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Tunisia attack: What we know about the British victims Tunisia attack: What we know about the British victims
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With the number of Britons killed in the Tunisian attack expected to rise, here is a breakdown of what we know so far about those who have died, and the missing and injured:With the number of Britons killed in the Tunisian attack expected to rise, here is a breakdown of what we know so far about those who have died, and the missing and injured:
John StolleryJohn Stollery
John Stollery, 58, a social worker from Nottinghamshire, was on holiday with his wife Cheryl and his son when he was killed.John Stollery, 58, a social worker from Nottinghamshire, was on holiday with his wife Cheryl and his son when he was killed.
His wife paid tribute to him, and said: "John was special, he made a difference and gave his best to others.His wife paid tribute to him, and said: "John was special, he made a difference and gave his best to others.
"We, his family, are proud of him and deeply saddened that he was taken from us in such a horrific and tragic way. We still had a long life to live with plans and dreams for our future together.""We, his family, are proud of him and deeply saddened that he was taken from us in such a horrific and tragic way. We still had a long life to live with plans and dreams for our future together."
He had worked at Nottinghamshire County Council for 33 years and spent the last 16 years working with children in care.He had worked at Nottinghamshire County Council for 33 years and spent the last 16 years working with children in care.
William and Lisa GrahamWilliam and Lisa Graham
Married couple William Graham, 51, known as Billy, and Lisa Graham, 50, were killed in Friday's shooting in Tunisia, the BBC has learned.Married couple William Graham, 51, known as Billy, and Lisa Graham, 50, were killed in Friday's shooting in Tunisia, the BBC has learned.
The couple, from Bankfoot, Scotland, were staying at the Imperial Hotel in Sousse.The couple, from Bankfoot, Scotland, were staying at the Imperial Hotel in Sousse.
A close family friend told BBC Scotland that he had been told the news by the couple's daughter, Holly Graham.A close family friend told BBC Scotland that he had been told the news by the couple's daughter, Holly Graham.
The Grahams were visiting the resort to celebrate Mrs Graham's 50th birthday.The Grahams were visiting the resort to celebrate Mrs Graham's 50th birthday.
Carly LovettCarly Lovett
Carly Lovett was a 24-year-old beauty blogger and photographer from Gainsborough in Lincolnshire.Carly Lovett was a 24-year-old beauty blogger and photographer from Gainsborough in Lincolnshire.
She was a graduate of Lincoln University, and according to reports in the local press worked for an e-commerce company called Fizzco Ltd in Fillingham near Gainsborough.She was a graduate of Lincoln University, and according to reports in the local press worked for an e-commerce company called Fizzco Ltd in Fillingham near Gainsborough.
In a statement, her parents Joanne and Kev, fiance Liam and other family members said: "Carly was and always will be our beautiful shining light.In a statement, her parents Joanne and Kev, fiance Liam and other family members said: "Carly was and always will be our beautiful shining light.
"She was funny, clever, artistic and radiated love and happiness around her."She was funny, clever, artistic and radiated love and happiness around her.
"Carly recently got engaged to Liam, her childhood sweetheart of 10 years. Both were excited and looking forward to a bright future together filled with love and happiness. This has now been cruelly taken away.""Carly recently got engaged to Liam, her childhood sweetheart of 10 years. Both were excited and looking forward to a bright future together filled with love and happiness. This has now been cruelly taken away."
It added: "Carly, may you soar with the angels and we pray with all our hearts that this evil, and such disregard for human life, will end so no other family will feel the pain that we do today and always will."It added: "Carly, may you soar with the angels and we pray with all our hearts that this evil, and such disregard for human life, will end so no other family will feel the pain that we do today and always will."
According to the Daily Mirror, she was killed by a grenade during the attack.According to the Daily Mirror, she was killed by a grenade during the attack.
John Welch and Eileen SwannackJohn Welch and Eileen Swannack
John Welch, 74, and his partner of eight years Eileen Swannack, 70, are among dead, a family member has confirmed.John Welch, 74, and his partner of eight years Eileen Swannack, 70, are among dead, a family member has confirmed.
