GEOFFREY Thomas Rudd died on December 20, aged 52.

Mr Rudd lived in the Warrington area all his life.

He had worked as a self-employed and contract builder.

Mr Rudd was an avid rugby fan and would watch all the games he could. In his younger days he had played for Thames Board.

He took a keen interest in history and nature and loved to socialise with friends and family.

Mr Rudd leaves two sisters, a brother and nieces and nephews.

A service was held on January 8 at Walton Lea, followed by cremation.

His ashes are to be interred on March 28 at Fox Covert.

Arrangements were made by Cheshire Funeral Services.