Missionary who survived massacre dies age 99

A missionary who survived a massacre at a mission station where she was working, many years ago, has died.

Margaret Hayes MBE had to take to the jungle with others where she survived for many weeks before being rescued, having been presumed dead – with a funeral and thanksgiving service being held for her.

She died on 25 October, aged 99, in Luff House, a Christian care home in Frinton–on–Sea, Essex.