The Wiltshire couple have not made contact since the shootings at the resort near Sousse on Friday.The Wiltshire couple have not made contact since the shootings at the resort near Sousse on Friday.
Police said relatives of Ms Swannack and Mr Welch, of Corsham, were getting support from a family liaison officer.Police said relatives of Ms Swannack and Mr Welch, of Corsham, were getting support from a family liaison officer.
The couple were staying at the Hotel Riu Imperial Marhaba, one of the hotels targeted by the gunman.The couple were staying at the Hotel Riu Imperial Marhaba, one of the hotels targeted by the gunman.
David ThompsonDavid Thompson
David Thompson, from The Green in Tadley, Hampshire, is believed to have died in the attack, Hampshire Constabulary has said.David Thompson, from The Green in Tadley, Hampshire, is believed to have died in the attack, Hampshire Constabulary has said.
The 80 year old was a retired Atomic Weapons Establishment scientist and described by his neighbours as a "wonderful man".The 80 year old was a retired Atomic Weapons Establishment scientist and described by his neighbours as a "wonderful man".
Tadley Town Council chairman David Leeks said the reaction in the town was one of "pure shock".Tadley Town Council chairman David Leeks said the reaction in the town was one of "pure shock".
Patrick Evans, Adrian Evans and Joel RichardsPatrick Evans, Adrian Evans and Joel Richards
Three members of the same family were killed in the attack.Three members of the same family were killed in the attack.
Adrian Evans, 44, from Tipton, West Midlands, died along with his father, 78-year-old Patrick Evans, and nephew Joel Richards, 19, from Wednesbury.Adrian Evans, 44, from Tipton, West Midlands, died along with his father, 78-year-old Patrick Evans, and nephew Joel Richards, 19, from Wednesbury.
Adrian Evans worked for Sandwell Council in Oldbury as a manager in the gas services department.Adrian Evans worked for Sandwell Council in Oldbury as a manager in the gas services department.
Council leader Darren Cooper said: "We are absolutely devastated for Adrian's family, friends and colleagues and our thoughts are with them and all those affected by this tragedy."Council leader Darren Cooper said: "We are absolutely devastated for Adrian's family, friends and colleagues and our thoughts are with them and all those affected by this tragedy."
Joel was a student at the University of Worcester and a keen football referee.Joel was a student at the University of Worcester and a keen football referee.
Chad Ehlertsen, chief executive of Birmingham County Football Association, said: "He was just a leader of young people; a good organiser, a good communicator and an extremely talented young referee."Chad Ehlertsen, chief executive of Birmingham County Football Association, said: "He was just a leader of young people; a good organiser, a good communicator and an extremely talented young referee."
The University of Worcester's vice-chancellor, Professor David Green, said: "At Worcester Joel has shown himself to be a highly intelligent, talented young man and an all-round outstanding person with a truly bright future ahead."The University of Worcester's vice-chancellor, Professor David Green, said: "At Worcester Joel has shown himself to be a highly intelligent, talented young man and an all-round outstanding person with a truly bright future ahead."
Walsall FC said the men were all fans of the club and that their thoughts were with their family.Walsall FC said the men were all fans of the club and that their thoughts were with their family.
Fellow fans showed their support by laying scarves outside the stadium on Monday.Fellow fans showed their support by laying scarves outside the stadium on Monday.
Sue Davey and Scott ChalkleySue Davey and Scott Chalkley
Ms Davey's son Conor Fulford, from Tamworth in Staffordshire, posted on Twitter on Saturday night to confirm his 43-year-old mother's death. He had taken to Twitter in the wake of the attack urging others to help find her.Ms Davey's son Conor Fulford, from Tamworth in Staffordshire, posted on Twitter on Saturday night to confirm his 43-year-old mother's death. He had taken to Twitter in the wake of the attack urging others to help find her.
