Edith Young, a long-serving member of the Board at Shire Housing Association, has died suddenly.

Janet Allan, chairperson of the Association, said: “Everyone at Shire Housing is shocked and saddened to hear of Edith’s sudden death. She was a very dedicated and loyal Board Member who made a large contribution to the transformation of the Association over recent years and to her community in Newmilns.”

Director Jim Munro added: “Edith worked tirelessly for the Association and her local community in her role as a Tenant Board Member. She also played a prominent role in the success of the East Ayrshire Care and Repair Service. Her death is big loss to the Association, and she will be sadly missed by everyone at Shire Housing Association.”

The Association sends its condolences to Edith’s family.