Family's heartbreak as British grandmother named as Fort Lauderdale shooting victim
The first picture of a British great-grandmother who was gunned down by a former US soldier at a Florida airport has been released by her heartbroken family.
Olga Woltering was killed in the mass shooting in Florida
Olga Woltering, who was in her eighties, has been revealed as one of five people killed in the mass shooting at the transport hub in Fort Lauderdale on Friday night.
Mrs Woltering, who was originally from Ipswich in Suffolk, lived in Atlanta with her husband Ralph, a former US Air Force serviceman.
The couple are believed to have travelled from their home in Georgia to go on a cruise to celebrate Mr Woltering's 90th birthday.
But instead of enjoying some quality time away, the pair were caught in a sick attack when a fellow travellor pulle a 9mm handgun out of his case and began firing indiscriminately at other passengers on Friday afternoon.
The couple are believed to have travelled from their home in Georgia to go on a cruise
Injured people evacuated from Florida airport after shooting
Five people were killed in the shocking attack with at least eight others injured in the crossfire.
Now the couple's heartbroken daughter Debbie has paid tribute to the "loving" mother, grandmother and greatmother, saying: "She, along with our father Ralph, is the cornerstone of our family, and while she's absent in our lives now, she remains in our hearts, thoughts, and memories for ever.
"Her bright smile and loving manner will be missed by all who had the fortune to know her.
Her bright smile and loving manner will be missed by all who had the fortune to know her.
"She rarely seemed to meet a stranger, rather she had a smile or a hug for all.
"She was a blessing in the lives of family and friends."
The Catholic Church of the Transfiguration in Cobb County, Georgia, which Mr Woltering had been a member of since 1978, said she was "so charming, calling everybody 'Lovey' or 'Love' in her unmistakable British accent".
Poeple were evacuated onto the airport running following the shocking attack
Passengers and staff fled from the airport after hearing gunfire
Posting on its website, the church said: "Olga and her husband, Ralph, could always be found at 5pm Mass, in the front of the Tabernacle side. They were always happy and approachable!
"Ralph is a member of Knights of Columbus and Olga was active in many ministries.
"Her life revolved around her kids, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and hundreds of extended family at Transfiguration.”
The suspect was arrested and detained
Father Fernando Molina-Restrepo said: "Olga was one of the most joyful, loving, caring and committed people I have ever met. This is a horrible tragedy for everyone here at Transfiguration, especially because Olga was so loved.
"Olga and Ralph have been members of our Transfiguration Family since October 1978.
"May God give consolation to all of the victims of this tragedy and may God give eternal rest to those who died. Especially to our beloved Olga. Peace."
Esteban Santiago, 26, is accused of carrying out the bloody killing
Armed police search for gunman at Florida airport
Her bright smile and loving manner will be missed by all who had the fortune to know her.
FBI agent George Piro said on Saturday morning that agents had identified the five victims, but were in the process of notifying all of their families.
Terry Andres, who was on holiday with his wife, was also among the five shot dead at the baggage reclaim hall.
His wife was able to escape the gunfire but Mr Andres sadly died in the attack.
Terry Andres, who was on holiday with his wife, was also among the five shot dead
Also killed by the raging shooter was Michael Oehme, who was about to go on a cruise with his wife Kari - who is currently recovering in hospital.
Esteban Santiago, 26, a former National Guard soldier from Alaska and an Iraq War veteran, is accused of carrying out the bloody killing, which also left six people injured.
The Iraq veteran was known to the FBI before the attack, according to CBS News.