Tributes have flooded in for Peterlee man Jordan Fucile, who was found dead on December 17 following a long battle with his mental health.
The 28-year-old dad of three was found in his home by his partner of over two and a half years, Chloe Morrison, 24, who “hadn’t heard from him”, which made her realise something was wrong.
Jordan with partner Chloe. (Image: CHLOE MORRISON) He leaves behind his son Jackson, 2, and step-children Carson, 7, and Lacey-Lee, 4, who was “the daughter he never had”.
Chloe told The Northern Echo: “Jordan was so outgoing and adventurous – he had a love for the gym and a close relationship with his religion.
“He was just a cheeky and funny person who had a heart of gold. He had a long battle with mental health – there isn’t enough help out there for people who are struggling.
“It has been very hard over Christmas and New Year.”
Jordan with partner Chloe and step-children Carson and Lacey-Lee (Image: CHLOE MORRISON) In their grief and due to the unexpected nature of his death, his family has started a GoFundMe to raise funeral costs ahead of the service on January 15.
So far, they have raised just over £400 and have seen an outpouring of support from the community.
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Chloe added: “I am so happy to know that people have their memories of Jordan and knew him – and had the chance to find out what an amazing person he was.
“We just never expected this at all – Jordan has taken my heart with him. I am just so heartbroken – my heart will never be the same again.
“We just want to give him the send off that he deserves.”
To donate to the fundraiser, click here.