“YOU were the love of my life and I am sure we would have grown up to get married, had babies and live in Brighton.

“I’m sure we would have 10 cats too that you would chase about.

“That will never happen now but I will always love you and you will always be a part of me. I will forever cherish all the memories that we shared.”

Those are the heart-wrenching words of Megan Duffy, the girlfriend of Jacob Schilt.

Another tribute to the Worthing United footballer praises his charity efforts in black marker pen written on a t-shirt from the Robert Eaton Memorial fund.

Despite being damp from the rain, the white shirt stands out against the back drop of bright yellow sunflowers and orange and red gerberas.

The message promises: “We are organising something special to remember you by."