A few years ago Wendy gave a fund raising Strawberry Tea Party in the garden and had lots of little tables with 4 or 5 people on each and Sheila popped in. She chose a table with a nice flowery tea set and sat with Bob and Judy Lambourne who had known her with Paul through sailing at Parkstone. She would often go for a walk around the local roads and say how much she enjoyed looking in people's gardens at the lovely flowers. Peter and Wendy Lockwood (Neighbours in Parkstone)

Sheila was a really lovely lady I remember so fondly from my childhood. Gill and I were best friends at school, and I often stayed with the Clements' over the years. Sheila always amazed my with her delicious cooked breakfasts before we headed out the door to catch the bus, and the fresh bread which greeted us when we got home. She was also so easy to talk to. In fact, I believe she played a large part in influencing me to choose a career in nursing. Rest in peace Sheila.

As Sheila’s dementia developed, and she became ever more confused, she also became more charming! I remember visiting her with Gill and driving them all over Poole on some adventures. When we got back to her house she took a look at me, then turned to Gill. ‘Do you think your driver would like a cup of tea?’ she asked. I love it that she had completely forgotten who I was, but still wanted to offer me hospitality. I also think she may have imagined her and Gill as titled and wealthy ladies with their own chauffeur! Up until the last few months she was always up for a jigsaw, could catch a ball with ease – and seemed forever curious about what was down the corridor, or behind a closed door. And I could make her smile by sticking my tongue out and blowing raspberries! Henry x