Sir Robert Hitcham's Framlingham plant tree for Zoe Harold

A memorial tree now stands outside the front of Sir Robert Hitcham's Primary School in Framlingham in memory of Zoe Harold, who worked at the school for the last 20 years.

Zoe passed away from the rare and incurable disease, Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) on February 25.

The blossom tree has been planted outside the front of the school (Image: Sir Robert Hitcham's)

Her husband, Gavin, described Zoe as "kind, loving and giving" and someone who "always saw the best in everyone" putting her energy into supporting others.

The school where Zoe had worked for two decades before her death, held a service to celebrate her life, and plant the tree, on Thursday, April 25.

Led by Reverend Chris Davey, staff, governors, students, parents and the family of Zoe all attended the service.

Headteacher Lora Cann (left) with Gavin Harold (right) (Image: Sir Robert Hitcham's)

The blossom tree, provided by Barcham Trees, has been planted as a reminder of the children who will have blossomed under her care during her time at the school.

A book of condolence was also given to Gavin, including hearts made by children.

Lora Cann, headteacher at the school, said: "Mrs Harold was an integral member of the school who showed kindness and empathy towards staff and children. 

Reverend Chris Davey leading the service (Image: Sir Robert Hitcham's)

"She was also well-loved by the community.

"We felt it would be a fitting and lasting tribute to plant a tree in her memory that the school family and community would enjoy for years to come."

Following Zoe's passing, her children, Matthew, Amy and George, set up a fundraising page to raise funds for the Cure CJD Campaign ran by University College London Hospitals Charity.

Zoe with her children, George, Amy and Matthew (Image: Submitted)

Zoe with Gavin (Image: Submitted)

This fundraiser was met with hundreds of donations, amounting to over £11,000.

Gavin said: "The lesson I've really learned from my time with Zoe, is that if you're kind, caring and genuine, you can have such an impact on everybody you meet and this proved that.

"I know she will be missed by the staff and pupils at Sir Robert Hitchams Primary School, where she worked."

The plaque on the front of the tree (Image: Sir Robert Hitcham's)