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The former employers of Chris Rice, who died in a car crash in Co Down on Wednesday, are paying their respects in a very unique way.

Chris, from Killyreagh, died after a crash between a car and a tractor on Wednesday.

His funeral took place today in St Mary's Star of the Sea Church in Killyeagh.

Posting a poignant tribute on Facebook, Slim's Kitchen, where he worked, have also named a smoothie after Chris, from which all proceeds will go to MacMillan Cancer Support for the next week.

The moving post on the businesses Facebook page read:

"Earlier this week we lost a a member of the Slims family, a colleague and a friend. Hand on heart I don't think I'll ever meet a more inspiring, genuine and loveable person like Chris, a model of positive attitude and perseverance.

"An immediate friend to everyone who had the pleasure of meeting him and an all round top bloke.

"Our juice of the week next week has been named after him and all proceeds will be donated to MacMillan Cancer Support, the family's chosen charity."

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