From Kathy Topley on 20/5/2006

H, I dont remember much of my life without you in it......Even though you and Dad never married, you were truelly a step mum to me and I love you dearly. I remember all the talks we have had over the years, from advice you gave me when I was heart broken over my first 'serious' boyfriend dumping me in my later teenage years, through to you discussing the plans you were making for matters after you had died. I honestly dont think I have (or ever will) meet anyone as brave as you - the way you have handled these past months has been truelly amazing. The respect I hold for you now and always is infinate. So caring and thoughtful. I am pleased you can rest comfortably - I know you would want us all to laugh together, and we do. You know how much we all love you and that we will help each other over the coming months. With much love, kath xxx