Barbara Lay (13 Feb 1948 - 6 Aug 2025)

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Barbara

£410.00 + Gift Aid of £85.00
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Location
Southend Crematorium 654 Sutton Road Southend on Sea SS2 5PX
Date
15th Sep 2025
Time
2.30pm
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We are very sad to say that Barbara Lay passed away on the 6th August 2025. She was much loved by her friends and family.

She spent her latter years surrounded by close family and friends, including her two granddaughters who were much a source of entertainment and love (and no small amount of cheekiness).

Barbara will be remembered fondly for many things, not least of all, as a loving mother and grandmother (Oma), her loyalty and kindness to her friends, her playful sense of humour and her amazing singing voice.

To match her nature, we would appreciate if you could wear a touch of pink on the day in remembrance.

If you are considering flowers, we would ask that you make a donation to Fair Havens instead. They did an amazing job for Barbara, and she was very fond of them.

Graham Keene donated in memory of Barbara

Hi Marcus
Hoping this small donation will help a very good cause.
From Graham

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Russell Faulkner donated £25 in memory of Barbara
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Michelle Edmonds donated in memory of Barbara

On behalf of Barbara Lay and the family.

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Marcus Lay donated £65 in memory of Barbara

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Havens Hospices wrote

Today, our thoughts are with Barbara's family and friends. May her funeral bring a sense of peace to all those who miss her.
Sending strength and comfort

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Brian Randall donated in memory of Barbara

Rest in peace Barbara,

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Catherine Wallace donated £50 in memory of Barbara
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Jenna Mansfield wrote

So incredibly sorry to hear about Barbara. I only knew her for a short time but the time that I did spend with Barbara, she filled the room with love, comedy and wonderful stories of her life. May she rest in heaven now x

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Ghyslaine Jones wrote

I knew Barbara for about 35 years. We met when she was living in Harewood Avenue. We always had good times together and lots of fun. We both liked shopping for clothes and having lunch in a tearoom. I will always remember Barbara for her generosity and kindness.

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Barbara and Ghyslaine (2024)

Barbara and Ghyslaine (2024)

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Carolyn Squier donated £50 in memory of Barbara

My lovely friend and sister Barbara. I hope you knew how much I love you and how much you did to help me in so many ways. You are one of the great blessings of my life. I will miss you in the here and now and look forward to you greeting me when I too come to be with Jesus our Lord and Saviour.

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