The family of High Wycombe murder victim Lee Gillespie have paid a heartfelt tribute to the tragic 26-year-old, saying life will never be the same without him.

Two people have this afternoon been found guilty of his murder while a third man was convicted of manslaughter.

Mr Gillespie was stabbed to death in the churchyard of All Saints Church on a Saturday evening in August.

READ MORE HERE: Three face jail over churchyard murder.

After today’s verdict was announced, Mr Gillespie’s family said: "Lee was a gentle, caring, loving man, who wouldn't judge anyone. He had a smile which lit up your heart.

“There wasn't a day when you wouldn't see a smile on his face. Not only was he a son, brother, nephew and Grandson, he was our best friend too.

“Not only has the loss of Lee hurt his family, the impact on what people witnessed on August 22, 2015, has been apparent. Thank you to all the people for their courageous efforts to try and save our son.”

They added: “So much heartache has been caused over the mad decision to take Lee's life including for the defendant's families. We are all suffering.

“Life will never be the same without Lee who we love and miss greatly."

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