Tributes to 'well loved' baker who 'radiated positivity with a heart of gold'

A baker who was ‘a well loved member of the Manchester hospitality community’ has died at the age of 33.

Sharon Nagadya-Tendo worked at both Trove and Long Boi’s Bakehouse in Levenshulme. She passed away on Wednesday (April 12).

Described as being someone who ‘brought joy and laughter to every single person she met’, a fundraiser has now been set up in her memory.

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The fundraiser, which hopes to raise money to cover her funeral costs, has already received more than £6,500 in donations since launching on Friday (April 14).

“Our beautiful Sharon sadly passed away on Wednesday 12th April 2023,” a post on the fundraising page wrote. “She passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and friends.

“Sharon brought joy and laughter to every single person she met in her life. Her kindness and friendship will be missed by so many people. She lived life to it’s fullest, without any prejudice and always with love.

“She was a devoted daughter to her Mum, Norah. A fantastic role model to her brother Ash. And the most loyal friend to everyone that had the pleasure of meeting her.

“Her loss will leave such a hole in so many lives.

“We have set up this GoFundMe to raise money for Sharon’s funeral costs, we would love to give Sharon the beautiful service that she so deserves.”

Manchester food and drink community EATMCR also shared the news of Sharon’s passing on social media. On Instagram, EATMCR wrote: “You might have seen her around town or had one of her bakes. She worked at both @longboisbakes in Levenshulme and @trove_foods.

“From the few times I met her, she immediately stood out to me as someone who radiated positivity and had a heart of gold. I really do