POPULAR Denholme motorcyle trials riding official Renee Smith has died this morning, aged 89.

Renee has observed motorcycle trials in Yorkshire with her friend Margaret Spencer for many years and was active right up until recently.

She officiated at all trials and in all weathers, from club status to national championship events. Her knowledge on the current trials scene was extensive. She knew all the riders and they knew her.

Renee, who was living in a home in Denholme, leaves a daughter, Donna, and son Dane.

Her funeral will be at Nab Wood, Saltaire, on December 1 (2pm).  Any donations will go towards British Heart Foundation and Age Concern UK.