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Appeal launched for horse's upkeep after devoted owner died suddenly aged 42

A fundraising campaign has been launch to provide care for a horse whose owner died suddenly leaving her family in shock.

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Clare with her horse Tallulah

Clare Banks, 42, suffered a heart attack in her shower but spent seven days on life support before dying in hospital a week later.

The mother-of-one and lifelong animal lover's horse Tallulah is at a Walsall Wood stables. Her family requested no flowers for last Friday's funeral but to contribute towards the costs her horse which they will now incur without her devotion and love.

Her friend Louise Jordan launched a GoFundMe account for the upkeep of the horse so her family can still visit the stables and prevent the horse being put down if a buyer cannot be found.

She said: "Clare's horse is missing her so much. Clare was just 42 when she unexpectedly lost her life. The family have requested no flowers- but instead are asking for donations to help look after her beloved horse who’s missing her so much."