Following the death of a much-loved and respected man who died while helping at an event supporting Tŷ Hafan children's hospice two community events have been cancelled.

John Lewis from JPL Sound & Communications and The Barry Music Shop died while working at the Barry Dark Run event organised by the hospice, which has paid tribute to the huge contribution he made to it.

The event was subsequently cancelled as a mark of respect, as was the Swansea Dark Run.

A spokesperson from Tŷ Hafan said: "Our entire Tŷ Hafan family is so sad at the passing of John.

"He was a lovely man, a fount of knowledge in his field, and a great friend to our charity. He will be sorely missed.

"Our thoughts and deepest condolences to his family and friends. RIP John and thank you."

A statement from the Barry Music Shop said: "For many decades John has provided sound stage and lighting for countless amount of people throughout Wales and England

"John was integral to shows that stretch back as far as the horse and flower show that used to be held in Romily Park, and right through until his passing yesterday he was providing stage sound and lighting for Ty Hafan on Barry Island.

"With all of his experience and knowledge he was always keen to help new events such as Cadstock Rhoose Summer Music festival and GlastonBarry as they were starting up offering advice and also equipment.

"It is only now as I sit here and write this that I realise the magnitude of the empire that he built.

"The list would be far too long to write about all of the things that John was involved with but trust me when I say there are very few people that did what John did.

"He will be greatly missed by the town he loved and provided so much for

"And even though he was our boss he was also our friend.

"You will be greatly missed John. Rest in peace."