Edward Mbanu (10 Jul 1973 - 18 Dec 2014)

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St Marys Church New Road Peterborough PE1 1TT
Date
14th Jan 2015
Time
2pm
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Peterborough Crematorium Mowbray Road Peterborough PE6 7JE
Date
14th Jan 2015
Time
3pm

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In loving memory of the late Edward Mbanu who sadly passed away on 18th December 2014

Edward was born in Newcastle on 10th July 1973 and had a happy childhood spent in Netherton and then Eastfield, Peterborough.

He attended Thorpe Primary School with two of his brothers, Alex and Lawrence, then went on to Jack Hunt secondary school, followed by the Regional College. Ed treasured the lifelong friends he made at both school and college.

Ed studied for a degree at the University of North London and then went on to gain a Masters from Birbeck College. After 10 years studying and working in London, Ed moved back to Peterborough in 2004, bought a house and joined Anglian Water.

Outside of education and work, Ed loved reading up on his Nigerian heritage and made several trips to his father's village as a young man. As well as being a keen cook, Ed had a love for the outdoors, developed from a young age spending time in Ferry Meadows and at his grandparents' home in the Yorkshire countryside. He particularly enjoyed photography and fishing and took his youngest brother out to make his first big catch.

Ed was a wonderful uncle to four nieces and two nephews and spent many hours making up games, stories and nicknames for them. He was looking forward to taking his youngest nephew fishing in years to come.

Ed died in a road accident on 18th December 2014 and his family are devastated by their loss. He was a dearly loved son, brother and uncle and his family will continue to cherish their memories of him.

Dionne DeSouza donated £26.25 in memory of Edward

Very sad to read that Eddy passed. RIP

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Edward's Friend wrote

I was deeply saddened to hear about Edward's death. Edward was a very kind, warm and generous man who touched the lives of many. He had so many things left to experience and would have continued to be a blessing to those who knew him. My sincere condolences to the Mbanu family.

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Susan Mbanu donated £100 in memory of Edward
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Elinor Mbanu posted a picture
Ed's MA graduation day. A happy day.

Ed's MA graduation day. A happy day.

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Evie Burrows-Taylor donated £20 in memory of Edward
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Sue and Jack Marrows donated £350 in memory of Edward

we will never forget Edward, his gentle humour and warm nature

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Rod Coe wrote

I've only met you once since we left school back in 1989. I think the last time was around 8years ago when you spotted me in your car while I was out walking. We had a brief chat, and hadn't seen you since. You were a class mate at secondary school who I looked up to and now I'll truely miss.
R.I.P my brother :-(

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Dijan Mbanu wrote

E - Edward my uncle
D - Did cool tricks
W - Was very funny
A - Awesome Edward
R - Remember him
D - Daddy's brother and best friend

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Harry Hagger Johnson donated £10 in memory of Edward
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Penny Marrows donated in memory of Edward

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Paul Middleton wrote

Our deepest sympathy to your family at this time.
Best wishes Paul Mid Middleton & family.

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Rowena Mbanu wrote

Thank you very much to everyone who has donated money to WaterAid in memory of Edward and also to all those who attended the funeral last Wednesday. It was a comfort to have the support of those who knew and loved Ed.

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Rowena Mbanu donated £25 in memory of Edward

In memory of my incredible older brother Edward. You've left a hole in our hearts but we were so lucky to have you. Lots of love x

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Katy McCulloch donated £50 in memory of Edward

Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Margaret Betts, Tony and Katy McCulloch

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Ian McCole donated £50 in memory of Edward
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Wahid Rehman donated £30 in memory of Edward

RIP my friend.

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Samson Onuegbu wrote

May your gentle soul Rest in perfect peace!!

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Isabelle Le Minez donated £50 in memory of Edward

I had the privilege to know Ed though Shahid Mahmood, and cherish the first evening we all spent together back in 1999 as one of the most hilarious of my life. I know he touched many lives and will remain fondly in many hearts. My most sincere thoughts are with you.

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Anglian Water donated £500 in memory of Edward

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Shahid Mahmood donated £30 in memory of Edward

With deepest sympathy and condolences to the Mbanu family. I will always cherish the memories of Edward Mbanu. Rest in Peace dear friend.

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Jasper Cardwell donated £25 in memory of Edward

Sorry for your loss Row

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Daniel and Anne-Marie Marrows donated £50 in memory of Edward

in loving memory of dear kind Edward.

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David Graham & family donated £78.09 in memory of Edward

With deepest sympathy

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Nicole Olford-Bell donated £10 in memory of Edward

With happy memories of a lovely boy who turned in to a lovely man. So sorry to have to say goodbye. Sincere condolences to Ed's loved ones. He will not be forgotten. xxx

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Aniello Genovese donated £30 in memory of Edward

You ll be sorely missed Ed you were a great friend and words cannot describe how tragic this is. Rest in peace my brother.

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Paul Knight donated in memory of Edward

In memory of Ed, with whom I had some great times growing up. Thoughts are with his family and friends.

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tony batten donated £10 in memory of Edward
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