TRIBUTES have been paid to an "exceptional" Flintshire farmer following his tragic death.
John Wynne Davies ran Trelan Farm, located in Cilcain - in the foothills of the Clwydian Range.
Known as Wynne, he was also a well-respected and very popular auctioneer at J Bradburne Price's livestock market in Mold town centre.
Wynne's passing was announced on Friday following a battle with illness - aged 38.
He was a loving husband to Catherine, and devoted father to Betrys, 8, Iori, 6 and Ani, 4.
"As a family we’ve been extremely touched by the outpour of love and support from our community," Catherine said.
"Wynne thoroughly enjoyed working at J Bradburne Price with James, Susie and the rest of the staff. He was the farmer’s friend and treated everybody the same, always friendly and genuine.
"Outside of work here at Trelan Farm, Wynne farmed alongside his parents Emyr and Sandra. Six years ago we diversified the business together and created a glamping site. Wynne worked tirelessly to make it a success and loved meeting the guests and showing them around the farm.
"More than anything, Wynne love to spend time with Betrys, Iori and Ani. The most devoted Dad who was so proud of his children.
"We always knew how special he was, one in a million, but we have been genuinely touched by all the messages we’ve received."
J Bradburne Price posted on Facebook saying: "It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our dear friend and colleague, John Wynne Davies.
"Wynne has been an enormous part of the firm for many years, having joined straight after graduating from Harper Adams in 2010, before he went on to qualify as a RICS Chartered Surveyor in 2014 and a Fellow of the Livestock Auctioneers Association in 2017.
"Over the years, he became a truly exceptional and hugely popular auctioneer, loved and respected by so many customers. He undoubtedly had a commanding presence on the rostrum.
"He also had exceptional knowledge as a land agent and surveyor and this together with his professionalism and integrity, earned him enormous respect throughout the farming community."
It continued: "Beyond his work, Wynne was an amazing, kind person, deeply devoted to his family. He leaves behind his loving wife, Catherine, children, Betrys, Iori and Ani, dad and mum, Emyr and Sandra, as well as his three sisters and many other family members.
"Wynne was a passionate farmer and loved spending time on the farm with his children.
"He will be missed by so many people, both professionally and personally but he will never be forgotten.
"Further details of the funeral arrangements to follow."
As a testament of Wynne's character, hundreds of people commented on the post expressing their sadness at the news, and passing on messages of condolence.
One person said: "Wynne was the best example of humanity we had on this planet, kind, mild tempered, family at his heart and generous to the core. He’s deeply missed in all our hearts."
Another added: "Such heartbreaking news. Wynne was such a kind, genuine person who would do anything for anyone."
A further commentor said: "Always a true gentleman and the best auctioneer. Fantastic lad. This is such sad news, my heartfelt condolences to all his family."
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