Family of mart fall teenager Kyle Hull hope some good can come from their tragedy

Kyle Hull, 15, suffered serious head injuries after falling through a roof at Darlington Auction Mart last Tuesday (April 7) and died five days later.

A statement released on behalf of Kyle's family, including his mother Michele, urged the youngster's friends to "have fun, be safe and if you love someone, tell them".

It said: "We’re all obviously deeply upset by what’s happened and of course we’ll miss Kyle so very much, but we just hope that from our family’s tragedy that some good can come from it.

"We don’t want people to have to go through what we are at the moment and we also don’t want people to be sad when they think about Kyle.

"We have so many happy memories of Kyle and would also like people to take a message away from all this, which is that while we can’t predict the future, have fun, be safe and if you love someone, tell them.

"We have had to make some awful decisions over the last few days, make sure your future decisions are the right ones.

"Michele would like to thank everyone for the kindness and support she’s been given from everyone, both who knew Kyle and also those that didn’t.

"The family would also like to say what such a good son Kyle was to Michele, as well as a loving brother, grandson, nephew and cousin."

MUCH MISSED: Kyle Hull

The family has urged friends who want to visit the mart to remember Kyle to do so in a respectful manner, after reports of mart staff being abused by a small minority of teenagers.

They added: "Staff are at the market to do a job and they do not deserve to be abused over a subject that is not of their doing.

"The owners have offered the opening of the market out of respect for Kyle and our family and request that people who pay their respects, do so with respect."

Adrian Lynch, head of the Stephenson Centre, part of Darlington Education Village, where Kyle was a student, added to the tributes.

He said: "Kyle had such a huge presence within our centre; his loss leaves a void which will never be filled.

"Kyle was an extremely popular young man; he has many friends.

"He was a superb role model, with the ability to put a smile on anyone’s face with his fabulous and cheeky sense of humour.

"He had a beautiful, caring nature and showed compassion towards others less fortunate than himself.

"Pupils and staff will remember Kyle for his bright shining character and practical jokes.

"He has left a hole in many hearts, although he has left a lot of wonderful memories that will forever make people smile.

"Kyle had a strong sense of family; often talking about his love and respect for his mum, he was a real credit to them.

"Our thoughts are with Kyle’s mum and family during this very sad time."

St Columba's Church, in Clifton Road, close to the mart, will be open from 5pm to 7pm on Wednesday (April 15), for anyone wanting some space for quiet reflection following Kyle's death.

Meanwhile, tickets are selling well for a fundraiser being held in Kyle's memory.

His friends Jordan Hopps and Callum Hepper had the idea for the event, at 4Motion skate park, in Darlington, on Friday.

Proceeds will be split between the teenager's family and the Sick Children's Trust.

Tickets cost £5 and are available from Emma Jaye, on 07738-857-519 or at 4 Paddock Lane, Darlington DL2 2BU.