Rotherham woman remembered as "exceptional" after collision with van
A Rotherham woman, who died after a collision with a van, is being remembered as "exceptional" and "strong minded" by her family.
Police were called out on Wednesday 22nd January at 8.02pm to reports of a road traffic collision on Woodhouse Green in Thurcroft.
It is reported that a pedestrian and a silver Ford Transit were involved in the collision.
The pedestrian, an 84-year-old woman, now named as Elaine Hodgson was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries, where she sadly later died.
Today Elaine’s family has paid tribute to their much-loved mum, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunty and friend.
They said: “Our Mum, grandma and great grandma, was an exceptional and strong-minded individual who dedicated 45 years of her life to nursing.
“Throughout her career, she cared for countless patients, offering her expertise and compassion through both challenging and difficult times.
“Her commitment to her family and friends, particularly her great-grandchildren, was unwavering and unquestionable, reflecting her profound love and devotion for them.”