After confirming he had been told of her death, he wrote: "Love you always Mom, I've got my teddy bear you got me tonight, Rest easy xxxx".After confirming he had been told of her death, he wrote: "Love you always Mom, I've got my teddy bear you got me tonight, Rest easy xxxx".
Ms Davey's daughter Chloe is the partner of Leicester City footballer Marc Albrighton. The football club offered support to the family, saying: "They are all in our thoughts and prayers."Ms Davey's daughter Chloe is the partner of Leicester City footballer Marc Albrighton. The football club offered support to the family, saying: "They are all in our thoughts and prayers."
Mr Chalkley, 42, from Chaddesden, Derby, was Ms Davey's partner.Mr Chalkley, 42, from Chaddesden, Derby, was Ms Davey's partner.
His son, Ross Naylor, from Derby, confirmed his father's death in the "sickening attacks", posting: "I want to say thanks to everyone who has helped, you have all been amazing. One love to all and rest in peace dad."His son, Ross Naylor, from Derby, confirmed his father's death in the "sickening attacks", posting: "I want to say thanks to everyone who has helped, you have all been amazing. One love to all and rest in peace dad."
Paying tribute to his mother, Mr Fulford said: "We have lost a very, very special person to us.Paying tribute to his mother, Mr Fulford said: "We have lost a very, very special person to us.
"My memory is of my mum grinning from side to side and she is looking at me on the camera and she is saying we are going to Tunisia next week, I can't wait.""My memory is of my mum grinning from side to side and she is looking at me on the camera and she is saying we are going to Tunisia next week, I can't wait."
Severn Trent Water, for which Ms Davey and Mr Chalkley worked, said: "We are immensely saddened by the news about Sue and Scott. They were much loved by their colleagues."Severn Trent Water, for which Ms Davey and Mr Chalkley worked, said: "We are immensely saddened by the news about Sue and Scott. They were much loved by their colleagues."
Flags at Tamworth Borough Council and Tamworth Castle are being flown at half-mast as a mark of respect for all those killed in the shooting.Flags at Tamworth Borough Council and Tamworth Castle are being flown at half-mast as a mark of respect for all those killed in the shooting.
Bruce WilkinsonBruce Wilkinson
Mr Wilkinson, 72, from Goole, East Riding, was a retired worker at Drax power station. His family said he was "a kind and compassionate man with a dry sense of humour".Mr Wilkinson, 72, from Goole, East Riding, was a retired worker at Drax power station. His family said he was "a kind and compassionate man with a dry sense of humour".
In a statement, the family said: "We are devastated at the loss of Bruce, who was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.In a statement, the family said: "We are devastated at the loss of Bruce, who was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.
"Bruce was a loving family man, and in his working life worked to support the care of others."Bruce was a loving family man, and in his working life worked to support the care of others.
"He was fun-loving, and will be deeply missed by friends and family alike.""He was fun-loving, and will be deeply missed by friends and family alike."
Lisa BurbidgeLisa Burbidge
Ms Burbidge, in her 60s, was from Whickham, Gateshead.Ms Burbidge, in her 60s, was from Whickham, Gateshead.
Her family released a statement saying: "We are devastated with the tragic loss of the most beautiful, amazing, caring and gentle person in our lives.Her family released a statement saying: "We are devastated with the tragic loss of the most beautiful, amazing, caring and gentle person in our lives.
"We have been left with a massive hole in our hearts.""We have been left with a massive hole in our hearts."
They added that she had "four fantastic grandchildren who were her world and will miss her tremendously".They added that she had "four fantastic grandchildren who were her world and will miss her tremendously".
One of her granddaughters, Chloe Thompson, left a tribute on the Newcastle Chronicle's Facebook page, saying: "My angel, my best friend love you always grandma, rest in peace."One of her granddaughters, Chloe Thompson, left a tribute on the Newcastle Chronicle's Facebook page, saying: "My angel, my best friend love you always grandma, rest in peace."
Claire WindassClaire Windass
Claire Windass, 54, from Hull, was on holiday with her husband when the attack happened.Claire Windass, 54, from Hull, was on holiday with her husband when the attack happened.
