Tributes have flooded in to a Bolton nurse who has died after contracting coronavirus.

Gill Oakes, who worked at Bolton Hospice for almost 24 years, died on Thursday night at Bolton Hospital after contracting coronavirus.

Her death was announced in a post on Bolton Hospice's Facebook page on Friday afternoon and tributes poured in for the much-loved nurse straight away.

In less than an hour more than 300 people liked the post and more than 100 left tributes to the beloved nurse.

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Writing on the post, Emma Davies said: "Our beautiful Gill. She looked after all of us every single day. She was genuine, caring and funny.

"Thinking about all of Gills family and friends as well as all of my friends at Bolton Hospice. I know how much this will have an impact on you but through past experiences, I know that you will pull together at this side time. 💖"

Linda Anne Leswell wrote: "So sad R.I.P Gill thoughts to all your family and friends and colleagues and thank you my late uncle and best friend were in the hospice and received the very best of care and my late aunty was a volunteer thank you and all your colleagues RIP Gill."

Molly Cullen wrote: "So sorry and sad to hear this 🌈❤️ My thoughts are with Gill and her family and the Bolton hospice family! RIP Gill! 🌈❤️ X x x x"

John Hall wrote: "Such a lovely and genuine person who was always so committed to her role in the hospice. Thoughts and prayers with all of Gill's family and all who are part of the amazing team at the Hospice."

Lyn Holt wrote: "Gill was the nicest kindest person you could wish to meet, she loved her job and did her best for everyone she will leave a big hole in all our lives. My heart goes out to John and the family such a sad time 💔💔"

Lesley Dewhurst wrote: "Such a beautiful lady x a fabulous nurse and the most caring person you could ever wish to meet xxx she will be very much missed by friends and colleagues alike x I hope everyone is ok and it am thinking about you all and Gills family at this very sad time xxxx take care everyone xxxx