Cathy was a brilliant musician, a wonderful wife and a fantastic mother.  She brought joy to so many people's hearts through her sense of fun, and inspired many people, young and old, to play the oboe to a better standard than they realised that they could.

Cathy was diagnosed with cancer in early September 2013, and fought well.  She made the most of the time that she had, seeing as many friends as she could, spending the time with her family, and getting out and about to visit her favourite places.  She had great care from the staff at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and popped in for some much-needed tea and conversation with the super staff at the Big C in the grounds of the hospital.

She ran out of time and passed away peacefully on 18th November 2013.