'My heart is broken' - Family pay tribute to missing Bradford man found dead

The family of a missing Bradford man have paid tribute to him after police confirmed a body was found following a week-long search.

Barry Jarvis, 82, was last seen leaving his home in the Wibsey area of Bradford at around 7.15am on Saturday, October 10.

His disappearance prompted extensive searches and repeated appeals from both police and family members as concern grew for his welfare.

On Monday, police confirmed the tragic news of his death.

(Image: West Yorkshire Police)

'My heart is broken'

Paying tribute on social media, his granddaughter Coralee Jarvis said: "My heart is broken to announce my grandad Barry sadly passed away.

"Myself and our family want to thank each and every one of you for your kind words and support."

The family had spent more than a week appealing for information and sharing police appeals in the hope of finding Barry.

Pictures paint a portrait of a devoted family man

The photographs shared by Barry's family paint a picture of a much-loved grandfather and family man.

Barry pulls a funny face in a family photograph shared by relatives following his death. (Image: UGC)

One image shows Barry pulling a playful face for the camera, while others capture him enjoying time with relatives over the years, including family gatherings and quieter moments with loved ones.

Body found at Royds Hall Dam

West Yorkshire Police confirmed that officers searching for Barry discovered a body on Sunday morning.

A spokesperson said: "Officers searching for missing Barry, who was reported missing on Saturday 10 October from Bradford, have sadly found a body.

"At around 9.33am yesterday (Sunday 18 October) a body was found at Royds Hall Dam, Bradford.

"The death is not being treated as suspicious, his family has been informed and continue to be supported by officers at this time."

Community rallied behind search

Following Barry's disappearance, appeals were shared widely across Bradford and beyond.

Police had previously said he was known to walk in parks and public spaces around the Bradford and Kirklees border, including Royds Hall Dam, Wibsey Park, Harold Park, Spen Valley Greenway, Bierley Fishing Ponds and Cleckheaton Greenway.

The search prompted an outpouring of support from local residents, with many sharing appeals and messages of hope throughout the week.

Tributes have since been paid online, with people offering condolences to Barry's family following the announcement of his death.