Christine Anne (Chrissie) Emery (17 Dec 1944 - 22 Jun 2020)

I have such fond memories of the happy times we shared with the Emery clan at the Oast in Mereworth. Chrissie´s fabulous cooking was always the highlight but I especially remember, with a giggle, how she once responded to Jon Bester´s somewhat "picky" demands with a toothpick stuck in a chicken (breast only please!) with a flag which read: "Jon Bester´s F...ing Chicken!" .

Over the many years of friendship we shared, my fondest memories will remain of the times we spent: Of being bundled in the back Bill´s van, singing our way to the concerts at Leeds Castle then stumbling home full of too much champagne, strawberries and fresh seafood. Of breakfasts and lunches around the vast living room table. Of garden parties and barbecues. Of singing Sinatra at the tops of our voices in the bar. Of Chinese New Year in fancy dress. Of listening to Chris´s endless exploits at boot fairs picking up pots for 50p which turned out to be Poole Pottery worth 300!. Oh and of so many more times that we laughed until our sides hurt.

Chris, you were an effervescent soul and your light and wisdom will be sorely missed. Rest safely back in the arms of your beloved Bill. He is back with his beloved "Lil". R.I.P lovely lady.

Chrissie..it was an honour and a pleasure to have hou as a friend.
God Bless and keep you safe til we meet again.

Dear Bill,Jane, Susie, Kevin and James all grandchildren, family

Our thoughts and heart felt love will be with you all today and always.

Amazing and amazing two most beautiful individuals with big hearts and big personalities. Chris and Bill.

Chris the most amazing funny, loving and generous person. Always welcomed everyone with open arms.

Chris has lovely family and wonderful grandchildren. Fabulous friends.

Chris we will always be here for your family and our doors will always be open day and night. With love and laughter and shoulder to cry on.

You have taught them well and guided them too far beyond and they have made you very proud today with the golden ticket to enjoy your journey with beautiful red carpet leading to your beloved amazing husband Bill.

He’s waiting there’ for you for the next door of adventures to paradise.

God bless you all and may love and laughter continue all the way in your lives.

Hanif’s.

Dear bill and family

Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Xx

Laughs, songs and crosswords a plenty, thank you for making me feel so at home at "The best pub in Kent". xx

I have such very special memories of Chris and the weekends I spent at the Oast. She always made me feel part of the family. I used to love sharing a glass of wine with her and she would always be there with advice if I needed it!
Love to all Chris’s family and friends. I know she Will be sadly missed by everyone who was lucky enough to know her.

Rest in peace lovely lady. You will always be in my heart xx

The Ritchie Saunders Clan are all thinking of you today.
We hope you are able to draw some comfort from the wonderful treasured memories we all have.
The Parties, laughter the Good Old Swan Days! How lucky we all are to have had those times. Chrissie was always interested in what we were up to, when we lost Dad (Rex) and Mum (Lynn) she was the first person to visit with flowers. Even recently helped with some really good advice, what a Darling. Rest in Peace Chrissie we will miss you x

It's funny how much you can remember from when you were so much younger. I remember all of the boot fairs, our chats in the car, the times Nan looked after me at the oast and the hours we'd spend reading in bed. I will never forget her contagious laugh that bounced around every one of her antiques in the room. You will be greatly missed but never forgotten xx

So sad to hear of Chris's passing. Will always remember the good times we had in Welton Close. Our thoughts are with all the family tomorrow.

So sad to hear of Aunt Chris' passing. I find it difficult to think of a time in her company where I wasn't laughing or smiling with her and enjoying her sense of fun and humour. Fun to be with; sometimes outrageous; always wonderful company. The World's light is a little dimmer today without her.

Can't believe that my mate Chrissy this amazing woman is no longer in this world. The fun, laughter, songs and dance we did them all, add to that the instructions into homeopathy/antiques my goodness what didn't this mate of mine know. The world is a sadder place without her smile and her laughter. Hope that all the gang gone before you are giving you the most amazing welcome party. God bless honey till we meet again xx

Wow a world without chris and bill .... what wonderful times we shared with you all
a little bit of old london
The sheik of Arabic with the bar towels
mr grimsdale
Those leaking mobiles before the oast was built and sleep overs
Not realizing annie wasn't her real name for years and ......that laugh
I'm sure uncle bill rex mick taff and our darling georgie coles have been put in their places since she got there
Our thanks to all of you for a wonderful childhood
Here's till we all get to that pub in the sky x x

The Barming & Aylesford Crew have SO many wonderful memories of the fun times we had at the Oast with Bill & Chris. 💖
So very sad that we will no longer be able to hear your wicked laugh Chris.
Thank you for the wonderful times and the help that you gave us all over the years.
You will be sorely missed, but the memories will stay with us.
We have no doubt that you and Bill are already having a party together.
Rest in peace dear Chris. Xxx

Chris...... you probably had no idea of the positive influence you had on Billy's friends whilst we were growing up, me included. You were a natural sharer, took no prisoners and had a brilliant sense of humour - all things we need to see in the adults we look up to and take our cues from. Thank you for the memories, the laughs and the guidance. Rest in peace and be proud of the life you lived and what you gave us. xxxx
PS - I still believe that you cooked that lasagne yourself. x

So sorry to hear of your passing Chris. We’ll always remember the parties and good laughs with all us Moles back in the 70s and 80s. RIP love from us and all the family xxx

We have such wonderful memories of happy times at the Oast - Chris was always so welcoming and always made us feel one of the family. She was a very special lady that will be missed by everyone that knew her.

Brilliant gardener, ace cook and financial whiz with a huge zest for life - Chrissie was taken from us far too soon. She was a talented, witty personality who added much to my life as well as to Graham's. Above all she was incredibly kind. RIP one feisty, stylish lady.

Devistated at the news of your passing, I can't believe we will never see you again 😢 you where my favorite, always laughing and supportive ❤️ great memories of you ❤️ fly high beautiful lady, your at perfect peace with Billy 😇. Sarah xxx