Brendan McMillan, a rugby player in Blackheath, and his “beloved” dad Terry have been named as the victims of a quadruple stabbing in Long Lane yesterday (July 28).
Old Colfeians RFC wrote that Brendan “lit up every room he walked into, forever smiling, always cracking a joke and always full of life”.
It added that he would be missed “more than words can say” along with his “beloved”.
It wrote: “Yesterday, Old Colfeians lost a member of our family, one of the kindest, funniest, most genuine people you could ever meet.
“Brendan lit up every room he walked into, forever smiling, always cracking a joke and always full of life.
“His absence will be deeply felt for a long time to come.
“We will miss him more than words can say and we’ll always carry his memory with us.
“We are also mourning the loss of his beloved father, Terry, a long time supporter and sponsor of the club.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with their family and friends during this incredibly difficult time.
“Rest in peace, Brendan McMillan. Rest in peace, Terry McMillan.”
Brendan studied Sports Management at the University of Gloucestershire, with the university rugby team also paying its respects.
It added: “Everyone at UGRFC are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our former player Brendan McMillan and his father Terry.
“Brendan was a bright spark in the dressing room and in all aspects of life, and his kind and funny nature will be sorely missed by his friends, family, and teammates.
“We will forever remember him as an integral part of the UGRFC family.
“The club sends our deepest condolences to their family and friends at this extremely difficult time.
“Rest in peace Brendan and Terry McMillan”
Police were called to a business on Long Lane around 1pm where Terry, 58, died at the scene.
Three people were taken to hospital including 27-year-old Brendan, who later passed away.
The Telegraph has reported that the business was Trademark Group, a property developer operated by Terry and where son Brendan worked as the head of estates.
Two other people were injured in the attack with one facing life-threatening injuries.
The fourth, a 31-year-old British citizen, has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
His injuries are not life-threatening or changing.
Rosemary George, 59, told the Telegraph she has worked as a cleaner for the family for the last 14 years.
She said: “I watched Brendan finish secondary school. From secondary school, he went to college and then university for four years.
“He had a gap year in America. He did physical education and was good at rugby as well.
“I WhatsApped him yesterday at 3pm and there was no answer. I was calling the office and there was no answer.
“I didn’t know what had happened. I found out this morning. I have cleaned their house for almost ten years – twice a week at the house and here once every three weeks.”
“Terry doesn’t like taking pictures. He was a fair man. He has a daughter and three sons. He lived with his wife Sheron in Chislehurst. The daughter is in her 30s.
“The office has roughly seven or eight people working there. It’s not huge. Not all of them are family.
“I was worried because normally someone would always pick up the phone and nobody was picking up the phone.”
Detective Chief Superintendent Emma Bond, who leads policing for the area, said: “Our thoughts are first and foremost with the family and friends of the victims of this tragic incident.
“Our investigation continues at pace and we are working hard to understand the full circumstances.”
A crime scene remains in place at a nearby hotel where the suspect entered following the incident.
Speculation that the man was staying at the hotel is not accurate, the force said.
Anyone with information has been asked to call 101 or report it online.
