Kayleigh Angus (18 Aug 1986 - 19 Jan 2024)

Beautiful, caring lady

On behalf of 17 RLC Officers’ Mess we wish to express our deepest condolences for a clearly remarkable lady.

Matt , Mark and I would like to thank everybody for their kind words, messages, flowers and cards following the sad passing of our Kayleigh and to everyone who helped celebrate her life on Monday 19th February, another truly tough day for us all.
.We were overwhelmed and extremely grateful to everyone that attended.

We would also like to thank you for your donations to our two chosen charities, a wonderful amount which Kayleigh would have been so proud of.

Many, Many thanks and love to you all
Tina, Mark and Matt xxx

Kayliegh, what a Ray of sunshine you have been to so many. As so many have said, you were so effortlessly selfless. The empathy you had for others while you had your own fight to deal with is inspirational. You were determined to not let your illness define you. Nothing could define you because you were so unbelievably strong and courageous. I remember in college you came up to me and said "sorry I stare at you all the time on the bus, I just wish I looked like you". I laughed so hard. I said "Are you serious? Have you seen yourself? I'd do anything to look like you, you are naturally beautiful". From that moment on we would always shower each other in compliments every time we saw each other and without knowing it, empowered each other. Being surrounded by your kindness, positivity and your gentle soul always influenced me to try be a better person. I couldn't believe that one girl could have it all, the looks, the beautiful soul, the intelligence and humour that would make your face ache with laughter but you effortlessly had it all. To watch you build this incredible family, was no surprise because of who you are. You knew your worth and you knew what you wanted for your family. The girls are such a credit to you both, you have done a fantastic job being their mummy. If I become even half the mother you have been to your girls I will be so proud. Thank you for sending me little gifts and cards to show you care and your words were such a comfort, even when you had so much to contend with yourself, I will cherish them forever. I will miss your smiley beautiful face, I will hold tight all the memories and conversations we had. You are one in a million, shine bright beautiful girl, you will never be forgotten. We all love you so much.

Kay, where do I start. I remember when I first met you not lo g after you moved in across the street from me. It was summer and we were both wearing crop tops. You asked me where my scar was from, we exchanged stories from the illness we had both endured as children. We became so close and would do everything together. Then when I was hit with my relapse you were there to hold my hand, make me cheese and marmite squares as I had trouble eating. Even in my darkest days you still made me smile, that has always been your special power.
I always remember the holiday we had with my mum and siblings in Chichester. You chatted up the grass man Just so you could ride the sit on mower. You got your way and you smiled like the Cheshire cat 😸.
Then we both worked at the butchers after I had recovered, the fun we had and the pranks we would pull. Never a dull moment.
As we grew older and our lives took us in separate directions we still remained good friends even though we didn't see each other as much as I would have liked, when ever we did meet again it was like I saw you only yesterday. I have loved watching you grow into an amazing woman, wife and mum. Your girls are a credit to both you and Matt. Seeing them was like seeing 2 mini kayleighs ❤️. You will always hold a special place in my heart and I will cherish the memories and hold them tight. I am so sorry this has happened to you, it's not fair and it's really not right. Matt the girls and your family have done you proud. Your one very special lady to so many people. Your sorely missed and loved so much by so many. Fly high angel, until we meet again, love you xxx

In memory of a beloved friend who grew her wings far to early. The world is a much darker place without her in it. Sleep tight kay, your sorely missed and loved so much by so many people. Thank you for being a part of my life. I will Cherish the memories and never forget you xxx

In memory of a beloved friend who grew her wings far to early. The world is a much darker place without her in it. Sleep tight kay, your sorely missed and loved so much by so many people. Thank you for being a part of my life. I will Cherish the memories and never forget you xxx

My dearest friend Kayleigh, you have been my friend almost my entire life and saying goodbye to you today was one of the hardest days of my life. Your family did you proud with the most beautiful service.
The memories I have of you with be with me forever. From playing in the back alley and being spice girls in the playground, announcing with joy the your baby sister hannah been born and bringing me round to see her, singing in your room whilst you play the saxophone, to painting faces and doing glitter tattoos at the girls birthday parties and getting absolutely caked in mud and laughing through the pretty muddy.
Just a few of the thousands of memories I will cherish forever.
You were without a doubt beautiful inside and out and lit up a room without even trying. You will always have a special place in my heart and I will miss you forever.
Sleep tight my beautiful Kayleigh 🌼

