Malaga workplace death: Tributes flow for experienced rigger Adrian Fariña Pacheco killed in a crane incident

A fundraiser for an experienced rigger killed in a Malaga crane incident has raised more than $20,000 for his devastated wife who has paid a heart-breaking tribute to her late husband. Expat Adrian Fariña Pacheco was working for AR Construction on the Marshall Road site when he was struck by a steel beam being lifted by the machine on Tuesday, July 2. The 59-year-old’s workmates and paramedics rushed to save him but he couldn’t be revived and died at the scene. In the wake of the tragedy, AR Constructions launched a fundraiser to assist his wife Alessandra D’Angi through the difficult time of making funeral arrangements. “A tragic fatality took you away from my life, leaving me along to wonder ‘why?’ You were a beautiful, good and generous person, who loved life, even in the dark times,” Ms D’Angi posted in an online tribute. “I really miss you so much. I didn’t think such a strong and intense pain existed but most of all, unexpected. “Now, you are definitely an angel beside God but at the same time, I know you are always here with me. I will never forget you. You will live forever in my heart.” Ms D’Angi described her mourning for her devoted husband as a “moment of great pain”. “I hope one day a sunrise will come to make me smile again,” she said. AR Constructions also contributed $5000 to the fundraiser and Glask Construction — the firm which managed the work site — donated $10,000. Friend Adam Briggs had described his late mate as remembered for his “heart of gold” and for being a “good Spanish bloke” on site. Mr Fariña Pacheco’s brother-in-law Jose Angel Exposito Garcia also gave tribute online, saying: “Today life gives us another stick. We will always remember you, one day we will see each other”. “We always think about you. Stay close to Alessandra. She loves you very much. You are always in our hearts. A big hug and kisses for all of us. You are here with us,” Loretta Speranza added. CFMEU WA State Secretary Mick Buchan was also among those to donate after expressing his “deepest condolences” in the wake of the incident. “While we continue our investigations, our thoughts go out to the family, friends and workmates of this unfortunate worker, who will carry this burden for the rest of their lives,” Mr Buchan said. Those who would like to donate can via their dedicated GoFundMe appeal. If you or someone you know is in need of support you can contact MATES in Construction WA via the 24 hour helpline on 1300 642 111.