The family of a woman who died following a collision in Stockport have paid tribute to her.
73-year-old Sonia Adams was driving a red Kia Rio on Hyde Road, Woodley on Wednesday when it hit by a black BMW 3351 was involved in a collision with a red Kia Rio as well as a tree and a stationary vehicle.
Paying tribute to Sonia, her family said: “She was a genuine, hardworking and energetic 73-year-old – constantly raising money for charity, in particular Cystic Fibrosis as her granddaughter had the condition. She was also a member of rambler association and various other organisations and even did a paper round to keep active, having lost her partner of 20 years less than 18 months ago to a brain haemorrhage.
“She was a devoted mother to Wesley and Tanya and grandmother to four children as well as her extended family of three children and nine grandchildren.
“As an avid gardener and wildlife lover (and unquestionably a lover of all things cake! … she made a great trifle!!), she always put others before herself and didn’t want to sit back and relax in her retirement. She wanted to keep active and busy with her garden and had a zest for life that put others to shame.
“We are all heartbroken that her life has been cut tragically short. She will be leaving a hole that can’t be filled”.
The investigation into the collision is continuing.
A 23-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. He has since been released under investigation.
Enquiries are ongoing to trace a second man who left the scene prior to police arrival.
Sergeant Andrew Page, of GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “This was a tragic incident which sadly resulted in Sonia’s death and we are doing everything we can to support her family at this incredibly difficult time.
“Our thoughts are with Sonia’s family and friends as we continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this collision.
“This incident occurred on a busy road in broad daylight and I am confident that there are a number of witnesses who can help us with our investigation. I would urge anyone with any dash-cam footage or any useful information at all to please get in touch with police as soon as possible.”
