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June Margaret Walker (Kelly) of Hainault, Essex passed away peacefully on Feb 17, 2023 at the age of 86. Born in Bethnal Green, London May 11, 1936 to Patrick & Alice Kelly. June is survived by her 4 children Wayne Walker, Kevin Walker, Tracey Drew (Paul Drew), Susan Hans (Peter Hans) and grandchildren Jade, Chelsea, Chloe, Georgie, Paris, Nathan, Molly, Emma & Maddie. Sisters Doreen Batley, Kathy Kelly, Sisters-In-Law Sheila Lockyer & Sylvia Miles. Predeceased by her loving husband George William Walker, sisters Eileen Kelly, Linda Kelly, George Kelly, Peter Kelly, Derek Kelly, Johnny Kelly. June grew up in the east end of London and survived the blitz with her family sheltering in place or down at Bethnal Green tube station. June, a cockney through and through, met her husband George, a black cab driver, and fell madly in love. George, taken too soon after left June to raise their four children. The strength and courage of June helped her to lead a life that helped many. Always opening her door to friends of her kids who needed a place to be. Although terrified of flying, after the birth of her youngest daughter’s 2nd child, June mustered the courage to get on a plane and headed to America overcoming her fears for the love of family. June made it through a couple of bouts of cancer and other ailments always appearing stronger on the other side. Sadly, June was diagnosed with vascular dementia in February of 2022 and this progressed quickly. June who could sometimes come across fierce had a heart of gold and would stick up for her family not matter what. We are so thankful for June, her stories of olden days and her ability to overcome adversity. We will carry June’s strength on with us as we continue our days. June's Funeral will be held on March 8th, 2023 at 10.30am at Manor Park Cemetery, Sebert Rd, London E7 0NP. Please join us directly after the burial at Hainault Golf Club, In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be sent in June’s name to Battersea Dogs home a place near and dear to her heart. https://tributefund.battersea.org.uk/In-Memory/June-Walker
