In Loving Memory
Chris Le
Mum was adored, not only by us, her daughters, but her five grandchildren, who couldn’t have loved their Nanny more. She always found time for us all, an inspiring woman and mother who will live on in our hearts and be ever present in our future through all that she imparted to us. Loved forever and always.
Chris's Life Story
Mum was born on 23rd August 1951 to Adam and Peggy Szaper. A sister to Stan, Jo and Henry.
She grew up in Tooting but quickly caught the travel bug throughout her younger years, living on a Kibbutz in Israel for a spell, an experience she talked about often and counted amongst her best. Travel is something she continued for most of her life, loving trips with friends over the years and long weekends in various European destinations with family.
Mum to three daughters, Amanda, Jenny and Karen, as well as their partners David, Phil and Dan, Nanny to five grandchildren, Melia, Alba, Larna, Oscar and just a month ago Maeva, she was and remains the centre of the family to which she gave everything.
The first on the dance floor, passionate about music, a lover of food, wine and of course vodka - her tipple of choice, always cracking terrible jokes, loving deeply and leaving everyone she met with so much, she will be missed more than imaginable.
It was always going to be too soon to say goodbye but a life, lived well, is long enough and she lived hers to the fullest.
Funeral Details
Bluebell Cemetery: Old London Rd, Halstead, Sevenoaks TN14 7AE
27th April 2022
10am – 11am
Please don’t feel the need to wear black or dress very formally. Her favourite colour was blue, so we invite you to give a nod to that if you wish to.
She asked that if people wanted to give flowers it is just a single rose stem. We’ve also included on the page a button to donate to the MND Association, a charity focused on improving access to care, research and campaigning for people affected by motor neurone disease.
Please note, the service is at Bluebell Cemetery/Crematorium near Sevenoaks, not Bluebell Hill Crematorium, which is a different location.
Wake
Condolences & Memories
(14)Chris was a wonderful aunt and will be missed. My thoughts are with all the family.
Dear Chris – you were a wonderful woman and friend. You always had time for family, friends and fun. I know that you were a hardworking and caring TA at York Road. You leave behind a beautiful family, all of whom are in credit to you. It was a privilege to know you. We will all miss you. Rest in peace dear Chris. With love Jennie xxx
I will always remember the long weekend in Paris going by train on Persil tickets Chris had acquired. We went with Nhan as well. It was a lovely time visiting all the sights and eating good food. A special memory of our time together.
I can’t think of one special memory with Aunite Chris as they were all so precious. Words are not enough to describe what an amazing unique person she was. I do know that life was amazing with her in it and that I’m so glad to of shared so many fun family times together Xxxx
Dear Chris. A lovely lovely lady who showed such strength over the last year. A lifelong friend that I will always remember with such fondest memories. You created such a wonderful family with your beautiful 3 girls and their partners and I know cherished the love and support they all gave you during this last year. Love to you all. Carol xxxx
Dear Chris, I will always remember our laughs we had when we worked together in storeys gate. You were an amazing friend even though we hadn’t seen each other as life got in the way I will always remember your kindness. You will be missed by many Chris. Rest in peace lovely. Love Brenda Xxx
Hi Chris Loved our little chats on our patio you always had a smile on your face even though you where struggling. Seeing the look of live on your face with your children and grandchildren was lovely to see. Always on the go never one to sit and mope. Strength is what we will remember you for. Rest in Peace Chris. Love Amber & Lennie xx
It was wonderful growing up together in a loving environment. Throughout our lives we have enjoyed many years of doing all sorts of different things, including lots of happy short and long holidays away, in the UK and abroad. So many special memories. Chris was dearly loved and will be sorely missed, but never forgotten.
The Gregory Family will be eternally grateful for the love & support Chris gave Frank when she was his LSA in junior school . For four years she cared for him from aged 7 to 11 , and we have never forgotten her kindness and dedication . It meant everything to me as a mum to have somebody lovely like her caring for my child . We kept in touch and saw how proud she was of her beautiful daughters and grandchildren . As I said to Karen , she left an imprint of kindness on the world and in our memories ,that will never leave . ❤️
One of my happy memories of Chris is when we went to Krakow with Jo and Laura. We used to take a chance and get on and off the tram without paying. Chris was convinced that the secret police were going to arrest us at any moment, but obviously, they didn’t. She wasn’t happy until we landed at Gatwick and was relieved to not be arrested by customs and excise for fare evasion in another country. Good old Chris. Throughout her illness, she was very brave, but now she is finally at peace. Bye mate. x
Chris – you were a very special lady with so many life experiences and stories to share and knowledge and wisdom to impart. You and I shared many a giggle in our Alto section in Dartford Township Choir and many a smile when it all came together, especially the Mbawula concerts. We will miss you terribly at our St Anselm’s Ladies’ afternoon teas but you will always be with us in our hearts and minds Rest in peace dear friend
Chris – you were a very special lady with so many life experiences and stories to share and knowledge and wisdom to impart. You and I shared many a giggle in our Alto section in Dartford Township Choir and many a smile when it all came together, especially the Mbawula concerts. We will miss you terribly at our St Anselm’s Ladies’ afternoon teas but you will always be with us in our hearts and minds. Rest in peace dear friend xx
Chris and I grew up together and remained lifelong friends and always will be. I have many happy memories of the times we spent together. Memories that I will always treasure. Lots of love Chris Ange xx
So many good memories of you Chris; your generous hospitality when visiting you. You visiting Wales with Nhan & your mother long ago! Taking you & Nhan to Gower, to our favourite beach & you couldn’t believe the length & breath & the fact that it was almost empty of people! not anymore. I will miss your emails/cards/photo’s of family/phone calls – never enough time! Be at peace my dear friend…
