The HoH Memorial Wall

My dad Gerry. He passed away unexpectedly in September 2021. He was an eccentric chap, who enjoyed spending time down at his allotment tending to his chickens, and spending time with his Grandchildren. I miss the old fart!

-Katie

I had a ring made with the ashes of Ed the Floof, my fabulous fluffy cat. He was sweet, friendly, fluffy and just the most affable little soul in the world. We rescue the special (kidney, heart, age-related, semi-feral, etc) cats that no one else wants from the rescue homes. I think we currently have our 19th rescue cat!! A large part of the reason we could do it was because Ed helped us so much - he socialised them, sat with them when they were poorly and always found a way to be as snuggly as possible with all of them (sometimes he was over-friendly and got told off!) He was our friend for 10 years - and that is the best way to describe him. If you were sad he’d appear and let you cry on his fur and lick and snuggle you until you were ok. He was curious about everything and had absolutely no interest in self-preservation - he would spend a lot of time too close to candles and fires! He got progressively deafer and used to knock things off every surface going; he had a particular interest in attacking glasses. When we were ill he would spend all his time with us - honestly he spent as much of his time with us whenever he could. I think we only spent a few nights apart because a holiday wasn’t a holiday without Ed. He was called all sorts - Edna, the Ed-nurse (because he was so good when we were ill), Eddle, Fluffy potato and sometimes Princess Fluffypants or Queen Edmerelda!! He was the first on your lap when you sat down and then that was it until he moved. I used to start my nighttime routine with him staggering up me while I was lying in bed. He’d settle on my chest and demand head snuggles - he loved being brushed on his face and chin and could take any amount of it. Then when it was time to sleep, he’d move next to me and I’d go to sleep with my hand on him. In the morning he’d be there again on my chest staring at me! He was joy and peace bundled up into a fluffy fabulous creature. People often commented on how beautiful he was (which he definitely was - the eyes and the fur were amazing) but it was all about the character for us and that’s what we’re missing so much. When we got him he was about 8 and when we said goodbye he was 18. He was rescued from the street by Celia Hammond rescue charity. He was lucky to have survived and I think other rescues might not have gone to the lengths they did to save his life. But they did and it was at a time where we were ready to adopt a new cat. From the moment he arrived he was perfect for us and vice versa. He had FIV so we were very careful with every illness or infection - he just couldn’t fight them off. He later developed arthritis, diabetes, a permanent life-threatening ear infection which meant his ear canals were removed and he became fully deaf. But eventually the FIV did too much damage and his body had done what it could. He was always happy to see us - he would chirrup when he saw us - and we were always happy to see him. We’re both teachers and this is our first summer break without him in a decade - it’s going to be hard. He outlived all expectations, thrived in the love and security of our home, and became my fluffy best friend. We were always together. Saying goodbye to him continues to be incredibly difficult. This beautiful ring (the blue colour is the same as is his eyes) means he will be with me every day. I can’t tell you what it means to me. Here’s to Ed the Floof.

-Katie

My beautiful ring was made in honour of my beautiful Mum. Her favourite colour was red, and she will forever be in my heart. I feel so much comfort from wearing my ring, and I know she is always with me.

- Sarah Hancock

Connie, our beautiful Daughter. Connie was born in January 2025 and when she was 2 weeks old, we discovered she had a life-limiting mitochondrial disease. She died when she was 4 weeks old. Connie's fight was so brave and graceful she never looked sick, until the very end. Her strength inspires us to keep going and look after her older Sister, Phoebe. I wear my necklace with her hand and foot print, every single day. I wear it with pride, and it helps me feel close to her. Thank you to everyone at 'Hand on Heart Jewellery' for making such a special item to keep forever 🤍.

- Kerry Taylor

I had a special ring in memory of my Dad, David. My Dad was the ultimate family man. Everything he did, he did for us. He was there whenever we needed picking up, cheering on,  and fixing things. He was just there for us. He was our biggest supporter. A few years ago, he was diagnosed with dementia, and slowly he started to lose himself. He wasn’t able to do the things he loved anymore, and it broke him and left us heartbroken. But he fought, he laughed, he spent time with us all, holidays, days out, family meals, he was still there for us. In January, he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, and he died just 9 weeks later. It’s left such a massive hole in our family. I wanted something made that I could carry with me, I wanted to keep him close, I wanted him to still be a part of our everyday life, and so that I could take him places with us. The ring you created for me is beautiful beyond my expectations, and it’s something I can pass on to my daughter as she grows up. I can’t thank you enough, because of you, my dad is still with me every day, and I absolutely love it.

Daisy

My Grandma June. She was the heart of our family. A heart necklace to help mend my broken one.

- Danielle Cartwright

My Granddad, Eddie. He was truly the greatest man you could meet. His passion was baking, having owned his own bakery for over 30 years. He always knew what to say to cheer me up, and the world is a darker place without him. I love you, Grumps! X

- Abigail Gaskell

This necklace was made in memory of my beautiful little brother, Jack. Jack was the light in every room. He made me laugh without even trying. He was made for the stage. Everyone needed a Jack in their life. The most caring soul, and even at the age of 17, taught me to look for the good in everyone. We shared a bond that I miss dearly every day, and this necklace makes me feel like I carry a piece of him everywhere I go. I don’t just live for me anymore, I live for us both.

- Stacey Gillespie

My memorial ring was made for myself, containing the ashes of my dog Ozzy. People say you always have that one special dog, you love all of your pets, but there's that one extra special one, and Ozzy was just that. He grew up with our Daughter, so his loss was extra difficult. He came on every adventure with us, our favourite place being Cumbria. Cumbria will always hold an extra special place in our hearts because of Ozzy. I've got a few pieces from Hand On Heart (Ozzy's paw print on a necklace being one of them). So there was never any doubt that I would be having Ozzys ashes in a ring from Hand On Heart when the time came. I chose to have them set in Black to match Ozzy's shiny black coat, and my ring definitely shines just like Ozzy did. Going back to Cumbria since losing Ozzy has been made that little bit easier knowing he's still there with us, within my ring.

- Jodi

I got my ashes adjustable ring after I lost my beautiful German Shepherd Sasha Jayne. She will always be the love of my life and my soul mate. We had 12 years of cuddles, fun, and adventures. I miss her so much. Having my ring means she is with me wherever I go.

- Sarah Pykett

My husband David, I've got a little pice of him round my neck always i'll be forever grateful to Hand on Heart Jewellery for making this possible for me, I feel blessed.

-Nicola Mcdonald