Tributes paid to man with 'love of life most people could only dream of'

Tributes have been paid to a man in his 80s who died in a crash.

David Murfin, 81, was described as having a "love of life most people could only dream of" by his family.

He died on Tuesday evening this week (June 25) having been involved in a crash last Friday (June 21).

David, from Bispham, was taken to hospital after police were called to Bibby's Road at the junction of Bispham Road shortly before midday last Friday, to a report a Ford Transit van had crashed with a pedestrian and they were trapped.

Paying tribute to David, his family said: “This incident has shaken our family to the core and has come as a complete shock.

“David married into our family 30 years ago and had a life of love most people could only dream of.

“He and his late wife, Christine, loved their holidays exploring the world and shared a passion of gardening.  He had a huge heart for dogs and owned several rescue animals over the years that he loved deeply.

“We are deeply saddened at his passing but take comfort in knowing that he and his love are now reunited.

“We ask for privacy and respect at this time and are grateful for the kind words and thoughts we have received.”

The police investigation is ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has any footage or information should call 101 or email SCIU@lancashire.police.uk quoting log 0560 of June 21, 2024.