Laura Hoskin, a 23-year-old medical secretary at a GP practice, was found dead in woods in Cornwall on 30 June, 2009.
Her family paid tribute to "a truly beautiful young woman" in a statement released through Devon and Cornwall Police.
“We are deeply saddened to have lost our dear Laura. At this moment we are finding some comfort in remembering all of the wonderful memories, which we will treasure deep in our hearts always.
“Laura was a devoted family member who loved and cared for us all, and touched each of our lives in a unique and special way.
“A truly beautiful young woman, who will be sadly missed by all of her family”.
Miss Hoskin had been a pupil at Poltair School before studying at Cornwall College.
She lived in Bodmin and had been employed at the Polkyth Surgery in St Austell since 2005.
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