An "amazing dad" who could "light up a room" will be greatly missed as his family issue an important message.
James Bleasdale struggled with his mental health from a young age and "battled with his own mind". Tragically, after years of "going around in circles" and struggling with gambling and substance misuse, James took his own life on August 5, last year at the age of 23.
Despite his battles, partner Lauren Sweeney said James was an amazing person who touched the hearts of many people. Paying a loving tribute to the dad-of-three, she told the ECHO: "He was the most amazing dad, he had the best personality. He could light a whole room up with the way he was, his whole persona could make you laugh.
