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The obituary notice of Valerie Ena ASHLEY

Plymouth | Published in: Plymouth Herald.

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Valerie EnaASHLEYIs it with profound sadness that the family would like to announce the sudden peaceful passing of Valerie on 25th April 2026, aged 91 years.

Beloved wife of David (deceased), much loved and adored mother of Mark and wife Annie. Beloved sister of Jean and all of her family. Greatly adored and much loved nan and nannie to her grandchildren Scott and wife Nic, Alexandra and husband Dave and great grandchildren Connor, Chloe, Issy, George, Kai and Jasmine. Truly loved by all her close extended family and friends. She was our guiding light.

You are near, even if we don't see you You are with us, even if you are far away You are in our hearts, our thoughts and in our lives always and forever.

Funeral service to be held at St Mary's Church, Tamarton Foliot on Friday 22nd May 2026 at 11.30am followed by a private cremation at The Park Crematorium. All are welcome to join the family at The Café in The Park at 1pm to give comfort to each other and reflect on times shared.

Family flowers only. Donations in memory will benefit Children's Hospice South West via retiring collection or by via www.plymouthfuneraldirectors.com under 'Funeral Notices'. Knapman Family Independent Funeral Directors
20 Mannamead Road,
Plymouth, PL4 7AA
01752 603552

info@knapmanfamilyltd.co.uk
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Donation left by Derek Walket
13/05/2026
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In loving memory

From Plymouth Musical Activities Club, past present and future
Donation left by Plymouth Musical Activities Club
13/05/2026
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To support my darling Mums charity.
Donation left by Mark Ashley
12/05/2026
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Rest your soul, lovely lady. You taught me so much at a young age. I have kept it with me always. xx Angela (nee Dittmer).
Angie
10/05/2026
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Our very dear friend Val who inspired us by example. Your friendship meant everything to us, you were loving, kind and generated warmth. You'll be missed always & never forgotten. Reunited with your beloved David now. Take care over the rainbow bridge. Love Always. Brian & Lin Beaty.
Donation left by Linda Beaty
10/05/2026
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Nan, my heart is broken. You were such a loving, loyal and caring lady, a true role model to us all. You were always there for me, Nichola, Connor, Chloe, Isabelle and George with your love, kindness and support. We will cherish every memory and never forget the warmth you brought into our lives. You will be deeply missed and forever loved. Xxxxxx
Scott Ashley
10/05/2026
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Scott Ashley
10/05/2026
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Such a lovely person and an inspiration to all. Her working life devoted to teaching children. A great supporter of her husbands David’s Legacy of PMAC. It has been a privilege to have known her. God bless.
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09/05/2026
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