Mr Donald Brian (Don) Clemson

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Donations in memory of Don are being received for St. Helena Hospice and the Donkey Sanctuary

Thank you for your kind donation

Total collected to date: £1,489.25

Charity details

St Helena Hospice Limited

St Helena Hospice is a Colchester based charity which provides specialist palliative and end of life care to local people facing incurable illness in north east Essex, supporting them, their families, friends and carers.

We provide individual care and total support wherever it is needed; at home, over the phone with our 24/7 advice line, and at the hospice.We also help adults in north Essex to cope with grief following the death of a loved one, regardless of where or how they died.We reach out to members of our community, helping them make their own choices and live with dignity. By focusing on their physical, emotional and spiritual needs, we aim to bring comfort and relief to all those who need it, offering the people of north east Essex individual care and total support, regardless of their diagnosis or personal circumstances.

As a charity we rely heavily on the help and generosity of our fundraisers, donors and volunteers. Without them we wouldn’t be here.

Registered Number 280919

http://www.sthelena.org.uk

The Donkey Sanctuary

The aim of the Donkey Sanctuary is to transform the quality of life for donkeys, mules and people worldwide through greater understanding, collaboration and support, and by promoting lasting, mutually life-enhancing relationships. A world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering, and their contribution to humanity is fully valued.

Registered Number 264818

Messages of condolence

Don - you were the man, and a very beautiful one 🫶

Mr and Mrs Garry and Janet Leyland

Don you were such a wonderful kind Nephew with a beautiful smile. Our Handsome Nephew we are so sad we are going to miss you so much. Auntie Eileen and Auntie Margaret

Ms Margaret Edwards

With love Heidi, Glyn, Luke and Asha

Mr and Mrs Glyn and Heidi Foster

Really sorry to hear the sad news, Donald was an absolute legend and will be really missed. Rest in peace Donald. Love Debbie and Jamie xx

Ms Deb Iliffe

Don. Caring, friendly and fun. Always a joy to be in your company. Always a joy to get through the working day with you. Always a joy to be out on the golf course with you. See you around, Malcolm

Mr Malcolm Burrells

With fond memories and much love from us all.

. Janet, Ken & family Beck

RIP Don. You are made whole and free of all ailments and I bet keeping all the heavenly realms smiling with your unique brand of humour. Until we meet again my friend

Mr David Bird

Donald you will always be in our hearts, fondly remembered for your humour and smile…and for always standing on tiptoe for photographs! Rest in Peace Gary & Alison Nigel & Karen Clemson

Mr Nigel Clemson

You will be badly missed but never forgotten. Thanks for all the laughter and good times together!

Mr and Mrs Karin Bacon

RIP Don You will be greatly missed. Am honoured to have known you ❤️ Christina

Mrs Christina Rose Read

Sue, What can we say, that hasn't already been said. We are so sorry for you're loss. Don was a wonderful man, husband, father, brother, son, friend. He will be greatly missed . 💔

Mrs Ryall

RIP you bugger. 52 years of japes,capers and talking rubbish as my best friend. Laughter until the very end in the face of adversity. My heart goes out to Sue, Rob, Liam, Big Don, Robert and Debbie. Gone, but never forgotten.

Mr David Wood

Much love from Steve and Jenny

. Steve Hunt

I hope that you and Bryan will find each other up there in the clouds and can share some happy memories together. Thinking of Sue and all her family at this sad and difficult time.

Mrs Mary Whiteley

Service details

Celebration of a Life

19 June, 2026 11:30

Chelmsford Crematorium

Chelmsford Crematorium, Writtle Road, Chelmsford, CM1 3WQ

Reception

19 June, 2026 13:00

The Two Brewers

80 Springfield Road, Chelmsford, CM2 6JY
Please note: wake time is an approximation