Woman dies after collision in Blackpool
The family of a woman who died following a road traffic collision in Blackpool have paid tribute to her ‘heart of gold’ and ‘smile of pure joy’.
Maria Dickinson was getting out of a car she was a passenger in on Westmorland Avenue on Friday (25th February) when she collapsed and was involved in a collision with a Mercedes car that had stopped to let her get out.
The 72 year old from the resort suffered serious injuries and was taken to Royal Preston Hospital but died the next day surrounded by family.
Police are continuing to appeal for information after the collision. Anyone with information can contact police on 101 quoting log 1219 of February 25.
In a statement, her family said: “Farewell Maria (Zeb) Dickinson who passed away peacefully on Saturday 26th February surrounded by family.
“Born into a family of performers she carried on the family tradition when she became one of The Roly Poly dance troupe - performing up and down the country and travelling the world. She certainly managed to cram one hell of a life into her 72 years on this planet.
“Wife, mother, sister, nana, best friend - life will never be the same for those that have lost her.
“A heart of gold, a smile of pure joy, a kindness that extended to all she knew – that was Maria.
“Her life will live on through her little granddaughter who inherited her bold/vivacious personality and loves to dance (just like her nana).
“Funeral arrangements have not yet been discussed but will be communicated once completed. We hope to see everyone that wants to celebrate her life.
“Rest in Peace x.”