Ripon firm Econ Engineering has paid tribute to its “much-loved” sales director Andrew Lupton, who has died.
In a statement this morning, Econ said Mr Lupton had died “suddenly and unexpectedly” yesterday.
Mr Lupton, 56, ran the second-generation family business alongside his brother and co-director Jonathan Lupton and finance director Bev Shepherd.
The statement added:
“His untimely death has come as a terrible shock, and will take some time for us to come to terms with.
“Our thoughts at this incredibly sad time go out to his family and all those who knew Andrew, either professionally or personally.
“Andrew worked with immense passion and enthusiasm. It was his drive and determination that helped grow Econ into the business it is today.”
The company has set up a JustGiving page in Mr Lupton’s memory for people to pay tribute. The money raised will go to Harrogate Hospital & Community Charity.
The JustGiving page says the intensive care unit at Harrogate District Hospital cared for Andrew in his final hours.
Econ is the UK’s leading manufacturer of gritters and highway maintenance vehicles.
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