Elaine Grant (8 Jul 1959 - 15 Sep 2023)

Happy New Year Mum xxx

My Eulogy tribute to you Mum;

As a family we're still so numb by mums passing but with heavy hearts we're here today to remember and celebrate our mum Elaine and everything she did for all of us.

Growing up in the midlands in Coventry mum had a passion for dancing that started when she was little. She was a dancing star, winning numerous competitions and lighting up every stage that she graced.

She was always smiling with a passion for life and for movement which she passed on to me and my brother as we grew up.

Convincing the family to move down to the coast, mum wanted us to have the best upbringing by the beach. There wasn't a moment that she wasn't running us around to all of our clubs scouts, athletics and having fun on boats out in the harbour.

You really gave us everything we ever needed.

You always tried to steer us in the right direction. I was the theoretical one and Ash being the practical one, getting upto no good but you loved us both for who we were.

Your smile could light up any room and you had a wicked sense of humour often dressing up to raise money for charity and also looking after all of the foreign students we had.

When we were finally old enough to fly the nest mum starting working in a bakery and then as a coach travel rep looking after people on the coaches often going away to Europe working.

Mum was a people person, she loved nothing more than making other people happy.

Mum you always put others first, often going without yourself.

Your unconditional love and compassion to us and your family was a true testament to your selflessness.

The depths of your love were shown throughout your whole life and in your later years through your unwavering dedication to look after your mum and dad, Gloria and Aubrey.

Putting your own health on hold, you'd drive backwards and forwards to the midlands spending all of your holidays and time off looking after nan and pops.

Your heart was always full of love for your mum and dad and it was nothing short of inspiring seeing the lengths you'd go to for others.

As we got older, like all families, we sometimes had our differences but we always tried to muddle through them.

You were stubborn and determined but underneath you had a heart of gold even when faced with your own challenges, your concern was always for others.

Your selflessness has inspired us and is a lesson we'll always carry with us throughout our lives.

We promise to make you proud in everything that we do and promise to always be united as a family.

Mum, you've struggled these last few years but now you're at peace.

You've been taken far too soon and you will be so dearly missed.

Your spirit and love will remain in our hearts forever.

Rest in peace mum.

Now you're back in your Dads arms.

Unforgettable Mum, love always and forever. Gregory, Danielle, Oakley xxx