Joan Burchell
1932 - 2025 | Sheffield
We have created this page in loving memory of our one-of-a-kind mum, mum-in-law and Mama, Joan Burchell.
Beautiful on the inside and out. Talented but so humble, she radiated love, kindness, warmth and positivity. She had a unique ability to make all those she met feel positive and special.
She was an integral part of our family - intertwined in all we did together. She had so much love to give and would do anything to help others.
Mama loved a giggle, a cuddle and a glass of wine. “Ooh duck” she would often say.
An incredible role model, she embraced every opportunity that came her way and lived life to the full - setting an example to us all with her no-nonsense, honest approach to life.
Every minute of every day she was loved by her family and, through life, we will carry with us the most amazing memories of special times with her.
At the end, the care she received from St Luke’s Hospice was outstanding - Mama was treated with kindness and dignity in calm and comfortable surroundings - just what this special lady deserved.
Although Mama was only an in-patient for a very short time, we will will be forever grateful for the professionalism, compassion and kindness shown by the St Luke’s team to our family. In memory of Mama, we would welcome donations to St Luke’s to support this unique and wonderful Sheffield institution.
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Thoughts and Donations
£30.00 + £7.50 GiftAid
Simply the Best! The most wonderful, kind, caring, funny, selfless and loving Mama, who loved life and took joy from seeing other people happy. You are irreplaceable and have been the most amazing inspiration to us in every way. We miss you so much Mama and you will always be with us every day. A huge thanks to the amazing team at St. Luke's Hospice who looked after Mama with such dignity and care, and supported all the family in so many ways. Lots of love Emma, James, Otto and Jonah X
Donated by James Royal - 06/02/2025
£21.60 + £5.40 GiftAid
In loving memory of Mama. She was a wonderful example of how to live life to the full. She will be in our hearts forever. May she rest in peace Amen.
Donated by Margaret Pepall - 06/02/2025
£10.00 + £2.50 GiftAid
In memory of lovely Mama. It was our pleasure to have you in our lives. Love from Dora and Josh xxx
Donated by Dora Poulton - 06/02/2025
£10.00 + £2.50 GiftAid
RIP to a wonderful lady. What a woman she was! Just so lovely in every way. And a woman we all consider as family given how long we had the pleasure of knowing her and the memories we have.
Donated by Harry Pepall - 06/02/2025
£30.00
In memory of a wonderful woman who was there throughout my teenage years, like a second Mother . Xxxx
Donated by Julie Baker - 04/02/2025
£193.23 + £48.31 GiftAid
Words cannot express what a special Mum you were - kind, caring, thoughtful, supportive and you displayed your unconditional love in so many ways. You always made me and everyone around you feel, safe, loved and capable of achieving anything. Everyone loved you so much. You lit up a room with your warm smile. I will miss you in a million ways, especially our chats, cuddles and giggles. You were such an integral part of our lives, you will never be forgotten and your legacy will live on. I’m so proud to say that you were my Mum. Sincerest thanks to ALL the staff at St Luke’s Hospice who were so professional, kind, compassionate and empathetic. Mum died peacefully in a beautiful environment with your special care. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. With all our love, Valerie & Martin.
Donated by Valerie Ross - 01/02/2025
£54.60 + £13.65 GiftAid
I'm making this donation to St Luke’s in memory of our one-in-million Mama. I know you'd have felt so lucky to have been looked after there at the end. You’d have said ‘Ooh duck, it’s like a hotel here, and the staff are so lovely and kind.’ I feel the luckiest person to have had you in my life for so long. You always made me feel so loved, safe and happy. I miss your cuddles, your advice. I miss calling in for a cuppa. I miss our shopping trips and adventures. I just miss spending time with you. I miss you. Everywhere I look I keep finding little reminders of you - the Florida keyring you gave to Felix, the M&Ms in the treat drawer, the elephant stool you bought the boys, the super strong jug you gave us which is so handy! You were so wise and would move heaven and earth to help me and the boys. I’ll always carry you with me, Mama. Wherever I go and whatever I do, I’ll always try and be more like Mama. Our life together was built on love, and I will love you forever. Thank you for being the best Mama I could ever wish for x
Donated by Natalie Harrison - 24/01/2025