This is a private funeral and attendance is restricted due to Covid-19 regulations. The service will be live-streamed, please contact family members for the log-in details. Thank you. Donations in Jamie's memory can be made at https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/jamiehempsall
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Sadly, our dear Jamie passed away unexpectedly on Friday 16th Oct. Jamie will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him. He was a very talented and award winning interior designer and he leaves a lasting legacy in his completed designs in many homes and businesses around the UK and in Europe. One of his clients wrote a tribute that really resonates with his family: "The world will be a darker place without the light and colour... see more
Jamie will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him. He was a very talented and award winning interior designer and he leaves a lasting legacy in his completed designs in many homes and businesses around the UK and in Europe. One of his clients wrote a tribute that really resonates with his family: "The world will be a darker place without the light and colour that was Jamie".
Jan, Jamie's wife, writes: "We had found happiness together and I can honestly say the time we’ve had together have been the happiest and most peaceful of our lives. We had plans to grow old together in Wales, though joked about what a grumpy git he would be! He never wanted to grow old - he remained vain until the end and we often laughed about who spent the most money on lotions and potions."
Jamie's family is comforted by the fact that he now rests in peace. Jamie passed at a very similar age to his beloved father, Barry, who died from cancer aged 57 in 1991. Jamie is survived by his wife, Jan; his mother, Sandra; his three sisters, Kay, Christine, and Laura, and his brother, Dickon. Laura is particularly sad that Jamie will not get to see her little son, Louie, grow up. Jamie's passing also leaves a big gap in the lives of his three step-children, Jack, Emily and George, and his grown-up niece, Harriet, and nephew, Callum, together with his many, many friends and colleagues.
Jamie had battled alcoholism for over 30 years and despite long periods in recovery, the alcohol got the better of him in the end. He fought so hard to beat it. When he did relapse he would binge drink “to turn his head off”. He didn’t enjoy drinking or want to drink. To honour Jamie's memory Jan has established a JustGiving page to raise money to support people in recovery. Jamie's family invite you to donate to this memorial fund in place of flowers at: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/jamiehempsall
“We're the bridge across forever, arching above the sea, adventuring for our pleasure, living mysteries for the fun of it, choosing disasters triumphs challenges impossible odds, testing ourselves over and again, learning love and love and love!” ― Richard Bach, The Bridge Across Forever: A True Love Story
Unfortunately your passing has made us realise just how much we loved you and how much we will continue to miss you.
We still cannot believe you will not walk through our door with your golden locks and big... moreJamie
Our Dear Friend we will miss you.
Unfortunately your passing has made us realise just how much we loved you and how much we will continue to miss you.
We still cannot believe you will not walk through our door with your golden locks and big smile.
Your energy in our life is always present. Our house and home is almost just as much a part of you as it is of us. Everywhere we look we see you and remember something, be it a laugh a debate a silent scream a moment of silent thought but mainly your glowing smile as you creative juices flowed to provide us with our dream house. Thank you.
Your artistic flair, flamboyance and colourful presence along with us trying to tone you down created a perfect partnership. As your last Award reflects. You would have been so proud of yet another industry accolade.
You and your personality always made us smile and sometimes cry. However, through everything, the good times and the bad you were always amazing.
Colourful - Considerate - Caring - Kind
Much loved by your family and friends.
Always in our hearts, Vicky Michael Katie and Oliver. X less
Rest in peace Jamie... you’ll be sorely missed. I’ll continue to rave about your cooking to everyone I meet, your Turkish shakshuka, barbecued skewers and seasoned salads were always worthy of a ‘mmmmm’. I’ll always giggle at the political... moreRest in peace Jamie... you’ll be sorely missed. I’ll continue to rave about your cooking to everyone I meet, your Turkish shakshuka, barbecued skewers and seasoned salads were always worthy of a ‘mmmmm’. I’ll always giggle at the political debates you had with George, your famous speedos, and not-so-elegant snowplough skiing style. Thank you for looking after Jan and bringing her so much happiness. You always made evenings at Moor House so special, even the ones where you made us watch Jesus Christ Superstar! I feel lucky to have known you, even for a short time ❤️ less
Jamie, you were such a kind, calm, intelligent and loyal man, you were knowledgeable, interesting and a great conversationalist about most things, you would do anything for anybody and what a good friend you turned out to be! My initial reservations... moreJamie, you were such a kind, calm, intelligent and loyal man, you were knowledgeable, interesting and a great conversationalist about most things, you would do anything for anybody and what a good friend you turned out to be! My initial reservations were quashed very quickly when a realised how much love you had for Jan and the children , quietly working through all that was thrown at you, you had grace and humility in abundance and it was such a pleasure getting to know you and eventually becoming your friend, I will miss you and think of you often. God Bless to a lovely man 🌈 it was a pleasure knowing you. less
We first met Jamie around 10 years ago when he transformed our tired old house into a wonderful home, full of colour and light. Every day we thank him. He then worked his magic on our flat in France and several work projects on apartment buildings. We... moreWe first met Jamie around 10 years ago when he transformed our tired old house into a wonderful home, full of colour and light. Every day we thank him. He then worked his magic on our flat in France and several work projects on apartment buildings. We will miss his insight, his flair, his cutting sense of humour and his ability to cut through all the crap and sort things out! The world is a poorer place without him in it. Our condolences to Jan, Sandra and all the family. Tony and Michelle Hillary less
Always with a smile, caring, humour, great style and outstanding talent. Remembering Jamie always, for all the good he helped create for so many. Thoughts and peace for you and the whole family.
For those of you who know Martin and I either personally or through the company, you will know we strive to get great people around us, either with our team designing and manufacturing, with collaboration to support clients or to inspire us. Rarely do... moreFor those of you who know Martin and I either personally or through the company, you will know we strive to get great people around us, either with our team designing and manufacturing, with collaboration to support clients or to inspire us. Rarely do you meet someone that was all three. Jamie was this person. We have worked together for over half of Chiselwood’s life and it has been an honour and privilege.
Jamie had a distinct style and was mindful and sympathetic to our designs when working with us.
It is true to say that whenever Jamie, Martin and The team worked on a project, we knew it would be one we could feature as “standing out from the crowd”. We can still use many images of projects finished many years ago, knowing they will be well received. We will continue to do so.
We are grateful you were such a big part of our lives. The ups, downs, panics when things didn’t go to plan, laughs when solutions were found, will forever be in our memories. Thank you Jamie for being part of the Chiselwood family, you will always continue to inspire us. Love Mel and Martin Holliday less
Kay Hempsall
Tal is Ken's son and Jan and Jamie's nephew. Jamie encouraged Tal's great passion for art and entered one of Tal's designs into a competition to design wallpaper. Tal won in his age group - huge congratulations, Tal! Jamie would be so proud of you.
October 31, 2020
Kay Hempsall
This is a really lovely photo of Jamie with the artwork that Jamie commission from Tal and we hope this is the start of Tal's professional artwork portfolio.
Kay Hempsall
Jamie loved to dress-up whether that was in fancy dress, super smart attire or casual for the beach -- a sense of design was always important to him
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