MICHELLE Noakes married the love of her life Simon in August 2019. It was their dream wedding. And, like most brides, she felt a mixture of nervousness and elation.
10 Michelle and Simon Noakes with children Otto and Poppy on their wedding day Credit: SWNS 10 The mum died after being diagnosed with an aggressive and inoperable brain tumour Credit: SWNS But on top of the seemingly normal big day buzz, she also noticed a tingling sensation in her face and hands. At the time, she put it down to the excitement of tying the knot, but when Michelle's symptoms rapidly progressed, she sought advice from her GP. Months later, she was diagnosed with an aggressive and inoperable brain tumour .
Michelle, who grew up near Honiton in Devon, received NHS and private treatment, but by early 2021, she had lost nearly all of her speech, vision and mobility. She passed away in June of that year - 19 months after her diagnosis and just before her 40th birthday. Michelle, who worked in public relations, is survived by husband Simon and children Otto and Poppy.
Her family has since raised more than £7,000 for Brain Tumour Research in her memory. Michelle's sister Sam Williams described her as "the loveliest, kindest, most thoughtful, fun-natured person who was loved by everyone who knew her". Most read in Health EUR ON Gers handed Champions League qualifying boost as Hearts discover Europa League fate 'YIKES' Scotland Euros hero spotted at Old Firm Cup final with radical hair change GO FISHING In.