell was one of my mum’s best mates, and when I was growing up Blondell was like an aunt to me. She treated me like family.

I haven’t seen Blondell for a long time, but I was so sad to hear about her passing. She meant the world to my mum and her group of friends, and will be sadly missed. My condolences to her friends and family.

A light has truly gone out in the world. Blondell was bubbly and funny; and also wise and clever. So generous with her time and energy. We will miss you Blondell.

Dearest Blondell, we met at Metro Central Heights, you were one of the first neighbours that I became friends with, when I approached you to ask if I pet Virgil. Your immediate warmth and generosity made me feel so welcome, and we struck up an instantaneous friendship. Over the years I got to know you better, walks in the park by Imperial War Museum, a glass of wine, and dinner in your lovely flat. You understood my need to have little furries in my life and always let me walk and play with Virgil, which was such a gift. You were an inspiration to me, in your work ethic, personal conduct, and how you treated people with respect and kindness. You made me laugh with your frank and dry humour and turn of phrase. Not much ever got you down, you were always positive and exuded strength, even when I know there were some dificult times. You were there with good advice. There are few like you my friend, and your departure from this world leaves a big hole. I will miss you greatly. Rest in peace, beautiful lady. Love, Helen xxx

Dear Blondell,

Our lovely, lovely neighbour. You made us understand what it’s like to live in a community. We will miss bumping into you for long chats, your cakes left on our doorstop and glasses of wine on school nights. We loved you and you’ve left a huge hole in this south London community.

Alanna & Alice

This news is so very sad. I will hold dear my memories of Blondell and I sitting in the courtyard during the warm weather in the lockdown, drinking prosecco and discussing politics, dogs and all life’s foibles. She never minded when I swore and taught me her wisdom. I will be forever grateful she was in my life. Bless u dear Blondell and know that Virgil will be loved. Xxx