Second boy, 16, found dead in railway tragedy is pictured as ‘truly devastated' parents pay tribute
Jordan Everett was tragically pronounced dead alongside fellow 16-year-old Joshua Myers in Poynton, Greater Manchester, on July 3.
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Police were called to reports of a casualty on the tracks at around 10pm.
Services were shut down to allow emergency services to reach the two teens.
Paramedics raced to assist the youngsters, but they were sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
Jordan's heartbroken family said in a statement: "Our cherished son, grandson and brother, you were so loved by your family and all that knew you. We will always miss you and you will forever be in our hearts.
"Jordan was inquisitive and adventurous and had already started building his flying hours to achieve his dream of becoming a pilot.
"He was loving, loyal, caring and thoughtful and we will cherish the memories we have of our boy.
"We are truly devastated and heartbroken as a family with the loss of our beautiful Jordan. Our lives will truly never be the same again."
British Transport Police are are probing the two deaths but are not treating them as suspicious.
In a heartbroken statement, Joshua's parents said: 'Our son, Josh is incredibly precious to us and we are so proud to be his Mum and Dad.
"He had no idea how loved he was. Our hearts have been broken, and the world seems incomplete without him. He will stay in our hearts forever.
'He was the best big brother ever, who loved his big family. He was also very thoughtful, kind, bright and intelligent.
"His warm sense of humour always shone through all of his activities.
"He really enjoyed playing computer games, running, including park runs, and playing badminton.
"Many of his favourite days were when he was relaxing and playing whilst on holiday with his family - bodyboarding, swimming and looking after his younger siblings.
"Josh's close friends also meant a lot to him and he really enjoyed spending time with them.
'Our family would like to thank everyone for all of the wonderfully kind thoughts and messages which we have received.
'Thank you to everyone, too, for respecting our privacy at this very sad time.'
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