Thousands of tributes pour in for Sunderland legend Little Nana Iris who 'brightened the dullest of days'

The heartbroken family of Iris Amos shared the devastating news that the 92-year-old Facebook star sadly died on Wednesday, April 1.

And during a time of such grief, people have shared their favourite memories of the straight-talking grandmother and shared their condolences with her devastated family.

In a emotional video to Little Nana Iris’s fans, her great-grandson Paul Giles said: “She was adored by millions, she was what she was. She was funny as out like you all know.

“I’ll keep you posted and I love you all the world Nana. See you soon.”

Tributes have been left on the Echo’s Facebook page, as the city remembers the ‘true legend’.

Here are some of your messages:

Susan Smith: “Aww RIP Little Nana Iris. Such a wonderful little happy soul. I loved seeing all your videos. Thinking of all the family.”

Kevin Pearson: “RIP Nana Iris. You were such a very funny lady you made a lot of people laugh as you made me. Will be sadly missed.”

Emma Brian: “I’m heartbroken, the queen. I’m so sorry to all of Nana Iris’s family and to all who supported her Facebook. It’s not going to be the same without seeing your beautiful face. Thinking of your family sending my love to them all.”

Jemma Miller: “What a massive loss to community. A true legend, inspiration, funny, and kind-hearted "in her funny way". A lush lady who won't be forgot. We all had such laughs at her one liners and witty banter. I can't even empathise with what her family is going through now.️ RIP Nana Iris.”

Joyce Sheriff Ord: “So sorry for your loss. What a lovely lady always put a smile on your face. RIP our thoughts and prayers are with you all.”

Robert Robson: “I’ve known this lady all of my life, a force of nature for sure. Also new her sister my best man’s mother. Much love to Nana Iris, the big man upstairs has his hands full now. Much love, hugs and kindness.”

Donna Cleary: “Love to Paul and family. What an absolute legend and she was so loved and looked after by you all. Amazing that the last couple of years of her life were spent enjoying herself and feeling the love from all her fans. Love you all the world. Sleep tight Nana Iris.”

Linda Johnson: “A truly unforgettable character, so funny. My heart goes out to her family. RIP Little Nana Iris.”

Rhona Marshall: “You will be sorely missed. You were everybody’s Nana Iris worldwide and brought joy to us all. You were a wee sweetheart and I will miss your videos and cheeky wee face. Love to all and your lovely family.”

Maureen Barnett: “She will be irreplaceable, an amazing character, I had the good fortune of meeting her in the bridges last Christmas, she made my day. Thanks for all the funny videos and one liners.”

Glen Wilkinson: “Such a darling. Cheered up the dullest of days, RIP Nana Iris.”

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