Tributes paid to mother and daughter killed in M4 crash
The pair were killed when a lorry and two cars collided
Last updated 24th Oct 2023
Two women, who died in a crash on the M4 near Bath last Friday (20 October), have been named as a mother and daughter from Caerphilly.
Cheryl Woods (61) and Sarha Smith (40), lost their lives in a collision between a lorry and two cars, at around 9:10am on Friday morning.
The motorway was closed in both directions between junctions 17 and 18 for most of the day, while the emergency services dealt with the scene.
“Cheryl Woods, cherished by those in her life, fulfilled the roles of a loving mother, doting grandmother, cherished sister, and a dear friend," a statement from the family reads.
"Her selflessness was a defining trait, consistently prioritising her family's well-being over her own, and she took immense pride in her Welsh heritage while nurturing a deep love for nature.
“Sarha Smith, in the footsteps of her mother, unselfishly devoted herself to her family's needs ahead of her own.
"She was not only a mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, but her absence leaves a void for those who relied on her radiant presence.
"Her legacy lives on through her six daughters, who will forever hold her memory close and strive to honour her with their efforts.”