A GRIEVING family from Bracknell turned on their Christmas lights in memory of their brother who died three years ago.
Dan Elkington from Priestwood held a switch on event with his family on November 1 to commemorate his brother Alex who died in October 2016.
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The 28-year-old said: "It means a lot to my family. As my brother was disabled, my mum and dad had to care for him 24/7 so they seem lost without him.
"Holding a Christmas switch on gives them something to look forward to each year and gives them a bit of hope."
Alex had cerebral palsy and was 22 when he died.
He was described by his brother as a "happy" person who was always "smiling and never crying".
Ever since his death, the family have been brought together and are a lot closer.
Dan said: "Alex loved Christmas, it's a magical time and everyone always comes together at this time of year.
"Last week, we held a switch on event as it was the anniversary of his death on the 19th but we want to hold another one to raise awareness."
In recent years, there have been up to 40 people turn up to support the family and watch the Christmas lights.
Residents have also made donations to Make A Wish charity, which granted Alex his dying wish to visit Disneyland Paris.
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