Steph spent much of her life caring for other people. As a midwife she brought many babies into the world. As a nurse, she cared for children and families. Later, in occupational health, she supported people across Shropshire, often in ways we will never fully know.

She was formidable. Fiercely loyal, impossible to fob off, and not someone who let things slide when people needed help.

To us, she was Mum, Grandmother, sister, and friend. To many others, she was someone who helped, listened, sorted things out, and made difficult moments a little easier.

The funeral service will be held at:

St John the Baptist, Withington, Shrewsbury SY4 4PZ

Date: Wednesday 27th May
Time: 2.30pm

After the service, everyone else is warmly invited to join us afterwards at the wake.

[Wake venue name]
[Wake venue address]
[Town / postcode]

From: approximately 3.30pm

Come, have a drink, and remember her with us.

If you would like to do something in Mum’s memory, we would be grateful for donations to:

[Charity name]

We have chosen this charity because [short reason].

We would love to collect stories, photos, and memories of Mum.

Her grandchildren are still very small. So will only know her through the stories we keep.

So send the small things.

A photo. A line she used to say. A funny moment. A story from work. Something from the old days. What she meant to you. Something ordinary that was very Steph.

(P.s. It's only the family that will see them. So have at it!)

What to wear

Please wear whatever feels right.
As a family, we’d love people to wear a small pop of burgundy or red for Mum, her favourite colour.

Parking

There is limited parking at the church. It's advised to park along the lane than drive up to the church. The pub is closed on a Wednesday, so there may be more parking there.

Flowers

Family flowers are arranged for the service. If you would like to do something in Mum’s memory, a donation to [Charity name] would be very welcome.

Accomodation

For anyone travelling, the nearest places to stay are:

The Mytton & Mermaid
Atcham, Shrewsbury, SY5 6QG

The Corbet Arms
Church Road, Uffington, Shrewsbury, SY4 4SN

The Lion + Pheasant
Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury, SY1 1XJ