Valerie Collins

Valerie Collins (nee Todd) was born 18th April 1943 to Parents Henry (known as Harry) and Janet (known as Jenny). Valerie was one of six Children, there was 3 boys and 3 girls. First came Alan, followed by June, Anthony, Valerie, Harold and last born was Margaret.


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TO MY WIFE VALERIE - WITH LOVE FROM JIMMY

These words, dear Wife are just for you
And come with love to say
I am thinking of you constantly
And miss you more each day

To lose you left me devastated
But when I feel the pain
I only have to close my eyes
And you are with me once again

For you made my life worth living
And although we are apart
Until I hold you once again
You are safe within my heart

So wait for me in heaven dear
I believe it is beautiful there
I cannot wait to be with you
When I climb those golden stairs

Good Night Valerie
Love You
Always & Forever
Jimmy
xxx



TO OUR LOVING MAM - WITH LOVE FROM SHARON & ANTHONY

You can only have one Mam
So love her while you can
Because once she has gone away
You will never forget that very day

You can only have one Mother
You can never have another
So hold her close and hold her tight
Before she flies into the light

Do not waste the time you have with her
Because when she is gone, life is not fair
Hold on to every single day
Before she has to go away

Love You Mam
You will never be forgotten
All our Love
Sharon & Anthony
xxxx



TO A VERY SPECIAL NANA - WITH LOVE FROM GEMMA, MICHAEL & LAUREN

This simple loving Message is especially to say
How sad it is that you are not here to be with us today

For you were gentle and so kind and gave us lots of love
But now you're with the Angels, looking down from up above

It is nice remembering, you're smile and gentle touch
Of a very special Nana who was loved so very much

Each memory we will treasure and hold within our hearts

You are the best Nana anyone could ever wish for

Good Night Nana
Sleep Peacefully
Love You Always & Forever
From
Gemma, Michael & Lauren
xx xx xx



A LETTER FROM HEAVEN

To My Dearest Family: Some things I'd like to say
but first of all to let you know that I arrived okay
I'm writing this from Heaven where I dwell with God above
where there's no more tears or sadness there is just eternal love
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight
remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through
God picked me up and hugged me and he said I welcome you
It's good to have you back again you were missed while you were gone
as for your dearest family they'll be up here later on
I need you here so badly as part of my big plan
there's so much that we have to do to help our mortal man
Then God gave me a list of things he wished for me to do
and foremost on that list of mine is to watch and care for you
And I will be beside you every day and week and year
and when you're sad I'm standing there to wipe away the tear
And when you lie in bed at night the days chores put to flight
God and I are closest to you in the middle of the night
When you think of my life on earth and all those loving years
because you're only human they are bound to bring you tears
But do not be afraid to cry it does relieve the pain
remember there would be no flowers unless there was some rain
I wish that I could tell you of all that God has planned
but if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand
But one thing is for certain though my life on earth is over
I am closer to you now than I ever was before
And to my very many friends trust God knows what is best
I'm still not far away from you I'm just beyond the crest
There are rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb
but together we can do it taking one day at a time
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too
that as you give unto the world so the world will give to you
If you can help somebody who is in sorrow or in pain
then you can say to God at night my day was not in vain
And now I am contented that my life it was worthwhile
knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile
So if you meet somebody who is down and feeling low
just lend a hand to pick him up as on your way you go
When you are walking down the street and you've got me on your mind
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind
And when you feel the gentle breeze or the wind upon your face
that's me giving you a great big hug or just a soft embrace
And when it's time for you to go from that body to be free
remember you're not going you are coming here to me
And I will always love you from that land way up above
Will be in touch again soon
P.S. Michael sends his love


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YOU RAISE ME UP - WESTLIFE - PLAYED AT VALERIE'S FUNERAL GOING INTO CHURCH


When I am down and, oh my soul, so weary;
When troubles come and my heart burdened be;
Then, I am still and wait here in the silence,
Until you come and sit awhile with me.

You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains;
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas;
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders;
You raise me up...
To more than I can be.

You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains;
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas;
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders;
You raise me up...
To more than I can be.

There is no life - no life without its hunger;
Each restless heart beats so imperfectly;
But when you come and I am filled with wonder,
Sometimes, I think I glimpse eternity.

You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains;
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas;
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders;
You raise me up...
To more than I can be.

You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains;
You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas;
I am strong, when I am on your shoulders;
You raise me up...
To more than I can be.

You raise me up...
To more than I can be.


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ALWAYS - JON BON JOVI - PLAYED AT VALERIE'S FUNERAL LEAVING CHURCH

This romeo is bleeding
But you can't see his blood
It's nothing but some feelings
That this old dog kicked up

It's been raining since you left me
Now I'm drowning in the flood
You see I've always been a fighter
But without you I give up

I can't sing a love song
Like the way it's meant to be
Well, I guess I'm not that good anymore
But baby, that's just me

And I will love you, baby - Always
And I'll be there forever and a day - Always
I'll be there till the stars don't shine
Till the heavens burst and
The words don't rhyme
And I know when I die, you'll be on my mind
And I'll love you - Always

Now your pictures that you left behind
Are just memories of a different life
Some that made us laugh, some that made us cry
One that made you have to say goodbye
What I'd give to run my fingers through your hair
To touch your lips, to hold you near
When you say your prayers try to understand
I've made mistakes, I'm just a man

When he holds you close, when he pulls you near
When he says the words you've been needing to hear
I'll wish I was him 'cause those words are mine
To say to you till the end of time

Yeah, I will love you baby - Always
And I'll be there forever and a day - Always

If you told me to cry for you
I could
If you told me to die for you
I would
Take a look at my face
There's no price I won't pay
To say these words to you

Well, there ain't no luck
In these loaded dice
But baby if you give me just one more try
We can pack up our old dreams
And our old lives
We'll find a place where the sun still shines

And I will love you, baby - Always
And I'll be there forever and a day - Always
I'll be there till the stars don't shine
Till the heavens burst and
The words don't rhyme
And I know when I die, you'll be on my mind
And I'll love you - Always


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NAN'S SONG - ROBBIE WILLIAMS - CHOSEN BY GRANDCHILDREN GEMMA, MICHAEL & LAUREN AND PLAYED INSIDE THE CHURCH

You said when youd die that youd walk
with me every day
And Id start to cry and say please dont talk that way
With the blink of an eye the Lord came
and asked you to meet
You went to a better place but He stole you
away from me

And now she lives in heaven
But I know they let her out
To take care of me

Theres a strange kind of light
Caressing me tonight
Pray silence my fear she is near
Bringing heaven down here

I miss your love I miss your touch
But Im feeling you everyday
And I can almost hear you say
"Youve come a long way baby"

And now you live in heaven
But I know they let you out
To take care of me

Theres a strange kind of light
In my bedroom tonight
Pray silence my fear she is near
Bring your heaven down here

You taught me kings and queens
While stroking my hair
In my darkest hour I know you are there
Kneeling down beside me
Whispering my prayer

Yes theres a strange kind of light
Caressing me tonight
Pray silence my fear
She is near
Bringing heaven down here

The next time that we meet
I will bow at her feet
And say wasnt life sweet
Then well prepare
To take heaven down there


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