A YOUNG mother of one has lost her fight against cancer.

The heartbroken family of Kate McIver, 30, living in Aldford, near Chester, but originally from Hawarden, posted a statement on Facebook.

She lived with her husband Chris and their three-year-old daughter Lucia and ran a beauty business, previously based in Hoole.

The young mum was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2016 just a few months after getting married.

A statement from husband Chris and her family reads: “It’s with a truly, truly broken heart I have to say that my beautiful wife, Kate, sadly lost her battle with cancer and has so cruelly been taken away from me, our daughter, her family and friends.

“In true style, Kate was an absolute warrior until her very last breath and showed bravery I never thought was possible.

“Lucia will be without her mummy in body, but never in spirit. Kate adored Lucia more than words can begin to describe, everything she accomplished and worked for was for her – this, Lucia will always know.

"I want to thank everybody for their support over the last couple of years. Your messages of support throughout helped Kate and I to stay strong and realise how many people loved and were rooting for us. Your generosity in fund raising has been overwhelming and difficult to comprehend. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

"Anybody that had the pleasure of knowing Kate personally will know how incredibly passionate she was for things she cared for - particularly her family and friends, but also for raising awareness of this horrible disease to prevent other families from suffering what has become our reality. Please remember Kate for the truly amazing person she was and will always be."