UK: Tributes flood in as sad news of Charlie Hicks' passing spreads

Twitter was full of condolences and tributes today, as the news that one of the UK's most loved fruit and vegetable legends had passed away. Charlie Hicks was most recently known for his hilarious market reports for Total Produce, but he had been in the business a long time and has been described as inspirational, a wonderful character and a fine gentleman.

nick matthews‏ @totalbristol
As friends and colleagues of @totalcharlie we are devastated to learn of his peaceful passing earlier today. His passion for produce was a shining example to all. Here’s a little reminder why everyone @TotalProduceUK loved working with him so much

Dan Bush TP Bristol
‏To one of my favourite people I ever had the pleasure of working with, @totalcharlie you made my world so much more entertaining. You Jolly funny bugger! RIP dude, much love you to you and your family.

Cabrito
In the early days of Cabrito @totalcharlie called to share a list of chefs he thought would buy goat. So kind & so generous. Everyone who knew him has a story like that, which says it all.

Dan Lepard
Our friend @charliehicksveg #charliehicks, very sorry to write, died yesterday. I bought a perfect pomegranate this morning & opened it in his name. Chefs everywhere thank Charlie for his encouragement & help. Say his name out loud as you work in your kitchens.. sleep well matey

Severn & Wye
‏Fruit and Veg has lost a legend, here are some special Charlie moments....... R.I.P

FrenchGardenBristol
‏We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our former colleague Charlie Hicks this morning. Our thoughts go out to his wife and family at this sad time.