Sorry it has taken so long K.
It is the hardest thing to write your thoughts when someone has the kind of energy you do, it's too enormous to put down into words but this is for Madison and Lainey to look back on so I'll try my very best as they're your world.
You're the most selfless, beautiful human, you were naturally caring, you had a heart of gold, you were full of light, pure sunshine, I could introduce you to anyone and they instantly loved you!
You were just yourself and that made me be myself, you always put me at ease.
You've had my back since 2002, studying Performing Arts, I didn't know anyone starting the course but you took me under your wing, we loved watching shows & performing ourselves, we had an absolute blast together, our poor tutor Vincent and that Backstreet Boys song 🤣 as always you had my back! I could watch you all day, your energy was enchanting.
Oh to see those college videos now!
I remember we thought we were the next best girl band. You left Performing Arts to start working and I went to study Travel & Tourism.
We had a few nights out & birthday's but lost touch until you later found me on social media (Facebook) I was pregnant with Layla & you were expecting Lainey in the February. Life again showing us to lean on each other but you were such a natural Mummy, just perfection, you made it look effortless. You gave me so much advice and just grew this confidence in me.
I was alone in hospital willing for Layla to make it back to me & you were keeping my mindset positive, praying for Layla, I told you I thought I was developing anxiety and you eased me as you always do.
So many can show up for the good times, you showed up in my darkest moments & that was everything. I'll never forget that K. I bought my apartment and you came over with the most gorgeous flowers and we sat for ages chatting with our girls playing. It was all new to me and you gave me so much advice.
You had my back in college & even more so throughout motherhood, my cheerleader in life, supporting me, giving me advice, wishing nothing but the best for me.
Then the night came when we lost Georgi & it turned out Georgi was Madison's favourite nursery teacher.
Life again showing us to lean on each other.
We decided to host Georgi a festival for what would have been her birthday & you found us a DJ (thank you Dan) to play after the artists had been on.
I even convinced you to sing.
Madison & Lainey did a duet too. A song from Frozen if I remember correctly.
It warmed our hearts to see our 4 girls on stage together like we used to be at college. It had gone from us, to them, showing everyone their moves!
You were so happy for me, nothing but encouragement always.
We were always trying to coordinate play dates or a cuppa. You were always messaging or singing my praise on Facebook.
Some paths are destined to cross and I am so grateful our paths were forever crossing.
Life again surprised us at Neil's Nan's house, we turned up & you were already there, Neil went in first & I just heard you say 'Hello you, what are you doing here?' in your joyful tone & instantly knew it was you before I walked in. You'd just swapped patients to help out at work but how lovely that it was you there, caring for her, checking her poorly leg.
You told us that you'd secured a new job with Marie Curie and so you were leaving this job and you were so excited. I was so pleased for you, how incredible you are that you wanted to bring everyone the care & joy they deserved at the end of their lives.
Neil's Uncle Barry turned up and you knew him too, you told us all a funny story about his son's when you were younger and we all laughed, you were the light in the room as always my lovely!
Forever proud of the many people you've cared for with the same love you'd show your own.
After the covid lockdown I started my teepee business & you shared it, booked them, shared again, booked again, forever my cheerleader. You loved the little details and surprising your girls.
I booked to go to Ibiza and so did you, you were filling me in on what to pack. Tea bags, obviously 🤣
My heart wasn't ready to hear what you said. I hope I showed up in the darkness enough, like you showed up in mine, I'm always here, we'd say. I'm still always here K.
My first day back after this Christmas I handed my notice into the school, I wanted to be able to pop in instead of working 7 days with my Teepee's business too, I wanted to be able to make memories how little or big was completely up to you. You were teaching us all to be present, life was too short. You slipped away too soon, it's broken me but no one deserves to be free of pain more than you my lovely.
You've never asked me for anything but you asked me for something & I promise I'm trying so hard 🤍
You took a piece of me with you but that's ok, I know that you'll keep it safe.
My songbird, my warrior, the best Mummy, the strongest person I know.
I haven't seen strength like it.
Your love for your girls is enormous! They were your driving force to keep going. Fueled by love for them.
You're so incredibly brave my lovely.
Forever heartbroken you're gone, forever grateful for you and forever proud of you.
Rest easy beautiful, love you always, your Ali Baba x

Rest well my beautiful cousin ❤️

To our wonderful neighbour Kayleigh, you were so lovely and kind. I am so sorry you have been taken too soon. Thinking of you, Matt, Madison and Lainey Always. Happy Dreams. xx

In living memory of Kayleigh love Nicky and Bob

In loving memory of Kayleigh from Nicky and Bob

So many people love, appreciate and admire you, for not only being yourself but for the impact you have had on others. For myself, I will be forever grateful to you for being my first warm welcome to my new workplace, turning into my first friend and what lead into partner in crime.
Everyone knows that a place of work can feel like home, but I truly feel you contributed towards the saying that ‘sometimes, home is a person’. You had my back always and I yours.
Taking lunch breaks together, taking many selfies together and telling each other off for picking our skin was an often occurrence. The secrets we shared, one in particular I shared with you, you being the only person who knew and went above and beyond to help keep the secret! The laughter we shared, all of these fond memories I’ll be forever grateful for..
One memory in particular, I think of you every single Valentine’s Day, as I came to work and entered the office one day to find a cupcake you’d left me with a handwritten note around it , a love heart with K.A & K.S written inside. A photo I come across every 14th of February. Your kind and thoughtful gestures haven’t gone unnoticed.
I am so, so sad to say we hadn’t spoken in a few years. People are in our lives, sometimes for a short amount of time, sometimes forever, until the purpose is served. I feel so gutted that ours wasn’t longer, for whatever reason that may be.
I reached out not so long ago, not knowing what was going on in your life and recently, I’ve wished I had reached out sooner.
I’ve thought, what would I say to you if I had the chance, but the reality is, I feel comfort knowing that so many people around you have shared with you your many positive attributes, the positive impact you’ve had on so many people’s lives and how special and loved you are. I wish I could have shared these things with you, however I feel grateful and feel comfort knowing your family and friends would have reminded you of this, daily, probably even hourly!
Thank you for being you ♥️

Thinking of your family and friends and sending love and positive vibes through this time.

I hope Madison and Lainey find some comfort reading everyone’s love in years to come.

We used to call each other Thing 1 & Thing 2, I’ll always remember this and laugh.

Love from Thing 2 ♥️

Sending my sincere condolences to all of you at this very sad time. Sleep peacefully beautiful Kayleigh….and may your memory live on in everybody’s hearts forever more. xx