In loving memory of Pauline Elizabeth HIPKIN
Pauline was born at Barnstaple Hospital on the 10th February 1958, the youngest of Willis and Dorothy Pick's four children. She spent an idyllic childhood in Chulmleigh and later Lapford, where she made many lifelong friends. After finishing her schooling at Queen Elizabeth School, Crediton she moved to London to work at a number of teaching hospitals as a medical secretary.
It was whilst living in London that her three amazing sons were born and they eventually settled in Brixham together. Pauline studied for her Open University Degree and took up teaching, meeting Paul at around the same time. They later moved to Exeter together and were married in 2005. Pauline studied for her Masters and Diploma in Social Work whilst in Exeter and found her true calling.
Pauline lived in Merton for the last 8 years where she loved walking in the Devon countryside. In 2014 the first of her three adorable grandchildren arrived and so begun one of the most wonderful times in her life.
After her diagnosis in 2017, her extended family spent lots of great times together, creating and sharing wonderful memories.
She passed away at North Devon Hospice on the 14th March 2019.
There will be a service at Matthews Hall in Topsham at 2pm on Thursday, 4th April, followed by a celebration of Pauline's life in the Malthouse Room at the Globe Inn, Topsham where teas, coffees and a buffet will be served.
The immediate family will be wearing black but if you wish wear something smart and bright, we would be delighted.
Please note that parking is limited in Topsham so please allow plenty of time to find a space. Where practical we would recommend coming by train from Exeter which run every 25 minutes approximately and the station is a 5 - 10 minute walk from Matthews Hall.
My dear friend... I don't know what to say that will be big enough and tender enough and insightful enough to represent these feelings, and you. But what I know is that you were yourself - a beautiful and unique woman who I am so glad to have known. Kind, strong, soft and able to include everyone. Your gentle grace, your quiet smile. I miss you. Love Pam X
My delightful sister. Miss you already, so greatly. Gracious always and always a joy to be with. My constant friend. x x x x x x x
My dear friend... I do not know what to say that will be big enough and tender enough and insightful enough to represent these feelings about you. But what I know is that you were yourself. A unique beautiful woman who I am so glad to have known. Kind, strong, soft, and able to include everyone. Gentle grace, with your quiet smile... I miss you. Love Pam X
Raised for Mums Charity by my colleagues at Dunelm Barnstaple. Massive Thank you.
A beautiful service today x
As a fellow Social Worker with Pauline in the RD&E Hospital Discharge Team I experienced her generosity of spirit and remember her honesty, caring nature and willingness to work with and on behalf of people who were in the most difficult of situations. Away from work, she and Paul gave a home to my grandmother's piano when I could no longer keep it. I am so sorry that you have lost her.
I remember Pauline as a kind, loving and generous person! I have lovely memories growing up with such caring fun neighbors. The generous gifts she would get for us on our birthdays or at Christmas, the fun times I had when she baby sat me and the positivity she showed. I will always remember Pauline and her beautiful warmth xxxx
So many memories of the most caring and kind person I think I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. My thoughts are with you Paul, your loving sons and family.
with best wishes from Lord and Lady Clinton
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Peaceful rest to Pauline. I will miss your sensitive and caring friendship. Your humility disguised your many achievements. Kind thoughts to Pauline 's beloved family.
In memory of Pauline.
Barnstaple’s Brilliant Community Social Care Team - Social Care Awards 2015, Pauline with her wonderful colleagues.
I will never forget our wonderful friendship going back to the eighties when we were both single parents. Our thoughts are with your lovely sons and husband and sisters. Xxxxxxxxx
Rest peacefully Pauline. I will miss you so much but will be forever left with such lovely memories of a very special person.
Barnstaple Health and Social Care Team walking for Force for Pauline 4thFeb 2018
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Barnstaple’s Brilliant Community Social Care Team - Social Care Awards 2015, Pauline with her wonderful colleagues.
Barnstaple Health and Social Care Team walking for Force for Pauline 4thFeb 2018
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