We will never forget our beautiful Emma
The family of Emma Fauld’s said they were“absolutely devastated”by her murder and pledged never to forget her.
Ross Willox was convicted at the High Court in Glasgow yesterday of her “sickening”murder.
Emma lived in Kilmarnock but had strong ties to Paisley and the wider Renfrewshire area through her work with Paisley charity, Kibble.
A statement by her family – parents Margaret and Ian, and sisters Miriam and Sarah – said:“We are absolutely devastated by Emma’s death and her not being with us has left a tremendous void in all our lives.
“We cannot believe she was taken from us in such a violent way and what makes it even worse is that Ross Willox was supposed to be her friend.
“The court case has been arduous and hearing about what happened that night has been harrowing but we are thankful that Willox has been found guilty and he will have to live forever with the consequences of his actions. We’d ask now that we be left to grieve now the court case is over.
“We will never forget what happened to Emma, however, we will always remember her as our beautiful, loving daughter, sister and friend.”
Detective Inspector Peter Crombie, the lead investigator on the inquiry, said:“As you can imagine, this has been a very difficult and traumatic time for
Emma’s family, who are still devastated by her death.
“Their support during the investigation has been invaluable.
“Ross Willox was a friend of Emma’s and had known her for a number of years. What happened between him and Emma at his home that night remains unclear and only he truly knows what led to her death.
“Willox’s actions with regard to the disposing of Emma’s body are incomprehensible and sickening.
“Her family could have been denied being able to mourn their loved one with a funeral or knowing her final resting place. Thankfully, due to the efforts of officers, we were able to find Emma which allowed her family some comfort.
“I sincerely hope that the fact that he has now been found guilty will afford them some sense of justice.”
Willox, 42, is due to be sentenced at a later date.