A DAD, mum and son tragically died in a horrific motorway crash last month while they were on the way back home from a holiday.
Andy Moore and Swala Harding died alongside their 14-year-old son Sebastian in the horrific single-vehicle collision on Friday, May 30, while on the M5 between Junction 14 and Michaelwood Services.
They had been travelling home from a family holiday in Cornwall along with their daughter, 8, who “miraculously” survived the crash with serious, but not life-threatening, injuries.
A fundraiser has been setup in the family’s memory by a close friend, with more than £14,000 being donated so far to help Andy and Swala’s daughter through recovery.
Funds are also being raised to help contribute to her parents’ and brother’s funeral.
The GoFundMe page reads: “On Friday 30th May, our dear friends Andy, Swala and their 14-year-old son Sebastian tragically passed away having been involved in a car accident whilst travelling back from a family holiday in Cornwall.
“The family sadly leave behind their beloved eight-year-old daughter, who miraculously survived the accident.
“To help their lovely little girl adapt to her new future, and help contribute towards the cost of her parents and brother’s funeral, we’re asking if people would help us raise some money to make her life that little bit easier.”
The page added that Andy and Swala’s daughter was “doing well” in recovery but that it would “undoubtedly be a long hard road back to full health, both physically and mentally”.
EMOTIONAL TRIBUTES PAID TO FAMILY
Emotional tributes have been paid to Sebastian – who was a young rugby player – and his family by his two most recent teams following his death.
The club statement on behalf of Chesterfield Panthers read: “It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the devastating news of the tragic passing of three much-loved members of our Panthers family — Seb Moore, his father Andy Moore, and Seb’s mum Swala Harling.
“Seb joined Chesterfield Panthers RUFC at the start of this season, becoming part of our Under 15s squad.
“While he had spent much of his rugby journey with Tupton Rugby Union Football Club, Seb and Andy became part of our club like they had always been with us — respected by teammates, coaches and parents alike.”
They added that Seb was a “kind, calm and friendly young man, always willing to listen, always with a smile, and always giving his best for the team.”
The club also praised Andy’s “warm, supportive presence on the sidelines”, calling him a “lovely man and a true gentleman”.
Continuing their emotional statement, they wrote: “Both Seb and Andy left a lasting impression on everyone who met them, and their loss is deeply felt by all of us.
“Swala’s passing is equally heartbreaking. Though not as closely involved at the club, it is clear how much love and warmth she brought to her family, and how deeply missed she will be by those who knew her.
“Our thoughts and love go out to their family and friends during this incredibly painful time — especially to Seb’s younger sister, just eight years old, who survived the accident and is now beginning her journey toward recovery.
“She has already shown remarkable strength and resilience, and we will continue to hold her in our hearts in the days, weeks and months ahead.”
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