Tamara Ecclestone’s father-in-law dies: Socialite’s heartbroken husband Jay Rutland pays tribute to his beloved dad and says ‘it’s a day I worried about, that came sooner than I ever expected’
Tamara Ecclestone’s father-in-law David Rutland has passed away.
Her husband Jay Rutland, 41, shared the sad news of his dad’s passing on Instagram on Thursday, writing about how heartbroken he is. No cause of death was given.
Jay wrote: ‘Absolutely heartbroken writing this. A day I always worried about, but much sooner than I ever expected.
‘Dad, I love you and miss you more than you would ever realise. You loved my girls so much and I know how much joy it gave you seeing all the things they get up to.’
‘So often you would call me in disbelief having seen the latest thing Fifi had accomplished. I am so incredibly sad that they won’t get to see you again.
‘I think that’s what hurts the most. The little bond you already had with Riri makes my heart hurt.
Tamara Ecclestone’s father-in-law has died: Socialite’s heartbroken husband Jay Rutland, (pictured) took to Instagram on Thursday to pay tribute to his beloved dad, David (left)
Home is where the heart is: Jay shared this family snap along with his mother Marji and father, (right) wife Tamara (far left) and his daughters, Sophia, eight and Serena, two
Sad: Jay shared this touching post alongside a gallery of photos of his father
‘I am so glad we got to do the things we did together and I hope you knew how loved you truly were by all of your family.’
He continued: ‘You were a unique man, not one for much emotion or feelings but when I saw your IPad screensaver was Fifi last night it made me laugh and cry at the same time.
‘I now have an overwhelming sadness that you are gone but they say that grief is the price we pay for love. ❤️
‘God bless Dad, you are with Mark now and we will all meet again one day X.’
A host of famous friends took to the comments section to pay their respects.
Footballer Jack Wilshere wrote: ‘Sorry for your loss Jay. Thoughts with you.’
Musician Professor Green penned: ‘So sorry mate x’
Denise Van Outen’s ex Eddie Boxshall wrote: ‘Thinking of you jay and all your family . X.’
Throwback: Among the images Jay posted was his mother and father’s wedding photo
Family man: Jay had written: ‘You were a unique man, not one for much emotion or feelings but when I saw your IPad screensaver was Fifi last night it made me laugh and cry at the same time’
Jay said: ‘I am so glad we got to do the things we did together and I hope you knew how loved you truly were by all of your family’
Tamara and Jay married in June 2013 just six months after meeting. They have two daughters, Sophia, eight and Serena, two.
Jay lost his older brother Mark 22 years ago – the cause of death was not disclosed.
Jay previously recalled the anguish he felt when receiving the terrible news.
He previously said: ‘I was 19 at the time and I still remember exactly where I was when I took the call and the sudden feeling of complete helplessness and overwhelming sadness.
‘Life can be really s*** sometimes and it’s a reminder to spend time with the people you love the most. You just never know what’s around the corner. RIP Brother’.
Jay said: ‘Dad, I love you and miss you more than you would ever realise. You loved my girls so much and I know how much joy it gave you seeing all the things they get up to’ (pictured)
Loss: Jay lost his brother Mark, (pictured) 22 years ago – the cause of death was not disclosed