THE funeral service took place at Gorleston Crematorium on January 7 for Madge Florence Ball of Orme House, Lowestoft who died on December 18 aged 98.The Rev Roy Wormald officiated.

THE funeral service took place at Gorleston Crematorium on January 7 for Madge Florence Ball of Orme House, Lowestoft who died on December 18 aged 98.

The Rev Roy Wormald officiated.

Mourners were, Richard Knights, Bridget Knights, Laura Bright, Daniel Ward, Suzanne Ward, Anne Dyson, Roger Dyson, Cynthia Lacey, Keith Lacey, Violet Cossey, Suzanne Chase, Pauline Bright, Rosi Parker, Stephanie Walker, Tony Walker, Christine Grimmer, Mr and Mrs Peter Parker, Margaret Oldman, Carol Daines, Sam Cole.

Floral Tributes were: Treasured memories of dear aunt Madge, rest in peace, all our love, Richard, Laura, Bridgett and Sue. Night night aunt Madge, lots of love Georgina. Respect for a great lady, Colin and Janie. Find your softest pillow Lord, lay her head upon, gently kiss her on the cheek and tell her who it's from, love Saun, Daniel and Amy. With fondest memories of aunt Madge, from Anne, Roger and Kathy. Happy memories of dear Madge, now free from suffering, sleep peacefully, love from staff and residents at Orme House, God bless you xxxx. In loving memory of dear Madge, a good barmaid and a very good friend, with fondest memories from David, Margaret and Kathriyn. With deepest sympathy and affectionate remembrance from neighbours and friends, from Ross, Christine and Geoff. Always in our hearts, with fondest memories, to Madge with our love Pauline and Leigh.

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

Special thanks to relatives and friends for their help in keeping Madge independent and more lately all staff at Orme House.

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

Funeral arrangements were by Critoph & Crowe, 49-55 Lorne Park Road, Lowestoft.