Evonne Cameron-Phillips
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Evonne was of Welsh-Jamaican descent, a mother of three and grandmother to four. She was born in Cardiff, Wales, lived in Nigeria for a few years, returned to Cardiff for a brief period whilst re-starting her education as a mature student but spent the last 30 years of her life in London.As a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist she ran a private practice throughout her career as well as working for a number of organisations and associations over the years. Her more recent work was in a supervisory capacity. She also volunteered for a number of charities.
Evonne was a member of the Triratna Buddhist Community for over 10 years and had particular connection to the North London Buddhist Centre, one of many Triratna centres. She enjoyed being an active part of the community as it became an increasingly important aspect of her life over the years. She became a mitra ('friend'), which means she was witnessed in a formal ceremony by the community as a practicing Buddhist. She had also asked for Ordination into the Triratna Buddhist Order and was working towards that with energy, wisdom and increasingly boundless love.
Evonne was private in the practice of her faith but generously shared her understandings with those who had an interest or curiosity. Her children were big beneficiaries of her Buddhist practice.
Unable to meditate formally in her last weeks, she described her practice then as sending love to everyone many times a day, and leaning into gratitude and moments of joy and peace. Thankfully she had the time to express her wishes for a Buddhist funeral ceremony and speak with Bodhamayi and Karunagita about the details. This provides us all with the opportunity to honour and celebrate her the way she would have wanted.Evonne had a wide group of friends from many aspects of her life and many times in her life. Her interest in people, desire to build relationships, kindness, compassion and sense of humour means that she has been surrounded by vibrant communities of people from work, hobbies, family, interests and just general life.She was a loving mother to Dele, Kemi and Tayo, grandmother to Jason, Sebastian, Joshua and Isabella, sister to John Cameron and aunty to Michelle, Paul, Kelly, Amber, Ruthy and other family members. She was also a fabulous Dog-grandma to Truffle. It is impossible for us to re-count the many aspects of Evonne’s life. That is a collective effort - from all who knew her - that we sincerely hope you will join us in creating.
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July 25, 2026
Dear mama
Time cheats and tricks us. So many times I've felt like 10 minutes is a long time to wait, outside a shop, in a meeting, for something to cook. But it has been 2 years worth of ten minutes since you've been gone. I don't know how I've coped. My world fell apart, bottom fell out, ground fell away when we lost you. I wasn't sure how it would be okay even though you kept saying it would be.
I think of you every day mama. I talk to you, write to you, remember you. Always. Though we mark this anniversary, you are alive, thriving and excelling still through the lives you touched, memories and all the little ways of you - I see often in our family.
Miss you mum. Don't forget me. You were always so good at remembering me and I miss you not being here to know I am remembered every day.
I just miss my mum and remain immensely proud of you and deeply grateful.
All my love
Kemi Wemmy
Xxxx
Time cheats and tricks us. So many times I've felt like 10 minutes is a long time to wait, outside a shop, in a meeting, for something to cook. But it has been 2 years worth of ten minutes since you've been gone. I don't know how I've coped. My world fell apart, bottom fell out, ground fell away when we lost you. I wasn't sure how it would be okay even though you kept saying it would be.
I think of you every day mama. I talk to you, write to you, remember you. Always. Though we mark this anniversary, you are alive, thriving and excelling still through the lives you touched, memories and all the little ways of you - I see often in our family.
Miss you mum. Don't forget me. You were always so good at remembering me and I miss you not being here to know I am remembered every day.
I just miss my mum and remain immensely proud of you and deeply grateful.
All my love
Kemi Wemmy
Xxxx
July 24, 2026
Two years without you Evonne... You were my dear (and cool) therapist for nearly 6 years. You would be always there for me twice a week. I did not know you were a Buddhist too and lived in Wales like me... When you passed away, I felt like a little girl who just lost her mother like an orphan. I am with a foster mother now, my new therapist but still missing you. You got me through so many turbulent times. I feel grateful that our paths crossed and you were a big part of my life. You will be in my heart forever.
July 24, 2026
Evening Ÿ Friday night with a glass of Southern and some old school reggae. It's just coming up to 10.00, Remember our Friday nights? 3 bottles of wine for £10 then off to dance our legs off. You always put a smile on my face and still do. Miss you every day Y but know you are still and will always be in my heart ❤️
July 24, 2026
Can.t believe it,s been 2 yrs,you are missed every day.Kemi,Tayo and Dele your mum shines through you everyday. My grandson Louie has his extended aunties and uncle and will get to know about mum as he grows.she will always be remembered.There will be 🍫 and a glass of Southern over this wkend❤️❤️ xxx
July 24, 2026
I still read your last message you sent me and it always touches my heart just like you. ❤️. Miss you always
July 24, 2026
Auntie evonne..two years have passed already, I can’t believe it!
I think about you everyday, I hear your voice and presence with me while I go through my day to day life. Even the harder days and taking a step out to breathe like you always would tell me to do reminiscing our conversations over and over.
