Who was Jean Cawley (née Witherick)?

Jean managed to outlive two husbands (and probably a third bit we’ll never know on that one!)

She is survived by her grandsons Allan and Nigel from her son Ian who sadly pre-deceased, her son Peter and his family, as well as her step-Daughter Hazel and family.

How can I leave a tribute or memory?

You can share your memories or tributes through the ‘Leave a Tribute’ section on this website. If you wish to send anything physical please post it to:
Allan Siao Ming Witherick, 13 Boundary Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 4DW.

Is there a way to support Jean’s legacy?

In her will she asked that flowers were only sent by the immediate family and that instead people be asked to donate to her chosen charity:
Demelza House Hospice Care for children at Rook Lane, Bobbing, Sittingbourne, Kent ME9 8DZ (registered charity number 1039651) https://www.demelza.org.uk/

We have setup a justgiving page which allows you to donate (including Giftaid) where appropriate at: https://www.justgiving.com/page/jeancawleywitherick
(Note: You can set the amount for the platform fee for JustGiving to be zero (click to enter an amount manually rather than using the slider). They take a cut of GiftAid anyway.)

Can I view photos or stories from Jean’s life?

We are slowly updating the ‘Gallery’ and ‘Stories’ sections.

Getting to the funeral – Blackwall Tunnel, Silvertown Tunnel, Dartford Crossing and travel

London of course has the ULEZ and Congestion charges. There are a couple of new obstacles which have started in the last few months.

School zones – Please be aware that in some areas they have new pedestrian only areas near to schools. There’s a list for those in Lewisham, they are time limited but be warned as some SatNavs may not recognise the time you’re travelling through them so please keep aware of signage: https://lewisham.gov.uk/myservices/parking/schoolstreets/schools-streets-programme-streets-outside-schools

Blackwall Tunnel and Silvertown Tunnel – There are now charges in place to use these crossings at most times. You can benefit from a discount for off-peak travel if you register in advance. https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/driving/silvertown-blackwall-tunnels-charge

Dartford Crossing – This one has been charged for some time, and may be cheaper for many thank using Blackwall or Silvertown Tunnels. https://www.gov.uk/pay-dartford-crossing-charge/charges