Your memories of Alice

I remember Alice coming online to one of our Zoom tutorials wearing a pair of cat's eye glasses and I remarked on how much she looked every bit the glamorous film star - because she really did. 

I also recall being full of admiration when she told me (within the context of something we'd been discussing) that she was vegan and made her own meals - I managed to be vegetarian for 6 months as a student; Alice stood by her principles and in this respect, she was inspirational. I also recall cautioning her against calling a meeting with one of her teachers, to express her dissatisfaction with the lessons; she called the meeting anyway, and had her say.

My memory of Alice is as someone beautiful, intelligent and determined, with a strong sense of justice. Thank-you for giving me the opportunity to say goodbye to her today and to celebrate her life; I'm very glad to have known her.

Alice, your smile, so warm and bright, will be remembered forever. Whenever I came into school in the morning, you would greet me with that same smile.

That is the memory I choose to carry with me in my heart.

May your beautiful soul forever rest in peace.🙏🏾

 Alice was one of those people no one could say a single bad thing about. Every time you saw her, she gave you such a genuine smile that you couldn’t resist smiling back to. And now when I only have memories of her left, she is smiling or laughing in each one of them.
 

We had a shared love of the show ‘Dexter’ that we would regularly watch together. Each time something shocking in the show would happen, she would be the first one I’d text. Every time any of us would see a funny Tik Tok or meme, we would send it to each other. Now, every time a post about ‘Dexter’ shows up on my feed, I have the reflex to send it to her without thinking. It seems like such a simple thing, but I miss being able to laugh about it together so incredibly much.
 

Since Alice was vegan and I was gluten-free, French fries were pretty much the only thing we could both get from the bistro in school. Therefore any time she bought fries, she would share with me and every time I bought fries, I'd share them with her.
 

If there was something I’d want everyone to know about Alice, it would be how incredibly easy-going she was and easy it was to talk to her. She always made me feel incredibly welcomed and comfortable regardless of where we were and I’ll always treasure dancing and taking pictures together at parties. She was truly a ray of sunshine. I’ll miss and love you forever, Alice. 

Dear Alice, Knowing you was truly a gift. Though it may sound cliché, you were genuinely beautiful, both inside and out. The Alice I knew was vibrant, outgoing, full of life, and had a sense of humour that could light up any room. You were one of a kind—bubbly, silly at times, and simply unforgettable.

You truly had it all—beauty, intelligence, warmth, and an incredible kindness that made everyone around you feel valued. You had this remarkable ability to lift others up, even on your toughest days. I’ll always remember the warm hugs you gave whenever I visited your house and how you’d greet me with, “Hello Miss, how are you?” 

I treasure our conversations—talking about your close friends and their relationships, your dreams of going to university in London, and the exciting plans you were making. Even our small, everyday chats felt special with you. You were always eager to embrace new experiences, never afraid to explore all that life had to offer. 

You were an excellent baker, especially when it came to muffins and other sweet treats. I can still see the joy in your eyes whenever you’d ask me to taste them. But, between us, I have to admit—cleaning wasn’t your strong suit! I’ll never forget the day I made you an avocado toast sandwich because you didn’t have anything for your lunchbox to take to school. You were so grateful, hugging me tightly over something as simple as a sandwich. Moments like that showed the depth of your warmth and gratitude and filled my heart with joy. 

I also remember helping you pack your luggage—deciding what clothes to take and laughing about how you always wanted multiple outfit choices, even for a short trip. You’d make sure your hair straightener fit in your hand luggage and cheekily say you’d convince Camelia to let you sneak in a few extra clothes. We’d giggle about it, and I admired how you always knew what you wanted and went for it in the most adorable way. We shared so many beautiful moments together that it’s hard to sum them up. Each memory is a treasure that I will carry with me always. I still can’t quite believe you’re gone. 

You were such a bright light in my life, and the world feels immeasurably dimmer without you. Rest in peace, my dear Alice. You will forever hold a special place in my heart. With love, Miss Lily 

 Alice had a truly special presence în my class în year 3. She was a girl of quiet strenght, creative and determined. She started ouț shy, but with time, she embaresed challanges and grew into someone who was positive and open to learn. The moments we've shared, your kindness and your unique spirit have left a lasting mark on me. That is a lovely memory! " I remember when you were in that lesson, and you were asked to draw a bird. You turned to me and asked," Can I draw a cat instead? I really like cats." THAT moment always stuck with me as it captured your playfull and genuine nature. 

The years passed, but whenever we crossed paths in the school corridors, you always stopped, looked at me with a warm smile and asked, " How are you,Miss? Still în year 3?" That simple question, full of kindness and curiosity, always made me smile. It is a memoy I'll carry with me forever. 

Alice was my first friend from my year. We met during induction day and I remember coming home and telling my parents that I met an incredibly nice girl and that I was excited we would be in the same class in psychology. I remember her warm smile and that she was very kind and sweet to me from the start. When we joined the school at the same time, it felt like we were starting a new chapter together, and we just clicked. It’s like we were on the same wavelength right from the beginning, and it created this natural connection, making me feel less alone. 

Being in the same situation helped us bond, and now it feels like we’ve shared something important from the very start. She was always very polite to everyone, with a great sense of humour. I have many memories with her, like spending a night together at the sleepout, baking cookies for Romania day, having fun together in the Winter Fair or just being together in class. Since I dropped psychology this year, I didn’t get to interact with her as much as I did last year, but she would always greet me with a smile when we saw each other, something that was very appreciated. 

I would see her in the library every morning along with our other friends and always laugh about something. Despite the fact we were not super close, I always enjoyed her company and valued her as a friend. I am giving my warmest condolences to her family, I know she will be missed as she was one of a kind.🤍 

 Dear Alice, I wish I were writing this message under different circumstances—it still feels so surreal. I want to thank you for brightening up every single one of our maths lessons. Whether it was you and Rakshit talking absolute nonsense and making me laugh, or you eagerly telling me all about my lucky number and star sign, you always had a way of bringing the joy and putting a smile on my face. It’s clear that this was the effect you had on everyone around you—what an incredible way to be remembered: as the light in the room, someone who made life feel just a little bit warmer and happier for those lucky enough to know you and be around you. 

Your determination and resilience in maths were second to none. I’ll never forget the joy in your voice every time you shouted, "Yes! I’ve got it!" Your enthusiasm was contagious, and I feel so fortunate to have had you in my classes. I will miss you greatly, Alice, but I know that your beautiful spirit will always stay with me. Thank you for all the laughter, kindness, and light you brought into our lives. Miss Buckley