Tom Parker’s mum leads heartbreaking tribute as eulogy recalls ‘grounded, resilient and positive’ star

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Tom Parker's mum has led the heartbreaking tributes to her late son on the day of his funeral. In a eulogy written by his mum, which was read by his bother, Tom was described as "grounded, resident and positive." Tom Parker's funeral is taking place today, Wednesday 20 April, and in emotional scenes, The Wanted fans created a tree-lined procession through Petts Wood and around Queensway, South East London where the private service was held.

Heartbroken Kelsey led The Wanted star on his final journey at his funeral, after his tragic death after he was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour.

Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.Tributes to Tom were then paid at the service, including his mother's poignant farewell.Tom's brother said: "My mum kindly sent over something that captures him better than I ever could.

It is actually the foreword to Tom's book that's yet to be released called Hope. "As parents, we hope that our children reach and achieve all they are capable of - reaching their hopes and dreams and in some respects a tiny but of yours. "We strive for our two boys with the hope that anything is possible with the right knowledge, self belief and application.