David Hewson (18 Jun 1942 - 29 Jun 2024)

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Memoria Faversham Crematorium Staple Street, Goodnestone Faversham ME13 9HY
Date
6th Aug 2024
Time
2pm
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In loving memory of David Hewson who sadly passed away on 29th June 2024

David was born and grew up in Gravesend, went to the local Grammar school where after he became head cashier in a bank. Although he was married with two small children he was persuaded to apply to become a police officer.

He was successful in his application and served for a total of 26 years, retiring in 1997. During his time in the police force he received two Certificates of Merit in recognition of courage, the first in 1990 and the second in 1991. He served in various locations in Kent, ending his service in Canterbury within the Custody Suite.

He had an amazing sense of humour and was well liked by many people (even some of those he had cause to arrest!) and much loved by his family and friends. His little dog Ben was devoted to him and can’t understand where he has gone.

He is now probably telling the angels ‘Dad jokes’, and regaling them with stories of his time in the police.

paul Shilling donated £40 in memory of David

When Nicky and Marc and Mike and Louise were young, we had some great holidays with Dave and Pat - I regret that I didn't keep in greater contact after Dave and Pat separated. Dave was a larger than life character with a great sense of humour - I was extremely fond of him. Nicky, Marc and I will treasure those early memories. It was lovely for Jane and I to finally meet Mandy and Matthew at the funeral albeit on that sad occasion. We send our love whilst they come to terms with their loss. Rest in peace Dave.

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  • Hello Paul, Thank you so much for your donation. It was lovely meeting you both too. I still can’t believe he’s gone.....so strange.

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Linda Jeffery donated £20 in memory of David

Miss your laughter Dave. RIP.

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  • Thank you Linda.

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Duncan Gates donated £40 in memory of David

Many Happy and funny memories with my much loved Uncle. He pretended to drop me off the top of Rochester Castle when I was 5. We thought it was funny, but I don't think my mum did!....the laughter never stopped.
Miss you. X
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  • Thank you both for your donation. What a memory for you Duncan....I can imagine how your Mum felt though. Xx

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David & Anita Shilling donated in memory of David

Many happy memories with 'Big' Dave in my youth (he was taller than me!), no doubt many stories will remain with us for years to come. Rest in peace.

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  • Thank you so much, it’s the memories which keep him close. Xx

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Diane Harper donated £10 in memory of David

Our friendship may have been short and sweet, but those memories will last forever.
Sleep well, Dave.
Diane 💕 & Shelby 🐾

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  • Thank you so much Di, you and Dave got on well from when you first metwhich was lovely. Xx

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Caroline Austen donated £10 in memory of David
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Tina Wallace donated £10 in memory of David
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Christine Willmott donated in memory of David

In memory of David Hewson who will be much missed by his family and friends.

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  • Thank you Chris xx

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Barry Jenner donated £20 in memory of David
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Barbara Walker donated £20 in memory of David

Thank you Dave for your gentle humour and friendship when we met at Weightwatchers! Freedom and peace at last, we can't begrudge it to you. xx

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  • Thank you Barbara.

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Bridget and Chris Short donated £30 in memory of David

May you rest in peace

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  • Thank you for your donation.

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Patrannah Hammond donated in memory of David

A lovely brother in law.

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  • Thank you Pat.

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Lesley Hammond donated £20 in memory of David

Memories of dear Dave, funny, gentle man.
Now free of the earthly restrictions and pain, walking free in the sunshine of heaven until we can all meet again.
Lots of love from John& Lesley.🙏🏻💕🦋

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  • Thank you Lesley, Such comforting words.

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Marc Shilling wrote

The fun I had with Uncle Dave will stay with me forever! One of my earliest memories was myself standing in the middle of the room and Dave touching my nose, and each time the light would turn on then off! To this day I’m not sure how he did it? He would offer me a lemonade and then bring the tiniest glass you’ve ever seen and wait for my reaction. I have the fondest memories and with him in my life I felt blessed that I could call him my Uncle.

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  • Thank you Marc, you've summed up your Uncle Dave well.....and made me smile.

    Posted by Amanda on 18/07/2024 Report abuse
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Raymond Emptage donated £30 in memory of David

Always in our thoughts

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  • Thank you Ray xx

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Raymond Emptage wrote

Dave was good company and very funny when we would meet up for Marsha’s birthday he was telling us about his experience in the police force he made us all laugh my late wife liked him too. He always asked how she was god bless you Dave you are now at peace Ray

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  • Such a lovely message. Xx

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Marsha & Geoff Hall donated £40 in memory of David

So many wonderful memories living in our hearts forever

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  • Thank you so much xx

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Marsha & Geoff Hall wrote

When we think of Dave, we think of laughter, and laughter in abundance. From stories, to jokes, to funny one liners, and the hilarious times playing cards every year at Christmas.
He will be missed so very much, but feel so blessed that he was in our lives and forever in our hearts.

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  • So beautiful, thank you xx

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Chris Goldsworthy wrote

worked with Dave during my time in police, true gent, quiet spoken, good sense of humour

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  • Thank you Chris, he really enjoyed working with you all.

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