Simon Lingard, who served in UK's Special Forces, died while fighting in Ukraine on Monday
The family of a dad from Lancashire killed while fighting in Ukraine have described him as a 'real-life hero'. Simon Lingard, from Great Harwood, became the third Brit to be killed while fighting Russia when he died in an attack on Monday, his loved ones said.
"My dad was an inspiration to all who knew him, a real life hero who died fighting for what he believed in. He was loved and adored by so many, a true representation of what a soldier should be." "Could you all please find it in your heart to donate anything no matter how small so we can honour our dad and allow him to finally Rest in Peace."
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