MORE tributes have poured in for Paul Harker after a motorbike ride-out in his memory.
Friends of the motorbike mechanic from Upton upon Severn left emotional messages online after seeing hundreds of bikers take part in the ride-out earlier this month, which marked one year since his death.
It’s estimated that around 300 motorbikes revved into the Drum and Monkey, which Mr Harker had co-owned with his brother AJ Harker, having ridden in convoy from Tewkesbury.
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Tributes and memories of Paul Harker
MEMORY: Paul Harker was well-known in Upton upon Severn (Image: Kyle Court)
Thousands of people have now watched clips of the event posted on the Worcester News and Malvern Gazette social media pages.
Many took the opportunity to pay tribute to their friend, fondly remembering how he had always been eager to help people with motorbike repairs.
Kenneth John Greenhouse said: “One-of-a-kind, brilliant bloke and had time for everyone. If he didn’t have the part, he would make it. He will always be remembered.”
Trevor Brain added: “God bless you Paul, a true gentleman, always helped everyone. RIP my friend, such a pleasure and honour to know you.”
Felicity Graham said the procession of bikes had been a fitting tribute to Mr Harker, saying all that took part had done “him proud”.
TRIBUTE: It’s estimated that 300 motorbikes rode in memory of Paul Harker (Image: NQ)
“You all did him proud,” she said. “A man that helped many with knowledge and parts, if you could weave up the garden through the mass of bikes to the shed.
“I raise my hand to heart sir, thank you for all you’ve given and we’ve received with gratitude.”
Others said they had known Mr Harker from his time at the Drum and Monkey, with Vicki Sawyer saying he had been “friendly to everyone.”
“I knew Paul for years when we were on the Drum and Monkey quiz team,” she said. “He was a lovely man, friendly to everyone.”
