The former presenter of BBC Radio Norfolk, Paul Barnes, died at the age of 85

Tributes were paid to the former radio and television presenter Paul Barnes, who died at the age of 85.

Barnes worked on the BBC radio network for many years, as well as the world service and local radio for the Eastern counties.

He was also the first newsbeat journalist at Radio 1 and his television credits included the village show, all go and folio, all for ITV.

His wife and his colleague broadcaster Helen McDermott said that Barnes lived a “full and colorful life”.

Barnes was born in Coventry in 1939.

He started his professional life in a photographic shop and then entered the media, starting first on the radio.

His career lasted decades, broadcasting in the BBC network radio stations.

He was also well known on BBC Radio Norfolk And presented on Anglia television in the early 90s.

“He loved life and whatever he does, television, radio or writing, he was a perfectionist,” said McDermott.

Robert Thompson, the main director of content production of the BBC, London and East, said that “the house was the east” in Barnes.

“His love of music has shone, and many will remember this enthusiasm reflected in its program” The Fire Paul Barnes “which has delighted so many listeners.”

David Clayton, who was the editor -in -chief of the BBC Radio Norfolk during Barnes time, said that his love for jazz was obvious.

“He has always been a big” words “with his writing,” he said.

“His colorful prose, especially on his beloved jazz music, was a joy to hear.

“His knowledge was vast and his passion for transmitting this to a faithful group of listeners sharing the same ideas for memorable radio shows.”

He continued: “Barnes put an end to each show in the same way with a happy ‘Pip Pip’. So ‘Pip Pip’ Barnsey. Thank you for good music.”