Jean Burrough (29 Apr 1941 - 30 Mar 2022)

Dear Jean, I know you will always be “just around the corner” for us all and we love you dearly.
Thank you so much to our lovely Rosemary Foundation angels - you cared for Jean and us so kindly.

I love you, my Mum - we all do. We’re thinking of you always and know you’re very near. Thank you very much to the Rosemary ladies for your kindness and support for us all, and for caring for Mum with such gentleness, dignity, and warmth. Love from Jane, Ella, Thomas and Emilie.

Dear Jean,
Although we only met a couple of times. I always felt I knew you through Ann. I felt very humbled to hear all the beautiful words so many had written and to be a part of your send off. What was so very clear throughout your service was what an amazing Mother and Grandmother you were and how much you were loved.
Rest lovely lady.
Sophie Davey

Thinking about you all.

Will miss my second Mum lots. Sleep well Auntie Jean x

I have wonderful memories ofJean and Janet at school and later when we married All our children are roughly the same age
A very dear friend

Farewell, old friend

Thank you so much for caring for my friend Jean and all of us who need you.

Jean was the most perfect neighbour as she gave fantastic support and advice to me as a new mother. We were both teachers and I had enormous respect for her approach to children which was to celebrate the best in every one of them. We borrowed many onions and tins of tomatoes from each other. She was never judgmental, was a great listener and had a fund of stories that had me laughing. There are so many wonderful things about Jean I will treasure in my heart - her sense of humour, her turn of phrase, her ability to laugh at herself and be gleeful and naughty. She loved an auction and accompanied me to one at which we were thrilled to see my mother-in-law's Toby jugs fetch more than 10 times the auctioneers estimate. She enjoyed food and wine and we had many a fine dining experience at Derek's annual wine dinners. Go well Jean. xxx

With many happy memories of a lovely lady and neighbour

Jean was the best neighbour I ever had, supporting me as a young wife and mother.
My baby would instantly calm as she took over my pacing up and down with him!
Although not neighbours for long Jean we quickly became friends and we had many laughs together, I have fond memories of that twinkle in her eye and cheeky laugh.
Jean loved her family more than anything and was so proud of you all.

Allan and I send our heartfelt condolences as we shall not be able to attend Jean's funeral but we do send peace and love to you all.

To a life long friend of the family, and always there for my Mum. She’ll miss you loads.

Kind neighbour and true friend! Have so many fond memories of time spent in Jean’s company. We will miss her greatly.
Robbie,
Gregor & Anna

Janet Patrick, Jean's twin sister

I was born in Langwith an hour before Jean so I have always had the privilege of being the elder sister but unfortunately not the boss!!
In 2012 I had a stroke and Jean suggested she came up to Cumbria and we visited my tiny very premature granddaughter so we had our first holiday together for years. It was very successful and so I arranged various holidays together for several years. We had taken our children when small to Hubberholme camping together with Colin and Phil. We enjoyed holidays together as we shared many interests, church “crawling”, the countryside, and our joyful evening meals. Jean always brought a lamb korma at our request as it was one of her signature dishes.
She had been my constant companion throughout our youth and at Reading University and since then we have kept in touch first by letter, then phone and latterly of course by email. I shall miss her greatly.

To a wonderful mum, mother in law, and Gran/ second mum! We know that you are still with us but miss you absolutely every day lots of love Ann, Ben, Harry and Evie

I met Ann’s mum way back when we were at uni. Jean was always so welcoming and friendly to everyone. I thought she was a wonderful mum, so positive and bright. I’m so very sad for the family.

It was a pleasure to work with you and share many happy moments. Charlotte loved her time in your class.

Thankyou for caring for our dear friend Jean,
Lindsey, Marcus, Tony, Thomas & Toby

What beautiful photos. Her warm smile, friendliness and big heart will be remembered always.

So sorry to hear of Jean's passing. I know this must be a difficult Time, though your happy memories will carry you through as it has done for me. 60 years of friendship and in the twilight of our years, I wish you God's blessings and condolences