TRIBUTES are pouring in for a man who died at a Basingstoke building site yesterday morning.
Emergency services were called to Wiltshire Crescent, off Old Kempshott Lane, yesterday (February 15) to reports of an incident.
The employee, Scott Grimes, from Aldershot, was taken to hospital but sadly died a short time later.
Devastated loved ones have since shared memories and messages of loss on social media.
A fund-raising appeal was also launched to support his family through the sudden loss.
Kevlar Mcallister wrote: “Another Aldershot light turned out to soon but yours will always and forever be shining brightly. What an absolute kind legend of a man you were and bringing the barrel of laughs to the pub, will be missed by so many in Aldershot if not nearly the whole of Aldershot!
“Remember you asking for a hockey stick for your Finley, he will grow up knowing what a great man you were Thoughts are with everyone. RIP Grimesy and until we meet again party hard up there fella.”
Another friend , Dan Band, said: “Gone but never to be forgotten! Aldershot miss you Scott Grimes but we will never ever forget you! Until Wednesday my brother.”
Francesco Covelli added: “I can’t believe I’m writing this but today I lost one of the closest people in my life! Scott Grimes you are and always will be one of my closest mates. So please wherever you are keep partying and don’t ever change! Love ya mate, sending my love to all his family and friends.”
Michael Carter wrote: “Absolutely in shock... got no words mate. Absolutely a gentleman. You’re such a great man that will be mightily missed by many, travelled all over the world together and had so many more plans. Rest easy buddy.”
A tribute message was posted on the Aldershot Town Football Club Fans Group was written by Chris Trodd who said: “As some of you may or may have not seen today Aldershot lost a proper Aldershot boy today who will be missed by many may you RIP Scott Grimes.”
Kurtis Reeve posted: “Cannot believe the news today, no words can express how I and others are feeling right now, such a top top fella taken far too soon. I miss the days of me you and Alan walking to his house belting out king Billy's on the wall and the wee messages and pictures you’d send me every old firm game! You'll never be forgotten! RIP Scott Grimes! See you on the flip side.”
Connor Lally also wrote about traveling with football fan Scott: “Such quality memories going to the Liverpool games together can’t believe it, had many more country’s to travel watching the reds boss Europe. Rest easy up there YOU’LL NEVER WALK ALONE.”
Dan Trodd added: “So heartbroken, you were a good man and a true friend. RIP Scott Grimes you’ll be truly missed. Love you mate.”
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You will be missed So very much. Fly high my friend n remember to send signs you're still with your loved ones. Sleep tight ??? Leave your tribute hereRest easy you big beautiful man! You had a heart of gold and would light up any room you entered, the world could do with more people like you brother! The memories of us boys growing up together will forever be in my heart Love you mate xx
Leave your tribute hereUnbelievably sad news! What a man, always smiling, always the life and soul of the party. RIP GRIMSEY. My scenceriest condolences to all his family.x
Leave your tribute hereMy brother-from-another-mother extraordinaire, fellow Vampowl (in joke) and general all round solid gold human being. Scott was wonderful. He was funny and easy to talk to. He's my brother-in-law's brother which may make him sound like no real relation to me - but that's not the case at all. Him, Ashleigh, Finley, Erica, Timmy - all family to me - and as a family we've been devastated, but I am blown away by my brother-in-law, Ian's, strength and compassion at a time so utterly heartbreaking. The outpouring of love from his friends and the community is a true testament to the sort of man Scott was. I love him. I'll miss his presence. Love to everyone who knew him ♥️♥️♥️
Leave your tribute hereR.I.P SCOTT really can’t believe you have been taken from us to soon Your going to be so missed mate we had some fun along the way with all the football away days back in the days will sing pound for you in the east bank soon bud really going to miss you mate such a kind heart and a big personality taken to soon mate.
Leave your tribute hereScott sadly missed at Aldershot rest in peace
Leave your tribute hereYet another fallen and gone way to soon a true gentleman will be sorely missed
Leave your tribute hereWe will miss you so much baby I will look after our beautiful boy until we meet again love you always and forever Ashleigh and Finley x
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Our family Leave your tribute hereGone far to soon. Sending love and strength to Scott’s family. Aldershot is going to miss this young man who was known by so many.
Leave your tribute hereSorry to hear the sad news- such a young lad to lose his life, but thoughts are with his close family at this very sad time, rest in peace Scott
Leave your tribute hereMy thoughts and heart go out to all Scott’s family, my earliest memories growing up with Ian you could tell back them Scott would be a lovable fun loving guy. On the odd occasion when we would bump into each other and briefly worked together he was just that a really top genuine fun loving guy and will be missed by so many.
