Karen (Gladys Marjorie) Fathers - died of lung cancer 1995, aged 65

My Mum was an addicted smoker and smoked at least two packets of cigarettes a day. The amount smoked only decreased in the last couple of months she was alive as she was then too ill to continue with her habit. 

If it wasn't for the companies that produce these vile drugs I would still have my lovely Mum with me today. 

Towards the end she lapsed into a coma which lasted for about thirty-six hours. During that time all the nicotine substance that had been lining her lungs bubbled up through her nose and her mouth. The stench is something that will remain in my memory until the day I die. 

I miss her terribly and wish I could have her back but of course, I know that can never be. I am sending you this memorial request (see Smokers' Memorial) in her memory and for the memory of all those smokers who have passed away. Thank you.

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