| Location | Falkirk, Was Cumbernauld |
| Age | 25 years |
| Date of Birth | 7/1982 |
| Date of Death | 11/2007 |
| Visitors | 2,475 since 28/11/2007 |
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Rhona Manby (was Hutchison) aged 25, Originally from Abronhill in Cumbernauld then moved onto
Falkirk 2002, passed away on 21st November 2007 aged ust 25 years.
Rhona had a very loving Family she was Daughter to Fraser and June, Sister to John and Karen and
sister in law to Bernadette, also had 2 nieces Natalie and Holly and a Nephew Sean. Rhona was a
loving mummy to her 2 kittens snowball and felix.
My Best Friend Rhona had cystic Fibrosis, then later diabetes, thrombosis, pluracy, which she fought
for 25 years, this year in June she was meant to be getting a lung transplant which would have gave
her a second life. Unfortunately Rhona could not get this operation due to other health problems.
This news broke everyones hearts yet Rhona being Rhona remained strong, kept smiling and asking
after everyone :-) She was an inspiration thinking of others before herself. She has spent most of
her time the last few years in gartnavel Hospital, after numerous chest infections the last one took
her, Peacefully in her sleep.
Rhona met her "Ronan" Lee Manby in 1999 they lived for each other and were blissfully
happy, each others rock. They got engaged in Barbados in 2002,They bought a flat in Camelon, they
had a huge wedding planned for Sep 2005 but a little hiccup stopped this,they then bought a 3
bedroom house in stenhouse muir, which was done up gorgeous, unfortunately Rhona didn't get to
spend much time in it, as Cystic Fibrosis really took its toll on her the past 2 year. Rhona was
always full of suprises and decided 10 days before her 25th birthday her n Lee wer getting married,
so on Rhona's 25th birthday July this year they exchanged vows in a marcque in their garden
before a reception in her mum n dads, a small affair but very personal with the people who mattered
the most. It was one of the happiest days of my life. Lee has been an inspiration and looked after
Rhona for the last 8 years giving her eternal happiness. In the last few months he gave up his job
so he could be with her 24/7 staying in the hospital every night with her.
Rhona's 25th Birthday was special in 3 ways, her birthday, her wedding day and also our 10 year
anniversary of being friends. We met on holiday on her 15th Birthday in Menorca, we quickly made
friends and went about with each other all holiday. When we returned from holiday we continued our
friendship by being pen friends as Iam from Wishaw and she was from Cumbernauld. We filled each
other in on a weekly basis on what we were up to, friends, clothes and of course boyfriends. The
letters were soon txts and we had special txts every sunday nite at 10pm, even when I moved to Spain
we kept this up. We often met up for wee nights out, We both met partners at the same time and went
about as a 4some for 5 year. No matter how ill rhona was she never missed a birthday bash, even when
she could hardly walk she still made it on to the dance floor. She also sang at my parties she was
an amazing singer :-) We had many a good laugh and thats what keeps me going when I think of the
innocent funny things she said and done, that I wont write on this because its best friend secrets.
When Rhona started to become really ill and the nights out wer a no-no she looked forward to my
hospital visits, me telling her stories of my drunken antics, or what new shoes and clothes i'd
been buying, asking after my friends and family, whilst she was really ill.She always looked on the
bright side her infectious smile brightening up the room and her warm heart heating up a cold
hospital ward. I loved Rhona to bits and after visiting her i'd leave the room happy knowing
i'd cheered her up for a few days but as soon as i got in my car i broke down. I was hurting so
much seeing her in pain like this. Now im in so much pain because she is gone, but my angel my
friend forever is at peace now.
Rhona you were my world and rock, You touched so many lifes that's why Ive created this page
for you, My best friend, We will be reunited in heaven. Iam devastated that I was coming to see you
on the thursday and you passed on the wednesday. God needed you soon, to brighten up heaven.
Everyone respected your wishes and wore lilac at your funeral today, you had a wonderful turnout.
Everyone loved your cd playing as we left the church it was hearbreaking hearing your voice in song
but ever so nice.
RIP angel miss and love you soo much xxxxxxx your best friend amanda xxx
u were right sis, its a girl..
Ur little niece was born yesterday morning at 4.55, guess what they have called her, ROSE, You got your wish after all sis. She weighed in at 7lb 8oz, she is adorable. She will grow to know all about her very special auntie Rhona and every time i c her i promise to give her a kiss from you. Miss you so much wee sis, all my love Karen X
I didn't realise how hard it was going to be now we have moved into our new house round the corner from your old flat. I actually drive the other way round so don't need to pass it. I saw two girls walking the way we did to get our cars when we worked at Jobseeker Direct the other night and just thought it could have been us a few years ago. It was really sad, had to park in Asda to have a cry.
I came accross a beautiful card you sent me when iwas expecting Cameron the other day. Its a poem about being a friend. I am going to frame it and put it up in the new house, and Lee is going to put the forever friends thing I gave you in your wee garden at your stone. That way we will each have something we gave each other close by.
