Scouts form a guard of honour for Telford leader
The son of a Shropshire scout leader who died after falling from machinery paid tribute to "the greatest dad" at his funeral.
Stephen Greenaway, from Coalport in Telford, died at the age of 50 following the accident while working in Wales a fortnight ago.
His family, friends and representatives from the scouts came together at the Holy Trinity Church in Coalbrookdale yesterday to remember the "fearless and kind" scout leader.
Scouts held what the Rev David Shinton called a "touching guard of honour" outside the church as Mr Greenaway's coffin was brought into the church.
The small church was full of mourners, including scouts of all ages in full uniform.
In a tearful speech, his son Zach said: "My dad was very special, he was not just a father, he was also my best friend.
"I want to tell him that I love him, and I will always make him proud.
"We have so many happy memories which he gave to us. He was the greatest dad I could ever have."
Mr Greenaway's wife Belinda, said: "Stephen managed to fit in to 50 years what most fit into a lifetime.
"The hole in our hearts will never heal."
In a speech read out on his behalf, Mr Greenaway's brother, Ken, said: " He was willing to help everyone. He was the perfect brother.
"He didn't deserve to go so soon. They say time heals all wounds, but the pain of losing you will never go away."
Stephen's friends called him "amazingly active" and remembered times they spent together.
Reverend Shinton said he had been privileged to know Stephen personally.
The order of service at the funeral was designed to look like an Adventure Book for Boys, filled with images of Mr Greenaway taking part in outdoor activities.
As his coffin made its final journey out of the church while Father and Son by Cat Stevens played, once again the scouts stood to attention in their guard of honour in full regalia.
Mr Greenaway fell from machinery at Pembroke Dock port, where he had been working.
He was flown to the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff where he died. Scouting was described as his real passion, he was talked of as a dedicated troop leader.
On the back of the order of service was a quote from Eleanor Roosevelt: "Many people will walk in life, but only true friends will leave footprints in your heart." Stephen's family and friends spoke at the service of his love of the outdoor activities which included abseiling, kayaking, archery and scuba diving. His love of animals was another theme.
