Mary Elizabeth Goldsmith (19 Oct 1933 - 11 May 2023)

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Location
Holy Apostles RC Church 4, Sycamore Drive Swanley, Kent BR8 7AY
Date
7th Jun 2023
Time
11am
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Kemnal Park A20 Sidcup Bypass Chislehurst BR7 6RR
Date
7th Jun 2023
Time
12.30pm

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Birchwood Park Golf & Country Club Birchwood Rd Dartford, Kent DA2 7HJ
Date
7th Jun 2023
Time
2pm

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In loving memory of Mary Elizabeth Goldsmith who sadly passed away on 11th May 2023.

Mary was born 19 October 1933, the youngest of three. Growing up in Blackfen, she left school to work in the Bank of England.

In 1955 Mary married Ron who she had met at a Christmas dance at the Woolwich Poly; they went on to have
three boys and a girl. Whilst the children were growing up, Mary worked as a dinner lady and then for many years as a classroom assistant. The school was a huge part of her life.

Mary & Ron enjoyed hosting students from abroad in the student exchange programme, with one French student going on to be a life-long friend. The money received for hosting paid for the family holidays; usually to the Isle of Wight. They were simple beach holidays, but are fondly remembered by all four children.

Mary, with her sister ran an over 60’s club, summer outings, harvest festivals and Christmas parties were all down to Mary’s sound organisational skills.

Mary’s family has grown to thirteen grandchildren and nineteen great grand children, with another on the way. Mary loved them all dearly and amazingly never missed a birthday.

In 2020, Mary sadly lost her beloved husband of almost sixty five years. Life was never the same again. In 2021 Mary moved from the family home to sheltered housing, soon making new friends and becoming part of the community, who supported her right to the end.

Rest in peace with dad mum;

We love and miss you so much. And always will. xxxx
xxxx

Graham Parfitt donated £20 in memory of Mary

Sad farewell to a lovely lady.

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  • Thank you Graham, & thank you for joining us to say farewell to our lovely mum. x

    Posted by Anne on 19/06/2023 Report abuse
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Mike & Jackie Hart donated in memory of Mary

In loving memory of Auntie Mary - so many happy holidays, charity BBQ's at Rosegarth & Bradbourne House and Christmas' at Rocke House spent together - fond memories of a very dear aunt.

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  • Thank you both for your kind donation & lovely words. X

    Posted by Anne on 19/06/2023 Report abuse
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Steven Howe donated in memory of Mary

With love and fondest memories from the Howe and Smith families

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  • Thank you all so much, mum would have been, and we are very grateful. Love to all xx

    Posted by Anne on 16/06/2023 Report abuse
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Nicky Carey donated £50 in memory of Mary

In loving memory of Mary. Love the Carey Family

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  • Thank so much Nicky & Family. I know mum would be very grateful for your kind donation. xx

    Posted by Anne on 16/06/2023 Report abuse
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John Rooney donated £10 in memory of Mary
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Maureen Goldsmith donated £50 in memory of Mary

Thank you, Mum,Nanna Mary, always in our thoughts love Graham, Maureen, Louise, George, Lilian, Mary, Maggie,George,Angus, Clare,Jim,James,HarryMark,Hazel,Noah,Arlo,
Matt,Stacey,Ruby,
Grace, Jacob, Charlotte,Daisy, Paisley & Tommy.xx

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  • Thank you to all of you. Love to all xx

    Posted by Anne on 16/06/2023 Report abuse
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Stella Baldwin donated £40 in memory of Mary

Lovely lady 🥰

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  • Thank you Stella & Family. X

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Diane Spicer donated in memory of Mary
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Cynthia Pronger donated £10 in memory of Mary

In memory of the lovely Mary, may she rest in peace.

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  • Thank you Cynthia & thank you for being there on the 7th, hugely appreciated. x

    Posted by Anne on 9/06/2023 Report abuse
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Maureen McDermot donated £10 in memory of Mary

In loving memory of a dear friend, Mary.

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  • Thank you Maureen & thanks for being such a lovely friend to mum. X

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Betty Kirkwood donated £40 in memory of Mary

This donation is from Betty and Charlie xxx

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  • Thank you so much Betty & Charlie for your very generous donation. And thank you both very much for being there with us to celebrate our dear mums life. X

    Posted by Anne on 8/06/2023 Report abuse
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