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Newcombe

/ ˈnjuːkəm /

noun

  1. John ( David ). born 1944, Australian tennis player; winner of seven Grand Slam singles titles (1967–75), including three at Wimbledon (1967, 1970, 1971)

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Resident Jerri Newcombe told the BBC that her friend of more than 20 years, Reyna Gillahan, was among the victims.

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Vigil-goer Jerri Newcombe said her friend of more than 20 years was among the victims.

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The two met when Newcombe's granddaughter and the victim's daughter became close as little girls.

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"They grew up together - we were in each other's homes," Newcombe told the BBC at the vigil.

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Her friend was "full of life", Ms Newcombe said.

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