Eric Raymond Birch

Eric Raymond Birch (5 Oct 1934 - 5 Dec 2022)

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Location
Southend Crematorium 654 Sutton Road Southend on Sea SS2 5PX
Date
29th Dec 2022
Time
11.20am
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Eric Raymond Birch sadly passed away on 5th December 2022. Loving husband to Win, father, grandfather and great grandfather, Eric never let a day go by without a joke and a smile.

Eric worked tirelessly for his family and was a respected and successful businessman through Canvey Yacht Builders, otherwise known as Jaguar Yachts. He is well known on Canvey Island by many through his business ventures and socially at the local pubs as well as the Conservative and Chapman Sands Yacht clubs.

We will celebrate the life of Eric on the 29th December at 11.20 at the Southend Crematorium and afterwards at the Naval and Military Club, 20 Royal Terrace, Southend-on-Sea SS1 1DU.

In true Eric style, formal black attire is not expected and everyone who knew him is welcome.

Eric's final days were spent at the Admiral Court Care Home where he was looked after with kindness through his Alzheimers illness, therefore we would thank you for making a donation to Alzheimers Research rather than providing a gift of flowers. You can make your donation on this site or there will be a donation box at the funeral.

If you are unable to attend the funeral but would like to take part through a live link, please let Diane know and she can send you the login details. diane.birch60@gmail.com

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Alan Buckle donated £50 in memory of Eric

In loving memory

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  • Thank you Alan, that is very kind of you - I will let mum know and I hope Yvonne gets better soon. Keep in touch. Diane x

    Posted by Diane on 4/01/2023 Report abuse
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Linda Goodwin donated in memory of Eric
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Steve Crowhurst donated £30 in memory of Eric

Rest in peace Eric, with love and respect from the CYB family. Xxx

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Cash From funeral day donated £155 in memory of Eric
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Bass Kate donated in memory of Eric

He never forgot how to laugh..x

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Karen Mason donated £15 in memory of Eric

In memory of a lovely man who I remember well from my younger years. Rest in peace, Eric x

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Alice, Julia and Jeanette Hills donated in memory of Eric

In loving memory. Rest in peace Eric xxx

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Roger Barton donated in memory of Eric

Eric was a truly unique man, kind generous and always great fun to be with. I feel privileged to have known him and call him a friend. My family all feel the same. He will be sorely missed by all that knew him.

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Verity Sawyer donated £20 in memory of Eric

What a character x

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Barbara Lipscombe donated £20 in memory of Eric

Your be missed.

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Diane Birch donated in memory of Eric
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Natalie Gooch wrote

You will always hold a special place in my heart Grandad xx Our memories I will forever cherish - Love you

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Andrew John Lipscombe donated in memory of Eric

Eric was such an inspiration to all of us, fun loving, enjoyed life and a beer or two. You will be missed by all of us. Rest in Peace Eric and thank you for letting me marry your daughter. ☺️

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  • ❤️❤️

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Paul Wilderspin donated £20 in memory of Eric

Great Cause - RIP Eric

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  • Thanks Paul 😍

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Robert Maeer donated £40 in memory of Eric

Eric was a fantastic squash buddy of mine. We would have a mad 45 mins leaping around on court and then retiring to the waterside bar for some well earned pints. An amazing man with great sense of humour and superb company. Will miss him. RIP dear Eric.

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  • Thank you, I remember those days too! Like it wasn’t long ago.

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Philip Tissington donated in memory of Eric

We have so many memories from Friday nights at Waterside and squash weekends and you trying to teach us to sail R.I.P Eric

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  • Thank you so much Phil, made me smile 🥰

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Lisa Craske wrote

Sending you all lots of love and condolences.
Eric was a true inspiration to so many, a character with a personality that will never be forgotten! Xx

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  • Thank you ❤️

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Lisa Craske donated £20 in memory of Eric
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John & Veronica Sullivan donated £40 in memory of Eric

Uncle Eric - such a gentleman with a great work ethic Apologies we can't be with you on your final journey but be assured we'll have a large one (or 2) to remember the good times Much love John & Veronica Sullivan xx

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  • Thank you so much for your kind words and donation, means a lot to us all. Xxx

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Kate Sutherland donated £20 in memory of Eric

R.I P Eric. A truly strong, kind caring man. So many treasured happy memories. Always in our hearts ❤

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  • Thanks for all your messages and memories Kate, they have meant alot to all of us xxx

    Posted by Diane on 24/12/2022 Report abuse
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