Family and friends of a mother who passed away in a car crash just days before Christmas have received an outpouring of support following the tragic incident.

Benedicta Owusu-Buabeng, 38, lost her life in a collision on Mill Lane, Bracknell, on Saturday, December 17.

The aspiring nurse leaves behind her husband and three children, including a nine-month-old baby.

A fundraiser has been set up by friends Priscilla and Emmanuel Quesie and Mabel Amakye to support Benedicta’s children.

Emmanuel Quesie said: “Everyone is just so shocked and saddened. What makes it so difficult is that it was completely unexpected.

“We became friends with Benedicta about 5 to 6 years ago when she joined our church in Bracknell. Our friendship developed naturally and quickly because we shared similar principles. Her faith was a fundamental part of her life.

“Benedicta was a kind person who continuously thought of how best she could improve the lives of others around her.

“In her own small way, she was always willing to use anything she had to help others. She was a very caring and conscientious mother who was passionate about the wholistic development of her children.”

As a member of the Bracknell and Wokingham Ghana Seven Day Adventist Church, the news of the incident has reached mourners are far as Ghana and the continent.

Mr Quesie added: “There has been a lot of sympathy about the way the accident happened. Communities from Ghana and America and Europe have heard about this, and they are all mourning our loss.

“Yesterday was especially emotional because it was her seven-year-old’s first day back at school and she didn’t want to go because she was missing her mother.

“My wife, who is very close with the children was there to support them.”

On the Go Fund Me page and on Facebook, people have left messages of support for the familiy and friends alongside their donations.

So far £7,695 has been raised with donations from 429 people.

One supporter of the family, Liz King commented on the Go Fund Me page: “While so many of us have had a lovely Christmas let's spare a thought for those whose Christmases may never be the same. Thoughts are with this family.”

Another supporter said: “It is tragic and was so unnecessary. My thoughts are with Benedicta's loved ones. May she rest in peace.”

If you wish to donate click here for the gofundme page.