JonPritchard published Pillar of community in Long Eaton dies aged 100

A centenarian who was a pillar of the community in Long Eaton has been described as a "people person", as tributes are paid following her death.Mary Dickson was an active member of a number of community groups in Long Eaton, and also worked tirelessly to support charities.She lived in the town for most of her life, but died from pneumonia on February 7.Her son, Clive, said she was a people person, a fighter and lively individual.He said: "She was vibrant and busy right up to her 100th.