Ben Booth was 46 when he was killed
A 'brilliant' Lancaster University worker died after falling from a kayak in the River Lune last year, an inquest heard today .
The other man, Mr Da Silva, was pulled from the water by rescue teams. An inquest opening at Preston Coroners Court heard how Ben, 46, was later found further down the weir.Ben had been part of the university's marketing team for nearly four years and was a popular member of staff. A spokesperson for the uni said: "His loss came as a shock to us all. He will be sincerely missed, and our thoughts are particularly with his family and friends at this difficult time.
A spokesperson for British Rowing said: "We share our deepest sympathies with Lancaster John O'Gaunt Rowing Club and its members following the tragic loss of their fellow rower Ben Booth. Our thoughts are with Ben's friends and family."
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