PHOTOS: Funeral of Peaches Geldof in Kent

 

 

Mourners including Sarah Ferguson, Nick Grimshaw, Bill Wyman and Kate Moss have paid their last respects to Peaches Geldof, at her funeral in Kent.

Her father Bob Geldof was due to give a eulogy during the service, in the church where she was married two years ago.

It is also where the funeral was held for her mother Paula Yates in 2000.

The 25-year-old television presenter, model and socialite, died suddenly two weeks ago at her home.

 

The funeral was held in the church where Peaches was married in 2012

Sarah, Duchess of York, was amongst the first to arrive

Broadcaster Mariella Frostrup and her husband Jason McCue brought a floral tribute

Former Rolling Stones bassist Bill Wyman also paid respects

Bill Cosby and Wife, Camille Giving Away Science Scholarships

 

The Camille and Bill Cosby Scholarship in Science is awarded to college juniors enrolled at Temple University. It is specifically for students who are majoring in one of the natural sciences and who have graduated from Simon Gratz, Germantown, Central or Girls High School.

Students must be enrolled as juniors at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. One scholarship is awarded each year. The required grade point average is 3.25. The scholarship is renewable an additional year as long as the student maintains a grade point average of 3.0 or above.


Students may apply through Temple University. They must demonstrate financial need and are required to submit a letter of recommendation from a member of the faculty.

Bill Cosby is a well-known comedian and superstar who himself won a scholarship and attended Temple University. He grew up in the impoverished neighborhood of Germantown, North Philadelphia, and established the scholarship to help other students in that area achieve their dreams of a higher education.

The deadline for this scholarship is usually in MAY of each year, and the award amount is usually $3,000.

For more details, visit www.temple.edu/vpus/fellowships/undergrad-opportunities/internal-scholarships-fellowships.html


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Girls Aloud's Nadine Coyle shares first photo of her baby girl, Anaiya

Former Girls Aloud star, Nadine Coyle posted a photo on instagram, which showed a close up of her baby girl getting a kiss from her mother.

Nadine, 28, and her fiancé Jason Bell, 36, welcomed their first child in February this year.

Nadine Coyle shares the first picture of her daughter Anaiya on Instagram

On February 10 of this year Nadine tweeted: 'I am overjoyed to let you know our little girl is here. She is amazing! I love being a mammy & will fill you all in soon. Love Nadine Xx.'

Peaches Geldof's funeral to take place on Easter Monday

A private funeral service will take place at Mary Magdalene in Davington, Kent, where Peaches Geldof, who died aged 25 earlier this month married husband Thomas Cohen two years ago.

Family and friends will attend the private service, where Sir Bob Geldof is expected to pay tribute to his beautiful daughter.
The family are awaiting the results of toxicology tests after a post-mortem examination failed to determine the cause of death.
Her "sudden" and "unexplained" death is not being treated as suspicious, but officers will continue to investigate the circumstances around her death.

Peaches mother Paula Yates' funeral was held in the same church in 2000.

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West Ham footballer loses battle with cancer @ 20

West Ham have announced the death of striker Dylan Tombides at the age of 20, following a battle with illness after being diagnosed with testicular cancer in the summer of 2011.

The Hammers confirmed that Tombides passed away on Friday morning, with a minutes applause scheduled to pay tribute to the youngster before their Premier League fixture against Crystal Palace on Saturday.
A statement released by the club on Friday afternoon read: “West Ham United announce the sad news that forward Dylan Tombides has passed away at the age of 20 following his brave battle with cancer.
“Dylan passed away on Friday morning with his family by his side having courageously fought the disease for three years after initially being diagnosed with testicular cancer in summer 2011.
“He remained a regular visitor to Chadwell Heath throughout his treatment and his positive attitude and professional approach to his football and training always impressed and boosted his team-mates and coaches alike.”
Tombides was described by the club as a “resilient” fighter throughout his illness, having gone through months of surgery and chemotherapy while remaining positive, and on the pitch was said to be an “outstanding talent” which led to his first-team debut in their League Cup defeat to Wigan in 2012, coming off the bench for the latter stages.
“Dylan's amazing resilience and positivity saw him through months of surgery and chemotherapy, while his outstanding talent saw him make his first-team debut in a League Cup tie with Wigan Athletic at the Boleyn Ground in September 2012.
“Away from the pitch, Dylan did a huge amount of work to raise awareness of male cancer, supporting the One for the Boys campaign at a number of high-profile events alongside the likes of Hollywood star Samuel L. Jackson, snooker star Jimmy White and fellow Australian Peter Andre.
“Dylan was respected by everyone who knew him for his intelligent views on the game and his larger than life character. He was a loving son, amazing brother and well-respected member of the West Ham squad. He will be hugely missed by everyone who had the honour of knowing him.”
West Ham players will also wear black armbands in respect of the Australian, who made five appearances for their Under-17s and four appearances this year for the Under-23s.
The club said that their thoughts are with Tombides parents Tracylee and Jim, as well as his brother Taylor and friends and family. They ask that they are allowed to grieve the sad death in peace.

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