Mum made this dress & cardigan 24 years ago for Hannah, now being worn by Hannah's daughter Karaket! Lovely work mum❤️
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Sonia Stangroom (21 Sep 1938 - 19 Sep 2024)
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Sonia was born in 1938, to Dolly and Fred, she had an older sister June and younger brother Alan, the siblings were always close and enjoyed spending time together. When she was just 18 years old, she married Colin and left with dad to live in Malta where they settled for two years. Tony was born in Malta and when they returned, they continued their family and Jakki, Tracy and Robin were born, all in different places in the UK as mum and dad could not stay in one place for too long!
Mum and dad had a good life together, travelling to as many countries as they could for their holidays, including many visits to stay with Tracy and her family in Australia. Mum never seemed to get used to living without dad although she still bravely flew to Australia on her own just a few years ago.
Mum loved all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and enjoyed the family times spent together, whether it was building sandcastles on the beach or sitting amidst a pile of wrapping paper on Christmas Day, she loved to feel part of the family and watch all the activity going on.
She enjoyed her hobbies of gardening, reading, knitting and her expert sewing gave us many outfits through the years including our wedding dresses.
Sonia was sad to leave her bungalow in Christchurch but found comfort and safety during the last 18 months of her life living in Ashgrove Nursing Home where she was loved and cared for by their amazing team.
She enjoyed her family visiting her and died peacefully knowing that she was surrounded by love.
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In memory of my beloved mum Sonia, may she Rest in Peace.
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Happy day at Bourton on the water
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Jacob ready for his formal ✨ forever in our hearts x
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Donation on behalf of Mum - Rest in peace mum, you will always live on in our hearts and minds. Love Tony xx
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So many fond memories and so much laughter whenever Nanny visited! When we laughed together, it was hard to stop 💕.
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A visit from Tracy in 2003
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Party time September 2023.
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In loving memory of Auntie Sonia. Love David, Sarah, James & Daisy xx
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Aussie family Christmas
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Dave and Mum getting our sea legs!!
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Sonia will be greatly missed, a great mother and mother in law.
So many fond memories that will last a lifetime. RIP.
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In loving memory of mum x
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So comforting to know you are in the arms of Jesus where there is no more sorrow crying or pain. Rev 21
Forever in my heart ❤️
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Each time I met Sonia, I noticed a little twinkle in her eye, she was kind, thoughtful and interested in the Australian way of life on the farm. A lovely Mum and Grandmother it was a pleasure to be with you.
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Mum made this dress & cardigan 24 years ago for Hannah, now being worn by Hannah's daughter Karaket! Lovely work mum❤️
Happy day at Bourton on the water
Jacob ready for his formal ✨ forever in our hearts x
So many fond memories and so much laughter whenever Nanny visited! When we laughed together, it was hard to stop 💕.
A visit from Tracy in 2003
Party time September 2023.
Aussie family Christmas
Dave and Mum getting our sea legs!!
Alan and Sonia
Sonia and Julie
Lydiard Park Hotel
Alan Sonia June
Dolly, Alan,Sonia,June
Playtime at little nans 🩷
Us and nan are rich and Julia's wedding
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