The family of Becky Parker, strangled to death in Burnham, have paid tribute to their "absolute angel".
Becky, 23, was found dead at her flat in Booth Place, Burnham, on Friday afternoon.
Matthew Smith, 23, of Wood Corner caravan park, appeared at Chelmsford Crown Court yesterday charged with her murder. No plea was entered.
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In a statement issued through Essex Police, Becky, her mother said: "Becky was such a bubbly girl and a fantastic mother who adored spending time with her two precious children. Her whole life revolved around her children.”
Becky’s parents added: "We have been denied of our beautiful daughter and unborn granddaughter. Becky will be greatly missed by the whole family.”
Becky’s partner, Shane, said: "Becky was the best woman I could have ever wished to meet. We were so looking forward to the birth of our first child together, a little girl, who we were going to name Charmaine.”
For a special report, see Thursday's Maldon & Burnham Standard
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