Kerry Rose Cullen (17 Dec 1969 - 20 Jan 2019)

Even though I cannot see you, I am certain that your heart is here. If you find that you miss me, always look at the sun that rises [in the morning] and the moon that rises in the evening. Whatever the time, I will be reflected in the sun and the moon. And in our next life, let us meet in the pure land of Eagle Peak. Nam-myoho-renge-kyo.

GOSHO Vol 1 Letter to Lay Nun of Ko 🪷

It’s been almost a whole year since you’ve gone and I think about you so much. We had such fun together, you were the background to my life. Funny, erudite, cheerful and sardonic in equal measure. We couldn’t have lived more fully than we did. I miss you, I always will. Much love, Lesley

I cant believe how much I miss you . It seems I think of you every second of the day . I tried to help you but I should have done more. . You was my best friend . Some of the sharks were the people closest to you we both know who they were .You was the kindest person I ever met . Thank you for being my friend

We only heard today the sad news about Kerry.
We are so very sorry and offer our sincere condolences to her family.
Kerry was a wonderfully kind caring sincere and gentle person. She was always on hand to listen and help when ever she could.
She will be sorely missed.
God bless and rest in peace Kerry.
Nicola & Ian Harvey

So so sorry to hear about the death of Kerry. Kerry will be sadly missed! We all thought an awful lot about dear Kerry, she was loved so much by everyone. Kerry had a beautiful smile, that would light up a room. Kerry was very caring and friendly and so helpful. When Kerry was at the Irish Society, her door was always open for everyone, the kettle was always on! She was there just to have a friendly chat, or to help if you had any problems, she always made time to talk to you, no matter how busy she was. She was one of the nicest people, that I have ever met in my life. I will never forget you Kerry - LOVE Angela

Very sorry to hear the sad news about Kerry. Dave & I remember Kerry very fondly, there were always lots of laughs when we met up with Kerry, Lindsey & Chris. Dave & I are very sorry we cannot be with you all to say good bye to Kerry but you will all be in our thoughts. Sending lots of love xxxx

Thankyou for all the lovely messages Kerry would have been so happy to know so many people cared. If you can wear a daffodil on Friday to lighten a very sad day x

I met Kerry at Redcar & Cleveland College, when we were both 17 and enrolled on a pre-nursing course. Although we ended up on different courses we remained good friends. As we were on different courses, and as this was in the days before mobile phones, we communicated mostly by letter. To save on postage we would exchange letters via my mum, who was the manager of a local cafe in Redcar town centre. It was always a good day when Mum brought home a letter from Kerry!!

Kerry had the most amazing sense of humour. And her humour was always so smart. I remember once when she visited me we barely spoke the whole afternoon. Which sounds odd, but instead of talking we mostly just cried with laughter, pushing this piece of paper backwards and forwards across the table to each other as we added drawings and thought bubbles to some caricature or other. I remember that day, sat at the table with the sun streaming through the window with our sides aching from laughing, as if it was yesterday.

Another day I received a rather official looking typewritten letter, addressed to a certain mutual (male) friend we had, from 'The Ministry of Sexism' or something along those lines, with various charges outlined. It was absolutely hilarious. She really was so talented.

Of course, we also did our fair share of partying. In fact, I was with Kerry in Philmores the night I met my future husband, just after my 19th birthday. Kerry also got on rather well with his friend, and so we ended up going on a double date to Rushpool Hall. We were chauffeured there from Kerry's house in a Reliant Robin (I kid you not).

Unfortunately, after I got married and Kerry moved away, we lost touch. I thought of her often over the years and was so happy when I finally managed to track her down on Facebook. We picked up as if the years had melted away, as good friends do.

Kerry, I can't do justice to you with words. You were, quite simply, a beautiful spirit. Passionate about fairness and justice, amazingly funny, kind, loyal, and the best friend anyone could wish for. I will always remember you and think of you often. There will never be another you. All my love, Caz xxx

Still in shock! I can’t believe she’s gone. Too good for this world bless her. xx