direct to your inboxTributes have been paid to a great-great-gran from Crumpsall who became a linchpin in Manchester's Sikh community.Lakhbir Kaur Bhaker leaves behind 11 children, 69 grandchildren, 94 great-grandchildren and 15 great-great grandchildren.Called ‘mata’, which means ‘head mother’ in Punjabi, the elder and agony aunt passed away of natural causes on January 4.Her family and community have been left bereft.Lakhbir, who grew up in India, was renowned as a font of wisdom and support for anyone who needed help.She became well-known for her kind, understanding advice and willingness to always lend an ear to others despite facing many challenges in her own life.Her strength and determination were an inspiration to all she met,.
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