I started in the company last November, and I was struck by Will’s positivity and happiness that radiated every single day. He was always, always smiling, vibrant and so approachable and easy to talk to. We chatted about our upcoming skiing holidays, and his love for the outdoors and adventures with his girlfriend. I could see straight away Will was a massive part of the company; he was much loved by his colleagues and highly-regarded and truly appreciated by his clients. Will will be deeply missed by us all, and will forever be remembered.

Will, it's been hard to think of the right words to write since your passing, but ultimately it's no better summed up than you having been an excellent friend and colleague in the time we knew each other, and for that I am extremely grateful. You were an absolute pleasure to work with and a joy to be around mate. Rest easy xx

Will,

In the 18 months we worked together you genuinely managed to teach me so much. You were the first person I really got to know at RKH and you made me feel so welcome and part of the team. How could I forget you telling me during my first week that 'you thought all people from Birmingham were gangsters...' - still makes me laugh today!

Outside of work you became an unofficial tour guide and go-to person for me whilst getting to grips with a city I'm not familiar with. You really went above and beyond and that's a reflection of the type of lad you were, selfless and nothing was ever too much trouble.

I'd like to send all my love to Becci and Will's family at this incredibly difficult time.

You'll be missed mate. James x

Will was the most vibrant, energetic person I’ve ever known. With his can do attitude and helpful manner he was a joy to work with. Truly a lovely person who cared about everyone. I miss him lots, I’ll always remember his most wonderful smile.

Will,

When I started at RKH 6 years ago, I came in as an apprentice knowing absolutely nothing. Over time you have taught me everything I know, been a friend, a mentor and a huge part of my life.

I must admit, your lust for life and unwavering motivation was almost annoying. It seemed impossible for someone to wake up everyday and be filled with so much energy and positivity, yet there you were always smiling and encouraging us all to achieve more.

I can’t begin to comprehend life at RKH without you. I always knew I could turn to you for the smallest of queries and even though it seemed like you spent most of your time galavanting around the world, you were a sturdy foundation in our team and are so greatly missed.

I know you’re out there with a big grin raring to find the next adventure.

Sending all my love to Becci and Will’s family.

Will, you crammed more fun and adventure into 29 years than most people manage in 79!

I'll always think about that. You were never one to turn down an invite, or an opportunity to get involved and have a good time - the world would be a lot more fun if everyone was a little bit more 'Will'. I hope that everyone takes comfort in the knowledge that you went doing the thing you loved most, and I reckon you'd probably think the whole thing was pretty bad-ass.

The memory that stands out most in my mind is of last year's summer party.

I can picture your face so clearly when it was announced that our team were in last place - we just looked at each other in complete disbelief! The two most competitive people, on the same team, and yet we somehow managed to finish last! Then we sat and cried with laughter at a topless, lairy Sam on the bus on the way home.

What a day, some great memories.

You will be sorely missed mate.

Love, Westwood x

I will miss hearing your laugh in the office Will and hearing you talk about your holidays, which you loved. Your banter with Jamie, Sam, and the rest of the team in the office which made me smile often. My heart goes out to your family and Becci Will, you left them too young, too soon.

Will had such a zest for life and adventures, I can remember his excitement when he went traveling for a year and all the amazing pics he posted of his travels. He is going to be greatly missed by so many people

Will,

I'll remember our monthly trips down the M5 to Devon, and looking forward to stopping at Gloucester Services for the epic sausage rolls. Our food tours of Exeter (on the RKH credit card of course), beers in the sun and your insistence on eating huge amounts of cheese despite what it did to the air quality in the car on the way home. Your dreadful shoulder barges at football, your encouragement to always lift heavier in the gym and your determination to win at anything even remotely competitive. Your eagerness for a night out and your ability to get remarkably drunk after just a couple of pints. I'm sad that we never got the chance to hit the slopes together, and I know you would have been up for a race from top to bottom. You would definitely have called it a 'SIIIIICCKKK!' idea.

RKH isn't the same without you, but we all have tonnes of great memories to put grins on our faces almost as cheesy as yours.

The next sausage roll is for you my friend.

I had the pleasure of knowing (and working) with Will for just over a year and in that short time, it was clear to me how dedicated he was to his work here at RKH. He knew so much and was that 'go to' person in the office. A great work colleague and someone you could rely on. A real asset. He always had a beaming smile and worked hard and played harder. Will's passion and energy for life was infectious and he visited more of the world than most people visit in a lifetime. Taken way too soon but forever in our thoughts.

It was an absolute pleasure knowing you Will.

I never knew Will be anything other than full of positivity and kindness. His energy was infectious and he never failed to put a smile on my face. I'll truly miss working with him and I know he'll be forever remembered by the RKH team.

I remember first meeting Will during his work experience with RKH and how he just immediately seemed to click with the team.

The case of beer that Will gave to the team at the end of his work experience was joked about as the reason for getting a job at RKH. We all knew he got the job though because of his undoubted talents and the great impression he’d left on us all.

For a number of years early in his career, we worked closely and I saw firsthand the boundless energy, confidence and drive that so many have spoken about. Will always put himself forward and never shirked responsibility. He seemed to always be smiling.

I’ve heard many people talk about Will’s energy and drive in recent weeks too but it was his quiet introspection that really sticks with me as I think back. For all the confidence and hard work, Will had his concerns and wanted to improve. These are amongst the conversations I recall most, because for all the talent, Will remained grounded and wanted to keep learning. He achieved so much, and should have gone on to so much more.

Beyond work we shared a love for the outdoors. When catching up we’d very quickly move to talk of recent adventures, Will telling me about holidays, road trips and recent surfing, and then asking with interest in what I’d done too. He loved life and the experiences it brought and sharing those moments with people close to him. I always came away from our catch ups, feeling full of energy and ideas. It’s often said you should surround yourself with people who love life, are great at what they do and bring out the best in you. Will was all of these and much more.

Even now, it feels so strange to think Will isn’t with us. I’ve still not quite processed that there will be no more chances to catch up, talk openly about how we were doing and get excited by the future. I take some comfort from what an amazingly full life Will had and that I was fortunate to share time with him.