Benjamin Mark Shaw (29 Jul 2009 - 23 Mar 2021)
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- Location
- Gravesend Crematorium Gravesend Road Shorne DA12 3JH
- Date
- 20th Apr 2021
- Time
- 4pm
In loving memory of Benjamin Mark Shaw who sadly passed away on 23rd March 2021 after a short but determined fight against a rare paediatric brain cancer.
Benjamin was diagnosed with a rare brain tumour known as DIPG last August. He underwent two brain surgeries and a course of radiotherapy. He had gained a place at Dartford Grammar School and was so determined to be there for the first day that he did so and continued to attend throughout the radiotherapy and beyond. In December we had the devastating news that the tumours had spread to his spine. Benjamin never stopped fighting no matter what and he was the bravest person we have ever met. He passed away peacefully, at home, surrounded by family.
The funeral will be held on 20 April 2021 at St Mary's Church, Fawkham, followed by a cremation at Thamesview Crematorium. Sadly, due to Covid-19 restrictions, attendance is limited though we are hoping to share a recording of elements of the service.
In lieu of flowers, we would prefer donations to be made in Benjamin's honour. We will be supporting two charities at the funeral and in the coming months. Firstly, Abbie's Army (https://www.abbiesarmy.co.uk) who are a small brain tumour research charity focused on making progress in the fight to find a cure for DIPG tumours - Amanda, the founder, sadly lost her own daughter to DIPG and works tirelessly to support work and resources across the UK. Secondly, The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity (https://www.royalmarsden.org). The team at The Royal Marsden, Sutton supported Benjamin and the wider family throughout his treatment with the utmost care and compassion - the work they do is truly invaluable in the hardest of circumstances and we can never thank them enough.
We have been thankful for and humbled by the support we have received since Benjamin's passing, but if you would like to upload any comments, photos, memories, or stories to this page, that would mean a great deal to us as we do everything we can to remember the joy that Benjamin brought to us all.
Dearest Benjamin - our very own superhero.
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Benjamin was a lovely young boy who once appeared at Sutton at hone primary , he was always kind and helping around the school , we miss u , rest in peace x
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RGA UK have made a bank transfer of £1,000 to the Royal Marsden as our employee, Sandra Said, and her son, Michael wanted to recognise their valued work and support. Apologies we cant donate via this JustGiving page, but we know this donation in Benjamin's honour will be put to good use by them.
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Thank you so much! That’s amazing! 🧡🧡
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Benjamin, I will love and miss you forever. I’m so lucky I got to be your big sister and you will forever hold the most special place in my heart 🧡🧡I will treasure our memories forever and I promise to make you proud. Sleep tight my angel, I love you xx
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My sincerest condolences. I hope you can take solace and pride in the immense positive impact Benjamin has inspired, and I wish you all the love in beginning your journey of healing as a family.
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Dear Sam, Mark and Family I’m so sorry for the loss of your gorgeous boy ❤️ all my love to you always xxx
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Benjamin - you were taken from us far too soon .
I love you and will miss you every day xx
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So sad to hear of this terrible news.
Love all the Battison’s
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Such a wonderful brave young boy
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Thinking of you at this terrible time
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Benjamin, I will love and miss you forever. I’m so lucky I got to be your big sister and you will forever hold the most special place in my heart 🧡🧡I will treasure our memories forever and I promise to make you proud. Sleep tight my angel, I love you xx
Always side by side, such an amazing friend 🧡
So many happy memories, this is one of my favourites x We love and miss you so much xxx
Benjamin, the boy with the widest smile and the biggest heart, forever in mine xx
Such a great day with Benjamin and his friends from Sutton-at-Hone. Shine bright in the sky Benjamin.
Such happy memories of our times spent together. Benjamin, you will always have a very special place in our hearts. Fly high darling boy. xxxx
Always with the biggest smile.
We were so blessed to have you in our lives. You were the best friend to Jacob and like a little brother to Gabby 🧡
How else would you play video games? 😂 we love and miss you Benjamin 🧡 Ton, Neil, Gabby and Jacob xx
A wonderful day at Legoland. Jacob’s Buddy always and forever 🧡
Forever Sutton boy’s you will always be remembered with your lovely smile, Landon had a great friend in you.. such a smart bright boy and always made Landon laugh. He misses you so much.. we know you will be shinning bright up there.
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