In a statement, her family said: "Claire was sunbathing on the beach with her husband Jim Windass, who miraculously managed to escape physically unharmed and has now returned to his home in Hull, where he is surrounded by family and friends at this emotionally difficult time for us all."In a statement, her family said: "Claire was sunbathing on the beach with her husband Jim Windass, who miraculously managed to escape physically unharmed and has now returned to his home in Hull, where he is surrounded by family and friends at this emotionally difficult time for us all."
They added: "She was a warm, kind-hearted woman who made friends easily and was loved by everyone who knew her. She will be deeply missed."They added: "She was a warm, kind-hearted woman who made friends easily and was loved by everyone who knew her. She will be deeply missed."
Mrs Windass, who had two children and two step-children, lived in Scunthorpe for 35 years before moving to Hull in 2012 when she married Mr Windass.Mrs Windass, who had two children and two step-children, lived in Scunthorpe for 35 years before moving to Hull in 2012 when she married Mr Windass.
Staff at North Lincolnshire Council, where she had worked for 18 years, were said to be "deeply saddened" by news of her death.Staff at North Lincolnshire Council, where she had worked for 18 years, were said to be "deeply saddened" by news of her death.
Chris Skinner, the council's head of communications, said: "She was a popular and well-respected member of staff who will be greatly missed."Chris Skinner, the council's head of communications, said: "She was a popular and well-respected member of staff who will be greatly missed."
Jim and Ann McQuireJim and Ann McQuire
Recently retired couple Jim and Ann McQuire are thought to have died in the shooting, a congregation at Abronhill Parish Church in Cumbernauld has been told.Recently retired couple Jim and Ann McQuire are thought to have died in the shooting, a congregation at Abronhill Parish Church in Cumbernauld has been told.
Mr McQuire, 66, and Mrs McQuire, 63, from Cumbernauld, North Lanarkshire, were heavily involved with the church, and prayers were said for them during Sunday's service.Mr McQuire, 66, and Mrs McQuire, 63, from Cumbernauld, North Lanarkshire, were heavily involved with the church, and prayers were said for them during Sunday's service.
Mr McQuire had volunteered with the Boys' Brigade locally. The 55th Edinburgh Boys' Brigade and Girls' Association has tweeted: "Really shocked to hear that Jim McQuire, BB officer with the 5th Cumbernauld and his wife Ann were killed in the Tunisia shootings. RIP."Mr McQuire had volunteered with the Boys' Brigade locally. The 55th Edinburgh Boys' Brigade and Girls' Association has tweeted: "Really shocked to hear that Jim McQuire, BB officer with the 5th Cumbernauld and his wife Ann were killed in the Tunisia shootings. RIP."
Mr McQuire had been due to attend a royal garden party at Edinburgh on his return from Tunisia.Mr McQuire had been due to attend a royal garden party at Edinburgh on his return from Tunisia.
His friend Andrew Eadie, who was preparing to attend the event with him, said: "I can't make sense of it, I just can't understand the logic of what they have done."His friend Andrew Eadie, who was preparing to attend the event with him, said: "I can't make sense of it, I just can't understand the logic of what they have done."
Trudy JonesTrudy Jones
Trudy Jones, 51, a care home worker from Blackwood in South Wales, has been named locally as one of those killed in the shooting.Trudy Jones, 51, a care home worker from Blackwood in South Wales, has been named locally as one of those killed in the shooting.
Gwent Police said Ms Jones was a divorced single mother of four on holiday with friends.Gwent Police said Ms Jones was a divorced single mother of four on holiday with friends.
Her family described her as their "beautiful mother" in a statement.Her family described her as their "beautiful mother" in a statement.
"Our mother of all people didn't deserve this, such a caring person who put everyone else before herself," they said."Our mother of all people didn't deserve this, such a caring person who put everyone else before herself," they said.
"Always willing to help others, she loved everyone around her including all of the people she cared for at work. She'll be missed by so many people. She was the rock of our family and kept us all going.""Always willing to help others, she loved everyone around her including all of the people she cared for at work. She'll be missed by so many people. She was the rock of our family and kept us all going."
