A FAMILY has paid tribute to their "gentle giant".
Gwilym Jones, who lived in Dyserth, died on Thursday, August 9 following a crash in Flint last month. The incident happened on Ffordd Llewellyn shortly after 8am and involved a Ford C-Max.
The 52-year-old was a refuse collector.
In a statement, the family said: "Gwilym was a hardworking man, who always had a smile on his face.
"He was a kind, gentle giant who wouldn't harm a soul. He was dedicated to his job that he loved as a refuse collector.
"He enjoyed his weekends in his local pub with his good friends. He will be sadly missed by everyone."
The incident happened on Wednesday, July 25. Mr Jones was taken to Glan Clwyd Hospital in Bodelwyddan.
Anyone who witnessed the crash, or anyone who may have been travelling along Ffordd Llewellyn and has dash cam footage, are asked to contact the Roads Policing Unit on 101. Quote reference number W103486.
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