Dear Aunty Chris
I'll never forget my first memory of you. As a die hard Chelsea fan (at 5 years old) you tried to convince me to become an Aston Villa fan along with your beloved twin sister Aunty Rita who thought West Ham were the better fit. I still remember as you both argued on which team was better and which I should be supporting "How dare these two crazy ladies question my loyalty to Chelsea, how awfully rude". It was on this very same day, I learnt that first impressions aren't everything, although that may have had something to do with the £10 note (after I negotiated you up from £5) you slipped me to tell Aunty Rita that Villa were better than West Ham. The smile on your face when I complied proved it was a worthy investment. You were always a joker, the joy you brought to any room you entered was infectious and you had a wonderful knack of lifting those around you. You have always been so supportive of our family summed up by travelling all the way to Japan with your sister, our Nain, Mary for my parents (David & Michiko) wedding. As a family we cannot thank you enough for everything you have done for all of us. You'll always have a special place in our hearts, forever loved and dearly missed. Rest in peace Aunty Chris.
Michael Hughes
13/08/2025
