Whilst this is not the place for personal blogging, some of you will want to know of, and a few of you will have met my mother I thought I should say something here. When Abraham was living in Mamre1 near the Dead Sea, three men visited him. He welcomed them and they honoured him by eating with him. Two of them walked on. One remained behind to speak with Abraham about the reasons for their visit. My mother attained ninety-nine years in November, and on Sunday past whilst we waited by her bed-side, two such men visited her. The District Nurse had not long left. We did not see them, nor hear their footsteps, but she left the house with them to be taken to her eternal home. Though we did not see them come or go, they left her body without breath, so that we would know they had been.
The One who remained to speak with Abraham later said: In my Father’s house are many rooms. I go to prepare a place for you, and if I go to prepare a place for you, I shall return to take you to myself.2
She was a good mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and great-aunt to many as well a friend. We thank God for her many years, and for giving her grace to persevere in weakness, illness and pain in her last days.
Christine Moffatt: She was a beautiful mum the one I never had and thanks to being married to you I enjoyed her love as well❤️
Linda Gibson: Sincere condolences Stuart Moffatt * Christine Moffatt . I only met her a few times but she was an amazing woman of her generation, strong, stoic and determined. May she rest.in beautiful peace ❤
Jenny Hensman: Oh so sorry for your loss Stuart, Christine and family. What a lovely way to describe her transition to her heavenly home!
Laura Sutherland: Sending lots of love to you all ❤️ xxx
Tom Bruce: My condolences Stuart.
Susie Murray: I loved her so very much. She became someone really important in my life and I will miss her greatly
Barbara Ottley: Oh this is sad news (for all of us but not for Maisie) Love from us, and all at West Hill.
Jennette Coggan: My condolences Stuart and family x
Sue Hough: Sincere condolences to you Stuart, Chris and all your family. She was a wonderful lady. She is at peace now. Love and hugs from Sue, Don & Audrey ❤️. Xxx
Eija Lees: Big hugs to you, Chris and family❤️ We will treasure the time we spent with you guys, while here on holidays. She will be missed❤️
Beryl Spenceley: Maisie was a lovely strong loving sister although she lived afar she was well loved RIP Maisie solely missed Val x Beryl. Take care Stuart and all your family’s x
Ray-Judy Pountney: “when I call to remembrance that unfeigned faith , which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice ” this verse reminds us of Maisie a grandmother and a mother of faith an amazing woman of grace. May the Lord comfort and strengthen you all especially at this time with love Ray and Judy
Sylvia Cushen: So sorry to hear of your loss but we know that she is now out of pain and at peace in the presence of her Lord, which is far better. May you all know His comfort and presence at this hard time. xxx
Anne Lees: She was beloved. We so loved the time we spent with her. Sending our love and hugs to you all. To you Stuart Moffatt and your family and to you John Moffatt and your family. Love Anne & Elijah.
John Moffatt: Anne Lees thank you, she will be missed by all my family. Thai & england.
Joe Long: Maisie was a lovely lady, as English as the day was long!! She was a lovely, steady, calm Christian- and our neighbour for over 12 years. I will miss our little chats at the bus stop, while waiting for the 430 to Putney High Street. Mandy and I are so pleased that she is with her Saviour, all her pain gone. We remind ourselves that the best is yet to come, and a wonderful reunion awaits us all. Our love and prayers go out to those left behind. Maisie hasn’t gone far, just next door into the Fathers house. Joe Long
Roy Westcott: Dear Stuart, Chris and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. You were blessed to have your time with her and she is enjoying the closeness of her Saviour’s presence now. Praying you will know His grace and comfort as you wait to see her again yourselves. Love to all the family.
Anni Lu: I am sorry for your loss Stuart. My deepest condolence.
Lucy C W Smith: Sending you all much love and prayers x
Saida Kaddoumi-Osman: I am so sorry for your loss, my sincerest condolences. May her soul rest in peace.
Sylvia Lees: To me & my family she was an amazing Aunty Thinking of you all at this time xxxx
We thank also all of those who have responded with love and support:
Brian Robson
Emma Robinson
Demian De Souza
Jakkapan P. Moffatt
John Moffatt
Kt Moffatt
Lou Matthews
Mike Roberts
Phakawan B. Moffatt
Rebecca Lees-Huynh
Rachel Louise Moffatt
Stephen Henwood
Sylvia Lees
Vanaree E. Moffatt
Farial Mahmud Senior SDET: I am deeply sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. May you all find comfort and solace.
