Tributes paid to bloodbike volunteer from Weston-Super-Mare who died in crash
71-year-old Richard Reeves crashed near Axbridge on the A371 yesterday
Last updated 26th May 2023
Tributes are being paid to a Somerset motorbike rider who’s died in a crash.
71-year-old Richard Reeves from Weston Super Mare crashed near Axbridge on the A371 yesterday (May 25) and was pronounced dead at the scene.
His family say he was an amazing father and grandfather and loving husband of 52 years.
Emergency services were called to the A371 Cheddar Road at about 1.40pm after a single-vehicle collision.
In a statement they said: “We would like to take this moment to pay our respects to Richard Reeves, a loving husband of 52 years, an amazing father-of-two and grandfather of two beautiful girls, who has tragically passed away whilst out doing what he loved – riding his motorbike.
“He will be sorely missed by us, his family, and many others besides.
“He was a seasoned rider, who regularly volunteered with the Freewheelers blood bikes, delivering essential organs, bloods and baby milk around the country, day and night, whenever needed. He was also a member of the Institute of Advanced Motorcyclist, where he helped other riders reach that level.
“We kindly ask for privacy at this extremely difficult time.”
His family were told yesterday and are continuing to be supported by a specially-trained officer.