Mr William (Bill) Seed, husband of Mrs Joyce Seed, died on May 3 of a heart attack. He was 76.

Mr Seed, of Parkdale Road, Paddington, lived in Warrington all his life.

He was last employed as a chemical supervisor for Laporte Chemicals until retirement, and saw active service in the Medical Corps during the Second World War.

Mr Seed enjoyed caravanning holidays and holidays abroad, golf, gardening, and was a keen supporter of Manchester United.

He leaves his wife, a daughter, two granddaughters and two great-grandchildren.

A service was held on May 13 at Walton Lea, followed by cremation. The Rev Ron Percival officiated.

Donations were sent to the British Diabetic Association.

Arrangements were made by Knox & Son.