Family pay tribute to retired postal worker following alleged murder
81-year-old Jenny Firth died in an incident near Helston last month.
Last updated 5th Jun 2026
An “utterly devastated” family has paid tribute to a “mischievous and charismatic” retired postal worker following her alleged murder.
Jenny Firth, 81, died in an incident in Ashton, near Helston, Cornwall, on May 28th.
In a tribute released by Devon and Cornwall Police, her family said: “Our family is utterly devastated by the sudden and tragic loss of our beautiful mum and granny."
“She was an incredibly fun-loving, mischievous and charismatic lady who brought great joy into the lives of everyone who knew her."
“Jenny dedicated herself to her family and her community, having served them as the village post lady for over 25 years."
“Jenny loved Cornwall, her home, her garden and Ashton village where she had lived for more than 60 years, and the village in turn loved her back."
“Her death has had a profound and far-reaching impact on an entire community."
“We refuse to let her death overshadow the beautiful life she lived. We are fully determined to focus on her legacy and honour her through a lifetime of joyful, positive memories."
“She was an elderly and vulnerable lady, and we are utterly heartbroken by her death."
“We kindly ask that our privacy, and that of the local community, is respected to allow us to grieve our loss.”
Edward Holden, 36, of Alexandra Place, Penzance, Cornwall, will face trial later this year charged with rape and murder.
A plea and trial preparation hearing will take place on July 14th at Truro Crown Court.