Nicholas Grealy (9 Aug 1944 - 2 Jan 2025)

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Location
St Barnabas Church Ranmore Dorking RH5 6SP
Date
30th Jan 2025
Time
11.30am
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Location
Rialto Lounge 33 South St Dorking RH4 2JZ
Date
30th Jan 2025
Time
1pm

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In loving memory of Nicholas Grealy, who sadly passed away on January 2nd, 2025, at the age of 80, in St. Catherine's Hospice in Crawley. He had fought a long battle with cancer throughout much of the past year. Thankfully, he passed away peacefully and without pain, just as he had wished. Nicholas will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
Nicholas was a truly unique and colourful character. He was a gentleman in every sense, and his warm heart touched the lives of many. Known for his kindness, generosity, and a constant willingness to help, Nicholas built deep connections with those around him. He was not only intelligent but also had a brilliant sense of humour that brightened any room. His passion for art, culture, and his faith guided him throughout his life, leading him down a myriad of interesting paths and fostering lifelong friendships. His boundless energy and enthusiasm will remain with us forever.
Nicholas' life was not without its struggles, but his family and close friends were always by his side, offering support and love through every hardship. In his career as a Social Worker, Nicholas met the love of his life, June. His devotion to her, especially through the challenges of her battle with Alzheimer's, was truly remarkable. His unwavering love and patience remained until her final breath, and we take comfort in knowing that they are together again now. Nicholas also held his stepchildren—Jody, David, and Katie—and his grandchildren—Joseph, Jessica, Syrenna, and Ryan—dear to his heart. His absence will leave a great void in our lives.
We invite you to join us in celebrating Nicholas' life during the church service, where we will remember and honour his memory. In the meantime, please share your photos and memories with us on this website, which we will incorporate into the service. We also aim to stream the funeral for those unable to attend, with further details to follow.

Funeral details:
Live streaming - for those unable to attend in person, you can follow the church service here:
https://www.uk-funeral-livestreaming.co.uk/nicholas-grealy-funeral-live-stream

Flowers:
Nicholas had a great love for flowers, so feel free to send flowers. But we also ask that everyone bring ONE flower that can be placed by his photo in the church. We will provide extra flowers for those who do not get this message.

Other information:
Regarding attire, he would have appreciated everyone dressing smartly and respectfully.
Most importantly, bring your humour and memories as we celebrate the life of this extraordinary man.

Wake:
After the church service we will be holding a wake at restaurant Rialto, 33 South Street, Dorking, Surrey RH4 2JZ From approx 13:00 where we will toast (with lots of bubbles of course) and share our stories and celebrate his life.

Contact: If you have any questions or would like to contact us:
Joanne (alias Jody) Thomson, Maerten van Heemskerckstraat 75, 2021 ZH Haarlem, The Netherlands. Tel: 00 31 651814602
Kate Waldron, September Cottage, 8 Buckingham Road, South Holmwood, Surrey RH5 4LB Tel: 01306 882468

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Clare Budd donated in memory of Nicholas

Nicholas will be sadly missed at Victoria Terrace. R I P

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Julia Redfern donated in memory of Nicholas

Remembering a kind and thoughtful man.

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Maura Lowe donated £50 in memory of Nicholas

Rest in peace Nicholas
Maura & Emmeline Lowe

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Howard Hills donated £40 in memory of Nicholas

Thank you Nicholas.

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Stephanie Kingham donated in memory of Nicholas

In memory of a lovely man.

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Heather Hendry donated £30 in memory of Nicholas

Nicholas, your cheery face and great kindness will be sadly missed, particularly on the book stall at St Barnabas!

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Phil Smith donated £50 in memory of Nicholas

In memory of Nicholas from Phil & Jenny

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Emma Crayton donated £50 in memory of Nicholas

Nicholas, you were such a lovely man. Sleep well.

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Anne Brown donated in memory of Nicholas

I didn’t know you for very long but we always laughed together and you will not be forgotten. X

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Julie Wadham donated in memory of Nicholas

Nikola was so kind and friendly. I have very fondmemories you will be truly missed.

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Prue Alvert donated £20 in memory of Nicholas

Ann Stone asked me to make a donation in memory of Nicholas.

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Anne Stone wrote

Anne has asked me donate £3O. to St Catherine’s Hospice. In deepest sympathy for all his help and support with her husband Alistair Stone

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Maureen Chubb donated in memory of Nicholas

Nicholas was always so friendly, kind and helpful and his love and knowledge of art and artists incredible!

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Canon Peter Bruinvels wrote

Nicholas was a good friend and a great encourager to me when we served together on Dorking Deanery Synod. He gave me wise advice and we worked together as fellow Christians.
When the vacancy for St Martin’s and St Martin’s arose, we consulted each other and were of the same mind as we worked out the kind of person we needed as our new Incumbent. We supported each other and both felt that we should have a long term appointment and when Anthony was ‘found’ - we were both delighted.
Nicholas will be greatly missed by both PCCs and Church Congregations. Smartly dressed and good humoured, I will always remember his smile; his kindness and his positivity when faced with this illness. I really admired his spirit.
May Nicholas now Rest in Peace and Rise in Glory
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