In loving memory of Siân Emily Chambers who was tragically taken from us on 22nd December 2018.
The beautiful film that Jenny made, set to the music that Tom composed for his sister can be found by clicking here.
These are the words that were spoken as a Eulogy to Siân at her Funeral 25/1/2019
Thank you to everyone for being here today to pay tribute to Siân . Losing a daughter, sister or grandchild is a family's worst nightmare and we, as a family, cannot put into words the grief that we are feeling. The love and support that we have received from all of our friends and family has helped significantly in getting us through this difficult time.
Jenny, Siân's little sister, has written:
Siany, gone but never forgotten, secrets still remain, memories will never go away. I’m thanking you for everything. I expect today, everything recently will finally become real, but I don’t ever want to let go of your hand, holding tight to have the confidence to continue life without you in it, my big sister by my side, but I’m afraid to let go… so I choose not to, but you can; our memories are cherished, so don’t worry about leaving us. so, sleep tight, I love you and may the angels lead you in xxx
Siân was quite a timid child with a phobia of men with beards which was a bit unfortunate as she had two loving grandfathers who supported facial hair. She spent a great deal of her early childhood outside, playing with her brother, sister, cousins and friends, mixing up mud pies with great abandon. Family holidays with the other cousins, in France, Wales and England were memories to be treasured along with times spent with her second family, the Davies's. She had a great love of animals especially pigs and her beloved cat, Patch.
Siân took up the double bass and piano at secondary school and although somewhat of a reluctant customer at first, grew to love playing, helped along by the support and encouragement of Mr Green and Jonty Nowell amongst others. Once a member of various ensembles she developed invaluable friendships with some wonderful young people who gave their support as Siân gave hers. Her bass is here today, roughly in the same place as it was when Siân played her last concert in December – next to her was Alex.
At the age of 13, she was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and admitted to hospital. We all found this difficult to cope with but she was proud that she was never admitted again due to this condition.
Teenage years are always difficult and she had many challenges and some dark days during these years. She did well at GCSE's but made some interesting choices for her A levels, the result of which left her in a bit of a quandary.
After her A levels she started to spend more time in Lincoln than at home, eventually moving in with her boyfriend Charlie. She applied to various apprenticeships and started to look at what University courses she might want to think about. Applying for various jobs in this “gap year” Siân found herself employed as an engraver with John Greed Jewellery. This was a job she could take pride in, making sure that the job was done to the best of her ability and trying desperately to ignore the bad spelling and incorrect grammar that many of the clients used. She was so proud to be able to buy her new phone and purchase, with her sister, a beautiful pair of earrings for her mother, a present we were still able to give on Christmas day even though Siân was not there.
Her friends have been so important to her and she did so enjoy going out with them. These are some words from one of them, the last person we know who saw Siân alive
“Siân has been an amazing friend to me over the past few years. More so over the past six months where she has regularly stolen food from my plate while having a drink at the pub!, let me then drive her home, which is normally the wrong way to my house and she often insulted my lovely checked shirts which I cannot understand.
However, most importantly, Siân has been there to support her friends and for me, has been a shoulder to cry on when I have things on my mind.”
Her brother Tom has chosen some words by Sam Carter:
“They say "the good die young"
No use in saying "what is done is done" because it's not enough
And when the night gives way
What will be will be
Every river flows into the sea, but it's never enough
And when the night gives way
It's like a brand new day”
We now have to say an impossible farewell to our beautiful, beautiful daughter Siânald from mooma and moopa we will always love you and be ever proud of you.
Requests for the Funeral
If you wish to attend there are a few requests:
Please wear something colourful. Siân had a true understanding of colours and texture. Her favourite colour was purple.
Learn the theme to "The Vicar of Dibley" as this will be the tune we use to sing The Lord is my Shepherd.
We request that there are just family flowers and that you instead, donate to Diabetes Uk. A link is on this memorial page to make it easy for you.
Lastly, we would like to thank you for the overwhelming number of cards, messages and help.
Best wishes,
Dave, Sara, Tom and Jenny
Donation on behalf of Gainsborough Choral Society.
In memory of beautiful and talented Siân. Our ‘Carols for All’ concert on 14th December 2019 was dedicated to your memory, and you and your family were in our thoughts on this special evening.
