A hospice charity in Cardiff has paid tribute to one of its founders, Elinor Kapp, who died peacefully at the weekend aged 87.

Kapp helped to found City Hospice in 1984 and was involved with the charity for over 40 years including as chair of its clinical governance committee and an extended term as a trustee, which concluded in June this year.

The charity said in a statement that Kapp had guided the charity “with compassion and an unwavering commitment to ensuring the highest standards of care”.

Liz Booyse, chief executive of City Hospice, said: “Elinor’s vision and dedication shaped the very heart of our charity, touching the lives of countless families across Cardiff over four decades.

“She pioneered community-based hospice services that enabled people to live fully and spend their final days with dignity and love.

“She embodied our values of passion, compassion, empowerment and knowledge, inspiring all who knew her.

“Dr Elinor Kapp will live on in the care we continue to provide, and will be greatly missed by all of us at City Hospice.”

A book of condolences is available in the conservatory at Ty Hosbis, Whitchurch, where supporters are able to take a moment to reflect, leave a message and read the tributes to Kapp.