Tributes paid to childhood best friends killed in Billingham crash
Daniel and Edward were hit by a car on the A143 Bungay Road in August last year.
The families of two men from Norfolk who died in a crash on the A143 in Billingham last August have paid tribute.
Daniel McDonald and Edward Trudgill, both aged 39 were hit by a car on the A143 Bungay Road in August last year
Daniel's family say he was a loving father, stepdad, partner, son, brother, uncle and, to so many, a friend. Dan, known to his family as Bert, loved life; he was funny, happy and incredible in every way, just beautiful. Dan enriched his family’s lives with nothing but love, kindness, fun, and happiness. Our hearts are truly broken, life will never be the same.
“He was tragically killed in a road accident with Edd, his best friend since they were four years old."
“Dan had two sons and lived with his partner and three stepchildren, with whom he shared his wide and eclectic range of hobbies, skills and interests.
“We’re so proud of him and everything that he achieved. He has always been, and will remain “the most fun grown-up in the world”.
Edwards family say they are devastated and he was taken away from them too soon: "He was a much-loved son, brother, father, husband and friend. He touched so many people, just a lovely kind and caring man. From his devastated broken family."