MOVING tributes have been paid at a memorial service celebrating the life of Kyle Vaughan, four years after he went missing.

Friends shared fond memories of the Newbridge man, at an emotional service at St John’s Church, in Newport, where there was laughter as well as tears.

A presumption of death certificate was issued to his family by a High Court judge in October last year.

Stories about Mr Vaughan losing money on fruit machines, having some of the “worst tattoos in South Wales”, and his football trivia knowledge were fondly remembered during the touching service.

Also remembered was Mr Vaughan’s selfless nature, and the fact he was always willing to help his friends or on the end of a telephone.

His friend, Rob Green, said: "He was genuinely one of the most selfless people I have ever met.

“He was the type of person who if he had £5 in his wallet would try to give you £6.

“He was warm, selfless, funny, charming and kind.”

Another friend, Jake Webb, described Mr Vaughan as a “loving person”, while a poem was read out by friend Nia George, who also shared memories of their friendship.

The Rev William Ingle-Gillis said Mr Vaughan was a young man who loved life, and invited the service to raise a glass in celebration.

He also said Mr Vaughan could still come home, but there comes a time when a family wants to hold a service to pay tribute.

Mr Vaughan left home for the evening on December 30, 2012, and was never seen again.

His silver Peugeot 306 was found abandoned on the A467 between Risca and Crosskeys after a suspected crash.

Two men from Blackwood were arrested in January 2013, following the launch of a murder investigation over his disappearance, but they were released in February that year with no further action.

The police continue to appeal. 

Call 101, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, with any information.