Family pay tribute to 'hero' who died 'helping others' in Bicester Motion fire
The family of a 57-year-old man who died following a fire at Bicester Motion say he was helping firefighters at the time and will be remembered for always putting others first
The family of a man who died after a fire at Bicester Motion on Buckingham Road in Bicester have paid tribute to him, describing him as a devoted father and someone known for helping others.
Dave Chester, aged 57, from Bicester, died following the incident on Thursday 15 May.
In a statement released through Thames Valley Police, his family said: “Dave was the most amazing man we will ever know, we love and miss him so much. He was a loving and caring father, husband, son and brother. He was Bicester born and bred and known by almost everyone. Once you met Dave, you never forgot him or his quirky sense of humour.
“You won’t find anyone who worked harder than he did, he built an incredible business from the ground up alongside the help of his family and friends. Bicester Motion has been a huge part of our lives, with many amazing memories and friends made along the way.
“Dave was always known as the man you went to when you needed any sort of help. This is exactly what happened on Thursday evening – he saw firefighters needing assistance and helped without hesitation. He was not a victim but a hero. He died the way he lived – helping others and putting them ahead of himself.
“Although he is no longer with us, he will always be in our hearts and his legacy will continue.”
Investigations into the cause of the fire are being carried out by Thames Valley Police and Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service.