THE life of a popular Newquay man was celebrated at a remembrance event held on Sunday.

People gathered at the Killacourt to remember Clive Baden who passed away aged 61.

Friends stepped forward to speak about the positive impact Clive has made on their lives while others sang a song.

There has been an outpouring of love for Clive since his passing was announced as he has been a popular part of the community for many years.

People have left various tributes where he liked to sit in Bank Street, which includes flowers, photographs and his favourite energy drink.

Adele Beaton, the area manager for Jammac care group, who own the Crescent care home where Clive lived, said: “Clive was more than a resident. He was part of our family. “He brought with him a special warmth, humour, energy drinks and a spirit that touched the lives of staff and fellow residents alike.

“There was a huge kindness in Clive that made the lives of the people he touched daily, brighter.

“Clive was a good man. A reason to be sure that we should never judge a book by its cover. A kind soul who told me his whole life he was drawn to live by the coast. He said it’s where he always ended up.

“Like a lot of us, Clive faced his own personal challenges, but he did so with strength and dignity. He never let his circumstances define him. Instead, he made the most of each day. Whether that meant engaging in conversation with the many, many people he chatted to each day, or simply sharing a knowing smile with someone who needed it, usually sitting in ‘his’ spot.

“He had a deep appreciation for the simple pleasures of life. He loved the outdoors, and we spoke often about nature. He had been looking forward to summer and these moments mattered deeply to him. Clive’s passing is a profound loss. It came sooner than we were ready for, and we feel the weight of his absence. It’s true to say that all at The Crescent feel his loss deeply.

“The outpouring of love from our community has been heartwarming to read.

“But as we grieve, we also give thanks. We are grateful for the time we had with him, for the stories he shared, for the laughs and the uniqueness that was Clive. “I think that it is important to share two things Clive said before his passing. He had told me that living at The Crescent was the only time he had felt safe in his life. “The night of his passing he had shared with one of The Crescent’s team, that he had had the best day of his life. I hope that people can gain comfort from his comments.”

Jason Tuck, the manager of the Crescent care home, added: “We would like to thank Adam Rayner for the wonderful songs he played. They really meant a lot to us all.

“A special thank you to Adele Beaton for standing up in front of everyone and sharing such beautiful words, and to everyone who came forward to speak or sing. It gave us all something special to hold onto.

“And last but certainly not least, I would like to thank the people of Newquay. Their love, friendship, and support for Clive has been overwhelming. We were truly lucky to be part of Clive’s journey. To hear his stories, share in his laughter, and always walk away with a smile and hearts a little bit fuller.

“Newquay has lost one of its own, but Clive’s memory and his stories will live on in all of us.”