Agony of wife of biker who died while out on a ride with his son
BY CHARLIE GALL THE wife of a biker who was killed a mile from his home while on a motorcycle ride with his son has told of her heartache.
Andrew Pearce, 37, died when his Suzuki was involved in a head-on crash with a car on the B9015 near Garmouth, Moray, on Tuesday.
In a Facebook post, wife Jacquelyn, of Garmouth, said: “My son and husband went out on their motorbikes. Only my son came home. For that I am extremely grateful. But I lost my soulmate. PLEASE be bike aware.”
The mum of three, who shared a police post about the incident, said she was “heartbroken”.
Jacquelyn, a visual artist and fine art photographer, added: “Not sure how to tell anyone. It seems too soon to tell but it will no doubt be on the news. Friends and family – it hasn’t sunk in yet.
“Our lives will never be the same again. My husband, my best friend, our daddy – we love you. RIP baby xx. Night night.
“I can’t seem to process the information that I’ve been told. So proud of the kids. Their bravery has amazed me tonight. We will need help but we will stay strong xx #pearce.”
Dozens of Facebook friends posted messages of sympathy. Julie Watson said: “So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.”
Marie Hadden posted: “Jackie, I’m Andrew’s cousin from Down Under. My heart goes out to you and your children, I am so sorry for your loss. All our love and thoughts from across the sea.”
Andrew worked for bulk fuel suppliers Gleaner Oils Ltd.
The 54-year-old woman at the wheel of the red Citroen involved was uninjured.
Yesterday, Sergeant Stuart Lawrence appealed for witnesses to the crash, adding: “My thoughts are with his family and friends at this tragic time.”