Scores of mourners lined Blackpool promenade today for a parade in memory of a young boy who died after being struck by lightning on a football pitch.
Jordan Banks, 9, was having a private training session with a coach and a few friends when a thunderstorm hit in the Lancashire town on Tuesday.
In a tribute on Wednesday, his heartbroken family described him as "the brightest star" and a "beautiful boy".
Jordan's father was sitting just yards away when he was injured during the sudden storm, a family friend said.
Today Blackpool promenade was flooded with people waving Liverpool FC scarves and flags in memory of the young Reds supporter.
Cars and vans were painted with footballs, signs and messages for Jordan, with one reading: "FLY HIGH JORDAN".
Another said "JORDAN BANKS #7", a reference to his number at Clifton Rangers' Junior FC under nines team, where he used to play.
Vehicles made their way down the road in convoy as part of the procession.
Matt Banks, Jordan's grief-stricken dad, revealed last week that his son had saved three lives by choosing to donate his organs.
"Jordan was and is the most amazing little person," Matt said in a post on Facebook.
"He had the biggest heart and would do anything for anyone, and when parents say they have the best kid ever, he GENERALLY was the best ever and if I ever could of asked for a perfect child that was my Jordan.
"I couldn’t of been prouder of him always putting other people himself, such a selfless little person.
"Even now his kindness has meant that 3 other children may be able to live as he always told us he wanted to be able to help other people if he could so was a donor and has donated which we know will be what he wanted."
Liverpool players paid tribute to Jordan on Thursday by warming up in "JORDAN 7" shirts before facing Manchester United at Old Trafford.
The team's vice-captain Jordan Milner shared a special message for the young fan, having previously praised him for doing some incredible fundraising for charity.
Alongside a picture of a beaming Jordan, Milner posted on Twitter: "A special boy taken far too soon. RIP Jordan, YNWA."
Milner had been in touch with Jordan in January after the nine-year-old ran 30 miles to raise £2,500 for a mental health group.
Jordan had chosen to take on the challenge after his beloved uncle took his own life in 2018.
After Jordan's death pictures emerged of him leaving sweets and chocolate on police vehicles to cheer up 999 workers during the pandemic.
His family said in their statement: "Yesterday our worlds stopped. We lost the brightest star, our beautiful boy Jordan.
"His laugh, that infectious smile, golden curls, he was our everything. Wise beyond his years, caring, considerate, generous and so loving.
"Our love is endless. Goodnight beautiful boy. We thank you all for your kind words and support but as a family ask that you respect our wishes and privacy.”
Police have said that although enquiries are ongoing, it is believed Jordan was struck by lightning and died in hospital a short time later.
