THE funeral took place recently of George Boden, formerly of Greenbank and Castle, Northwich who died on January 20, aged 88.

A well loved uncle and great uncle, George was cremated at Altrincham Crematorium, where his immediate family and friends attended a celebration of his life.

This included service in North Africa and Italy in the last great war, as a gunner in the Army and a lifetime of work as a master painter and decorator.

George also appreciated the time spent at Leftwich Daycare Centre with the assistance of the individual carers, who helped to increase the quality of his life during the last few years.

Arrangements by Nagle Brothers, Acton Bridge.