These are written tributes to Rachel given to me at her Memorial Service at Salford University:
Rachel, Memories of Cromwell and to your great life. Ben
Rach, Love you always see you soon. Bob xxx
Rachel always talked with much love about her parents. Kate ... F.W. Education
Rachel, Lovely to know. Julie
Rachel, Memories of Cromwell: The brash lipstick, The Alcola, The straight talk in The broadest Brumie These I now hold dear Not to be forgotten. Dan
Rach, You'll always be a real bargain. Paul
I only knew Rachel for a few weeks as a colleague at Prestwich - listening to people who knew her better, we remember the same things, Rachel smiling and laughing in a Birmingham accent. She was great fun to work with ... Malcolm ... Child Psychiatrist
I will always remember Rachel as the student that everyone had a particular memory of in the very short time she was in our unit. Susan ... Mental Health Services at Salford
Rachel, You were a great friend. I will always love you. Most of all I will "Never Forget" you. Mark (Geordie)
Rachel, Whilst Hayley was telling everyone about your Lasagne Party, when you asked us to bring nothing but a plate, something came to mind! 'You still have my plate!!!' Love you always. Neily xxxxx
Dear Rachel, I shall always wear those horrific socks you bought me with great affection! You were a pleasure to know. Ray ... Prestwich Adolescent Unit
Dear Fuzzy, A round of golf just isn't the same without my friend. Love Darren xx
Rachel - after being here today, I get the feeling that you haven't gone far! Love Kate
Miss you more than anything. Who's going to be my chiefy bridesmaid. Lots of snogs Faz xx
Rachel, You were me 'top bird' and all the times we shared will never be forgotten. With much love always, you're always in my thoughts. Love Emma xxx
Rachel - Missing you. I'm still "going for gold" as you always told me to. You never know - I might get it one day!! Love and hugs, Sally (Gunnell!!) xx
We shared good and bad times and I remember them both! Take care Darlin'. Ali B
Remembered by the 'old' part-timers! Kath, Cath, Stephanie, Bernie, Jeff, Julie and Julia xxx
Rache, I remember the last time I saw you in Manchester, I think it was Emma that said "What have you two been up to for the last three years? You would make the perfect couple." You said "No chance he's just like me!" Why don't I remember any bad times? I will always remember you. Love Chris
To a Beautiful Girl. Thank you for the laughs, thank you for the memories. I can only smile when I think of you. I have only one regret, I never got the chance to say goodbye! With all my love. Kim xxx
Rachel, Thanks for all the good times, and the constant reminders of what a fool I made of myself at Christmas. No secret was safe with you!! Love Allison x
Dear Rach, Lovely times spent together it's a shame it was so short. I love and admire you greatly, you helped build my confidence in many areas and I will miss your fantastic sense of humour and personality. You are often in my thoughts and it helps to talk to you, take care up there and keep them laughing. All my love Rachel x
Rachel, On our first placement together I was so jealous of you because you were so confident and I was completely crap. I wanted to be just like you! Alex x
I'll miss your big broad smile and our "debates" in the lecture theatre as I attempted to convince you - I was right!!! Love Jacquie ... OT Lecturer x
One of the noisiest students ever, a joy to be with, you will always be remembered. Love Rachel M. Lecturer
Dear Rach, Every time I think of you it brings a smile to my face. Watching Ready Steady Cook is one of those times. I miss you. Love Una
Rachel, Top Bird! Paula x
Not there, but not forgotten, how could we!! Rona
Rachel's life was very meaningful. She touched so many people with light, brightness and happiness - friends, patients, tutors and lots more. We are richer for having known her. Jackie ...
Thinking of you. Ken B.
Thinking of you today. God bless. Jane
Special thoughts of you today. Michelle ...
I joined this year's OT course for the last year and Rachel made me feel welcome. I'll miss her very much. Claire ...
Gillian
16th January 2009