Judith died on 29th November following a short illness.

One of the first Purserettes employed by Union-Castle, she served on Intermediate Vessels between 1958 and 1961.

A story that 'did the rounds'  - on an early voyage in her career, she appeared late on duty in the Bureau and her greeting from the A/P was "You're not on Daddy's yacht now Miss Gardner"

"Daddy doesn't have a yacht - just aeroplanes!" was her response.

Judith was awarded her OBE for her charitable works.

The funeral will he held at St. Cross Church Winchester at 3.00pm on 29th January. 2025