The manager of the care home where she worked as an activity co-ordinator said residents and staff were in "terrible shock".The manager of the care home where she worked as an activity co-ordinator said residents and staff were in "terrible shock".
Shawkat Ilahi said: "She was a very popular member of the team. She was like a bottle of pop, very lively and always smiling."Shawkat Ilahi said: "She was a very popular member of the team. She was like a bottle of pop, very lively and always smiling."
Stuart CullenStuart Cullen
Suffolk Police confirmed that Stuart Cullen, 52, from Lowestoft, was among those who died in the attack.Suffolk Police confirmed that Stuart Cullen, 52, from Lowestoft, was among those who died in the attack.
"Mr Cullen was believed to have died instantly and was with his wife at the time," police said."Mr Cullen was believed to have died instantly and was with his wife at the time," police said.
"Mrs Cullen received injuries during the incident but has been able to return home to Suffolk where she is being comforted by close family and Suffolk Police family liaison officers.""Mrs Cullen received injuries during the incident but has been able to return home to Suffolk where she is being comforted by close family and Suffolk Police family liaison officers."
Police said the couple had one adult daughter, Emma, and said the family were "truly grateful for the compassion afforded to them" since Mr Cullen's death.Police said the couple had one adult daughter, Emma, and said the family were "truly grateful for the compassion afforded to them" since Mr Cullen's death.
Stephen MellorStephen Mellor
Stephen Mellor, 59, from Bodmin in Cornwall, was killed as he attempted to shield his wife Cheryl, 55.Stephen Mellor, 59, from Bodmin in Cornwall, was killed as he attempted to shield his wife Cheryl, 55.
Father Graham Minors, vicar of St Petroc's Church in Bodmin, told BBC Radio Cornwall a candle had been lit for the couple on Sunday morning.Father Graham Minors, vicar of St Petroc's Church in Bodmin, told BBC Radio Cornwall a candle had been lit for the couple on Sunday morning.
He said: "So many lives have been broken by all of this."He said: "So many lives have been broken by all of this."
Denis and Elaine ThwaitesDenis and Elaine Thwaites
Former Birmingham City Football Club player Denis Thwaites, 70, and his wife Elaine, 69, from Blackpool, were killed in the shooting on Friday.Former Birmingham City Football Club player Denis Thwaites, 70, and his wife Elaine, 69, from Blackpool, were killed in the shooting on Friday.
Their daughter Lindsey, and son-in-law Daniel Clifford, issued a statement through Lancashire Constabulary.Their daughter Lindsey, and son-in-law Daniel Clifford, issued a statement through Lancashire Constabulary.
They said: "Words can't express what all the family are feeling at this difficult time.They said: "Words can't express what all the family are feeling at this difficult time.
"We can say that both Lindsey and I flew to Tunisia with the help of the BBC and we can confirm that a positive identification was made by Lindsey of her mother and father Elaine and Denis."We can say that both Lindsey and I flew to Tunisia with the help of the BBC and we can confirm that a positive identification was made by Lindsey of her mother and father Elaine and Denis.
"We would like to take this opportunity to thank people on the ground in this horrendous situation."We would like to take this opportunity to thank people on the ground in this horrendous situation.
"It was extremely hard to find out any information beforehand but now we completely understand.""It was extremely hard to find out any information beforehand but now we completely understand."
The football club said: "We are deeply shocked and saddened by the death of former player Denis Thwaites and his wife Elaine in the Tunisian terrorist attack.The football club said: "We are deeply shocked and saddened by the death of former player Denis Thwaites and his wife Elaine in the Tunisian terrorist attack.
"Our thoughts are with Denis' family. The club also offers its condolences to all who are mourning loved ones due to this atrocity.""Our thoughts are with Denis' family. The club also offers its condolences to all who are mourning loved ones due to this atrocity."
