Sydney shark attack victim Simon Nellist’s family pay tribute to ‘wonderful human being’ with ‘passion for nature’

THE family of the Brit killed in a shark attack in Sydney have paid tribute to a “wonderful human being” with a “passion for nature”.

Simon Nellist, 35, was attacked by a 15ft great white shark as he trained for a charity ocean swim in the sea off Sydney.

Simon Nellist was killed in a shark attack in Sydney

The RAF hero’s family have paid tribute, describing him a “wonderful human being” and “very talented photographer”.

According to the BBC, they said: “Simon was a gentle, kind and wonderful human being. He was a cherished fiancée, son, brother, uncle and friend.

“Simon was funny, compassionate and always had time for people.

“He had a rare gift of instantly being able to connect with others, gaining their trust and respect.”

Mr Nellist’s family said he was a “proud Cornishman” who had made Australia his home with his fiancée Jessie.

They said: “Simon had a great passion for nature and the sea, as well as being a very talented photographer.”

The devastated family said they were very proud of him and would “miss him terribly”.

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