Former Tasmanian attorney-general Vanessa Goodwin will be farewelled at a state funeral this Friday, after she died from cancer at the weekend.
Ms Goodwin's death on Saturday came just hours before her lifelong friend and political colleague, Will Hodgman, claimed victory in the state election, with the Liberals re-elected with a majority.
She fell ill in last March and was subsequently diagnosed with multiple brain tumours.
The 48-year-old's compassion and commitment has been remembered by many people from diverse backgrounds, including the state's legal profession, who described her as irreplaceable.
Premier Will Hodgman said Ms Goodwin's funeral would be held at St David's Anglican Cathedral on Friday at 2:00pm.
"It's appropriate for the former attorney-general Vanessa Goodwin to receive a state funeral in recognition of her fine contribution to her state," he said.
"It is something I believe all Tasmanians will welcome."
Mr Hodgman said Ms Goodwin was a person of "great integrity, great composure, and great intelligence" and would continue to be an important reminder for the Liberal team.
"She will be carried in our hearts, and will continue to motivate us and inspire us."
He described Ms Goodwin's death on election day as an "extraordinary coincidence."
"But I know that Vanessa would be looking down very proudly, [on those] who have delivered another majority for our state."
Ms Goodwin was elected as a Liberal in the Upper House seat of Pembroke on Hobart's eastern shore in a 2009 by-election.
In her inaugural speech, she noted the deep cynicism towards state politics in the community.
"As someone whose career has, until now, primarily been in aspects of justice, crime prevention and the law, I'm particularly keen to see Tasmania return to being a place where trust is restored in government decision-making," she said.
"Without transparency and accountability, no government can be truly legitimate."
She acknowledged the support and encouragement of current Tasmanian Governor Kate Warner, who was one of her PhD supervisors, as integral to her studies.
Anyone who wishes to attend the funeral must contact the communications and protocol unit at the Department of Premier and Cabinet.
