Tributes paid to woman who died after being swept into river at Glen Esk
57-year-old Wendy Taylor died on Thursday
Last updated 24th Oct 2023
The family of one of the known victims of Storm Babet have described her as a "ray of sunshine".
57-year-old Wendy Taylor died following an incident at the Water of Lee, Glen Esk, on Thursday.
In a statement released through Police Scotland, her loved ones said:
"We are absolutely heartbroken to lose Wendy in such tragic circumstances and are still struggling to come to terms with it.
"Wendy was a beautiful, kind, funny and caring person. She was a ray of sunshine for everyone who was fortunate enough to know her.
"Wendy was the beloved wife, best friend and soulmate in life to George, mother to James, Sally and Susanna and Granny to India and George.
"Our family would like to thank Police Scotland for their professionalism and sensitivity in recent days. And in particular Paul Morgan of Police Mountain Rescue for recovering Wendy.
"Thank you to all of our extended family and friends for supporting us through this indescribably difficult time."
Mrs Taylor is one of four people confirmed to have died as a result of the severe weather, which brought torrential rain and devastating flooding across the UK.