family of Catherine Blackhurst, who sadly died in Ashton-under-Lyne on Sunday 21 September, have paid tribute to her.
In a tribute, Catherine’s family said: “Cat was a bright, beautiful young woman with an infectious enthusiasm for life. She left an instant, lasting impression and anyone she met instantly fell in love with her larger-than-life personality. Her siblings loved her endlessly, they enjoyed special individual memories with her that will be cherished forever.
“We can’t put into words what Cat meant to us. She was so funny and smart. She accepted people for who they were with no judgement and was never afraid to be herself. If love was enough, she would be here with us right now celebrating.
“Cat was an intelligent young lady, so full of life and a can-do attitude to where she wanted to go in life, with the drive to achieve anything. She did so much in a short life, from gymnastics to chess tournaments, her apprenticeship in communications meant the world to her and she was a huge support to other children in care on social platforms.
“She had a love for her family and friends with a personality that everyone she met loved. As a family, we are immeasurably saddened with her passing and have so many special memories that will be cherished and talked about forever.
“We ask that our privacy is respected as we begin to process Cat’s passing and grieve as a family.”
Police are still appealing for anyone who may have been in the area of Whalley Close on the Saturday night and early hours of Sunday morning to come forward and assist our enquiries.
