IT has been one year since the tragic death of a much-loved mother and healthcare worker who was killed in Weymouth.

April 1 marks one year since Sherrie Teresa Milnes, aged 51, sadly died after suffering multiple stab wounds and neck compression at a flat in Ranelagh Road.

Her death shocked the community and her family paid tribute to the beloved mother of five on the day of her funeral last year.

Ms Milnes' family said: "Sherrie Teresa Milnes was born and raised in London, by her mother and stepfather. She moved to Weymouth and Portland in her early 20s.

"She was the most amazing mother of five children, and a nanny to four grandchildren whom she adored.

"Sherrie’s lifelong career was as a health care assistant. She worked tirelessly in various care homes throughout Weymouth and Portland, most recently at Buxton House in Weymouth.

"Sherrie’s children have coped incredibly well in spite of the devastation that they have been put through. The way they have pulled together at this time is truly admirable.

"They are each a credit to themselves and to their beautiful mum."

Sherrie's funeral took place at Weymouth Crematorium.

Bunches of flowers and remembrance cards were laid near to the entrance of the flat in Heron Court in the days following Ms Milnes’ death.

Last year, Dorset Police officers were called to the flat at 5.40pm on April 1 by the ambulance service but the 51-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene.

Later that day, Steven Anthony Doughty, aged 54, was found dead at his home in Portland. An inquest opening into his death heard he was found hanged.

Police confirmed the pair were known to each other.

Inquests for Ms Milnes and Doughty are yet to take place.