In loving memory of
Gill Holmes
29. 08. 1961 - 05. 02. 2025
In loving memory of Gill
We, Rosie, Lily and Jonny are all devastated to lose our lovely Mum – Gill. But in typical Gill style, she organised her funeral! This is giving a sense of comfort to us, knowing her wishes are being fulfilled as she would want them to be.
Details of the service are provided below. Click the button below to RSVP.
Please note, this is a private invitation sent by Gill’s children. If you have not received the link to this page directly from them we ask that you do not RSVP and respect their wishes.
FUNERAL SERVICE
The funeral service will be held at 11am on Thursday 27 February at Pembroke Lodge, Richmond Park
Pembroke Lodge is set within the stunning Richmond Park in South West London. The Belvedere is a private room on the ground floor of the Georgian Wing, with an open terrace and panoramic views.
Following the service there will be refreshments and a light buffet (chosen by Gill) served until 1pm.
Directions are provided below. There is ample parking and it is easy to catch a taxi from Richmond Station.
Formal funeral attire is not necessary.
It would help us enormously with catering if you could click the RSVP link below.
Following the reception Gill chose a natural burial which will be a private occasion.
DIRECTIONS
Address:
Pembroke Lodge
Richmond Park
Richmond
Surrey
TW10 5HX
Directions:
Pembroke Lodge is inside Richmond Park, close to the Richmond gate entrance. There is plenty of free parking.
The Belvedere is on the ground floor of the Georgian Wing. It has a separate entrance accessed from the right hand side of the building, however you can also enter through the main entrance and then turn right.
Train / Taxi: Both SW trains and the District Line go to Richmond Station. Taxis are plentiful outside; it is a 10 minute drive from the station to Richmond Park – just ask to be dropped off at Pembroke Lodge.
Toilets: Are signposted and situated between the café and The Belvedere.
Step free access: Please note that there are steps leading down to the side entrance into The Belvedere, step free access is available via the main entrance and turn right to continue into The Belvedere.
Exiting the park: The Park is closed to traffic at dusk (approx from 6pm) so entry and exit thereafter is via Richmond Gate only, which is manned by Pembroke Lodge staff. Due to the deer and other wildlife, please take extreme care whilst driving in the park.
DONATIONS
In lieu of floral tributes we invite you to donate to our chosen charity The Mulberry Centre, as a thank you to all the hard work of the Soul Midwife Support team, who have been an incredible support to our mum over the past 18 months.
