""Our family is truly shocked and utterly heartbroken at the loss of our cherished son and devoted brother, Harley." "Harley's family described him as "a golden boy with an infectious smile". "A soul who left an unforgettable imprint on all who knew him," continued the tribute. "This shocking tragedy will leave a huge hole in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to have known him.""
""The crash happened on Old Birdlip Hill, A417, in Witcombe, near Gloucester at 14:30 BST on Thursday. Harley's father Stuart played more than 400 games for Nottingham Forest. He also lined out for Coventry, Newcastle, West Ham and Manchester City. The former electrician won 78 international caps and later managed Forest, Manchester City and the Great Britain team at the London 2012 Olympics. He also had a stint as England's caretaker manager.""
Harley Pearce, 21, from Marlborough in Wiltshire, died in a tractor crash in Witcombe, Gloucestershire. Police reported the tractor suffered a possible tyre blow-out. The crash occurred on Old Birdlip Hill, A417, near Gloucester at 14:30 BST on Thursday. Harley was the youngest of two children Pearce had with his ex-wife. His family described him as a golden boy with an infectious smile and praised his quiet strength, work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit in the farming industry. Stuart Pearce, Harley's father, has been informed and is being supported by specialist officers. Stuart won 78 international caps and played over 400 club games.
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