What I loved about Irene was how warm and loving she was. She adored her family. I loved listening to her and found her previous career in research inspiring. A real role model in many ways.

What I loved about Irene was her thoughtful openness. Even though we didn’t meet often , it was always a pleasure when we did, as she welcomed us with open arms. Her intelligence and empathy shone through everything she did and said. I was full of admiration and we know she will be missed by many.

I grew up with Rowan and Dom, both Irene and Arthur were a massive part of my life as an early teen...I remember a "good talking to" from Irene about life, she was down to earth...take it or leave it, and that resignated with me, I'm so sorry to your family for such a massive loss and I will be thinking of you all xx