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MARIAN HASLAM RIP

Her radiant smile said it all. Her eyes

shone and those who met with Marian
felt the better for it. Even in her last
weeks as she faced death with such
courage and a sense of wonder for what
lay ahead she remained concerned for

others. Her life and faith were of a
piece. In so many ways she led a life of
loving service – nurse, probation officer,
churchwarden, Shropshire Historic
Churches Trust, church dusting and a
welcoming hostess to her home with
John. back after thirty years of remission. She

There was a graciousness and dignity in never complained or burdened others.

all she did. Her marriage to John She was determined to make eighty and
brought their two families together and her last wish was to paddle in the sea at
what delight she took in the children Aberdovey. She just made it. Ludlow –
and grandchildren which was reflected especially Mill Street - is poorer for her
in the tributes and joy of her funeral passing and we mourn with John and the
service. family but she stays with us as an
example of Christian witness and care
Marian had a tough time in that last year who selflessly enriched our lives.

of treatment for the cancer which came
Michael Day

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