Tributes paid to Taunton woman who died in Shaldon crash

69-year-old artist Elizabeth Brown, from Taunton <i>(Image: Devon & Cornwall Police)</i>
69-year-old artist Elizabeth Brown, from Taunton (Image: Devon & Cornwall Police)
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A WOMAN who died in a collision in Shaldon has been named as 69-year-old Elizabeth Brown from Taunton.

The incident happened on the A379 Torquay Road on Friday, July 3, at around 1.20pm and involved a silver motorcycle and a pedestrian.

According to a spokesperson for Devon and Cornwall Police, Ms Brown was pronounced dead at the scene.

Her family have paid tribute to her, describing her as a "dear friend to many" and a talented artist who created beautiful paintings reflecting her 'strong, bright, intuitive and warm' personality. 

They said: "Liz leaves behind her children Camilla and Alastair, her partner Simon and her brother Andrew.

"Last year, Liz became a proud grandmother to Circe.

"Liz was an artist. She loved colour and created big, bright paintings that reflect her personality: strong, bright, intuitive, and warm.

"She had a beautiful final day, spending time with Simon and her cockapoo Bertie, swimming at Ness Beach in the sunshine.

"We would like to thank everyone that has sent kind messages of support during the difficult weeks following.

"We will continue to remember her for the amazing woman she was every day."

Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the collision.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant dashcam footage is asked to contact Devon and Cornwall Police on 101, quoting reference 50260172663.

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