Tributes paid to 'loveable' Edinburgh man found dead after not turning up for work
Tributes have been paid to a 'loveable' Scots man who was found dead after not turning up for work on Monday. Cops were alerted and found the body of Jimmy Meikle, 54, at the property in Buckstone, Edinburgh, on Tuesday December 13.
Richard owns his own trading company and took Jimmy on as an employee 16 years ago. Jimmy was rarely off or late for work, meaning his failure to show up on Monday immediately caused concern. "Police were called and sadly when we attended they put his door in and it was confirmed that he had sadly passed away. I’ve known Jimmy since I was 14. He doesn’t have much family so he’s been my main and protected employee."He continued: "He’s never been late, he’s never been off sick and he’s multi-skilled so unbelievably great at his job.
"Jimmy was only 54. Fit as a fiddle. He should’ve had 40 years left on this planet. It’s a huge shock. He truly was a gentleman and always had a kind word for all."One said: "No way! Wee Jimmy was an awesome wee dude, always put a smile on your face no matter the job."
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