The community mourns the loss of Gemma Devonish, a beloved teacher tragically killed in Carshalton, leaving friends and family heartbroken.
Since then, people have been laying flowers at Rosebery School in Epsom to honor her memory. It’s heartbreaking to see how much she meant to everyone. Just a few days later, a bunch of flowers was placed next to a memorial bench in Trinity Square, with a sign that read #SayHerName. This bench was made by local artists to raise awareness about violence against women and girls.
Many friends and former students have shared touching tributes. One of them, Rosie Friend, expressed how loved Gemma was and how she always went out of her way to support others. Another friend, Niki Hodson-Aubrey, described her as an incredible woman whose light was taken too soon.
The Rosebery School community is devastated by this loss. They released a statement saying their thoughts are with Gemma’s family during this tough time.
In a twist, a man named James Madden, who was in a long-term relationship with Gemma, has been charged with her murder. He appeared in court on Christmas Eve, and the case is set to continue in March.
To help with funeral costs, a fundraiser has been set up, and it’s already raised over £14,000. If you want to contribute, you can find the link online. It’s just a really tragic situation that has left so many people heartbroken.