The family of Chris Barlow has paid tribute to their friend and relative after his body was discovered in Marple. 

Chris' body was discovered on the evening of Tuesday 6 June, after he was reported missing in the early hours of Sunday 4 June.

Within days, a fundraiser for a bench on the Peak Forest Canal - near where Chris' body was discovered - garnered over £10,000.

The family of Chris wanted to pay tribute to him and said the following: "Our family are devastated by the loss of Chris. He was a much loved son, brother and uncle, we will miss him always.

"He was hard working, honest and loyal with a keen sense of fun and unique humour.

"He was quiet, thoughtful and kind. He was an able cook but his favourite pastime was football, an active supporter of Norwich City and player for Mill Brow, Mellor and his works team at Arden Dies.

"He was a very popular person with those he'd played cricket with at Marple Cricket Club, his football teammates and the Cheltenham Crew, very close friends who regularly walked the local hills and visited Cheltenham races every Spring.

"He loved spending time with family and friends. His family thanks the Police, friends and local community for their considerable efforts in the search phase.

"RIP Chris, we will always love you and cherish the wonderful times you gave us. The Barlows."

His family have requested privacy while Chris's loved one's grieve for their loss.

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