30/12/2008: TRIBUTES are pouring in for a 20-year-old unique and amazing Exmouth man who died on Christmas Eve after suffering serious injuries from a motorbike accident.

30/12/2008: TRIBUTES are pouring in for a 20-year-old 'unique' and 'amazing' Exmouth man who died on Christmas Eve after suffering serious injuries from a motorbike accident.

Timothy John Cockett - known by his friends as Timmy - had been riding a 125cc motorcycle along Montpellier Road last week when it hit a number of parked cars and a brick wall.

Since the accident the 20-year-old, of Merrion Avenue, had been on a life support machine with serious head and internal injuries at Derrfiford Hospital, Plymouth, after being transferred from Exeter's Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital.

He died 'peacefully' with his family around him on December 24.

After the accident friends and family left floral tributes and cards at the spot the young motorcyclist was found.

Timothy's parents, Celia and John, and sister Mary, have been collecting the tribute cards to keep at home, to protect them from rain.

The family said they would 'never be able to fill the space' caused by Timothy's death.

Mr and Mrs Cockett said they hoped their son was now at peace with his grandparents.

"You are now safe in the loving arms of Jesus - your spirit freed. We shall hold you in our hearts forever," said a family tribute.

Nestled among the floral tributes, left by friends, are cans of larger, a roll-up cigarette and cards and messages of love.

A tribute left by friend Lewis said: "In loving memory of an amazing person and my best friend. I will think about you every day and you will always be missed by everyone.

"Exmouth's not going to be the same place without you mate. So many good memories. Sleep well."

Pritch and family said Timmy was 'such a unique guy. You will be missed'.

Friends Matt and Steve said: "You were a proper soldier and you'll never be forgotten."

A card left in loving memory of a dear friend by someone calling themselves Barlow, said: "You were a funny lad and a good mate. "Will miss you every day."

Simon Santucci, co-owner of Supreme Leisure, suppliers of decking, veranda and fencing in Colaton Raleigh, where Mr Cockett had worked as an engineer for the past six months, said:

"He was a really nice honest, loyal, hard working member of staff. He was lovely and always had a great smile on his face. We work really close as a team and Timmy was part of that team. He'll be sorely missed."

READERS TRIBUTES:

Tim was a great friend to a lot of people and is going to be sorely missed by everyone who new him. He filled the lives of all his friends with joy and laughter and we all have loads of great memories that we will cherish forever. He will never be forgotten. He was one in a million and can never be replaced. He has left a huge hole amongst his friends. We will NEVER forget you Tim... so many great memories. Love Lewis x

Lewis Jefferies

Timmy was one of those people that you will never meet again. Every time you would see him, somehow he would make you laugh! My thoughts and feelings are with his family at this unfortunate time! He will be remembered as a legend in his own right! He will be forever in our heads and hearts. Peace out Timmy! x You were adored by many.

Mike Amos

I think everyone loved Timmy to bits you see. He had great mates and family. I haven't known Timmy For Long Only A Couple Of Months And We Just got On So Great He Was Such A Easy Guy To Get Along with He Always had A Smile On His Face And Never Wanted to Hurt Any one....But Timmy You Was A Great Boyfreind And You Will Always Be In My Heart And ThankYou For Being There xx

Typhany Curtis