Celia Veal, a member of SI Gosport, Fareham & District, has dedicated her life to the community and has now had the special honour of being presented with Maundy money by the Queen at Windsor Castle.
By coincidence, the day was extra poignant as it was Celia’s 54th wedding anniversary to her late husband Gordon Veal, who died at the age of 83 a year ago.
Celia said: ‘My sovereign said over the airwaves that she would serve us all for as long as she lived. My life has been about giving just like she has.’
Celia, who is a matron to the choristers at Portsmouth Anglican Cathedral, was recommended for the honour by the diocese of Portsmouth. She is also crucifer at St Ann’s Church in Portsmouth naval base and a member of the League of Friends at St Mary’s Hospital.
Celia added: ‘I’ve always been a busy lady. I’m tired sometimes, but it’s part of living. You can’t just sit in a chair – what’s the point?’
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