Audrey Bell RIP

It was with considerable sadness that we heard of the death of Audrey Bell on Friday, 30^th July.  For all our sadness, however, I think many of us were not surprised.  She had been ill for quite a long time, but overcame its impact on her as she set her sights on nursing and caring for Ron.  After his death, her grief and the overwhelming nature of her own sickness quite quickly got the better of her.

Audrey brought much to Saint Philip’s over many years.  Her sharp insights and commitment was part of what underpinned the congregation through some difficult times.

Most of all, however, she was a tireless support and friend to Ron in all he did.  Her quiet advice and strength, I am sure, shone through much of what he did.  They were indeed an equal partnership and they will always be remembered together as Ron and Audrey. 

Her funeral Mass was celebrated on the Feast of the Transfiguration with many friends around as we bade her farewell.  May she rest in peace.

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