Known for her "infectious smile and mischievous giggle" 17-year-old Kaitlyn Lincoln was loved by friends and family.

However after suffering a seizure at home Kaitlyn was rushed to Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH) but died at 6.45pm on March 9.

Now tributes have been paid by Kaitlyn's family to remember the young woman who will be "sorely missed."

Norwich Evening News: Kerry Lincoln, with Kaitlyn as a young child - Picture: Simon BrownKerry Lincoln, with Kaitlyn as a young child - Picture: Simon Brown (Image: Simon Brown)

Kaitlyn's uncle, Simon Brown, said: "As a child Kaitlyn lit up the room, with an infectious smile, a mischievous giggle and a wit beyond her years.

"Growing up, she made an instant impact on everyone she met and was always such a beautiful character.

"Kaitlyn inherited her unique sense of humour from my sister and her mother, Kerry Lincoln and was a true contender for the most sarcastic person on earth - I think I was a good sparring partner for her.

Norwich Evening News: Kaitlyn was said to have infectious smile and mischievous giggle - Picture: Kerry LincolnKaitlyn was said to have infectious smile and mischievous giggle - Picture: Kerry Lincoln (Image: Kerry Lincoln)

"All those that knew Kaitlyn and her many endearing traits, from her fear of owls to her love of singing to the latest tiktok trend with her friends, will remember her as a caring, loyal and bright individual.

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"The pain of missing you is a beautiful reminder of the joy of loving you.

"We're all heartbroken and she'll be sorely missed."

Norwich Evening News: Kaitlyn suffered a seizure at home and after being rushed to the NNUH, died on March 9 - Picture: Kerry LincolnKaitlyn suffered a seizure at home and after being rushed to the NNUH, died on March 9 - Picture: Kerry Lincoln (Image: Kerry Lincoln)

A GoFundMe was set up by Kerry's family friend, Kirsty Green, to "give Kaitlyn the send off she deserves."

Saphron Cocker, Kerry's cousin, added: "Something I never dreamt would happen.

"We're all so heartbroken that our special little princess Kaitlyn was taken way too soon.

Norwich Evening News: Kerry Lincoln's cousin, Saphron Cocker, said it was a privilege watching Kaitlyn go from the cutest baby and grow into a beautiful young lady - Picture: Kerry LincolnKerry Lincoln's cousin, Saphron Cocker, said it was a privilege watching Kaitlyn go from the cutest baby and grow into a beautiful young lady - Picture: Kerry Lincoln (Image: Kerry Lincoln)

"You've touched so many hearts and it was a privilege watching you go from the cutest, prettiest little baby before growing into a beautiful young lady, inside and out.

"Your struggles and the pain are all over now with heaven having gained an angel on March 9 - sleep tight, god bless and rest in paradise.

"All our love now and forever."