Heartbreaking tributes left for man, 26, killed by falling tree

08.10.2022 - 16:23 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Heartfelt tributes have been paid to a 26-year-old man who was killed by a falling tree, in Sale.

Darnell Cordingley was tragically pronounced dead shortly after the incident in Darley Street, on Thursday afternoon (October 6). Darnell's girlfriend Alex Calvert has led the tributes, following his death, describing him as her 'angel' and 'a true gentleman'.

Alex, who was friends with Darnell for a long time before getting into a relationship with him earlier this year, told the Manchester Evening News: "He was the most loving and caring man I have ever met. He lit up every room he walked into.

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"There are not enough words in the world I can string together to express just how much I miss and love this man. He was definitely a true gentleman.

"I would give the world to him if I could. To me, he was worth the whole universe and more. He will always and forever have the most special place in my heart. I love him. I will never forget the previous months I was honoured to spend with my angel."

One of Darnell's closest friends Kayleigh Noone also paid her respects. "Darnell was simply the whole group," she said.

"His character carried the group, when ever he was out we all knew we would have a good night. He was so kind and caring and always made sure everyone was okay.

"He was so full of life. To see such a confident and happy person lose his life so suddenly is heartbreaking.

"To find someone with a heart as pure as D’s is so rare. I’m at a loss for words. We all had plans for the weekend and when his partner called me to tell me, we couldn’t believe it. He truly will be missed.

"Darnell is too precious to be