Tributes to Declan Berry recovered from River Nene, Wisbech

Declan Berry was recovered from the River Neneon March 31 <i>(Image: Cambridgeshire Police)</i>
Declan Berry was recovered from the River Neneon March 31 (Image: Cambridgeshire Police)
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Many people have paid tribute to a "much-loved" teenager whose body was recovered from the River Nene last month.

Declan Berry, 18, was last seen when his blue VW Polo entered the water in North Brink, Wisbech St Mary, on March 17.

Five people had been travelling in the vehicle, which was recovered from the river five days after the collision.

The body of Eden Bunn, 16, from Sutton Bridge, was recovered from the water the day after the collision.

Three others โ€“ two girls aged 16 and an 18-year-old man โ€“ managed to escape the vehicle.

Officers recovered Declan's body after they were called to Crab Marsh, Wisbech, by a local river official at just before noon on March 31.

Previously, Declan's older brother Connor spoke to this newspaper, describing him as "full of life, and always joking".

He said the 18-year-old had a great sense of humour, and like many of his friends was into his cars.

Connor said Declan came from a hardworking family and worked alongside him in his garden services business.

He said joining the army this summer would have seen Declan "fulfilling his dream".

Following Declan's passing, we opened a book of condolence so readers could leave their tributes and condolences for his loved ones.

You can now read the close to 30 messages left for the beloved 18-year-old, his family and friends.

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Community answers

Book of Condolence for Declan Berry

"We have opened a book of condolence for Declan Berry, a much-loved teenager from Wisbech who was recovered from the River Nene two weeks after a fatal crash in North Brink. This is for anyone who wants to leave a tribute to Declan or condolences for his loved ones. Please know we will moderate content to ensure it remains a respectful space. There may be a delay in messages being made public as they require approval."

We asked for your responses - this is what you sent.

From Peter Burrows

Leave your tributes to Declan hereDearest Declan, our love and thoughts are with you young man and your family.

From Maria joannou

Leave your tributes to Declan hereNow with the angels precious boy. God give your loved ones strength at this very sad time and in the future .RIP Declan

From Linda Newton

Leave your tributes to Declan hereRest in peace young man safely in the arms of Jesus and Heaven above

From Shelley Yeaman

Leave your tributes to Declan hereSuch a sad and tragic loss of a young man, RIP Declan. Thinking of all his family and friends xx

From Fern keates

Leave your tributes to Declan hereMuch loved and certainly missed until we meet again deccy ๐Ÿ’”

From Hannah Hughes

Leave your tributes to Declan hereI don't know you or your family but I am a mum and I just cannot imagine the brokenness of the heart of everyone who loves you . You'll never be forgotten and I'm so glad you can be at rest now. Keep an eye over everyone won't you, because you'll forever be part of their lives xxx

From Sheila foley

Leave your tributes to Declan hereGone way to soon RIP xx

From Community contributor

Leave your tributes to Declan hererest easy declan, you had the best sense of humor and i could always have a joke with you, gone far too soon, forever 18๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ๐Ÿฉต

From Debbie Ann Reynolds

Leave your tributes to Declan hereMy heart goes out to Declans family and friends for the loss of a wonderful man Debbie ann

From Community contributor

Leave your tributes to Declan hereRest in peace Declan

From Sophie berry

Leave your tributes to Declan hereRest in peace now my brother we all love and miss you so much I still canโ€™t get over that you are no longer here with us but you will forever be with us until I get to meet you again fly high for now bro save me a drink ๐Ÿ’”๐Ÿฉต

From Jane Preen

Leave your tributes to Declan hereYou were always such a lovely, polite boy when I saw you. I am so glad H had you as a friend. I hope now that you can RIP and you will be greatly missed

From Dal Roy

Leave your tributes to Declan hereNo words can ease the pain of losing someone. You are never alone. Family and love help us find the strength to carry on. Sorry for your loss. Rest in peace Declan.

From Jane watts

Leave your tributes to Declan hereSo sorry for your loss something no parent should have to go through

From Marie Rayner

Leave your tributes to Declan hereRIP Declan. Sorry you didnt have the chance to fulfil your dreams.

From Community contributor

Leave your tributes to Declan hereDeclan had the kindest and most nicest heart he was always there for me through my highs and lows he had most kindest soul Iโ€™ve known him for about 3 years and he will be missed by lots and lots of people fly high Declan Iโ€™m always proud of you ๐Ÿ’”๐Ÿฅบ

From Billy holmes

Leave your tributes to Declan hereDeclan was a caring and loving person he always very positive we use to go for rides on our motorbikes to Hunstanton I will never forget them memories bro fly high we all miss you โค๏ธ

From Berni Peeling

Leave your tributes to Declan hereRest in eternal peace Declan. Forever 18 ๐Ÿ’™

From Jamie lack

Leave your tributes to Declan hereRip little man God bless you Sleep well xx

From Lisa loveridge

Leave your tributes to Declan hereI never met or knew you, but the incident has affected wisbech and the country. Your life was tragically taken too soon, your family friends and all who knew and loved you will never be the same again. This news for 2 weeks really has burdened me, as a parent and as a human being. Rip in peace now young one

From Jess

Leave your tributes to Declan herei went to some of primary and secondary school with declan, he was always such a sweet lad and did not deserve any of this. rest easy and condolences to his family

From Laura Carvin

Leave your tributes to Declan hereRest in peace, dear Declan. Such fond memories of you as a little boy and a lovely friend to my Harley at Gorefield Primary School. Sending so much strength to your dear family at this heartbreaking time. X

From Emily Walton

Leave your tributes to Declan hereR.I.P Declan fly high ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ

From Kieron Harrison

Leave your tributes to Declan hereDeclan I didn't personally know you but rip mate you was well loved my many

From lesley biggs

Leave your tributes to Declan hereRip Declan sleep tight

From Community contributor

Leave your tributes to Declan hereSending love to all Declanโ€™s family at this horrific time, may you rest in peace young man!

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