The headteacher of a Finchley student who is believed to have taken her own life last week has paid tribute to "a kind, compassionate girl".
Lucy Irvine, 16, was found dead at her home in Bycullah Road, Enfield, on Saturday night after she hanged herself.
Lucy attended The Compton School, in Summers Lane, Finchley, and today her former headteacher, Teresa Tunnadine, said that both staff and students were "deeply shocked and saddened by Lucy's tragic death".
"Lucy was a quiet, reserved girl with a very close and supportive circle of friends," she said.
"She was a kind, compassionate girl who always looked out for her friends.
"Lucy will be greatly missed and remembered with love by all who knew her well."
Described by her headteacher as "passionate about animals and devoted to her pets", Lucy had hoped to explore a career working with animals and take up a place at Capel Manor College in Enfield to study animal care.
Students in her year have suggested a number of ways to mark her life. The school is opening a book of commemoration for students and staff to sign and a tree will be planted in her memory in the school grounds.
Students will also lead a memorial service in Lucy's honour.
An inquest into the girl's death has been opened and adjourned at Hornsey Coroner's Court.
Did you know Lucy? Post your tributes in the comments box below.
12:24pm Friday 9th May 2008
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CommentPosted by: Charlotte Copeland, London on 10:28pm Sat 10 May 08
Sorry to hear about this. It is really upsetting to hear that at the school i attented someone commited suicide. Lucy was a caring girl and was very polite. I hope she rests in piece x
Sorry to hear about this. It is really upsetting to hear that at the school i attented someone commited suicide. Lucy was a caring girl and was very polite. I hope she rests in piece x
Posted by: Vicky Beauchamp, London on 10:55pm Sat 10 May 08
Lucy Irvine was my friend in school and now it is not going to be the same without her and that is why i am going to help lead the memorial service for her. Gonna Miss Ya Lucy Irvine, you will be missed loads. [bold]bold[/bold] [italic]italic[/italic] [quote]quote[/quote]
Lucy Irvine was my friend in school and now it is not going to be the same without her and that is why i am going to help lead the memorial service for her. Gonna Miss Ya Lucy Irvine, you will be missed loads.
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Posted by: Olivia Bonito, London on 12:46am Sun 11 May 08
Although i hadn't spoken to Lucy properly since i left compton i have many fond childhood memories with her; Primary school, Friary Park, Brownies and so on, and i'm glad that in nearly all of these memories, she has a smile on her face. I was deeply sadenned to hear of the death of such a beautiful, caring, loving and bright person. Rest in peace Lucy.
Although i hadn't spoken to Lucy properly since i left compton i have many fond childhood memories with her; Primary school, Friary Park, Brownies and so on, and i'm glad that in nearly all of these memories, she has a smile on her face. I was deeply sadenned to hear of the death of such a beautiful, caring, loving and bright person. Rest in peace Lucy.
Posted by: Sarah Elhassine, london on 8:25pm Mon 12 May 08
Lucy was a lovley,frinedley poilte girl.
and your going to be missed a lot!
you were a good friend and made memories at compton great for me! when i left compton i never really saw much of her apart from bumping into her while i was on the bus..You always had a smile and you never gave up and your talks about hamsters and fertes and your love for animals.such Happy memories! and i will always remeber when we used to play out on the estate together when she used to live near me..
Rest in peace Lucy, i will never forgert you
and i will be paying my respects at the funeral
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Lucy was a lovley,frinedley poilte girl.
and your going to be missed a lot!
you were a good friend and made memories at compton great for me! when i left compton i never really saw much of her apart from bumping into her while i was on the bus..You always had a smile and you never gave up and your talks about hamsters and fertes and your love for animals.such Happy memories! and i will always remeber when we used to play out on the estate together when she used to live near me..
Rest in peace Lucy, i will never forgert you
and i will be paying my respects at the funeral
X
Posted by: frankie pope, north finchley on 12:31am Wed 14 May 08
i was a student at the compton school last year, i did not know lucy irvine but she seems like such a lovely person, i wish i knew her. it upsetting knowing that she was so upset that she felt that was her only option and know one took the time to change things for her, its such a shame that she ended her life so soon without living it, she was so young. i only wish someone knew how she was feeling...
R.I.P Lucy. x
i was a student at the compton school last year, i did not know lucy irvine but she seems like such a lovely person, i wish i knew her. it upsetting knowing that she was so upset that she felt that was her only option and know one took the time to change things for her, its such a shame that she ended her life so soon without living it, she was so young. i only wish someone knew how she was feeling...
R.I.P Lucy. x
Posted by: Chantelle Mitchell, London on 12:43am Wed 14 May 08
I was also a student last year at the Compton. I did not know Lucy either but I always saw her around school. She seemed a pretty quiet girl and looked as though she couldn't hurt a fly. It's just devastating that she took her own life when she hadn't even lived it yet. My thoughts and prayers go to her family right now who must be going through unimaginable grief. Wherever you are now Lucy I hope your happy and free of any unhappiness you experienced while you were here. Rest In Peace xxx
I was also a student last year at the Compton. I did not know Lucy either but I always saw her around school. She seemed a pretty quiet girl and looked as though she couldn't hurt a fly. It's just devastating that she took her own life when she hadn't even lived it yet. My thoughts and prayers go to her family right now who must be going through unimaginable grief. Wherever you are now Lucy I hope your happy and free of any unhappiness you experienced while you were here. Rest In Peace xxx
Posted by: Vicky Beauchamp, North Finchley on 11:24am Wed 14 May 08
If tears could build a stairway and a memories lane, i'd walk right up the Heaven and bring Lucy back home again where she belongs(with her family and friends). R.I.P Lucy, im gona miss ya lds, but my memories with you and our friends together are still gonna be with me forever, and i will remember the best laughs and fun we had together in Thorpe Park and Isle Of Wight. I will try and be strong with your parents. You will be Dearly missed by everyone. R.I.P Lucy. ****
If tears could build a stairway and a memories lane, i'd walk right up the Heaven and bring Lucy back home again where she belongs(with her family and friends). R.I.P Lucy, im gona miss ya lds, but my memories with you and our friends together are still gonna be with me forever, and i will remember the best laughs and fun we had together in Thorpe Park and Isle Of Wight. I will try and be strong with your parents. You will be Dearly missed by everyone. R.I.P Lucy. ****
Posted by: Alex Goldsmith on 11:33pm Fri 16 May 08
Lucy was in my school. When the teachers announced her death to us in assembilies everyone was shocked and sadended. Most of us didn't know her but everyone was upset all the same. I can't believe that people in year 11 could be so horrible enough for her to want to take her own life, it's wrong. All my thoughts and sympathy are with Lucy's family and I just hope she Rests In Piece!! Heaven's just gained another angel!
Lucy was in my school. When the teachers announced her death to us in assembilies everyone was shocked and sadended. Most of us didn't know her but everyone was upset all the same. I can't believe that people in year 11 could be so horrible enough for her to want to take her own life, it's wrong. All my thoughts and sympathy are with Lucy's family and I just hope she Rests In Piece!! Heaven's just gained another angel!
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