Leave your tribute hereWords simply cannot describe how this has devasted so many. You were like a brother to me big man, you were genuinely a one of a kind and you'll always be in so many of our hearts. Rest in peace, love u mate ❤❤❤
Leave your tribute hereScott you were one of a kind buddy. Never a dull moment with you around. You loved your boy as your best mate and he will grow to do you proud I am sure. RIP Scott gone but never forgotten. ❤
Leave your tribute hereSuch a kind, funny man. Taken way too soon. You've left a massive hold in so many hearts. Sleep well Scott
Leave your tribute hereCouldn’t believe it when I heard the news you had gone, it didn’t seem real and I didn’t believe it! I haven’t been able to stop thinking about your’s and Ashleigh’s families since. I’ve known you since school and last saw you nearly a year ago before lockdown. You were your usual chatty funny self, you’ve never changed. Life can be so cruel at times, you’ll be greatly missed. Stay looking over Finley & Ashleigh, guide and protect them through life. Fly high up there Scott xx
Leave your tribute hereScott has left so many people devasted with this awful news. He was hugely popular, kind and and all round diamond of a guy. I'm sure a lot of people will say Aldershot will never be the same knowing he won't be around and they will most definitely be right. May you rest in eternal peace Scotty. X
Leave your tribute hereIt was an honour to watch you grow up, from your younger days knocking around with my little cousin, to watching you start your own family. It wasn’t to long ago we were catching up over a game of poker. My heart goes out to your loved ones and close friends. Another lovely man taken far to soon, rest in peace Scott xx
Leave your tribute hereA top bloke and a devoted father, who has gained his wings far too soon. A true gentleman with a heart of gold. You're going to be missed by so many. Thoughts are with all the Grimes family. RIP Fella x
Leave your tribute hereScott you were one of a kind, a true friend even after your snapchats and voice note. A gentle giant, funny and an all round amazing guy. RIP BIG MAN
Leave your tribute hereRest in peace Scott a true gentle giant it was a pleasure to have known you ,taken far too soon you will be sorely missed xx
Leave your tribute hereGrimesy you’re a legend. I will never ever forget the times we spent together. Some of my best days have been with you mate. You were as loyal as they come, a proper true friend. I will miss our talks about football, horses and wrestling so much! Thanks for everything bruv. RIP Grimesy Love you mate x
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The day I nicknamed you Honeymonster ? Leave your tribute hereThinking of Scott’s family at this tragic time! I’ve personally not seen Scott since leaving school, but have been reading the lovely memories his close family and friends have of him and it’s exactly how I remember him. Bubbly, charming, confident! It’s heartwarming to see the support his friends and the community are trying to provide to his family at this very difficult time and it’s all clearly testament to the lovely and caring man he was. Lots of love to his family and friends at this time. RIP Scott.
Leave your tribute hereGone from our sight, but never from our hearts. R.I.P Scott Love and hugs to the Whole family x
Leave your tribute hereScott my big cuz I can’t believe this has happened. Another legend taken from our family, our big friendly giant the best cousin anyone could ever want! The kindest man I have ever met, thank you for all the memories we made I will treasure them forever. Thank you for always being there for me, you will never be forgotten, I will miss you, party hard up there cuz, say hello to Nan, Grandad and Auntie Jane for me. Until we meet again! Rest in paradise cuz, love you always!😭💔
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The kindest man I ever met! Leave your tribute hereI’m still in shock Scott was one of the nicest guys I’ve ever met will always remember when I first joined freedom we had our annual sports day and we both had to put sumo wrestler outfits on and all he did was push me I went flying he found it funny (I’m glad one of us did hahaha ) you will be missed by so many people ❤️ Fly high xxxx
Leave your tribute hereLove you cuz you were ther funniest and most kindest man I no you rang me every day and you always brightened it up you are the best cousin and friend anyone could ask for you will be missed by everyone you are a legend cuz ❤️❤️
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Love you cuz Leave your tribute hereScott, I'm still in complete shock and so gutted. You were a top cousin who was always here for me. I will miss you so much. Nam, grandad,auntie Jane and Layla are waiting for you cuz. Sleep tight
Leave your tribute hereScott where to start I’m so broken and lost for words you really are a great fella who i will miss so much bro
Leave your tribute hereMy brother and best mate, words cannot describe how much you mean to me. I just want everyone to know how much of a kind and loyal man you were and that you would do anything for anyone. I love you mate and always will
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Farnham pairs dart champions 2013 Leave your tribute hereAbsolute top bloke. Will be missed by a huge amount of people. Thoughts go out to his family. R.I.P fella
Leave your tribute hereRip Scott,such a young man taken to soon,thinking of your family at this sad time God bless
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