'I'll cherish our memories forever': Sister of Limerick mum Scarlett Faulkner pays emotional tribute

THE SISTER of Scarlett Faulkner has paid an emotional tribute to the young Limerick mother, saying that she doesn't know how she will live without her.

Taking to social media, Victoria Faulkner described Scarlett as her "best friend and big sister."

"I'll cherish our memories forever. My last hug and kiss off you. I promise you sister I'll bring Oceanna to see you everyday. I'll do everything for her just like you'd want," stated Victoria.

"I love you with all my heart and soul. I can't explain the way I feel right now knowing I'll never see you walk in the door to me and sit down... I miss you every minute of the day, you will always be my best friend and big sister. My heart inside me is broke in one million pieces. How will I ever say goodbye to you."

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Victoria also shared an emotive photo of her clutching Scarlett's hand. 

Scarlett Faulkner tragically passed away on Monday after she was taken off her life support machine in Cork University Hospital on Sunday.

Scarlett, aged 29, from the northside of Limerick city, was allegedly struck with an iron bar at the side of the R494 road in Birdhill on Saturday, March 21.

Josephine (Joanne) Duffy, the partner of Scarlett's brother Thomas, gave an update on social media on Monday evening saying: “The one, the only, Scarlet Faulkner, passed away so peacefully with her loving family around her.”

Josephine said “what a warrior”.

“Rest in peace my beautiful sister-in-law. Thank you all so much for your prayers and support,” wrote an emotional Josephine.

Martin Anthony Faulkner, one of Scarlett’s 15 siblings, also wrote on social media: “RIP my lovely sister Scarlett.”

The Scarlettarmy page on Facebook, which has amassed over 26,000 followers, posted that with deep sorrow they must share that “Heaven has gained a beautiful new angel”.

“It is with the deepest sorrow and profound regret that we share the heartbreaking news that Scarlett Faulkner has passed away. She left this world peacefully, surrounded by her loving family.

“At this deeply distressing time, the family are gently trying to process their overwhelming grief and loss. They kindly ask for privacy as they come to terms with saying goodbye to their precious beautiful girl,” reads the post.

The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to everyone who has kept Scarlett in their prayers, sent loving messages, and offered support over the past few weeks.

“Your kindness has meant more to them than words can say. They ask that we all continue to pray for Scarlett - that her gentle soul is received into the loving arms of God and granted eternal peace and a soft bed in Heaven."

A woman and a 16-year-old girl have appeared in court - on separate dates in Limerick and in Thurles - in connection with the serious assault of Scarlett.