The Kyte family, from Frome in Somerset, are mum Vanessa (42), dad Mike (46), Livvy (16) and Molly (13).
Sadly, Vanessa lost her battle with cancer and died in the early hours of Thursday 15 November 2007
They are a warm, bright family who are all incredibly close. Ness was forever positive and cheerful but also able to talk openly about her hopes and fears. Mike is strong and supportive and totally devoted to the family. Livvy, the older of the girls, is gentle, sensitive and very mature. Molly is equally sensitive although she often finds it hard to discuss some of the more testing issues surrounding her mother's illness.
Ness was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2000. It spread to her lungs, sternum and brain. The family had been dealing with Vanessa's cancer for so long that, more than any of the other families, they learnt to accept it and be open about it.
Ness also had a great relationship with her sister Nic and mother Dianne, who are close to the girls and an important part of their lives. Importantly, Ness felt safe leaving the girls in their hands.
Mike dotes on his girls and is very hands-on – he'll buy tampons at the supermarket and talk boyfriends. He has encouraged the girls to be independent and have lots of friends so they will have a good support network.
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