Devastation struck a family in Bristol when a bricklayer, Paul Oakley, tragically lost his life in a work-related incident. Paul was crushed to death underneath a collapsing wall while working alongside his son at a site in Parrys Lane in Stoke Bishop. The heartbreaking incident occurred on September 4, 2024, as Paul and his son, Sam, were dismantling and rebuilding a stone wall. The devastated widow, Betty Oakley, described her late husband as ‘amazing’ and her ‘soul mate’, revealing the immense pain and loss she feels since his passing.
Betty Oakley, who had been married to Paul for 16 years, expressed her profound grief over the sudden loss of her husband. In an emotional tribute, she recalled the shock and emptiness she felt upon hearing the tragic news of Paul’s death. Betty highlighted Paul’s virtues as a husband and a father, emphasizing the irreplaceable void his absence has left in their lives. Seeking closure and answers, Betty has enlisted the support of lawyers from Irwin Mitchell to assist the family in understanding the circumstances surrounding Paul’s tragic demise.
An investigation into the incident is ongoing, with Irwin Mitchell’s specialist workplace accident lawyer, Ehlana Penwarden, working closely with Paul’s family. The legal team aims to uncover the details of the incident and provide the family with much-needed answers to help them come to terms with their loss. While acknowledging that nothing can fill the void left by Paul’s passing, the legal representatives are committed to providing support and guidance to the grieving family during this difficult time.
The tragic loss of Paul Oakley has deeply affected those who knew him, both personally and professionally. He was reportedly well-liked and respected by his colleagues at the building firm where he was working at the time of the incident. The company, Aztech Building Services, expressed shock and sadness over Paul’s untimely death and extended their condolences to his family. As investigations into the incident continue, both the company and the authorities are cooperating fully to ascertain the circumstances that led to the fatal accident.
The Oakley family, still reeling from the devastating loss of Paul, faces a long and challenging road ahead as they seek answers and closure. The memory of Paul Oakley, described as a dedicated husband and father, continues to live on in the hearts of those who knew him. As the investigation progresses, the family remains hopeful that they will gain the clarity they seek and honour Paul’s memory in the process. The support and sympathy extended to the Oakley family serve as a reminder of the impact of such tragic incidents on loved ones left behind.