Boy, 15, killed by falling tree in UK park as emergency services race to the scene
Brodan Dubickas, 15, died after being struck by a falling tree at Holmcroft Park in Stafford on Saturday, and his devastated parents have paid an emotional tribute to their beloved son
The heartbroken parents of a teenage boy who has died in a tragic accident at a Midlands Park have paid tribute to him and said “our lives have been shattered and will never be the same”.
Brodan Dubickas was struck by a falling tree while playing at Holmcroft Park in Stafford on Saturday (May 2). Emergency services, including the Midlands Air Ambulance, raced to the scene shortly after 6.30pm.
But nothing could be done to save the youngster, and he was declared dead shortly after 7.30pm. Brodan was a big brother to Corey, Kayla and Amelia whose “hearts are breaking” his parents said, reports Birmingham Live. He was an avid pool and football player and “loved by so many”.
Brodan Dubickas was killed by a falling tree at Holmcroft Park in Stafford
Now his devastated parents have released a tribute to the 15-year-old and said: “On Saturday, 2nd May, at 19:33, our boy, Brodan Alan Dubickas was tragically and unfairly taken from us while out playing with his friends in the park.
“He truly was the best of us. His kindness and generosity were unmatched, and he lit up a room with his humour and his smile. You won’t find any bad words said about him, he was loved by so many.
“He loved nothing more in life than playing pool, which he managed to get to do competitively, at least four nights a week for the Luck Penny or Staffordshire Bull ‘A’.
“He loved his football, be it playing for Stafford Falcons or refereeing multiple times every weekend. He was able to do all this while still prioritising spending time with family and friends.”
The tribute continued: “A wonderful big brother, he leaves behind three siblings Corey, Kayla and Amelia whose hearts are breaking right now.
“He took his role as the eldest, with great pride, and he was always there for them. As parents, our lives have been shattered and will never be the same.
“The pain is unbearable, and the hole that has been left can never be filled. His massive potential will now never be realised, and this is, in itself, a tragedy.
“We have been overwhelmed by the support, generosity and love, sent from far and wide, to both the family and Brodan. The tributes have been vast and incredibly touching.
“This is a credit to our son, and it goes to show the impact Brodan was able to have on those around him in his short life. For which, we can only say thank you.
“Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories. With love, Dad, Mum, Corey, Kayla and Amelia.”
Brodan’s former head teacher at his previous school Tillington Manor Primary School offered a heartfelt tribute to the teenager, describing him as a ‘truly special young man’.
Meanwhile, a family friend, Kathryn Lockley, has established a GoFundMe page to raise funds to support them.
It has already attracted more than 1,400 donations totalling over £21,000.
