DENNIS “Danny” Hodson, passed away peacefully in the Walton Centre on December 13, aged 66, surrounded by beloved family and friends.

Mr Hodson, from Burtonwood, loved watching and participating in all sorts of Sport. He was an avid Manchester United and Warrington Wolves fan and liked the odd ‘flutter’.

Danny loved socialising and holidays, especially in Portsmouth with his devoted partner Brenda.

A larger than life character, Danny leaves 3 brothers (sadly brother Kevin passed in 2012), two sisters, two sons, three daughters and three grandchildren, by whom he will be very sorely missed.

A service was held at St Paul of the Cross Roman Catholic Church in Burtonwood on January 4, officiated by Father John and with a fitting tribute from his brother Pat and a poem from daughter Kelly. The final song was suitably “Oh Danny Boy”.

Arrangements were by Bill at Haydock Funeral Services.