A service to celebrate the life of Gretta Blacknell was held at Beckenham Methodist Church on Monday, 22nd January 2024 at 2pm.
The chief mourners were Mr & Mrs Paul Blacknell (Farnham) and Mr & Mrs Andrew Blacknell (London), sons; Anna Blacknell, Tom Blacknell, Libby Blacknell, Harry Blacknell, Joe Blacknell, Jed Blacknell and Ben Blacknell (grandchildren). The general body of mourners included Ms Sharon Thornton (niece) and Ms Nichola Goad (niece), Mr & Mrs Mark Blacknell (nephew) and Mstr Ben Blacknell (grand nephew) . The bearers were Gretta’s seven grandchildren.
A recording of the service is available to replay via YouTube along with a copy of the Order of Service.
The Eulogy was delivered by Paul and a Family Tribute by Andrew.
Gretta was laid to rest next to David, the following day at Clandon Wood, a natural burial ground comprising thirty-one acres of traditional wildflower meadowland, lakes, wetland and young woodland. An informal ceremony was held, attended by her immediate family, where they shared memories with each other.
Please feel free to view photographs taken during the service and committal.
Paul & Andrew
The family have asked that donations are made to Dementia UK in her name.
