Elderly couple who fell 180ft to their deaths left heartbreaking note View Image

The family of an elderly couple who tragically fell 180ft to their deaths following his courageous fight with cancer have said the pair were "completely devoted to each other". David, 80, and Susan Jeffcock, 74, embarked on what they knew would be their final journey together, walking from their flat with harbour views, up the steps towards the clifftops overlooking the town.

They had left a note at their Whitby home for their solicitor. They paused briefly at the summit of East Cliff before holding hands and stepping over the edge, according to the Daily Mail.

David had been battling bone cancer and was worn down by the relentless pain it caused - and his wife of 52 years simply couldn't bear the thought

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