Fundraising appeal launched after 'much-loved' Northampton mum dies following bike crash
‘Michelle, you were so, so strong and very much loved’
A fundraising page has been set up following the death of a ‘much-loved’ mum.
Michelle Tiller died after the bike she was riding was involved in a crash with a car at the junction of Broadway East and Lindsay Avenue on September 1 at 8.25am.
The 44-year-old, who had been biking to work, was taken by air ambulance to University Hospital Coventry but sadly died on September 17, around two weeks after the incident.
Friends have rallied to support Michelle’s family by setting up a fundraising page to help cover any expenses.
Organiser Sarah Smyth said: “After a brave battle for two weeks, Michelle sadly passed away.
“Michelle was a beloved wife, mum, daughter, sister, auntie and friend – and dog and horse mum too.
“Any donations, no matter how much, will be gratefully received and will be a massive help for her family towards any expenses.
“Michelle, you were so, so strong and very much loved.”
The fundraising page has currently received £6,660 in donations towards the £7,500 target.
Michelle leaves her husband Robert and their two sons, aged 20 and 15.
Robert recently paid tribute to his wife, who grew up in Blackthorn and cared for others in supported living.
He said: “Michelle was one of the kindest people you could ever hope to meet. She was supportive, patient and endlessly caring towards everyone around her. She always put others before herself and was the sort of person people naturally turned to when they needed help, comfort or encouragement.
“After the incident, one of the things that has stood out the most from the messages people have sent is how warm, friendly and joyful she was. I have received so many messages from people who have spoken of her kindness and the positive impact she had on their lives. Michelle just had a special way of making everyone feel welcome, valued and cared for.
“Michelle's love, kindness, devotion and laughter will stay with all of us forever. She was deeply loved, she will be deeply missed, and we will speak of her every day to remind ourselves of how lucky we were to be the ones she loved.”
Police are still appealing for witnesses to the crash and those who have CCTV, doorbell or dash-cam footage. Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101.
An 80-year-old man from Northampton has been arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by careless driving and released on police bail pending further investigation.
Visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/hope-for-michelle-sescj to donate.