Chris Carberry has died after a long battle with cancer

Chris, from Rainford, was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer, osteosarcoma in December 2015.

During his fight with the disease, which started at the age of 19, former bricklayer Chris had his left leg amputated in March 2016 – a decision he described at the time as “leg or life”.

Chris’ cancer journey has seen him blog about these experiences, writing words that have inspired others.

This contributed to him winning the Pride of St Helens Courage Award.

However, after four and a half years fighting cancer and raising money for alternative treatments abroad, his family today announced he had died in Willowbrook Hospice.

Announcing the news on his Facebook page, The Next Step for Chris, they said: "Family, Friends and Supporters, "Today Chris' fight ended as he died peacefully earlier today in Willowbrook Hospice.

"Each and every one of you meant so much to him and we hope he inspired you as much as he did us - to face your fears and your demons like the strong lion he was.

"Chris' mantra throughout his 4 and a half year dance-off with cancer was to stick two fingers up and say **** IT. He carried this mentality with him to the very end."

They went on to ask people to share pictures and memories of Chris on his page.