Heartbreaking tributes as Kainan 'Kernow' Dayus dies, aged just 28

Heart-breaking tributes have been paid to a young man who was "the one true Kernow king" who passed away in Cornwall. His loved ones and friends have poured their hearts out after losing Kainan Dayus, known as Kainan Kernow, at the age of just 28.

Known also as Kain and from Alverton, Penzance, but originally from Helston, he died on June 11 and an inquest has now been opened and adjourned for a full hearing to take place at a later date. Kain, who passed away at Penzance, "will be greatly missed by his mum Michaela, sisters Lucy, Shannon and Taiya, nieces Alissiya, Ava, Aisla and Zennor, nephews Dylan and Kitt, dad Jason and all of the Dayus family, and, of course, his many friends", a funeral notice says. The celebration of Kainan's life will be held at Treswithian Downs Crematorium, Camborne, on Saturday, July 6, at 12 noon.

Touching tributes have been share since his sad loss, led by Kain's mother, Michaela Evans, who shared: "He loved to sing, prank people, make up his own jokes and spend time with family and friends. He was loved and gave love, both in abundance. I'm grateful to him. He will leave a massive hole. I grieve quietly but I will remember him loudly. You're at peace now, my boy."

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She also wrote: "He was a fierce warrior but also a Mummy's boy and didn't care who knew it. He had my name tattooed on his leg above a diamond. I asked him why he didn't just get the word 'Mum' tattooed. He said, 'Because you're Michaela. And you're my diamond. And if it said Mum, people wouldn't know who you were'."

His sister, Shannon Dayus, wrote: "My brother, my Kainy wainy woo, my king, my protector, my BFG. My life will never ever be the same without you. Please stay with me until I’m back with you, my angel in the sky. I love you, so so much."

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Phil Pellow wrote: "I'll miss our chats, the infectious laugh, the popping in five times a day. You are a legend always burned into our hearts. Rest easy friend. You are loved Kainan, the one true Kernow king."

Nathan Burt: "He loved his gold, he loved his bling, he loved to fight, he loved to sing, there will only ever be one. King Kain Kernow the Cornish gypsy king." Tom Blaney: "Another one gone way too soon. Rest easy mate, fly high big fella. There will only ever be one Kainan Kernow."

Chantelle Williams shared a heartfelt message on behalf of her dad, Gary Williams, for Kain's family, which said: "How do I begin? Sometimes there are no words for the man who lit up a room before he entered it. The man who made you smile even though your world was falling apart. You brought laughter and joy to so many and you always put others first before yourself.

"You were the soul of a party and you made people feel they belonged but you made sure it was never about you. When you were struggling we knew but inside those voices you carried cared not, you didn’t deserve the pain you carried but you just wanted to feel what others felt on a daily basis.

"You were let down by the people who were suppose to support you and failed by so many in your times of need. Not all angels have wings but I saw yours every time we spoke or made welcoming gestures.

"Some called you a gentle giant, I called you a friend, but for all that you continued to smile regardless where you was you gave me your time and for that I gave you my friendship and my admiration. You're probably not aware of this but the way you touched so many in the way that you did you will always leave a handprint in the hearts of so many folk.

"Kainan Kernow king, thank you for sharing the time you had with us, thank you for kindness to others and most of all thanks for being a friend, a man with many words. Go rest now until we all meet again on a sunny day in Cornwall."

Gee Lepore shared: "True words about one hell of a guy. He was always out to make sure everyone else was happy, truly will miss you my friend." Kerry Stevens: "Oh Kainan, from that little boy on the left who would love to aggravate his sisters to the politest young man who absolutely adored and protected his family at all times. Your laugh was infectious, I hope you continue that where ever you will be and your mind is at rest."

In setting up a fundraiser to help those left behind, Kerry Stevens posted on the page on GoFundMe that has already raised more than £10,000 and you can find here: "The family have not requested this help but I think we can all agree that Kain would want nothing more than for us all to help his family at this tough time. He was the one that was always there to protect them, the man all his sisters/nieces/nephews looked up too.

"His contagious laugh, smile and singing voice will stay with us forever. We all hope your at peace now. We know you’ll carry on protecting your family from above.

We will all see you on the other side. This fundraiser is for Kain's family to go towards his funeral."

Crowds gathered to remember Kain and leave floral, balloon and other tributes in a touching evening on June 14 on the Penzance promenade. Michaela posted subsequently: "I want to thank all that have been a part of Kain's tribute on the promenade. It's beautiful. It has brought comfort and opened many conversations with strangers.

"I love you all and appreciate everything. We will give him the best send off."

The funeral notice adds: "Traditional funeral attire is not required. Please do wear something with a splash of colour. For those who are unable to attend the ceremony, you may wish to pay your respects as Kain's funeral cortege travels along Alexandra Road, turning left onto Penzance Promenade at approximately 11.20-11.25am on July 6.

"The ceremony at Treswithian Downs Crematorium will also be live streamed for those who cannot attend in person, webcast login instructions are listed below. Following the service, all are welcome to return for refreshments at the Lugger Inn, South Terrace, Penzance Prom, and to continue celebrating Kainan's life.

"Family flowers only please, but donations in Kainan's memory will be to benefit 'Man Down Cornwall', an amazing charity supporting men through Mental Health issues and crisis's. Donations may be received by retiring collection, via the link on the funeral notice, or sent to the funeral directors. All enquiries to funeral director David Maddern of Cornwall Funeral Services @ Peakes of Tolcarne, The Old Surgery, Newlyn, Penzance. Telephone 01736 362781."

To view the webcast of the ceremony go to the website watch.obitus.com and enter the username josa6751 and password 748020. The live webcast will be viewable from approximately 11:55am on Saturday, July 6.