Revered folk artist Norma Waterson has died, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the English traditional music scene. The Hull-born musician was one of the founders of seminal folk group The Watersons in the 1960s, alongside her sister Lal, brother Mike, and cousin John Harrison.
Before her death on Sunday 30 January, Waterson was treated in hospital for pneumonia.
The musician’s daughter Eliza Carthya announced the sad news of her mother’s death via social media.
Today on Facebook Eliza wrote: “Hello all. Not much to say about such monumental sadness, but mam passed away yesterday afternoon.
“Thinking of everyone who has supported and donated and just been there for us the last few weeks, the last few years, and through all of her triumphs and trials.
“Our only hope is that she is with Lal and Mike and her mum and dad now, being held and welcomed and finally without pain. More soon. We love you Mam. Going to bring you home as soon as we can…”
More to follow…
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