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How the death of Marina Morgan on her Hamilton Island honeymoon will help those in need

Marina Morgan had "so much to give", her friend says. (Supplied)

Friends and family of a bride who died on her honeymoon on Hamilton Island last month plan to create a foundation in her name to help people in need.

Marina Hanna Morgan, 29, married Robbie Morgan on June 11 in front of friends and family, the same ones who would receive the heart-wrenching news to return to the church three weeks later for her funeral

The Sydney couple was celebrating the rest of their lives on their Hamilton Island honeymoon when the buggy they were in rolled, killing Ms Morgan in a tragic accident. 

Four weeks on, Ms Morgan's close friend Sara Perry told the ABC Mr Morgan was "holding on with his unconditional love for Marina and his faith in God". 

Ms Perry said Mr Morgan planned to "live his life in [Marina's] name".

"The love Marina shared with all of us was unconditional. It was hard to believe such a tiny person had so much to give," she said. 

Marina and Robbie were married in Sydney and had travelled to Hamilton Island for their honeymoon. (Supplied: Facebook)

"We were blessed to share our lives with her and her passing has left a huge whole in our hearts, and the only way to fill them is to come together as one and help people in need in her name and in her honour."

The spirit of Ms Morgan will live on as friends and family work to dedicate a foundation to continue what they believe was her work on Earth.

Sara Perry (left) with Marina Morgan. (Supplied)

"Marina spread love, joy and kindness to the world, she didn't possess a bad bone or a bad word about anyone," Ms Perry said.

"The foundation will embody these qualities and a movement has started.

"Once we move past our initial grief we will plan for two major events throughout the year."

Ms Perry said the recipients of the foundation were yet to be determined, but they wanted to help "the people that need it most". 

"Mentally ill or depressed [people], children who are sick or need help financially to stay in school or get food, [the] homeless … I believe the foundation will be open to help almost anyone in need," she said.

Marina Morgan veiled at her wedding in Sydney just days before she died. (Supplied)

It is hoped contributions to the foundation will come in all shapes and forms. 

"The foundation will welcome all walks of life, whether you invest by way of money or by a simple act of kindness in her name," Ms Perry said.

"We are already receiving overwhelming support from people who would love to help and be involved.

"She has restored and instilled faith and love in all our hearts forever."

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