THE family of late EastEnders legend Tony Caunter have paid poignant tribute following the actor’s tragic death.
The star, who played Roy Evans in the beloved soap, passed away yesterday aged 88.
And the late actor’s family have released a statement celebrating their “hugely loved father”.
A statement from Caunter’s family to the PA news agency said: “It is with enormous sadness that we bring the curtain down on our wonderful and hugely loved father, Tony Caunter, who died peacefully yesterday evening, just eight days after his beloved wife of 63 years, Fran, also passed away.
“Dad was 88 years old.
“After a long and fulfilling life on and off screen and stage, Tony leaves a daughter and three sons, seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
“He will be missed by all.”
The family added: “We would like to thank the NHS staff at Eastbourne District General Hospital for their incredible care during his final hours, and to everyone at Eastbourne Gardens nursing home for the care and compassion they have given dad over the past two months.”
EastEnders Tony Caunter has sadly died aged 88 just eight days after his wife Fran tragically passed away[/caption]