Philip HeathcotePhilip Heathcote
Philip Heathcote, 52, who was on holiday in Tunisia with his wife Allison, 48, was killed in the attack, his brother-in-law Simon Boon has confirmed.Philip Heathcote, 52, who was on holiday in Tunisia with his wife Allison, 48, was killed in the attack, his brother-in-law Simon Boon has confirmed.
The couple, from Felixstowe in Suffolk, were due to celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary.The couple, from Felixstowe in Suffolk, were due to celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary.
"Philip originally comes from Manchester and I'm sure his family living there will want to pay their own tributes," Mr Boon said."Philip originally comes from Manchester and I'm sure his family living there will want to pay their own tributes," Mr Boon said.
"The thoughts of our family go out to them all as we together grieve for this awful loss.""The thoughts of our family go out to them all as we together grieve for this awful loss."
Mr Heathcote's wife is in hospital after being shot several times.Mr Heathcote's wife is in hospital after being shot several times.
THE INJUREDTHE INJURED
Britons are being treated at hospitals in Tunisia and in the UK.Britons are being treated at hospitals in Tunisia and in the UK.
Allison HeathcoteAllison Heathcote
Allison Heathcote, 48, is being treated for gunshot wounds. She had surgery in Tunisia on Saturday and she has been returned back to the UK by the RAF. Allison Heathcote, from Felixstowe, Suffolk, is in a critical condition at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham.
A spokesman for University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, which runs the hospital, said the 48 year old had undergone five hours of surgery after suffering multiple gunshot wounds - three to her torso and two to her right arm and shoulder.
The spokesman said: "Following surgery, Allison was transferred back to the Critical Care Unit and remains in a critical but stable condition, under sedation. Family members were visiting her this afternoon."
Mrs Heathcote also had surgery in Tunisia on Saturday and was returned back to the UK by the RAF.
She was stretchered from the scene of the shooting on a sunbed, her brother Simon Boon said.She was stretchered from the scene of the shooting on a sunbed, her brother Simon Boon said.
He said she was shot twice in her upper arm, which was "left shattered in 18 pieces", shot three times in her abdomen and shot twice in her side.
"Luckily these all missed her vital organs," Mr Boon said.
Cheryl MellorCheryl Mellor
Cheryl Mellor, 55, from Bodmin, Cornwall, was left with gunshot wounds to an arm and leg.Cheryl Mellor, 55, from Bodmin, Cornwall, was left with gunshot wounds to an arm and leg.
She has been airlifted out of the country and brought back to the UK by the RAF.She has been airlifted out of the country and brought back to the UK by the RAF.
Her husband Stephen Mellor was among those killed.Her husband Stephen Mellor was among those killed.
Mrs Mellor told the BBC that when the shooting started the couple huddled together, saying "I love you".Mrs Mellor told the BBC that when the shooting started the couple huddled together, saying "I love you".
Tony and Christine CallaghanTony and Christine Callaghan
Among the injured are Tony Callaghan, 52, and his wife Christine, 62, from Norfolk, who were on holiday.Among the injured are Tony Callaghan, 52, and his wife Christine, 62, from Norfolk, who were on holiday.
Mr Callaghan, who was shot in the knee, is a member of staff at Norfolk police. Mrs Callaghan was shot in the leg.Mr Callaghan, who was shot in the knee, is a member of staff at Norfolk police. Mrs Callaghan was shot in the leg.
Their injuries have required hospital treatment but are not life-threatening.Their injuries have required hospital treatment but are not life-threatening.
BBC correspondent Mark Lowen met the couple in hospital and saw the bullet holes in Christine's handbag.BBC correspondent Mark Lowen met the couple in hospital and saw the bullet holes in Christine's handbag.
Tom Richards, 22, has been interviewed by the Guardian. He said he came face-to-face with a gunman, and has picked up an ankle wound.Tom Richards, 22, has been interviewed by the Guardian. He said he came face-to-face with a gunman, and has picked up an ankle wound.