I still talk about you as if your here tell our nez all the stories of us all being together, showing her photos. I’ll forever keep you in our day to day lives and always remind our kids of how much of a wonderful woman you are. When the sky shows a beautiful sunset or a bright moon with thousands of stars me and nez sit there for the longest time and talk about you and bampy..pointing out the biggest stars and i tell her it’s you guys! I think that little bit of comfort of knowing your always there makes this somewhat easier for us all.
I hope your up there with bampy having a giggle and resting in paradise🤍
We love you and think of you everyday single day
I think about you everyday, I hear your voice and presence with me while I go through my day to day life. Even the harder days and taking a step out to breathe like you always would tell me to do reminiscing our conversations over and over.
I still talk about you as if your here tell our nez all the stories of us all being together, showing her photos. I’ll forever keep you in our day to day lives and always remind our kids of how much of a wonderful woman you are. When the sky shows a beautiful sunset or a bright moon with thousands of stars me and nez sit there for the longest time and talk about you and bampy..pointing out the biggest stars and i tell her it’s you guys! I think that little bit of comfort of knowing your always there makes this somewhat easier for us all.
I hope your up there with bampy having a giggle and resting in paradise🤍
We love you and think of you everyday single day
July 24, 2026
I first met Evonne in the Psychoanalytical space. And, years later, we found each other again in the Buddhist space. I witnessed, & was a recipient of her Courageous authenticity, generosity & honesty. It was like fresh Oxygen. I respected her principled way. And after her death I witnessed, & was again a benefactor of, this compassion & generosity. I witnessed this bold patient love & care in her children at their darkest of times. I witness this creative & boundless compassion rippling out to those that knew her...& all who meet them & will do so for generations to come. The most potent & meaningful legacy. Yvonne is still with me in so many ways...communicating her sacred messages of awareness & Care. I'm beyond words Grateful to her, & her family's meaningful care & generosity. It's made a huge difference to me. I walk past what was once her home...my heart finds her every time...& I bow deeply.
July 24, 2026
Two years today since we lost you, Evonne.
It’s hard to believe how quickly time has passed. Not a day goes by that you don’t cross my mind. Your kindness, laughter, and the memories we shared will stay with me forever.
You are deeply missed and always loved. I hope you’re at peace, and I know you’ll never be forgotten by everyone whose life you touched.Dilek
It’s hard to believe how quickly time has passed. Not a day goes by that you don’t cross my mind. Your kindness, laughter, and the memories we shared will stay with me forever.
You are deeply missed and always loved. I hope you’re at peace, and I know you’ll never be forgotten by everyone whose life you touched.Dilek
July 24, 2026
Kemi, Tayo & Dele,
Thinking of you all today as you remember your mom.
Two years on, you've carried her memory with quiet strength and grace. Not letting the loss define you, you've continued to honour her through the way you live, the kindness you show, and the light you bring to others. That is a legacy in itself.
I didn't have the privilege of knowing her well enough but knowing each of you, I think she would be deeply proud of you, the bond you've kept and the people you are becoming.
Toyin and I are holding you in our thoughts today.
Thinking of you all today as you remember your mom.
Two years on, you've carried her memory with quiet strength and grace. Not letting the loss define you, you've continued to honour her through the way you live, the kindness you show, and the light you bring to others. That is a legacy in itself.
I didn't have the privilege of knowing her well enough but knowing each of you, I think she would be deeply proud of you, the bond you've kept and the people you are becoming.
Toyin and I are holding you in our thoughts today.
August 14, 2024
I was in a Mitra Study group years ago and more recently in the Buddhist Elders Group with Evonne. Very sad to hear she is dead. Her gentle kindness concealed a formidable brain but she wore her knowledge lightly and was always willing to listen and accept others for who they are. I admired her a lot and learned self-restraint from her. I shall miss her giggle and warm presence in the group. Rest in peace, Evonne.
August 12, 2024
Fund memories and farewell to a calm, strong and wise woman. It was a genuinely lovely experience working with Evonne as my clinical supervisor. I recall the day she shared with me that she has links with Nigeria and had actually lived there for a few years. I was pleasantly surprised and felt an affiliation to her in a way I hadn’t done before. She will be missed but I am thankful I am joining with many others to celebrate her well lived life. O d’igba o!🙏🏾
August 12, 2024
I am very saddened to hear of Evonne's passing away. She was a thoughtful and deep person, who was committed to her work with people at the Arbours Crisis Centre. I met here there while she was a trainee psychotherapist and resident therapist. Later, I worked with her as her supervisor and team leader. She always impressed me as a moral person while remaining non-judgmental with others. Her capacity to remain calm and contained at the same time as being emotionally available made her an ideal therapist for the many damaged and disturbed people with whom she worked in that early stage of her career. She also had a quiet and ironic sense of Welsh humour, with an attractive knowing smile. I also knew that she was very committed to her family, and protected the privacy of its members. May her soul rest in peace.
August 12, 2024
I am very sad to hear the news of Eyonne’s death. My condolences to her family & friends at such a sad time. I knew Evonne during our Mitra study at the North London Buddhist Centre. She was always warm, friendly and helpful, a lovely person to be around. Sending my love to her loved ones.
