Lanarkshire woman keeping memories of lost loved ones alive by bringing them into the digital age

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There are few things in life dealt with more traditionally than death but a Lanarkshire woman is helping ensure that memories of loved-ones are kept alive in the digital-age.Stephie Hill, 37, from Wishaw has launched an online platform where people can share their photographs, videos, and stories of family members and friends no longer with us.Former Clyde Valley High pupil Stephie, who currently lives in Poole and works in Cyber Security, got involved in the project following the death of a close family member in September 2021.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android She said: “My gran Marie Smith, who was well known in Wishaw, passed away.

She was a big part of my life and everyone was sharing their stories at her funeral and you were getting to hear a bit about her life.

I just thought beyond the funeral where do these memories and moments go?“Other people then pass on, so how do the generations to come hear about these people and their stories?“It so happened my friend Lorna Quigg had come up with an idea for a platform.