Family tribute to Horsham dad who died in motorbike crash

Gary Parker, 43, from Faygate near Horsham, died at the scene of a two-vehicle crash on the A283 London Road at Petworth on Sunday, August 9.

Emergency services were called to reports of a collision involving a car and a motorbike at around 1.30 pm.

Mr Parker, the motorcyclist, was treated by paramedics but could not be saved.

A woman travelling in the car was taken to hospital by air ambulance with serious injuries.

'One of a kind'

In a tribute, Mr Parker's family described him as "protective, charismatic, passionate and, above all, so, so funny."

They said: "Gary was an amazing dad.

"He had a personality that filled a room and a way of making people laugh that was completely his own."

"He lived life with passion and always put his heart into the things and people he cared about.

"He was loving and protective, always wanting the best for those he loved."

Gary 'had a personality that filled a room', his family said (Image: Sussex Police)

They continued: "His warmth, humour and larger-than-life character made him truly one of a kind."

"Gary will be remembered for his incredible sense of humour, his passion, his strength and the love he gave to those around him.

"He will be deeply missed, but the laughter, memories and love he gave will live on forever."

"Forever loved. Forever missed. Never forgotten."

Police appeal

Officers are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the crash and are appealing for witnesses.

Anyone with information is asked to email collision.appeal@sussex.police.uk or call 101 quoting Operation Cohen.