We are heartbroken to say that Pauline passed away on the 30th April.
As many of you know, Mum had been suffering from dementia for some years and had spent the last 3 of those in a specialist care home in Dartford. Mum suffered a stroke and quickly deteriorated in her last few days.
An amazing wife, mother, auntie & nana, Paulines happiest times were being surrounded by family and friends. She would always entertain, producing food for everyone at the drop of a hat. Just like in her Langafel Catering days.
Pauline was so happy to become a mum to Lorraine and Debbie and the later years were filled with joy with the addition of 4 grandchildren, who she adored.
During these strange times, the funeral will just be for the immediate family.
If you wanted to make a donation we are collecting for the Ellenor Hospice, who Mum loved since working for them, and Dementia UK, to support the work for finding a cure to this terrible disease.
This is being managed through the funeral home and the attached link.
We will arrange a memorial at a later date to celebrate the lady that we have lost, and to remember the good times.
Please feel free to share with us any memories of good time’s you had with mum. We would love to hear them.
With thanks,
David, Lorraine & Debbie
I only saw Pauline once, but I considered her a friend. We started our friendship as pen pals when we were in our young teens. I always looked forward to her letters (and later e-mails) to learn about her activities and what was happening with her family
I only saw Pauline one time, but I thought of her as a friend. We started our pen pal friendship when we were young teen-agers. I always looked forward to hearing about her life happenings over our 60+ years of letter (and later e-mail) writing.
For my lovey friend Debbie who lost her mum to dementia. Sending love and hugs! CPR and family xxx
Such found memories of times spent with your lovely mum Loobey and Debs. Always with such a warm and genuine smile. Such a very lovely lady. Sarah xx
Pauline was formidable. That for me is the perfect word for her!
A working mum, who over the years, my respect has grown uncontrollably for.
A great cook, wonderful host- she made these things look effortless. Most certainly inspired me over the years.
I had known Pauline for over 30 years. I have some wonderful memories... some of them telling me and Lorraine off! Like the time in Lanzarote when we lost the spare apartment key after going out on a night and we had to climb in the apartment window. Like giving Lou money to buy shoes and we would come back with crap from Carnaby Street!
I will always remember her energy... the woman worked so hard... I have an image of her in my mind ironing in the kitchen- getting ready for another busy week.
Pauline was fab with a glass of wine in her! Sometimes the guard even went down and her language would ‘slip!’ Always made me smile!
She was my oldest and best friends mum. And I love her. She welcomed me into her home And family unreservedly, comforted me when I was sad and was strong when I needed a kick.
So sorry Paul, can’t be there to say goodbye. You are forever in my thoughts and memories.
Love you Mrs H.
A girls get together at Diane's. Betty,Diane,Nita & Pauline. X
Such wonderful Brighton memories of Mummy Hanson. With love to you all from your Charlie Bear and Jo Cole xxxx
Ah Loobey, your lovely mum was always so amongst all of our escapades! Sarah xxx
Sending you all love and virtual hugs at this time. Pauline will always be remembered as the Duck Race number seller who made a mean lasagne, even if you only popped over for a quick cuppa! xx
i met Pauline at my first job 60 years ago and through Diane and Ted was fortunate to catch up again prior to her illnes. Happy times.
Sending lots of love and virtual hugs at this sad time.
I will always remember Pauline as the duck race number seller who made a mean lasagne even if you only popped over for a cuppa!! Xx
Sending lots of love and virtual hugs at this sad time.
I will always remember Pauline as the duck race number seller who made a mean lasagne even if you only popped over for a cuppa!! Xx
Dear Dave, Lorraine and Debbie,
I am so sorry to hear that the oh so jolly Pauline has passed away.
I have fond memories of visiting with Mum, Dad and Gillian where without fail there was a huge spread of food and a smiley face.
It is so sad that she was taken from you with the diagnosis of dementia and I know that must have been very hard.
Please accept our sincere condolences for your sad loss.
I fully understand that in this difficult times I can’t attend Pauline’s funeral but our thoughts will be with you all on 27th May xx
With love and hugs
Pete, Rosie, Daniel and Nicky x
I met Pauline at my first job 60 years ago and through Ted & Diane was fortunate to catch up again prior to her illness. Will always remember such happy reunions.
Sending much love. Xx
All our love Andrew, Tracey and Andy x
Fond memories of working together in 1958/9 and meeting up in latter years through Di and Ted - good times.
Thinking of you all. Auntie Pauline was a very special godmother
Pauline and Dave, Diane & Ted and Anita. We had been friends for over 60 years. Wonderful memories. So sadly missed. Xx
Such a lovely godmother. Thank you for catering my wedding xxx
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I’m so sorry I can’t be with your beautiful family to say goodbye - I’ll make sure debs gets loads of cuddles as soon as I’m aloud. You will be sorely missed Pauline. Loads of love xxxxx
A girls get together at Diane's. Betty,Diane,Nita & Pauline. X
Pauline and Dave, Diane & Ted and Anita. We had been friends for over 60 years. Wonderful memories. So sadly missed. Xx
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