Tributes have been paid to granddad Raymond Cusack who died when his beloved convertible kit car collided with a lorry on Monday afternoon.

The 61-year-old, who lived in Muir Fields, Little Somerford, has today been described as a loyal family man who had a zest for life.

Daughter Clair Cusack, speaking on behalf of the family, said: "Words could never be enough to say how terribly upset we are."

Mr Cusack moved to Little Somerford just over 20 years ago with wife Carole, 64, and daughters Dawn, now 38, and Clair, 34. He was a doting grampa to Carrie, 15, and Ethan, six.

He grew up in Acton in West London and retained his Cockney accent. His daughter, a Marie Curie fundraiser, said: "He was a bit of a Del Boy and loved watching Only Fools And Horses and Blackadder. He had such a wicked, dry sense of humour.

"He was loyal and caring and we are all going to miss him."

Best friend Richard Pearce said: "Ray was always laughing and enjoyed himself no matter where he was or what he was doing.

"We used to go clay pigeon shooting every month.

"He was an architect most of his life and was working up until he died.

"The whole village is in shock and will be mourning Ray's death for a long while. He was a lovely guy and he will be terribly missed."

Mr Cusack was also a keen skittle player and helped out with village events whenever he could.

But his main passion was classic cars and Miss Cusack recalls his excitement after buying his blue convertible MG Coupe Morgan replica car in 2003. She said: "He loved that car. He spent half his life in the garage polishing his car.

"Ethan gave him a little model car called Brum and that's what he referred to his car as. At least he was with Brum when he went."

Colin Swatton, who runs Swatton's Sports Cars in Brinkworth, sold two cars to Mr Cusack, including the MG kit-car.

He said: "Raymond was a really nice guy who absolutely loved sports cars and showing his off.

"He lavished so much time and care on his car and used to drive in to see me to show off his latest improvements."

Mr Cusack died instantly after colliding with a skip lorry, owned by McCarthy Waste Management of Bristol.

He was on his way home from visiting his parents, Pat and Bert, who live in Bradenstoke, when the crash happened at about 4pm.

The road was closed for several hours while collision investigators scoured the area for clues as to why the crash happened. Police are now appealing for witnesses.

Miss Cusack, who lives in Bristol, added: "He was a lovely, supportive, honest man and we will always love him."

The funeral will take place at Little Somerford Church at 2.30pm on November 9. All who knew Mr Cusack are welcome. Donations to be made to Marie Curie Cancer Care.

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