June Self (5 May 1941 - 18 Jan 2022)

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St Mary's Church Hook-with-Warsash Church Road Warsash SO31 9GF
Date
31st Jan 2022
Time
11am
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The Rising Sun 74 Shore Road Warsash SO31 9FT
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In loving memory of June Self who sadly passed away on 18th January 2022, with her husband, son and daughter by her side.

June was born in Bath in 1941, and raised in Essex, where she lived for the majority of the first part of her life, before spending significant parts of her later life living in Shropshire and Hampshire.

In June’s early career she worked on the legal team for a high court case for the author Leon Uris that helped bring justice for survivors of Auschwitz. June wrote about this in her own book, “The Fourth Angel”, and she is referenced as “Sheila Lamb” in Leon Uris’ book “QBV11” which is also loosely based on the same court case.

Later, June met the love of her life, her husband Mike, while they both were working on the fruit and vegetables exchange in London. Mum held the auspicious title of Head of Apples! June and Mike have had a great many adventures , over their 46 years together; they loved to travel and couldn't resist a "doer upper" of a house! They had two children, Robert and Elizabeth, and three granddaughters, Imogen, Phoebe, and Eve. June was the most wonderful, caring wife, mother and Nana.

June was a fun loving, social, formidable and feisty person. She always "said it like it is" and everyone appreciated this quality. People gravitated towards her in a room, she shined so bright and laughed so loud. She also had the loudest sneezes ever!

Mum loved to sing and was part of many choirs, in church and when she and Dad travelled on a cruise.
She also loved to paint and draw, a trait that has been passed on to her 3 granddaughters.

June also loved animals, riding horses throughout her life and caring for lots of rescue dogs.

There wasn't much that Mum didn't love in life or want to try and this was shown by her passion for sport, and dangerous sports at that! She often went skiing in her younger days, played squash at her local club in Essex and adored tennis. For 2 weeks when Wimbledon was on we were not allowed to disturb her! She also would "encourage" Dad and us to turn our hand to a new sport, this included Dad wind surfing in Mexico!!

June liked all the good things in life: sunshine, music, art, nature, good wine, ice cream and chocolate but most of all laughter! June travelled to many parts of the world and enjoyed wherever she went. June was a very social person and loved meeting people, particularly if it gave her the chance to use her language skills.

She will be missed terribly, but we realize how lucky we were to have had her in our lives. We love you June, Mum and Nana. Xx

Edward Self donated in memory of June

Always Love Always Together xxx

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David & Anne Johnson donated in memory of June

We will always treasure our memories of June who was always such fun to be with.

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Rachel Self donated £50 in memory of June
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Linda and maurice Short donated £20 in memory of June

God bless June we will. Miss you and our chats and our laughs. Sleep in peace. Linda and Maurice

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Geraldine Deamer donated in memory of June

RIP June Love Geraldine Bernard and family

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Kristina Porter donated £30 in memory of June

💜💜💜

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Edward Self donated in memory of June

To the the FOURTH ANGEL

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Carol Mumford donated £40 in memory of June

Dear Self family, such a sad loss, a talented lady taken to soon.

I am so sorry I cannot make the funeral but my heart thoughts and prayers are with you all. Xxcarol

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Peter Thomas donated in memory of June

In loving memory of June
from Aunt Gladys, Peter and Vicky

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Richard Albon donated in memory of June

With love and fond memories. Maggie and Richard Albon

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Rachel McDermott donated £30 in memory of June

Truly missed and fondly remembered! June was definitely the cool mum! Love June’s energy, honesty, stories and advice. Sending Mike, Liz, Rob and your families lots of love and hugs at this difficult time xxx

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Maureen Belle donated £20 in memory of June

In memory of my dear, irreplaceable treasure of a friend, June Self

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Emily PRYDDEN wrote

Rest in peace June, thinking of all the family at this very sad time.

Lots of love

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Carol Reid donated £30 in memory of June

Lots of love at this sad time. X

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Iris Israel donated £20 in memory of June

Thinking of you all x

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Nell Self donated £40 in memory of June

All my love

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Mike Self wrote

Fabulous memories fantastic times together
Fell in love the moment I met you my friend of my lifetime.
Always love you always we are together xxx

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Susan Armstrong donated in memory of June

Thinking of you all at this sad time.

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Alex Collinson donated £54.05 in memory of June

Rob, Elizabeth and Mike, our thoughts are are with you all at this difficult time. I know you all have so many wonderful memories of June which will live on with each of you. I remember and thank June for such generous hospitality when we were at KES all those years ago. Best wishes from the Collinsons in Sydney. Alex, Nina, Charlotte and Matthew.

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Adam Short wrote

As mother in laws go.. You were the best you are missed dearly. X

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Elizabeth Self donated in memory of June

I carry your heart in my heart. Xx

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Mike Jenkins donated in memory of June

Dear Rob, Liz, Mike and family. What a lovely obituary and photographs. I remember meeting June for the first time - larger than life and she always made us all feel so welcome at yours. Sending you all our heartfelt condolences.
With love
Mike, Emma, Nia and Lorna

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Richard Andrew donated £40 in memory of June

In memory of June, with love and best wishes to Mike, Rob, Elizabeth and all of June's family, friends and loved ones.

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Rosie Harris donated £40 in memory of June

For June - the cool mum who always had time for us, just as we did for her. Forever in my thoughts, you will be missed. Love rosie xxx

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Robert Self & family donated in memory of June

You gave us everything. Thank you.

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