Mr John Owen Penn, husband of Mrs Irene Penn, died on May 2, aged 81.

Mr Penn, of Prestbury Drive, Thelwall, was born in London and had lived in the Thelwall area for 43 years.

During the Second World War he served in the RAF, then worked as a qualified watchmaker, before becoming a long distance lorry driver. On retirement he helped his son in the local newsagents.

He leaves his wife, a son, three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was pre-deceased by his eldest son.

A service was held on May 7 at Walton Lea, followed by cremation.

Arrangements were made by Co-operative Funeral Services.