I was very saddened to read about the death of Stevie Mallon (Roofer dies after attack in Spain, Daily Echo, June 18).

I am an old friend from Scotland. I first met Stevie in 1981 when I shared digs with him in Edinburgh until 1982, during which time we became really close friends.

I would really appreciate your help to get in contact with Stevie’s family by publishing this letter with my contact details in hope that they respond.

My thoughts are with his family at this most sad and difficult time. Stevie was one in a million, whenever I felt down he could always make me laugh. I will never forget all the good times we shared.

Contact me on 0796 208 3050 or johnd28@hotmail.co.uk John Donald Munlochy Road, Drumoyne, Glasgow