Tributes paid to Weston man who died in A371 collision

Richard Reeves, 71, volunteered with the Freewheelers and was a member of the Institute of Advanced Motorcyclists. <i>(Image: Avon and Somerset Police twitter)</i>
Richard Reeves, 71, volunteered with the Freewheelers and was a member of the Institute of Advanced Motorcyclists. (Image: Avon and Somerset Police twitter)
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THE family of a motorcyclist who died in a single-vehicle collision on the A371 near Axbridge have paid tribute.

Richard Reeves, 71 and from Weston-super-Mare, sadly died at the scene of the collision, which happened at around 1.40pm yesterday (Thursday, May 25).

His family have been informed and are now being supported by a specially trained officer.

In a statement, they said: “We would like to take this moment to pay our respects to Richard Reeves, a loving husband of 52 years, an amazing father-of-two and grandfather of two beautiful girls, who has tragically passed away whilst out doing what he loved – riding his motorbike.

“He will be sorely missed by us, his family, and many others besides.

“He was a seasoned rider, who regularly volunteered with the Freewheelers blood bikes, delivering essential organs, bloods and baby milk around the country, day and night, whenever needed.

“He was also a member of the Institute of Advanced Motorcyclists, where he helped other riders reach that level.

“We kindly ask for privacy at this extremely difficult time.”

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