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  "deceasedShortBio": "Faith Furniss, born amidst St. Helena's rugged beauty, ventured to England at 16, spurred by the British Nationality Act of 1948. This bold move marked the beginning of a journey marked by resilience and adaptability. In England, Faith held various roles, from hotel maid to shoe packer to chocolatier. Yet, her most cherished role was as a mother and grandmother.\n\nDespite her reticent nature, Faith's love for her family shone through in treasured memories of sleepovers, hearty meals, and sweet treats. She spent her later years in High Barnet, quietly tending a community garden. Faith passed away in 2022, leaving a legacy woven with strength, warmth, and enduring love, inspiring all who knew her.",
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  "story1": {"storyPhoto":"https://memorialstories.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/20230702_)pVDitPk8V","storyTitle":"St Helena: Early Beginnings on a Remote Island","storyDescription":"Faith Furniss came into the world in Longwood, a district located on the secluded island of St. Helena in the South Atlantic. This unique place, famed for its friendly community and rugged beauty, made a lasting impact on Faith's life.\n\nBeing part of a big family of eleven children, Faith's childhood was a blend of Longwood's vibrant culture and the interesting dynamics of her family. Even amid this hustle and bustle, she managed to carve out peaceful moments for herself. Her family fondly remembers her as a young girl who would avoid chores by spending time in her room, engrossed in a book and nibbling on bread.\n\nFaith and her sisters were known in their community as quiet, cultured, and fun-loving young ladies. The Furniss family was well-known, especially during the busy Ship Days when the Union Castle Line arrived. Along with their mother Edna, they would gather in a house in town, their collective joy infecting everyone around them.\n\nAt the age of 16, a new opportunity beckoned Faith. The British Nationality Act of 1948 provided her with a chance to move to the UK, in search of better prospects. Leaving her family was difficult, but Faith was ready to step into a new chapter of her life and set sail for England.\n\nLondon was vastly different from the small island Faith grew up on. It was busy, full of unfamiliar faces and a culture she had yet to understand. However, Faith embraced these changes by drawing from the strength and determination nurtured in her St Helenian roots. A woman of few words and fewer companions, she was comfortable being alone and dedicated herself to hard work.","isChanged":true},
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  "story3": {"storyPhoto":"https://memorialstories.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/20230716_KK7rFyZz8I","storyTitle":"The Family Tapestry: Faith's Unseen Threads","storyDescription":"Life's journey led Faith Furniss into an unexpected chapter: single motherhood. Faith raised her daughter, Sandra, with no other assistance, demonstrating the same resilience she had exhibited in her earlier years. She juggled various jobs, working as a chambermaid at the Whitehouse on Great Portland Street, packing shoes for Shule, and later, joining Accumans chocolates. To ensure Sandra was well cared for during her long work hours, she employed a childminder to look after her.\n\nFaith was a woman of few words when it came to her past. She seldom spoke about St. Helena or her own family with Sandra. However, there was a moment, when Sandra was a young teenager, that Faith unveiled a photograph of her family. She pointed out each face, sharing with Sandra the names of those who had shaped her early years. The identity of Sandra's father, however, remained a secret.\n\nThe family tapestry grew richer when Sandra married at the age of 19, blessing Faith with five grandchildren. In her role as a grandmother, Faith showcased a warmth previously unseen. She frequently cared for her grandchildren, creating fond memories of sleepovers filled with hearty roast dinners and breakfasts of Heinz beans with sausages on toast. Her job at Accumans offered a sweet bonus: she would often gift her grandchildren chocolates. The chocolate lollipops and hearts were the little ones' favourites, often finding their way into their morning porridge.\n\nFaith regularly treated the children to outings at the corner shop down the road, allowing them the simple joy of selecting their own treats. Despite her reserved nature, Faith revealed a more playful side with her grandchildren. She engaged in their sibling banter, showing an affectionate side that made her a cherished figure in their lives.\n\nIn 2004, Faith moved to Mill Hill, where she lived until 2010. She then relocated to High Barnet, a place she would call home for the remainder of her days. Faith dedicated her time to tending the community garden, finding solace in nature and the simple pleasures it offered. She passed away in 2022, leaving behind a legacy of resilience, warmth, and love that touched the hearts of her family and the community she served. In their memories, Faith was not just a grandmother, but one of the very best. Her nurturing spirit added vibrant colours to the tapestry of their family story.","isChanged":true},
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