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The grieving family of an 'incredible mother' who was found dead at luxury five-star hotel has hailed her as the 'true example of class, integrity, and dedication' in a heartfelt tribute today.
Samantha Mickleburgh, 54, died at the exclusive five-star Pennyhill Park in Bagshot, Surrey on April 14, where she had been staying with her ex-fiance James Cartwright.
Cartwright, 60, a wealthy estate agent, appeared at Guildford Magistrates Court today and was charged with murder and controlling and coercive behaviour in the case after having been arrested on Friday.
Ms Mickleburgh's family have now issued a statement, saying they are 'devastated' by her death and feel that 'nothing will ever fill the hole left in the lives of those who loved her'.
Her two children, whom she raised singlehandedly after the loss of their father, said there was 'no finer example of a mum' than Ms Mickleburgh and that they are feeling this loss in 'every aspect of our lives'.
The 'devastated' family of Samantha Mickleburgh, 54, has hailed the 'incredible mother' as the 'true example of class, integrity, and dedication' in a heartfelt tribute today. Ms Mickleburgh (pictured) was found dead the exclusive five-star Pennyhill Park in Bagshot, Surrey on April 14
Company director James Cartwright has appeared in court accused of murdering his ex fiancée at a luxury hotel used by the England football and rugby teams. Above: Cartwright with former fiancée Samantha Mickleburgh
Cartwright was arrested after the body of Ms Mickleburgh, 54, was found in a £500 a night room the couple had booked for his 60th birthday earlier this month
'We are devastated by the loss of Samantha, an incredible mother, beautiful, much cherished daughter, and friend,' Ms Mickleburgh's family said today in a statement shared via Surrey Police.
'Loved by many, she was a true example of class, integrity, and dedication to those around her. Lighting up any room she entered with her vivacious personality and endearing smile.
'No words can truly capture all her beloved qualities and nothing will ever fill the hole left in the lives of those who loved her.'
Her two children added: 'Nothing can prepare you to face the world without your parents at a young age.
'Our mother had been both parents to us since the loss of our father and she was doing such an amazing job at it. No finer example of a Mum could there be, we will feel the loss in every aspect of our lives.
'We are grateful to be such a
