Munim Alani (27 Feb 1931 - 4 Jun 2025)

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Woodside Cemetery Chapel Manor Road Benfleet. Essex SS7 4PH
Date
21st Jul 2025
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2pm
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In loving memory of Munim Alani, who sadly passed away on 4th June 2025

It’s hard to describe someone as unusual as our dad - playful, brilliant, generous, loving, and always unique. These traits and his trusting nature stayed with him 'til the end, despite the ravages of Alzheimer's that took almost everything else away.

His first thoughts every day were for mum - his darling Jo - and that never changed throughout their 72 years together. She was his first and last love, though family came a very close second.

Mum's loss is hard to comprehend, as she too was diagnosed with Alzheimer's just three weeks after dad, and hadn't recognised him for many years. They were together virtually 24/7 for the the past 50 years. She knows something is wrong and something is missing, but can't work out what it is.

Seeing the progression of Alzheimer's in both has been distressing for family to witness. Memory loss seems minor once the physical effects take hold. Yet dad, who knew us all right to the end, bore the loss of dignity and the onslaught of evermore-frightening symptoms, with serenity and acceptance. He was a remarkable and kind-hearted soul.

Munim is survived by his beloved wife, Josephine; his children, John, Sonia, and Adelene; his grandchildren, Paul, Matthew, Catherine, Robert, and Maya; and his great grandchildren, Lucas, James, and Raphael.

Vicky Eck donated £15 in memory of Munim

Sending lots of love to you and your family x

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After 72 years, dad was still as in love as he was when he first met mum - their meeting was kismet ❤️xxx

After 72 years, dad was still as in love as he was when he first met mum - their meeting was kismet ❤️xxx

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Adelene Alani wrote

Miss you more every day, dad. Hope you and mum are back together so she can keep you in check as you go on more of your mad adventures. Love you forever 💕xxxx

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Stephen Rowan donated £50 in memory of Munim

You will be missed Munim very dearly, rest in peace.

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Catherine Alani donated £60 in memory of Munim

Love you Grandad xx

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Caroline Grove Grove donated in memory of Munim

Sending sympathy and hugs to John Sonia and Adeline and all th Alani familyxx

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  • Thank you Caroline. Love to you and yours. We'll catch up sometime this year? XX

    Posted by John on 19/07/2025 Report abuse
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John Rowan donated in memory of Munim

Rip Munim

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Akorede Ademowo wrote

It pains my heart to learn of your tragic loss; may God rest your spirit in peace. Knowing you was incredible, and how you grinned at every opportunity. May God comfort your family and give your spirit rest.

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Rest in peace dear soul. Your memory will forever be a blessing

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Maureen Headley wrote

My sincere condolences to the Alani's
family.
Munim was a gentle soul, beautiful inside out.
Rest in eternal peace ❤️

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  • Thank you, Maureen - he was. If you're able, we'd love to see you at the funeral. Best wishes, Adelene

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Tasmin Mim wrote

He will be deeply missed 😓😭 Rest in peace Munim💚

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Frances Smith donated £30 in memory of Munim

Rest in peace Munim

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Adam donated £20 in memory of Munim
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Sonia Moore donated £30 in memory of Munim

Sonia/ Maureen

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Basim Alani donated in memory of Munim

In memory of my beloved brother Munim

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Sonia Moore wrote

Working with Munin has been a joy, he has this boyish charm that would always bring a smile to my face. We communicate sometimes without using words. Munim you were a good man go and take your rest.

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Patricia Rogers wrote

Dearest Addi I can’t say how sorry I am to hear about the recent death of your lovely dad. My thoughts are with you. May he rest in peace. Pat 💕

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  • Thank you, Pat. Means a lot.. Much love xxx❤️

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Caroline donated £50 in memory of Munim
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Will always be one of the most special men in my life and missed so so much xx

Will always be one of the most special men in my life and missed so so much xx

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