RONALD Bishop, husband of May Bishop, died on February 8, aged 83.

Mr Bishop, from Grappenhall, was born in Thelwall.

He was employed as a steel worker at Monks Hall and Rylands, a post man and worked as a ferry man on Thelwall Ferry.

He saw two years National Service.

Mr Bishop taught Thelwall Juniors swimming, was a member of Warrington diving team and was a former North Cheshire swimming champion.

He also enjoyed darts and snooker.

Mr Bishop leaves a daughter, two sons, six grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren.

A service was held on February 24 at All Saints Church, followed by cremation at Walton Lea.

The Rev D Black officiated.

Arrangements were made by P J Lundy.