Tributes have been paid to a much-loved builder from a village near Royal Wootton Bassett ahead of his final journey through the town.
Tom Strange died on May 8 after being diagnosed with inoperable Stage 3 pancreatic cancer last year.
Crowds of mourners are expected to gather at around 2.30pm on Tuesday, May 30, to watch the 43-year-old's funeral procession travel from the middle of the High Street to the North Wiltshire Crematorium.
In accordance with Tommy's final wishes, he will be transported in the back of the truck he drove and looked after, which will be adorned by a large photo of him framed by flowers, and followed by friends in their own work vehicles.
Guests have been asked to dress casually in tracksuits and trainers and wear one grey sock and one pink sock on their feet.
Tom worked for C. Richards & Son for a decade, and his colleagues thought of him as being like part of their own family.
His former boss, Chris Richards, said: "He was a much-loved son, brother, father, best mate, and employee.
"Tommy was the life and soul of everything, he kept people going when they were tired and would rally around to help if he could.
"He meant a lot to me, to his family, and to everyone in this family business. We all loved him and will miss him so much.
"He was very proud of his job, I've never known any worker to be as loved by his colleagues as he was - someone from each of our suppliers will be coming to the funeral and the wake.
"He put everyone else before himself and worked so hard. He would help people during his lunch break and after work, and if you gave him something, he wanted to do something for you in return.
"We would like to thank everyone for the kind things they have said about Tommy and for their support.
"They don't come along like him very often. If you met Tommy, you would never forget him.
"He liked a joke, loved bulldogs, was very protective and loyal, and had piercing blue eyes."
Chris and Tommy's families have each made their own floral tributes for the funeral.
In lieu of further flowers, donations to the Bulldog Rescue and Rehoming charity are encouraged.
To donate, visit www.bulldogrescue.org.uk
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