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Bryce Donovan was the youngest of 4, he was most definitely the favourite child and sibling, and even more definite was the fact he was the best bloody one of the lot of us. He always saw the best in people.

Bryce was one of a kind and every one around him was proud of him. He was full of ambition. He had already achieved so much in his 19 years - He was a keen mx rider, a car enthusiast, a qualified diver, a budding mechanic and a year previously he had been accepted for the British Army.

On Wednesday 14 December 2016 at 12:07:48am, Bryce, 19, died instantly after his black Suzuki Swift hit a road sign on Lytton Way, Stevenage. His sudden death has left a huge hole in many hearts but he will never be forgotten.

Bryce's girlfriend Sarah was badly injured in the crash and rushed to hospital. Fortunately, Sarah will make a full physical recovery and the family will always be here for her.

He had a huge circle of friends and touched the hearts of so many people. He was a people person and there isn't any one we have spoken to that could say a bad word about him. Bryce knew how to make people laugh, how to cheer people up and encourage everyone around him to smile. He loved to dance, or make a fool of himself, where ever he was.

Every person we have met since the crash has been incredibly supportive, kind and respectful. The following are the tributes that have taken place, so far, in memory of our deeply loved Bryce:

14 12 16 to present
The tributes, flowers, cans of monster, meets, trinkets, hugs and comfort.
The all nighters.

14 12 16
The drinks at the pub then the fairground meet which many let lanterns off.

20 12 16
The 1 week meet down at the site.

30 12 16
The Funeral Service at the Harwood Park Crematorium and the Wake at The Empty Head.

06 01 17
The Memorial Party organised by Connor Skelsey at The forum banqueting and conference suite with full use of all suites. Where the following helped, out of the goodness of their hearts: Julie Hubner- Candyfloss and Popcorn carts, Vicky Highams- Vixis flowers 10x flower centre pieces, Alix Usher – Slideshow, Justin Arloff – Dj, Kc staffing- staff and help in all areas, Ocado- food vouchers, Prepping food- James Welton, Megan Watts, Elise Snowden and Jessica Williams. Natalie at The Balloon Room - Balloons and Bryce arch, Kevin- Bouncy castle, Tom Patterson- band, George Clarke- band, 5x cakes ‘B’ ‘R’ ‘Y’ ‘C’ ‘E’, VIP EVENTS- Red carpet and photo booth. Blowing up balloons- Lara Devall, Jade Gooding, Aaliyah Hobbs, Shannon Stapelton. Help also from Amber Humpfreys, Courtney Tucker and Grace Ord

14 01 17
Dean Summerbee and Sam Baker at Cruise-Herts – Memorial Cruise for Bryce.

Also thank you to:
Mini-bells doughnuts who organised a raffle to raise money to help towards the costs of the funeral service.
Alix Usher who held a car wash to raise money to help also.
All who donated for Remembrance Bands and Car Sticker/Transfers.
Friends and family who have permanently inked their bodies in remembrance of Bryce – Poppies, Angel Wings, XBD and Bryce.

These are the articles published in the newspaper:
http://www.thecomet.net/news/tributes_flood_in_for_19_year_old_soldier_tragically_killed_in_stevenage_town_centre_car_crash_1_4817657
15 December 16

http://www.thecomet.net/news/he_loved_having_a_dance_memorial_party_to_celebrate_the_life_of_bryce_donovan_to_be_held_in_stevenage_1_4828183
23 December 16

http://www.thecomet.net/news/he_has_gone_but_will_never_be_forgotten_mum_pays_tribute_to_son_bryce_donovan_after_his_tragic_death_in_a_car_crash_in_stevenage_1_4845563
12 January 17

http://www.thecomet.net/news/memorial_event_for_stevenage_car_crash_victim_bryce_donovan_will_have_to_be_cancelled_if_new_venue_cannot_be_found_1_4847234
12 January 17

https://www.familynotices24.co.uk/com/view/4247301/bryce-donovan
BRYCE DONOVAN 14th September 1997 - 14th December 2016 'Dancing amongst the Stars' Funeral service will be held at Harwood Park Crematorium on Friday 30th December 2016 at 2.45pm. At the family's request please wear something red and single flowers only. All enquiries to Austin's Tel 01438 316623

As a family we have chosen to fundraise alternately between 2 charities - Road Victims Trust and Cruse Bereavement Care. We want to help make others aware of the support network provided.

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