Lots of love, as always,
Claire xx
With Great Sadness
Just heard about Rhona and wanted to give you my deepest condolesences. I remember Rhona as always smiling and so very caring, she was beautiful inside and out with lovely long hair. Both her Lee were well matched couple and truly made for each other. She had a lovely family who loved her and took good care of her.
May You rest in peace Rhona.
Hi Rhona. I just can't stop thinking about you, so thought I'd leave another wee note. Greg has been working near your house all week, and I've been dropping him off and wishing I could pop in to see you. I went to the cemetry instead, but I don't believe for a minute that you are there. I'm sure you're with all the other angels, watching over everyone. Cameron likes taking you flowers. He says he's going to 'auntie Rhona's special garden'.
I was thinking yesterday about how it was so unfair that you couldn't get a transplant, and wondering how many other people were in that position, so I called and signed up as an organ donor.
I still hasn't properly sunk in that I don't have my best friend to talk to any more. You were also so wise and great at giving advice. I remember all the time all the things we talked about, and the things we said over coffee(or a bottle or three of wine!) and try to do as you said. I know you would tell me not to be angry, but I'm so angry at myself that I didn't just bring Caitlin to see you on that Saturday night before you left us, instead of phoning. I wish more than anything you could have seen her, just once. But at least you knew about her middle name. It didn't just mean a lot to you, it did to Greg and I as well.
We just really miss you a lot...
Love, Claire (and Greg and kids and Sammy!)
Rhona I was thinking of you today. You were in my mind and I could see your lovely smile. I heard the song Love is All Around me and I could hear you singing it. You will never be forgotten Rhona, cos there is just too much to remember. You were much admired for your courage and strength by us all. Love ya loads. Auntie Frances xxxx
I MISS YOOH SOO SOO MUCH .......
AUNTI RHONA ...I JST WNT U TOO NOO HOW MUCH I LOVE U .....AND I MISS U SO MUCH ...I STILL CNT BELEIVE U R GONE BT THERE IS ONE PLACE THAT U WILL NEVER LEAVE AND THAT IS MY HEART COZ I LOVE U SO MUCH ... U ARE SUCH A SPECIAL PERSON IN MY LIFE AND ALWAYS WILL B ...NYT-NYT ..SWEETDREAMS ..LV YOOH FOREVA ..xxxx
Hi Rhona. This is so hard...I can't believe you've been gone from us for 2 months. I keep thinking of all the great laughs we had, but it's so hard to keep smiling. Usually I remember something and laugh then cry.
Lee brought the necklace I lent you for your wedding back the other day. I had to put it on straight away because you were the last person to wear it, and now I have it on it's helping me a bit to think of that. I kept the envelope you had it in with my name on as well. Typical you, being so thoughtful as to have it all ready to be returned to me. That was just you all over, wasn't it? Always thinking about everyone else.
Everytime I come on here, there is another message from someone who knew and loved you. You touched so many lives and were so many things to so many people, but I think that no matter who knew you, wether it be family or friends, to everyone you were just a beautiful person, both inside and out.
Lots of love,
Claire xx
forever in my heart
Rhona a short time has passed since you went to heaven and every day since that tragic day you have been in my mind and heart where you will stay forever. The pain you suffered bravely has gone now and you are with God and with loved ones gone before, please give them a kiss and cuddle from me. Rhona you fought so hard to live but in the end you knew you were about to die and you accepted it with a courage and grace that will never be forgotten by all of us who loved you. Your mum dad and family are hurting so much darling because of the void in their lives now that you are gone but so has the suffering. Rhona I miss you our wee txts and quick chats on the moby when we wern't supposed to when you were in hospital. It is beyond comprehension that we wont see your smiling face again but I can close my eyes darling and their you are with a big smile love you alway's Aunt Jeanette X
forever in my heart
Rhona a short time has passed since you went to heaven and every day since that tragic day you have been in my mind and heart where you will stay forever. The pain you suffered bravely has gone now and you are with God and with loved ones gone before, please give them a kiss and cuddle from me. Rhona you fought so hard to live but in the end you knew you were about to die and you accepted it with a courage and grace that will never be forgotten by all of us who loved you. Your mum dad and family are hurting so much darling because of the void in their lives now that you are gone but so has the suffering. Rhona I miss you our wee txts and quick chats on the moby when we wern't supposed to when you were in hospital. It is beyond comprehension that we wont see your smiling face again but I can close my eyes darling and their you are with a big smile love you alway's Aunt Jeanette X
till we meet again
CANT GET YOU OUT F MY HEAD SIS, THOUGHTS OF YOU JUST FILL MY MIND ,YOU WERE SUCH A BEAUTIFUL PERSON AND NO ONE CAN SAY A BAD WORD ABOUT YOU, THERE WILL NEVER BE ANYONE LIKE YOU,YOU WERE UNIQUE IN EVERY SENSE OF THE WORD.YOU WERE AND ALWAYS WILL BE LOVED BY EVERYONE WHO HAD THE PLEASURE TO HAVE KNOWN YOU,MY PRECIOUS BABY SIS,FOREVER IN MY HEART... LOVE KAREN XXX
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