Amelie Boyd (née Ogden) was born on 26 April 2005 and tragically passed away on 23 February 2026, aged just 20.
Amelie grew up in Meopham after moving there in 2009, attending Meopham Primary School and Wrotham School. She was a vibrant, strong, bright and funny young woman whose warmth and personality left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her.
In April last year she married her beloved husband, Gerrard. They were excitedly planning their future together, looking forward to celebrating their first wedding anniversary and Amelie’s 21st birthday this April.
Amelie lived life with colour and passion. She loved netball and played for two teams, and her creativity shone through the beautiful handmade jewellery she crafted. Her love of Hello Kitty and all things pink was almost legendary. When Amelie loved someone, she showed it completely, through kindness, laughter and countless thoughtful gestures.
Her humour lit up every room. Whether working behind the bar at events at Meopham Cricket Club, helping at community events, or raising money by selling her crafts, Amelie was always giving something of herself to others.
Although Amelie faced challenges with autism and her mental health, she had enjoyed almost three happy years and was making plans for the future, festivals, family holidays, and even a sweet-16 party for her beloved cat, Tuna.
Amelie leaves behind her husband Gerrard, mum Claudia, stepdad Foggy, brother Joshua, sisters Lana and Eve, and a wide circle of family and friends who are devastated by her loss.
In Amelie’s memory, the family are raising funds for the Elliott Holmes Memorial Fund, helping provide vital counselling to young people in Gravesham, supporting those who need it most and helping prevent other families experiencing the same heartbreak. Please donate if you can, every little helps.
Fri 20 Mar 2026
We will honour Amelie and celebrate her Friday 20th March at 9:30am at Thames View Crematorium. Gravesend Rd, Shorne , Gravesend, Kent DA12 3JH Wake: The Pavilion, Meopham Green, Kent DA13 0PY Parking: Available around the Green
Gravesham | Counselling, Advice & Mentoring
Gravesham | Counselling, Advice & Mentoring
A volunteer-led organisation providing fast, direct access to mental health counselling for young people aged 13-19, living or attending a school in Gravesham
£55
will fund one counselling session for a young person
£165
will fund three counselling sessions for a young person
£330
will fund one young person through counselling
£55
will fund one counselling session for a young person
£165
will fund three counselling sessions for a young person
£330
will fund one young person through counselling
Amelie Boyd (née Ogden) was born on 26 April 2005 and tragically passed away on 23 February 2026, aged just 20.
Amelie grew up in Meopham after moving there in 2009, attending Meopham Primary School and Wrotham School. She was a vibrant, strong, bright and funny young woman whose warmth and personality left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her.
In April last year she married her beloved husband, Gerrard. They were excitedly planning their future together, looking forward to celebrating their first wedding anniversary and Amelie’s 21st birthday this April.
Amelie lived life with colour and passion. She loved netball and played for two teams, and her creativity shone through the beautiful handmade jewellery she crafted. Her love of Hello Kitty and all things pink was almost legendary. When Amelie loved someone, she showed it completely, through kindness, laughter and countless thoughtful gestures.
Her humour lit up every room. Whether working behind the bar at events at Meopham Cricket Club, helping at community events, or raising money by selling her crafts, Amelie was always giving something of herself to others.
Although Amelie faced challenges with autism and her mental health, she had enjoyed almost three happy years and was making plans for the future, festivals, family holidays, and even a sweet-16 party for her beloved cat, Tuna.
Amelie leaves behind her husband Gerrard, mum Claudia, stepdad Foggy, brother Joshua, sisters Lana and Eve, and a wide circle of family and friends who are devastated by her loss.
In Amelie’s memory, the family are raising funds for the Elliott Holmes Memorial Fund, helping provide vital counselling to young people in Gravesham, supporting those who need it most and helping prevent other families experiencing the same heartbreak. Please donate if you can, every little helps.