August 12, 2024
Aunty Evonne's heart so was so full of love, kindness and humour. My deepest condolences to Dele, Kemi ,Tayo and all who knew and loved her. She will be deeply missed.
I will forever be grateful for her impact on my trajectory as a young man, and how she so easily made me feel like family when I was so far away from my own.
Sleep Well Aunty.
I will forever be grateful for her impact on my trajectory as a young man, and how she so easily made me feel like family when I was so far away from my own.
Sleep Well Aunty.
August 12, 2024
Sincere condolences to the family on your loss.
Evonne recently joined us here at the Maya Centre as a Clinical Supervisor. When she came for interview I recognised her as my mentor for 2 years whilst on my course under BAATN’s Each One Teach One programme. Evonne got me through some hectic times which I am forever grateful for
May she rest well 🙏🏾
Evonne recently joined us here at the Maya Centre as a Clinical Supervisor. When she came for interview I recognised her as my mentor for 2 years whilst on my course under BAATN’s Each One Teach One programme. Evonne got me through some hectic times which I am forever grateful for
May she rest well 🙏🏾
August 10, 2024
I was told recently that a mark of your parenting is how much your children want to be around you when they don’t have to be. Beautiful Aunty Yvonne was so greatly loved by her children who sought to be with her at every opportunity. After many years, we met again 10 years ago around this same time, memories from childhood of her voice, the slight remainder of a Welsh lilt and her pronunciation of my name, her smile and warmth were the same. The warmth quickly and easily extended to my own children. How proud she was of Dele, Kemi and Tayo (and they of her). May they be comforted. Amen.
August 9, 2024
So sad to hear the news of Eyonne’s death. I want to send my condolences to her family & friends at such a sad time. I knew Eyonne during her Psychoanalytic training and placement at the Arbours Association. She had such an open heart and ability to make everyone she came into contact with feel safe, secure and at ease.
August 6, 2024
Evonne was always such a warm presence. I loved sharing a room with her on retreat. Big love. I'll be so touched to meet your family on the sad occasion next week.
August 4, 2024
Evonne left a strong impression even on people who only met her a few times. We only had one long conversation, but I clearly remember how easy it was to talk to her and the calm, peaceful feeling in the room. I am so sorry for your loss, Kemi and family. I hope that Evonne’s love will live on in all of your lives and that happy memories of time spent together will be a comfort.
August 3, 2024
I met Evonne when we worked at the Arbours Crisis Centre. I was immediately attracted to her warmth and wisdom. We remained friends over the passing years. We would meet up occasionally for coffee or dinner. We had a special pact to always meet up close to the New Year., which we usually managed to maintain. We had lunch together a few months ago and made plans to go walking together. Sadly, we will never do that. I loved Evonne. She had compassion, wisdom, depth, compassion and humour. She was a truly beautiful person. I will miss her.
August 2, 2024
A kind and lovely neighbour and friend who will be very much missed RIP🙏🌞
August 2, 2024
Vonnie and I met in the late 80's. We were both employed as legal secretaries at a firm of solicitors in Streatham opposite Odeon. We quickly became friends especially because of the Welsh family connection. Throughout the years we became very close. We shared a lot and was there for each other through very challenging times. I found Vonnie to be a genuine and sincere person. We didn't always agree and when the occasion warranted it, we agreed to disagree without damaging our relationship. We were able to rely on each other's advice and support so she became the sister I never had. I got to know her children and she mine. We experienced loss of loved ones. I gained a strong sense of who Vonnie was as a mother. We shared quite a lot as sisters do. She loved her children deeply and made every effort to ensure that they were aware of their mixed heritage. Her efforts in that regard is very evident. I am so proud of her. Back in the day weekends would find us (along with other friends) sipping some 'Cockspur' Bajan rum. She loved dancing. One of our favourite places to go was 'Gullivers'. As the years progressed we decided on a career change. She went on to qualify as a psychotherapist and me a Counsellor
August 1, 2024
Dearest Evonne, I'm utterly devasted to know that you are not with us any longer. I so loved our little get-togethers, when I was down visiting Rik &Tayo. We'd chat about the family and put the world to rights. Or we'd maybe meet for a coffee at Ally Palace and have a quick catch up. It has been an absolute pleasure to have known you. Your compassion, your strength and resilience in life. You have been an amazing friend who has departed from us far too early. We shall meet again at 'God's gate' one day. Until then may you rest in peace.
August 1, 2024
I dont know Yvonne in person. However, I am a good friend with her wonderful daughter Tayo. Tayo is a hard working, intelligent, caring soul to everyone around her and very concentrated on what she suppose to do. I think Yvonne will be so proud of herself has Tayo as her daughter and taught her as such a good person. I believe Tayo will continue her legacy and hope Yvonne will rest in peace in the heaven.
August 1, 2024
Yvonne it broke my heart to know I won’t hear your laugh anymore. You were like a sister to me in my very younger years then an aunt,then just Yvonne, someone full of wisdom kindness and patience. I will really miss you as will dad who you were alway there for. God bless you and keep you safe.
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