THE funeral service took place at Gorleston Crematorium on Wednesday, December 23, for Mrs Irene Myrtle Butcher, of Lowestoft, who died on December 10, aged 96.

THE funeral service took place at Gorleston Crematorium on Wednesday, December 23, for Mrs Irene Myrtle Butcher, of Lowestoft, who died on December 10, aged 96.

Captain Paul McDonough officiated.

Mourners were: John Butcher senior (son), Sharon, Lynda and John junior (grandchildren), Lorraine, Michelle, Hayley and Matthew (great grandchildren), Pat Calver and family, Raymond and Hazel George and family, Len Houghton, Jean Difford, many other family members, friends and work colleagues also attended.

The family of Mrs Irene Butcher wish to thank all relatives and friends for their many kind expressions of sympathy and the beautiful floral tributes received.

Special thanks to: Timothy and Jonathan for the readings and to Bridie for the lovely refreshments.

Will all please accept this as the only but most sincere acknowledgment.

Funeral arrangements were by R Rivett Ltd, 15 Carlton Road, Lowestoft.