A beloved hair stylist passed away during a vacation with his fiancé, prompting an urgent appeal from family and friends to assist in repatriating his body.
Steven Hewitt, hailing from Glasgow, Scotland, was traveling abroad with his partner Dean Rowland, 41, who is the former partner of The Only Way Is Essex personality Harry Derbidge. Steven tragically died unexpectedly while on the trip, leaving his loved ones devastated. The exact cause of his death and the location where it occurred have not been disclosed.
Known as a remarkable individual who left a lasting impression everywhere he went, Steven was a cherished figure in his hometown. Dean shared the heartbreaking news on Facebook, emphasizing the substantial financial burden now faced by Steven’s family to bring him back home.
In a poignant tribute, Dean posted a cheerful photo of the couple, expressing his deep love for Steven and the profound loss he feels. A fundraiser initiated by Steven’s close friend Georgia McNulty aims to reunite him with his true home. The GoFundMe campaign has already surpassed its £22,000 goal, raising over £30,000 in a matter of hours, as reported by the Daily Record.
Describing Steven’s impact on others as one of kindness, humor, and generosity, Georgia emphasized the outpouring of love and support from those who were touched by him. The fundraiser seeks to ease the financial burden on Steven’s family and cover the expenses of bringing him back to Scotland, where he belonged.
Tributes flooded social media platforms, with followers expressing sympathy and recounting fond memories of Steven. Dean, reflecting on their joyful times together, thanked Steven for being his constant source of comfort and happiness.
The couple, who got engaged at the upscale Gleneagles Hotel last year, were in the midst of planning their wedding and home renovations. Dean shared emotional moments from their proposal, expressing overwhelming joy and anticipation for a lifetime of love and adventures together.