Mathew JamesMathew James
Gas engineer Mathew James from Trehafod, near Pontypridd, was shot three times and used his body as a shield to protect his fiancee Saera Wilson, 26.Gas engineer Mathew James from Trehafod, near Pontypridd, was shot three times and used his body as a shield to protect his fiancee Saera Wilson, 26.
He is recovering having been hit on the shoulder, chest and hip.He is recovering having been hit on the shoulder, chest and hip.
The 30-year-old, who later suffered a heart attack, has since been returned to the UK and is now "stable and comfortable" in hospital.The 30-year-old, who later suffered a heart attack, has since been returned to the UK and is now "stable and comfortable" in hospital.
In a statement, the couple thanked medical staff and all those who had sent messages of support, and said Mathew expected to be in hospital for another two weeks.In a statement, the couple thanked medical staff and all those who had sent messages of support, and said Mathew expected to be in hospital for another two weeks.
They added: "We both feel it's inappropriate to speak to the media about our ordeal until all of the British victims have been formally identified and repatriated back to the UK.They added: "We both feel it's inappropriate to speak to the media about our ordeal until all of the British victims have been formally identified and repatriated back to the UK.
"We think it would be disrespectful to be talking openly about how lucky we are, when other families have lost so much.""We think it would be disrespectful to be talking openly about how lucky we are, when other families have lost so much."
His plight has touched fellow gas engineers, who launched a fund-raising drive in honour of the father-of-two while he recovers from his injuries.His plight has touched fellow gas engineers, who launched a fund-raising drive in honour of the father-of-two while he recovers from his injuries.
Organiser Ian Spedding, 53, from Burnley, said donations had surpassed £6,300 in just a few hours.Organiser Ian Spedding, 53, from Burnley, said donations had surpassed £6,300 in just a few hours.
Ross Thompson and Rebecca SmithRoss Thompson and Rebecca Smith
The couple, from Coventry, are recovering after receiving shrapnel injuries.The couple, from Coventry, are recovering after receiving shrapnel injuries.
Mr Thompson told Sky News they fled and hid indoors when the attack started.Mr Thompson told Sky News they fled and hid indoors when the attack started.
"We managed to get the room barricaded, got down low and just hid," he said."We managed to get the room barricaded, got down low and just hid," he said.
His girlfriend, with a dressing on her injured chin, said she got separated from her partner and hid in the staff toilets with another woman and her son.His girlfriend, with a dressing on her injured chin, said she got separated from her partner and hid in the staff toilets with another woman and her son.
"We locked ourselves in and hoped for the best," she said."We locked ourselves in and hoped for the best," she said.
THE MISSINGTHE MISSING
People have been trying to find family and friends who may have been caught up in the attack.People have been trying to find family and friends who may have been caught up in the attack.
Angie and Ray FisherAngie and Ray Fisher
Angie, 69, and Ray Fisher, 75, are from Leicester.Angie, 69, and Ray Fisher, 75, are from Leicester.
Their son Adam Fisher, from Redhill in Surrey, has not spoken to his parents since they left for their holiday.Their son Adam Fisher, from Redhill in Surrey, has not spoken to his parents since they left for their holiday.
He told the BBC he felt "powerless" over the situation.He told the BBC he felt "powerless" over the situation.
"I've been in touch with the Foreign Office but they won't give any information out... I don't know what to do," he said."I've been in touch with the Foreign Office but they won't give any information out... I don't know what to do," he said.
John and Janet StockerJohn and Janet Stocker
The couple are from Crawley.The couple are from Crawley.
Sam Stocker has launched an appeal to find his grandparents and has spoken to media outlets.Sam Stocker has launched an appeal to find his grandparents and has spoken to media outlets.
The hashtag #FindJohnStocker has been trending on Twitter.The hashtag #FindJohnStocker has been trending on Twitter.
He tweeted: "If you're in #Tunisia #ImperialMaharba and you've seen this man, please let me know he's safe. #FindJohnStocker".He tweeted: "If you're in #Tunisia #ImperialMaharba and you've seen this man, please let me know he's safe. #FindJohnStocker".