CAMERON Hutchinson’s inspirational journey has come to an end with his death at the age of 24. 

When Cameron, of Frederick Thomas Road in Cam, was diagnosed with cancer at the end of last year he launched a fundraising campaign in support of others in the same situation. 

Through a number of events, many of which were on his bucket list, he raised more than £26,000 for charities for people with cancer.

Cameron's death last Friday has shaken Cam and Dursley, sparking an outpouring of grief and tributes.

His mum Rebecca Noble said: “He put up a brilliant fight and never moaned once. I couldn’t be prouder of my son and I’m glad we were able to care for him right until the end.

“He couldn’t have had better care from friends and family and he has left a great big gap, as he never shut up.

“He was such an inspiration for so many people and it’s so overwhelming how many people cared.

“I have never seen Facebook so full of tributes. He was loved by many. And he still makes me so proud."  She added: “Thank you to everyone for supporting us all the way through from the first fundraiser to where we are now.”

Cameron was first diagnosed with skin cancer, which soon spread to his spine. 

He quickly transformed the devastating situation into an opportunity for good, coupling achieving his bucket list goals with raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support, Paul’s Place and Cancer Research. 

The fundraising began with an event in February, in which Cameron, his friends, family and supporters travelled on quad bike, horseback and foot, from Newbrook Farm, in Uley, to Dursley town centre. 

Kat Ives and Cheralyn Willcox-Ives run Newbrook Equestrian Centre.

Cameron would help out at the centre, which helped add some purpose to his final months, and the couple were involved in a number of Cameron’s fundraisers. 

In a joint statement, the couple said: “We were lucky enough to have met this incredibly brave young man and we were extremely proud to call him our friend.

“He lived the last few months of his life without a moan or a complaint, doing as much as he could with the time he had left.

“He was surrounded by amazing friends and family who were there for him all the way.

“If knowing Cameron taught us anything it is that life can be so fragile, and that above anything else we should all live our lives to the full and seize every opportunity that comes our way, but most importantly do it with a smile on our faces.”

Kayleigh Brown said: "Cameron was my friend he would always meet me at The Yew Tree and we would play pool together and have a laugh he was always there when I needed a friend and I was for him. 

"He was so brave, fun and just a lovely person to be around. I will never forget the times we had and I will keep them close to my heart."

Michele Barnes said: "An inspiration to all he touched. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. Another angel in the sky."

Cheryl Jenkins said: "Cam met everyone at Newbrook in February this year at the start of his fundraising. He fell in love with the horses - Murphy and George in particular.

"He spent many hours up the farm with the girls and as a result we all fell in love with him."

Jessy Jane Lyons-Lynch said: "Cameron was truly an amazing person, and no matter what he was always there to cheer you up and put a smile on you're face. I'm gonna miss his cheeky smile.

"Sleep tight angel."

Georgina Jones wrote a poem in Cameron's memory.

It reads: "Those special memories of you will always bring a smile,

"If only we could have you back

"For just a little while. 

"Then we could sit and talk again 

"Just like we used to do.

"You always meant so much, 

"And always will do too.

"The fact you are no longer here 

"Will always cause us pain, but you're forever in our heart 

"Until we meet again... 

"Forever miss and love you, Cameron. Keep smiling"

Antonio Giuliano said: "Even though I didn't know Cameron personally, it was a great pleasure to have helped him raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support and I know it touched quite a few of us in Tesco, Cam.

"May he be remembered for all the great fundraising he did. What an achievement." 

Cameron’s funeral will be held in St James’ Church on Friday, November 27, at 11am, followed by the cremation at Westerleigh Crematorium at 1.45pm. 

Men are asked to wear black trousers and shoes but any shirts are acceptable (e.g. football or rugby shirts) if they are significant or represent a connection to Cameron.