The young father dies suddenly and everyone is heartbroken

Heartbreaking tributes have been paid after the death of a young father in Cornwall. Ross Irwin died unexpectedly, aged just 35.

An inquest was opened in Truro into his death by the Coroner for Cornwall and adjourned for a full inquest to be held at a later date. The coroner’s report said the beloved family man from Holsworthy died in Bude on June 5.

Grieving loved ones shared their grief and paid tribute to the tin worker. His sister Laura Irwin told CornwallLive: “My brother was a much-loved family man – father, uncle, brother, son. We were such a close family and he left a huge mark on all of our hearts.”

She also wrote in tribute: “Words will never explain how I feel. Losing you is the hardest thing I’ve ever had to go through. You were so proud of your only son. My heart breaks for all three of your babies left behind. You will be missed and loved and never forgotten my brother.”

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“I can’t believe you’re gone. I love you so much that words cannot describe how I feel right now. I promise to take care of your children forever. Please, I wish it wasn’t true. I love you. Ross, I will miss you for the rest of my life, my dear brother.

“My life is gone. I am completely devastated that my brother is gone. I loved him with all my heart. Words cannot describe how much I miss you. I just wish I could hug you one more time. I wish to be able to speak for the last time i would like to hear your voice for the last time i love you forever

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Laura’s daughter Jade Tyler, who set up the GoFundMe fundraiser to help with Ross’ funeral expenses, said: “Forever in my heart Uncle Ross. You have been loved more than you will ever know.” She posted on the fundraiser – which you can find here: ‘Please help donate towards my uncle’s funeral who tragically passed away unexpectedly. We would love to give him the best send off he deserves.”

Ross’ nephew Luke Irwin: “STEAL one of the best uncles ever. I can’t believe you’re gone. So crushed. I love and miss you so much. Fly high”.

Ross’ sister Amanda Irwin: “I miss you so much, my brother, my baby.” I love you so much. I just hope my aunt is taking care of you. I will always love you both so much, just please take care of each other.”

Ross’s partner Maisie Mears said: “I can’t take the pain anymore. I wish it wasn’t real. I have to wake up every day and realize that those poor kids have to go without their father and I have to go without the man I have. I had my life with him, I’ll love him until the day I die.”

Caleb Robertson shared: “Fly high Ross. I had a good laugh with him in the past, sending my love to you all.”

David Riley: “I love Ross. I am heartbroken. Life isn’t fair sometimes.” Lesley Riley: ‘Ross was lovely and will be so missed RIP’

Nic Bren: “I’m so sorry for you all. OMG. Was awesome. I know the pain all too well.” Debbie Hersey: “Ross was a lovely boy. I was thinking about all of you.”

Cazzie Sheehy: “So sad. He was always so kind to me. I was thinking of you all.” Helen Salmon: “He was lovely and always good to my Kieran. Sending love to you all.”

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