'If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven, and bring you home again...' A few poetic lines that mum felt worth writing down in her phone book

Thankyou to everyone who has made donations, our Mum would have been super excited to have seen how much is raised for charity. For all of you who sent cards with well wishes to our family, we made a memory box to stay along side Mum, so your thoughts are now with her. For those who are not able to be with us for her funeral on Monday, we know how much Mum meant to you and please feel free to remember Elaine in the quirky ways you knew her.. Almost time for Mum to take her seat on a stool on a cloud. She would be the only one up there with freedom to roam but would be happiest sitting with a cigarette and her phone.

Thank you to everyone who so kindly donated to Blue Cross in memory of Elaine. We feel honoured to have received these kind gifts which will make a huge difference to the many pets that need our help every day. On behalf of all the Blue Cross team and all the pets in our care, thank you again for your generosity. Our thoughts are with all of Elaine's family and friends at this difficult time.