Tributes have poured in after the death of an award-winning parish councillor described as the "kindest soul".

Elizabeth Burns-Kane, who represented Leavesden Ward for Abbots Langley Parish Council, passed away last week, her family confirmed on social media.

Elizabeth was honoured with an award five years agoElizabeth was honoured with an award five years ago Since the news was announced, those who knew her have been quick to pay tribute, with one friend writing: "Liz, you were an absolute legend, with the biggest heart. Your legacy will live on in the hearts of all that knew you.

"Your wealth of knowledge seemed endless and although I only knew you for a few years, you will be remembered with fondness forever."

Others described her as a "wonderful lady", "the kindest soul" and "one of the most selfless ladies I've ever known".

Another friend wrote: "I’m so sorry to read this extremely sad news. Liz was an amazing lady who will be sorely missed."

Popular in the community, Elizabeth was honoured for her charity work back in 2019.

Elizabeth BurnsElizabeth Burns-KaneThe previous year, she had set up Veterans’ Support Group Abbots Langley after the passing of her husband.

He had served 27 years with the Royal Marines Police and Elizabeth was motivated to set up the charity to enable veterans to get the support they need.

At the time, Elizabeth said she was "humbled but honoured" to receive her community hero award.

The group was set up with the aim of helping veterans overcome loneliness and post traumatic stress disorder.

Speaking at the time, she said of the group: “Sometimes it can take up to seven years for an ex-service men or women to integrate back into society because they have been institutionalised.

“When they leave there isn’t much support out there for them. Some have illnesses which they have developed since they left, and their mental health can be non-existent.”