Tributes have been paid to a woman who died after her mobility scooter was hit by a car in Yate.

Shirley Meaden, 83, died from critical injuries she sustained in the crash on Westerleigh Road on the morning of Sunday, August 29.

Her family has issued the following tribute:

“In memory of Shirley Meaden: mother of Mark and Maurice and grandmother to James, Tom, Maddison, Amber and Liam.

“To a lady that had endless giving in any way she could help from sewing to shopping and just being a friend. She will be missed by people from all walks of life.

“Good night, God Bless Mum.”

A celebration of Shirley’s life will be held on Friday, September 24 from 3.15pm-5.45pm at Stanshawes Court.

Specialist officers from Avon and Somerset to police are offering support to Shirley’s family as enquiries into the incident continue.