John Desmond, a former Wyre Forest District Council councillor, has died. He represented Broadwaters ward in Kidderminster between 2015 and 2018 as a Conservative party member.
His son, Nathan Desmond, currently serves on Wyre Forest District Council as cabinet member for operational services.
Council tributes
Councillor George Connolly, Chairman of Wyre Forest District Council, said: "On behalf of everyone at Wyre Forest District Council, I would like to extend my sincere condolences to John's family and friends at this very sad time. Our thoughts are especially with his son, Councillor Nathan Desmond, and all those who knew and loved him."