Remembering Barbara Markham: Dressmaker, nature lover, and cherished friend, 1927 - 2023

By Laura Linham 3rd Aug 2023

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Tributes by Laura Linham 3rd Aug 2023

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Celebrating Barbara Markham: seamstress of stories, weaver of wilderness, and heart of friendship, 1927 - 2023

Barbara (Ba) Oriel Swinburne Markham (born 1 January 1927) passed away peacefully in her sleep on 19 July 2023.

She will be lovingly remembered by her family and friends. Ba loved nature and enjoyed gardening and Scottish dancing. She was a brilliant dressmaker into her late 70s. Many will remember her stylish, colourful creations.

All those who knew her are welcome to attend her funeral at St Peter's in Evercreech at 10.30am on Monday 21st August

(with the burial to be attended by close family and friends at around 11.10am at Evercreech cemetery)

Wake to follow at The Bell Inn on Bruton Road, Evercreech.

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