Selma peacefully passed away at Sable Cottage in Kelsall, Tarporley on Friday 5th December 2025, aged 86 years.
Now reunited with her Mum, Dad, Sonia, Sandra, Roy and many great friends.
A Loving Mum to Sarah, Rachel and Gila. Mother-in-Law to Stephen, Terrance and Stelios. A Cherished Grandmother to Rebecca, Isaac, Clodagh and Rhea. Dear Sister to Bernard and his partner Sandra and Diana and her Husband Philip, who she loved dearly. An adored Auntie to her Nieces and Nephew.
Selma will be deeply missed by her family.
Selma’s daughters wish to thank all of the staff at Sable Cottage Nursing and Residential Home for the wonderful care and support their Mum received during the last 6 years of her life.
‘Zichrona Livracha’ – ‘May her memory be a blessing’
Chosen Charity
In lieu of flowers, the family would be grateful to receive donations in aid of two charities. Cheshire Age UK, as they supported Selma and her family in so many wonderful ways throughout the last six years, or Royal Society for Blind Children. Selma loved children, and cared for her own mother when she went blind.
Messages of Condolence
Selma was our funkiest relation ever
We adored her as youngsters . We send lots of love and good memories to Sarah Rachel and Gila and all the families
May she rest in peace and radiate laughter upstairs
Lee Benson – 17th December 2025
I first met Selma 54 years ago and from that very first day her warmth and wonderful humour has shone through. She instantly made me feel truly a part of her family and indeed that’s how I have felt ever since.
She was a wonderful mum showing her three lovely girls the values of compassion and “family”. I think we can expect to feel a little diminished now by Selly’s presence no longer being in our lives. May her dear soul rest in peace and her legacy continue for ever more.
Nick Mandell – 17th December 2025
Darling Selly.
The oldest of my cousins, and loved by us all. She was “Bossy Boots” when I was little, but in the best way. So, so many good memories. She was kind, loving, and incredibly funny. Even though I didn’t get to see her in her later years, I would follow her through the girls’ posts on FB, and see pics of birthdays etc. She always looked smashing…
And that smile!
I know you’re somewhere having a good laugh with your Aunty Sonia 😏
All my love always to Sarah, Rachel and Gila
💚💙💜
Derynne – 17th December 2025
I was one of Selma’s bridesmaid, a little tiny tot with a big voice that shouted to my mum that I needed a wee wee, just as the service was starting !
Not sure Selma forgave me, but we certainly laughed about it many times.
Wishing you all the best memories
She loved you all x
Riva Ullmann (nee Benson) – 17th December 2025
Dearest Selly,
I remember a truly wonderful woman — witty, glamorous, and always the boss in the very best way. She had a presence that filled a room and a humour that stayed with you long after.
We are all better for having known her and she will never be forgotten.
Sending love to Sarah, Rachel and Gila at this difficult time.
Lots of love
Teresa xxxx
Teresa – 18th December 2025
Miss you my lovely number 1 cousin.
Always loved to call you especially on your birthday to chat and have fun and laugh about the years gone by.
Tony – 7th January 2026
Thinking of you and family
Lots of love
Janis xxx
Janis – 8th January 2026
A strong feisty woman with warmth and wit – who raised three fine daughters single handedly. Little wonder you were so proud.
Rob Hull – 11th January 2026
The Harty Family have been entrusted with the arrangements for Selma, all enquiries to:
Hartys of Chester Family Funeral Directors,
14 Queens Park View,
Handbridge,
Chester,
CH4 7BU
(01244) 421 214
