It was reportedly attended by 90 people.
at a small funeral which was reportedly attended by 90 close friends and family and followed by a wake held at the local pub.
The intimate send-off was held at St Michael’s Church, in Bray, Berkshire. A scarf of football team Barnsley FC – who he supported – was placed on his coffin, alongside a cricket cap to recognise the late star being a big fan of the game, according to reports. Barnsley group The Grimethorpe Colliery Band were also said to have performed the theme tune from his TV talk show Parkinson, on which he interviewed several high-profile celebrities, including the likes of Muhammad Ali,Afterwards, the attendees headed to The Hind’s Head pub in the village to celebrate his life, with two bouncers ensuring it remained private.
Songs by Frank Sinatra, Parkinson’s favourite singer, played in the background as mourners shared stories of the star’s glittering career.: ‘It was a very dignified send-off for a man who remained understated and classy to the end.‘Everyone was in good spirits remembering him and his achievements. It was perfect.’last month from a short illness, which came eight years after he was given the all-clear after prostate cancer.
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