A ROYAL Marine Commando who tragically died in a car crash has been pictured for the first time, as his family pays tribute.
Joshua Houghton, who was just 21, sadly died at the scene after a crash at around 2.30am on November 1.
It was a single car collision on the M48 in Wales, cops said.
The young man from Devon‘s family paid tribute to him today, describing him as an “adored son, brother, and friend”.
They said: “He adored his big brother, and always looked up to him, following him around like a shadow.
“With a smile for everyone and every situation, his love of life was infectious, and no outing was complete without some high adventure.
“With his growing interest in physical fitness and travel, and his passion and determination to always do the right thing, he soon found his true calling when he joined the Royal Marines, where the recruit tests are known to be the most difficult in the world. He smashed it to become an RM Commando in July and was stationed at 42 Commando.
“Having just completed his training, he was looking forward to learning more about his role as a Royal Commando with the same level of excitement, commitment, and enthusiasm that he had for everything.
“The four key words that the Royal Marines use to describe the personalities of those who dedicate their lives to protecting those in need, are courage, determination, cheerfulness, and unselfishness. These four words sum up just what made Joshua tick.”
The statement, released through Gwent Police, continued: “His friends described him as their inspiration; he felt like a brother to many, and he was known for his jokes and random facts that made his friends laugh.
“Joshua was someone who saw the good in everyone, and no matter what he faced, it was always with his massive smile and sense of humour. He was afraid of nothing, and his bold and enterprising skills were always at the forefront of everything he did, and he was always there to support his friends.
“Bucking the trend for social media fame, he rarely bothered with any of that, instead relying on the human bond of true friendship and commitment.
“He has left a gigantic hole in the lives of so many people, but also a legacy of human warmth, compassion and a deeply caring nature that will continue to be felt by everyone who knew him.”
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