JAY Slater's heartbroken family and friends are today gathering for the teenager's funeral. The 19-year-old's body was found 29 days after he fell to his death in a mountainous region of Tenerife on June 17. 8 Jay Slater's funeral is taking place today - with mourners urged to wear blue Credit: PH BUILDING GROUP/UNPIXS 8 His devastated mum Debbie, l, pictured with dad Warren, c, and brother Zak, r, in Tenerife has promised to give Jay the 'send of he deserves' Credit: Ian Whittaker 8 A tribute left by mum Debbie near to where Jay fell Credit: Ian Whittaker 8 Jay pictured as a youngster playing football Credit: Facebook Devastated mum Debbie Duncan, 55, has promised to give her beloved son the "send off he deserves".
Jay's grief-stricken family have invited his loved ones to wear something blue to this morning's funeral. The sombre gathering will be taking place at Accrington Cemetery in Lancashire, close to Jay's hometown of Oswaldtwistle. Mourners have been asked not to bring bouquets, but are welcome to "bring a single rose to place with Jay".
In an emotional tribute, Jay's family described the football-mad apprentice bricklayer as a "loving son". It read: "At the young age of five Jay started playing football for Huncoat United FC until the age of 17 and also did a few seasons with the Sunday team at St Joesph's too. "He also loved spending time chilling out with his friends.
"Jay's love of music and dance started at a very young age. Most read in The Sun HORROR CRASH Plan.