Alison Williams’ Funeral

A message from Ben and Sam Williams with details of their mother, Alison’s, funeral.

Funeral details for Mum

Dear All

Once again, we must beat the sad drum of time and let you know that after one hell of a fight it is finally time to say goodbye to a mother, friend, colleague, and incredible lady that was Alison Williams.

Her funeral will be held on Friday 28th January 2022, at 2.40pm at

Barham Crematorium
Canterbury Road (A260)
Barham
Nr Canterbury
Kent CT4 6QU

There is a celebration of her life afterward at Canterbury Rugby Club Merton Lane North, Canterbury CT4 7DZ

All are welcome, though if you are attending both the funeral and the celebration, we would ask that you please contact Kirsty Walder on  kirsty@cantrugby.co.uk and confirm, to assist us with the catering. We can’t wait to share a beer and a story and let’s see her off in the style that she deserves.

She did however have some requests:

For years Mum told us that she didn’t want anyone to wear black to her funeral and in her notes we can tell you she really meant it! She would like everyone to turn up in as colourful clothing as they feel comfortable and has threatened to come and haunt anyone who turns up in black – so probably best not!

She also only wanted family flowers and Alison has requested that instead of flowers donations to ’The Alison Williams Foundation’ a Charitable Foundation created through Canterbury Rugby Club to establish an Academy for boys, girls, underprivileged and disabled to further their attainment in rugby.

As you might expect from Alison there will be buckets on each door at Barham on the day to raise money.

Payments can be made to The Canterbury Rugby Charity

Handelsbanken, Canterbury Rugby Charity Sort Code 40-51-62 Account no. 24746710

Or cheques can be sent to;
Kirsty Walder
Canterbury Rugby Charity
Canterbury RFC
Merton Lane North
Nackington Road
Canterbury
CT47AZ

Please understand that through sheer volume of response it is impossible for us to reply to everyone but your voices have all been heard and hugely appreciated. We look forward to see you on the day and in between wish everybody happiness, peace and love as you continue your journey through this game of life.

Big hugs, kisses, cuddles, hand shakes or whatever you feel appropriate.

Ben and Sam