Adam took his own life following the death of his wife, Lucy
Tributes have been paid to a ‘devoted’ and ‘kind’ dad-of-three who took his own life after the death of his wife.
Adam Thompson, 39, was found dead at home in Mulbarton, Norfolk, by his own dad on October 10.
His death came four months after that of his beloved partner of 11 years, Lucy, 44, who had battled breast cancer for five years.
Norfolk Coroner’s Court heard how his life had ‘hit an all-time low’ when coming to terms with the unexpected loss of another close family member, as well as his pet dog, at around the time of his wife’s death.
It was revealed that the former police officer killed himself using his wife’s cancer medicine, with the medical cause given as cocaine and opioid toxicity.
Adam had run the Reality Estate Agent firm in Norwich with Lucy prior her death last June.
Adam cared for his late wife during her battle with cancer
A moving tribute from his family read out at the inquest said he was ‘devastated’ when she finally lost her battle with cancer and did not know what to do with himself.
It said: ‘He said he had lost his wonderful wife, best friend, and rock, and became depressed. He did not seem able to accept help and he was not himself.
‘Adam was so devastated with losing his wife. He would say he did not know how to go on without Lucy. He just wanted to be with her.’
In the tribute, he was described as ‘loving, kind, and caring’ and a ‘devoted dad, son, brother, and husband.’
It added: ‘He was very much loved by all, and he always had time for everyone and had many, many friends.
‘Adam worked very hard, played hard, and always took great care of himself working and going to the gym. Adam enjoyed playing and watching sports. He especially enjoyed playing golf.
‘Adam was devoted to his wife, Lucy, throughout their 11 years together.
‘Adam and Lucy were totally devoted to each other, and Lucy was everything to Adam.
‘Lucy became ill with cancer and Adam supported Lucy throughout her long five-year battle with cancer.’
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