Family's 'eternal love' for Dorset aid worker killed in Gaza

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The wife of John Chapman says he was 'a fine example of a husband' and 'a really good human being”.

The family of a man who was killed in an Israeli air strike in Gaza say their love for him is “deep, endless and eternal”.

John Chapman, from Poole, Dorset, was part of the security team delivering food with World Central Kitchen .His wife, Tarnia, said he was "a fine example of a husband, of a father and of a really good human being”. The former soldier had been working for Solace Global as a security contractor escorting a food convoy.The charity said the victims were British, Polish, Australian, Palestinian and also included a dual US-Canadian citizen.Mr Chapman and his wife have three adult children.

Their daughter Fern, 24, said: “I will remember him as the best dad I could have ever asked for. There’s no one that compares to him and the love that he gave to all of us so, so strongly.” Spencer Chapman, John’s son, said “I’m conflicted with such a variety of emotions, from sadness to pain, to deep, deep anger.Mrs Chapman said: “I have been so blessed to have known his love, his strength, his kindness, his generosity, his loyalty, his humour. The list is endless.”Girl, 9, and her assistance dog shortlisted for awardDorset artists offer preview of Venice Biennale

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