A 64-year-old man who died in a collision involving three vehicles in Bath last week has been remembered as one of South Africa’s ‘finest musicians’.
Photo courtesy of David’s family / Avon & Somerset Police
David Leadbetter died in the crash on Thursday 24th November.
Police were called to Claverton Down Road at 7.24pm following the collision. David was taken to hospital where he later died.
The 64-year-old, who was born in the UK but spent much of his life in South Africa, was remembered by his wife Michelle.
Photo courtesy of David’s family / Avon & Somerset Police
She shared the following tribute to her late husband: “We are truly stunned and saddened by the untimely death of UK-born David James Leadbetter as a result of the devastating collision on Thursday.
“He was our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend and one of South Africa’s finest musicians.
“We have lost a humorous, spiritual, compassionate, vibrant, talented and knowledgeable individual.
“He was passionate about music and loved family, friends, nature, animals and life.
“Our world will be significantly diminished by his loss.
“His music lives on and can still be appreciated through his Deep South, Heartland album, a lasting tribute to his talent.
Photo courtesy of David’s family / Avon & Somerset Police
“We appreciate all messages of condolence, support and good wishes from family and friends around the world and our local community around Bath. He may be gone, but never forgotten.”
The family are being supported by a specially trained officer during this difficult time.
Police investigating the incident have worked in partnership with the coroner and hospital doctors to realise David’s wishes to become an organ donor.
A number of people will benefit from David’s kindness and generosity.
Officers are still appealing for relevant footage and witnesses following the collision.
If you have any information, call 101 and quote reference 5222282599.
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