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Tributes paid to Headcorn mum Pemmalina Lee, 21, who took her own life

Friends and family of a young mum who took her own life have said they are "completely broken" following her death.

Tragedy struck again for the family at the heart of a devastating crash which killed four people in Headcorn last year.

Pemmalina Lee, 21, has been described as a "beautiful and kind-hearted" sister, daughter and mother
Pemmalina Lee, 21, has been described as a "beautiful and kind-hearted" sister, daughter and mother

Just 10 months following the tragic crash the family has been rocked by the death of "beautiful and kind hearted" Pemmalina Lee, who died over the weekend.

The 21-year-old was the partner of Paddy Cash, who was son and brother to fatal crash victims Johnny, 44, and Johnboy, 19, who both lost their lives in the collision in October.

Miles "Smiler" Cash, 25, and Jacko Cosgrove, 18, from Ashford, also died in the crash.

Now, her family and friends have paid tribute to the young mum, who was described as having a "precious aura" about her.

Speaking to KentOnline her family, including father Jimbob and mother Murtle, said: "Pemmalina was a young, bubbly and outgoing girl, full of life.

Pemmalina with her husband Paddy, who is the son and brother of Johnny Cash, 44, and Johnboy Cash, 19, who both died following a crash in Headcorn last year. Picture: Facebook
Pemmalina with her husband Paddy, who is the son and brother of Johnny Cash, 44, and Johnboy Cash, 19, who both died following a crash in Headcorn last year. Picture: Facebook

"She was the light of her two sisters' lives, Shannon and Avangeline, and her brother Rico’s world.

"She loved and adored her baby and thought he was solid gold. Pemmalina and her husband were madly and deeply in love.

"They loved going on holiday and spending time with her baby and she was the best friend any one could ask for.

"She was always a phone call away and there was nothing to big or small for her to do for you.

"Pemmalina was so beautiful in every way and so kind hearted. Everyone who knows her is completely broken. Life will never ever be the same without her she had a aura that was so precious and her smile and eyes would make you feel safe. She is a friend that will never be replaced."

Previously living in Surrey, Pemmalina married her husband Paddy after eloping at Gretna Green at the age of 16 and moved to Kent.

Her friend of 12 years Kathleen Connors said: "Oh my big beautiful girl I wish I was at home. I wish I could talk to you.

"12 years you've told me everything. Why did you leave us? I'll never get over you.

"I've never felt pain like this. To precious Pem I love you so much. I've lost people but you were my sister, you knew every single thing.

"You were the only one that was that close. I love you."

Bantamweight boxing champion Dennis McCann, also from Headcorn, posted a picture to his 186,000 followers, adding: "RIP Pemmalina. People need to speak out."

Miley Tammy Cash wrote: "Please pray for the family. They have been through so much this year. RIP beautiful Pemmalina."

Billie-Jo added: "My beautiful friend Pemmalina, more like family, I can’t believe you are gone pem you will be missed.

Pemmalina's took her own life, her friends and family have confirmed
Pemmalina's took her own life, her friends and family have confirmed

"You were loved unconditionally by your family and your friends. RIP beautiful angel, such a shame only 21.

"Thinking of her family. I’m absolutely heartbroken for them all."

Olivia Rustemi said: "I can’t believe I'm saying this, rest in peace Pemmalina. She really was the nicest girl. Pray for the family."

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