Gary Lineker’s nephew, 18, ‘crushed to death by falling tree’

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Gary Lineker’s tree surgeon nephew died after he was crushed by a falling trunk, an inquest heard. Jonty Parkinson, 18, was described as “one of the nicest boys you’ll meet” by his cousin George Lineker, 31, in a touching tribute on social media.

Opening the inquest last week, senior coroner Darren Salter revealed the tree surgeon died following a crush injury to his abdomen whilst working on September 6.

Oxford Coroner's Court heard Jonty, of Coln St. Aldwyns, Gloucs., was killed by a falling tree in Eaton Hastings, Oxon. A GoFundMe page was set up in memory of the teenager, which has raised over £32,000 to go towards a "beautiful memorial or event" for the family.

In a post accompanying the appeal, Jonty was described as a "very special, beautiful young man." They added: "I realise money can't fill the great chasm of loss they are feeling, but I hope it can be used to ease the burden of funeral expenses or go towards a fitting memorial for Jonty." The family announced Jonty's tragic death in a lengthy post shared on the family business's Instagram account, where they thanked friends and customers for their support.They penned:"We are devastated to have to share the news that Jonty Parkinson - Bob & Ali’s son, Sue & John’s grandson and Sally’s nephew - passed away on Friday 6th September.