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Friday 23.02.2018 thedistrictpost.co.uk
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Community pays tribute after rail crossing tragedy News Martin Read - Reporter Tragedy struck the close knit community of Barns Green at around 8.40 last Saturday morning when a train hit a car at the Emms Lane level crossing on the outskirts of the village. Keen footballer 15 year old Will Hallett was being driven by his grandfather Barry Hearnshaw, 72, to play in a match when the horrific accident happened, sadly both died at the scene after the car was severely damaged. Will was an enthusiastic Chelsea supporter – as appreciated by the club, who have been in contact with the family – and he played for Horsham Sparrows. As the police and rail authorities began to investigate the circumstances leading to the collision tributes of cards and flowers were left near the crossing, and Will and Barry’s family said: “One thing this tragedy has proved to us is how popular and loved Will was within our beautiful village of Barns Green, and at Tanbridge House School. He was a high grade achiever who aspired to be an airline pilot. We are utterly devastated by this tragic accident that has robbed us of our gorgeous, lovable and cheeky son.” The family
continued with homage to Will’s grandfather Barry saying: “Until retirement he worked in special education, his passion, and devoted his life to improving the lives of so many and fulfilled his dream of becoming headmaster.” The family also said that the schools that benefited from Barry’s talents included Muntham House at Barns Green and that he had dedicated much of his time to charity fund raising, including at the Barns Green Half Marathon. Amid messages from friends the local pub where Will worked said: “We were proud and honoured to have you as part of our pub family.” Will was clearly a popular student at Tanbridge House School, too, where Principal Jules White described him as “a wonderful person” and continued: “He always showed the very best qualities of being kind, generous and caring and was a highly intelligent model student, held in the highest regard by peers and staff. Our thoughts are with Will’s family and friends.” Anyone attending the annual Barns Green Half Marathon will have witnessed the warmth of the village, everyone pulling together. Continued on page 3.
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