Jay Slater's family issues special request ahead of funeral - 26 days after body found in Tenerife
ok.co.ukAlmost one month on since Jay Slater's body was found in Tenerife, his family are preparing to say their final goodbyes.The 19 year old's heartbroken family and friends are gathering for the teenager's funeral on Saturday (August 10) and they've made a special request.They've asked his loved ones who are attending to wear something blue to the funeral.
His mum Debbie Duncan, 55, has promised to give her son the "send off he deserves" as the gathering will take place at Accrington Cemetery in Lancashire, close to Jay's hometown of Oswaldtwistle.
It's also been reported that attendees have been asked not to bring bouquets, but are welcome to "bring a single rose to place with Jay".
In an emotional tribute, Jay's family described him as a "loving son". It read: "At the young age of five Jay started playing football for Huncoat United FC until the age of 17 and also did a few seasons with the Sunday team at St Joesph's too. "He also loved spending time chilling out with his friends.
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