This passage describes the life and death of Christine Morris, a former town clerk of Westhoughton. The passage mentions her long tenure, her positive reputation, and her surviving son. **Here’s a breakdown of the information provided and how you can develop the text further:**

* **Christine Morris:** Focus on her background, her role as town clerk, and her impact on the community. * **Westhoughton Town Council:** Explain its function and role in the community.

“On a personal note, Christine had a great sense of humour and a real passion for life, she’ll be greatly missed.” A town clerk plays a hugely important role in the running of a town council, helping to advise the authority, manage staff and make sure business is conducted properly. These were all roles that Christine was said to have performed with ‘diligence and determination’. She was first appointed as deputy town clerk in 1988 after having previously worked as borough council cashier at Westhoughton Town Hall. On becoming town clerk soon after, she began her three decades of service that would make her a trusted figure around the town.

A. Christine’s Legacy of Community Building
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She was known for her dedication to the town and her ability to build strong relationships with all stakeholders. She was particularly known for her work with the local youth, where she helped to establish a youth center and mentor young people. Christine’s dedication to the town was evident in her tireless efforts to improve the town’s infrastructure.

Former town mayor and captain of the Westhoughton Bellringers Ryan Battersby was one of many high-profile figures to pay tribute after her death on Monday, September 9 this year. He said: “Christine was a huge support during our mayoral year. “With her immeasurable knowledge, she became a friend for life, whose wisdom and wit will be sorely missed.”