Sea of tributes left outside pub to 'beacon of light' Elle Edwards

A sea of tributes have been left outside the Lighthouse pub where Elle Edwards was shot dead.

The 26-year-old will be laid to rest this Wednesday as a funeral service is held at St Nicholas Church in Wallasey. People are lining the streets outside the church to pay their respects to the popular beautician who was tragically killed shortly before midnight on Christmas Eve.

Elle's final journey will take place in a horse drawn carriage. Dozens of tributes including flowers, ornaments and teddies have been left outside the Lighthouse pub in Wallasey Village in memory of Elle. The pub will remain closed today as a mark of respect to Elle and her family.

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One tribute said: "I can't stop thinking about your family Tim. I'm so sorry, words will never be enough. I hope Elle can be a beacon of light on your darkest of days and guide you through the years to come. Thinking of you always."

Flowers left outside the Lighthouse pub in Wallasey Village in memory of Elle Edward (Liverpool Echo)

Another tribute read: "The best friends always keep us shining bright."

A heart shaped plaque from Elle's family also remains outside the pub, with a message that reads: "Special daughter, the happiness you brought, in your own special way, will be remembered with love each and everyday."

In a statement on their Facebook page, the Lighthouse pub said: "Hello everyone, We just wanted to let you know that we’ve decided not to open The Lighthouse on Wednesday 25th January as a mark of respect to Elle Edwards and her family on the day of her funeral. Elle and her family have remained very much in our thoughts over these past few weeks and even more so right now.

"May she rest in peace."

Elle's funeral at St Nicholas Church will be followed by a private service at Landican Cemetery and Crematorium.

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