Tributes paid to 'kind and steadfast' TT Teas community champion

Tributes have been paid to a community champion who has died at the age of 89 after spending 33 years organising one of the Isle of Man's famous TT Teas groups.

Pamela Kinrade was chairman of Bride Commissioners, secretary of the Andreas produce show and a volunteer at the hospital in Ramsey as well as Age Concern.

She was particularly well-known for her homemade jams, and more than three decades organising the Bride TT Teas.

The church group, that provides food and refreshment during the annual racing spectacular, said Pam had been "a mainstay in the running of TT Teas and will be very much missed".

It said: "Her contribution to the north of the island will be sorely missed.

"Her guidance, friendship and support to the commissioners and clerk will also be sorely missed."

Pam had been living at a residential home in Ramsey as her health had deteriorated in recent months.

Pam also raised money in recent years for Robert Owen House, accommodation at the Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, after her experiences there with her late husband.

Bride Commissioners said: "Pam always brought with her a kindness and steadfast loyalty to the village, thinking of residents and villagers at every meeting.

"We will actively look to continue the legacy she has built over the years for this wonderful, friendly fundraising event."

Also paying tribute, the Andreas Produce Show said Pam served as show secretary for more than 35 years.

Its members offered their sympathies to her family and friends while "also acknowledging her huge service to the show over many years".

A funeral is due to take place at St Bridgets Church in Bride on 6 March.

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