Proceeds from The Jazz Vehicle Concert at Swallowbeck Methodist Church March 29th 2019.
Jaz Vehicle Concert - Lincoln Drill Hall 28th June 2019 dedicated to Siân.
A total of £1,616 was raised as a combination of net proceeds and donations made on the night or just after the event. FLINSO (registered charity 508156) who helped organise and promote the event would like to thank everyone who played, attended or made donations in respect of this very special evening.
The funds have been donated through Just Giving to Diabetes UK as below
Donation Reference
240301211
Donation Date
19 July 2019
This donation is the total of the net proceeds and donations made in respect of the Jaz Vehicle concert, dedicated to the memory of Siân, at the Lincoln Drill Hall June 28th 2019. Jaz Vehicle and Siân's name will be forever synonymous.
This donation is the total net proceeds plus donations made in respect of the Jaz Vehicle Concert dedicated to the memory of Siân at the Lincoln Drill Hall 28th June 2019. Thank you to all who contributed to this wonderful evening in whatever way. Siân and Jaz Vehicle will be forever synonymous.
Donation in memory of Sian Chambers
Donation from Janet, Roy and Peter Bates
These were the donations received from families, members, staff and supporters as a result of the County Groups concerts, on Friday 12th and Saturday 13th April, performed in memory of Sian and Alex.
From all at Lincolnshire Music Service x
Thank you to all those involved at the wonderful concerts performed by The County Groups of Lincolnshire Music Service at The Engine Shed. Keep making Music
A Further Donation from Jonty Nowell
All the friends of the Chambers and Swain families have donated all the profits from the Red Lion Bar on Friday 25th January to Sians charity.
With all our love.
Nancy and Sian.
Sian and Nancy with Ted.
Heardfelt condolances for the loss of someone I never met, but who brightened the lives of so many.
With heartfelt condolances.
With heartfelt condolences.
With heartfelt condolences.
WORDS FAIL. BUT WE KNOW THE DEEP SORROW FOR THE FAMILY
We are thinking of all of you today as you say goodbye to Siân. Heartfelt sympathies to all from Liz, Glyn, Harry and Laurie xx
Nancy and Sian.
Sian and Nancy with Ted.
family
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Family
Sian in her far away tree
Typical
Siân performing in the orchestra for the CAODS Dress Rehearsal for The King and I at the New Theatre Royal in September...
Siân, part of our CAODS 'King and I' team (tech/dress rehearsal in September...)
Sian and cousins
On behalf of CAODS, our donation is to say a big thank you Siân for being part of our 'King and I' team this year... you were one of the team, part of our CAODS family.
This was the last time Sian and Alex played together at the Carol Concert, in All Saints Church, December 15th.
Rufford Abbey 2017
Spalford Woods
Still Broken down in France!!
Broken Down in France 2006?
Siân with Owen, Lauren, Katherine and Joanne at the last Lincoln Youth Orchestra and Lincoln Youth Concert Band concert.
Being ever so careful with baby James October 2004
Summer 2003 Siân with Lu and Rose
Summer 2003
Devon 2008
Bristol 2003
Slidey Rock. Suspension Bridge, Bristol 2003
Lake District 2012
Miss you xxx
Holiday 2006
Siân, Tom and Jenny - ready for bed? 2006
Chambers cousins August 2006
Chambers holiday France 2006
Alice, Jen and Siân, France 2006
France 2006
Siân with her Chambers cousins, France 2006
Mike and Carrie's wedding June 2011
August 2016 Skinningrove
August 2016. Skinningrove
Cousins. Dave's 40th
Siân, James and Jenny. Clumber Park 2007
Siân, James and Jenny. Clumber Park 2007
Siân, James and Jenny. Clumber Park 2007
Sian and Sara , Lincoln Theatre Royal , with CAODS The King and I , Sept 2018
Beautiful Siân playing hide and seek with her cousins in Brittany, August 2006 xx
Siân on tour with Mrs B
Sian on stage in Boston at the Music For Youth Festival 2016. It was great to hear her playing her string bass and see her having such fun. A memory to treasure of such a talented musician and a truly lovely person.
Lincoln Youth Concert Band
Jazz Vehicle
Chynas 18th birthday night out. Siân, Chyna, Courtney
Jazz Vehicle ...memories❤️
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