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Jamie Roberts

Tom Parker's wife announces plan for 'private celebration of life' for singer

The wife of late singer Tom Parker has announced she is planning a "private celebration of life" for her husband.

Kelsey Parker, who shares daughter Aurelia and son Bodhi with The Wanted star, told her Instagram followers her plans on Tuesday after the world was left devastated following his death at the end of last month.

The musician passed away at the age of 33 after a long battle with a brain tumour.

Sharing her words on a black backdrop with white text, Kelsey, 32, wrote: "Thomas Anthony Parker. There will be a private celebration of life on Wednesday 20 April.

"We know many of you would like to pay your respects as well, so would love for you to join us in Petts Wood at 10 am.

"It would be beautiful to have everyone line the route as we head to our private service."

Tom Parker with his wife Kelsey and their two children (Kelsey Parker/Instagram)

She concluded her message saying: "You are then welcome to join us outside the church for the duration where the service will be relayed on screens. Love Kelsey."

A host of celebs posted love heart emojis in the comments section in response to the message.

Those doing so included chef Steph Elswood, actress Louisa Lytton and blogger Gemma Bird.

Fans also take to the post to share messages of support. One user wrote: "Gosh, you are an amazing and strong woman."

A second said: "You are an absolute beacon of light. I just know that you feel Tom's love wrapped around you every single day."

Tom was first diagnosed with a tumour in 2020 and was given 12-18 months to live after being told by doctors it was inoperable.

He was determined to fight until the very end and had been receiving treatment for stage four glioblastoma.

His death was confirmed by Kelsey in a heartbreaking Instagram statement last week as she wrote: "It is with the heaviest of hearts that we confirm Tom passed away peacefully earlier today with all of his family by his side.

Kelsey's Instagram post on Tuesday (Kelsey Parker/Instagram)

"Our hearts are broken, Tom was the centre of our world, and we can't imagine life without his infectious smile and energetic presence.

"We are truly thankful for the outpouring of love and support and ask that we all unite to ensure Tom's light continues to shine for his beautiful children."

Following the news of Tom's devastating passing, his bandmates also released an emotional statement as they described the dad-of-two as their 'brother'.

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