Your reflection on her departure and the allusion to Abraham’s story is poignant and moving. The story of his hospitality to the angels, as also mentioned in the Quran, beautifully reminds us of divine mercy and the ultimate return to God.
Anh Carter EMEA Professional Services Leader, Avalara: Stuart, just wanted to say I’m thinking of you. My condolences to your family’s loss. Looks like you have found a light to take you through these hard times. Take care, Anh
Babita Mundra Digital Learning Designer: Deepest condolences Stuart 💜
Madeleine Gwynn People Director: My condolences Stuart, thank you for the beautiful post.
Fatema Rashid Program Transformation Director: Sorry to hear of your loss, thinking of you at this difficult time, my condolences to you and your family
Valerie Boateng Technical Services Consultant: Sorry to hear of your loss Stuart. Wishing you and your family strength and comfort through this difficult time 🙏🏾
Gurmakh Randhawa Vice President – Emerging Markets Credit trader: So sorry to hear of your loss Stuart. Take care
Richard Matheson Head of Engineering at Fifth Row Technologies: My condolences Stuart
Michelle Gardner Editor and writer: My condolences, Stuart.
Kevin Offer Partner & Head of Tax at Hardwick & Morris: My condolences to you and your family, Stuart.
Bilal Mansoor AI & Advanced Analytics: My condolences, Stuart.
Ankur Christy Solution Consultant, Global Accounting Firms at Thomson Reuters: Stuart, praying for peace and comfort for you and your family at this time. 🙏
Alex Pavel Managing Director APAC & Middle East at Sovos: My condolences, Stuart, at such a trying time. Some goodbyes we can never be really ready for.
Reshee Patel Relationship Manager @ Thomson Reuters: Dear Stuart my condolences to you and your family 🙏🏽
David Barker Senior Wealth Planner: What a beautiful way to note your mother’s passing, Stuart. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
We thank also all of those who have offered support and love:
Alex Pavel: Managing Director APAC & Middle East at Sovos
Anh Carter: EMEA Professional Services Leader
Ankur Christy: Solution Consultant, Global Accounting Firms at Thomson Reuters
Babita Mundra: Digital Learning Designer | Accredited Sound Healer
Bilal Mansoor: AI & Advanced Analytics | Digital Transformation | Innovation
David Chapelier: Program Manager
David Livitt: Partner specialising in Global Mobility Tax, Payroll and Social Security for mobile workforces (US & UK) and Global Mobility Technology.
Elodie Stasi: Coordinatore scientifico presso Università degli Studi di Torino per il Master di 1° livello di Linfologia Pratica
Emmanuel Appah: Business Analyst at Bank of England
Ewan Kerr: Head of Financial Planning & Analysis
Fatema Rashid: Program Transformation Director
Helen Jones: Partner at BDO LLP
Jacqui Jennings: FCA – Business and Finance Professional – Mentor
Jane Malkin: Indirect Tax Technology & Innovation
Katy Demeza: Field Alliance Director
Louise Matthews DipPFS: Senior Paraplanner at Finli (Formerly Gale and Phillipson)
Lucien Caldwell: Engineering Team Leader at Ciphr
Mark Alexander: Senior Technical Program Manager | Digital Transformation | Agile Delivery | Al, ML & Automation Solutions | Google, HSBC & Deloitte UK
Mark Collier: Nurse Consultant and Associate Lecturer – Tissue Viability
Mario Djendov: Helping Accounting, Sustainability and Risk teams increase control and reduce risk with connected data, reporting & compliance
Mary Reilly: NED at Gemfields Plc
Mike Chapman: Tax Consultant at TC Knill James, providing tax solutions for aspirational companies
Neeraj Nagarkatti: 🌍 Interim tax leader boosts your global tax: maximise savings, ensure compliance, and reduce risks. 💸 Secure UK VAT refunds. 🗣️10-language comedian.
Omar Shaikh: Data & Analytics @ Abu Dhabi Airports
Patricia P. Rocha Jordan: Solutions Marketing Specialist at Vertex Inc.
Reshee Patel: Relationship Manager @ Thomson Reuters | Customer Success, Key Accounts
Valerie Boateng: Technical Services Consultant