Josephine Maher (8 Aug 1942 - 4 Nov 2025)

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Location
English Martyrs Church Frindsbury Road Strood ME2 4JA
Date
9th Dec 2025
Time
11.30am
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Thames View Crematorium Gravesend Road Shorne, Gravesend DA12 3JH
Date
9th Dec 2025
Time
1pm

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In Loving Memory of Josephine Maher (née Hayes)

Josephine Maher, born Josephine Hayes in Higham, Kent, passed away peacefully on 4 November 2025. A cherished wife, devoted mother, loving grandmother and beloved member of her community, Josephine’s warmth and kindness touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

Married for 55 years to her devoted husband Michael Maher, Josephine built a life defined by love, loyalty, and quiet strength. Together they raised two daughters, Rachel and Charlotte, who will forever carry forward her compassion, wisdom, and gentle spirit.

A true local lady, Josephine remained deeply connected to her Higham roots throughout her life. She was known for her generosity, her thoughtful nature, and her ability to make others feel instantly welcomed and cared for. Her presence brought comfort; her laughter brought light.

Josephine will be remembered not only for the love she gave, but for the dignity, grace, and resilience with which she lived. She leaves behind a legacy of family, kindness, and cherished memories that will be held close in the hearts of all who knew her.

She is fondly missed, and her absence leaves a profound void — yet her spirit will continue to guide and inspire those she loved most.

May she rest in peace, joining her sister, brother and parents.

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Following the crematorium service the family warmly invite you to join us at the Social Club in Higham at 14:30hrs. We would be grateful for your presence as we come together to remember Josephine, share memories, and celebrate her life with those who loved her.
Social Club, Hermitage Road, Higham, ME3 7DD


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Nicola Evans donated £30 in memory of Josephine

Remembering Josie, loving and caring lifelong friend of Janice and cousin of Nicola, Richard and families. She will be greatly missed xx

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Victoria Cole donated £30 in memory of Josephine

A pleasure to have known you Josie. Xxx

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A lovely woman. So very sorry for your families loss.  Rest In Peace Josie.   Victoria, David & family xxx

A lovely woman. So very sorry for your families loss. Rest In Peace Josie. Victoria, David & family xxx

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Rachel O'Riordan wrote

On behalf of all the Mahers and family, we are deeply overwhelmed by the kind and loving words, the heartfelt sentiments, and the generous donations made to Medway Hospital in memory of Mummy (Josephine). Your support has brought a great comfort to our family during an incredibly difficult time. Thank you to our family members and dear friends for your compassion, your presence, and your kindness. We are truly grateful. Rachelx

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Christine Bushell donated £20 in memory of Josephine

My prayers are with you but I feel so sad I won't see her again. Fly high! Christine Bushell.

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Sylvia Casey donated £20 in memory of Josephine

In memory of our dear friend Josie. Lots of love Sylvia and Francis xx

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Julia Cripps donated £30 in memory of Josephine

All our love to Uncle Michael, Rachel and Charlotte, and families, Auntie Josie will be sadly missed, but will be remembered will love and laughter. Julia, Chris, Kerrie, Matthew and Phoebe xxxxx

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  • It was wonderful seeing you and the family yesterday on such a sad day. Thank you for your loving support and thoughts through these difficult times. xxxx

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Gloria Webster donated £40 in memory of Josephine

RIP HRH JOSEPHINA

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John&Jenny Price donated in memory of Josephine

In loving memory of Josephine.

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Jane Casey wrote

So many wonderful memories of my lovely Auntie Josie. May she Rest In Peace. Lots of love to Uncle Michael, Rachel, Charlotte & family; thinking of you all at this time. Jane, Iain, William & Joseph xxxx

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  • Dear Jane, Thank you so much for coming yesterday, both yours and Auntie Sylvia's supporting kind words have given us much love and strength at this time. xxxx

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Allan Robinson wrote

So Sorry to hear about Josephine’s passing away. Our thoughts are with Michael and his family. With deepest sympathy, Allan and Pam Robinson.

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Sally Horn donated £50 in memory of Josephine

Thanks for all the happy times spent together. Rest in peace ❤️

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Wendy Jarvis donated £10 in memory of Josephine

So sorry Michael to hear of the sad loss of Josephine. Unfortunately I never got to meet her in person. May she rest in peace.

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GLYNIS Selby wrote

My condolences to Josie family. She will be missed

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Vanessa Clare nee Hayes donated £30 in memory of Josephine

With love and condolences to Michael, Rachel, Charlotte and families. Happy memories of Auntie Josie from Vanessa and family. xxxxxx

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Jenny Wallace donated £30 in memory of Josephine

It was such a privilege to know you, Josie: your love, sense of fun and great care of so many touched many lives. You will be forever in our memories. All our thoughts and love to Michael and all the family. Jenny and Allie (Wallace) as well as the Oz contingent xx

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Phyllis and Claire donated £20 in memory of Josephine
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Peter Meaden donated £20 in memory of Josephine

All our love and wishes to Josephine’s family

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Ann Bigwood donated £10 in memory of Josephine

So sorry about your loss, myself and my family will miss you

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Anne Smith donated £20 in memory of Josephine
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Anne Smith wrote

I was honoured to call Josie my friend such a clever and kind person who was loved by so many. Rest peacefully in the arms of God 🙏

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  • Anne Smith donated £23.40

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Lynne Mick & Family White donated £10 in memory of Josephine

Rest in peace Josie, you were one very kind lovely lady.
Happy memories of you & the family living in Forge Lane. Xxx

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Colleen Quinn wrote

I’m so sorry for your loss. No words can ease the pain, but I am thinking of you and all of your family. Love Colleen and the quinn family.

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