Obituary

Mr Ward, right, who was Head of King’s Ely from 1970 to 1992, with principal John Attwater

King’s Ely pays tribute to “inspirational” former headmaster Hubert Ward

Over 100 motorbikes and vehicles joined the funeral procession through Littleport or father-of-two Bradley Roberts.

Over 100 motorbikes and vehicles joined the funeral procession through Littleport or father-of-two Bradley Roberts.

Huge turnout for funeral of Littleport dad -a "sight to behold" says widow

Walter Bebbington - 1928- 2023.

Walter Bebbington - 1928- 2023.

Tribute paid to former Ely mayor and community stalwart Walter Bebbington

Russell Jones, who was killed in a crash on the A505, with his family

Russell Jones, who was killed in a crash on the A505, with his family

Tributes paid to 'devoted husband and father' killed in A505 crash

Anthony Day of Wicken exhibited at The Old Fire Engine House in Ely for 54 years.

Anthony Day of Wicken exhibited at The Old Fire Engine House in Ely for 54 years.

Family and friends remember 'fine painter' Anthony Day

Christine Bushell, known as 'Chris', grew up in Cambridge before moving to Burwell where she had numerous roles.

Christine Bushell, known as 'Chris', grew up in Cambridge before moving to Burwell where she had numerous roles.

Daughter remembers outgoing Chris who 'had wicked sense of humour'

Andrew Cowan of Stretham studied a geography degree in Cambridge before moving onto a PhD in glaciology in the city.

Andrew Cowan of Stretham studied a geography degree in Cambridge before moving onto a PhD in glaciology in the city.

Wife pays tribute to academic Andrew 'fascinated by the world'

Peter Gipp of Sutton served in the RAF and was known to be Ely's first traffic warden.

Peter Gipp of Sutton served in the RAF and was known to be Ely's first traffic warden.

Grandson pays tribute to 'gentleman' and history-maker Peter

Martin Pate worked as a farmer and, as well as playing both football and cricket in his home village of Witcham, was also a keen dancer.

Martin Pate worked as a farmer and, as well as playing both football and cricket in his home village of Witcham, was also a keen dancer.

Son remembers farmer Martin who 'liked lending a hand' to others

Karen Faulkner's (L) mum, Elaine (R) said her daughter had a

Karen Faulkner's (L) mum, Elaine (R) said her daughter had a

Mum remembers ‘caring’ daughter who ‘always thought of others’

Billy Davies acted as

Billy Davies acted as

Wife pays tribute to fishmonger and 'lifeline' Billy

Barrie Bushell was a lifelong model engineer who, in the words of daughter Judith,

Barrie Bushell was a lifelong model engineer who, in the words of daughter Judith,

Daughter pays tribute to model engineer who 'tried his hand at anything'

Mike Rouse, in his civic role, entertains HM The Queen and HRH The Duke of Edinburgh in Ely

Mike Rouse, in his civic role, entertains HM The Queen and HRH The Duke of Edinburgh in Ely

'A little talent very thinly spread' Mike Rouse, in his own words

Historian Mike Rouse

Historian Mike Rouse

Mike Rouse: A lifetime's passion for books and literature

Mike Rouse, enjoying one of the duties as Mayor of the City of Ely, at the potato race through the centre.

Mike Rouse, enjoying one of the duties as Mayor of the City of Ely, at the potato race through the centre.

Mike Rouse, councillor, former mayor and historian, dies aged 82

Brothers Luke (17) and Lewis (13) Smith were killed in a crash near Peterborough on Saturday (May 14).

Brothers Luke (17) and Lewis (13) Smith were killed in a crash near Peterborough on Saturday (May 14).

Cambridgeshire Constabulary

Family pay tribute to brothers, 13 and 17, killed in horror BMW crash

Canon Laurie Blanchard has been described by his wife Jane as “larger than life in many ways”.

Canon Laurie Blanchard has been described by his wife Jane as “larger than life in many ways”.

Wife remembers Canon who was 'larger than life in many ways'

Judy Abbott (right) taught in Soham for over 20 years after moving to the area with husband John (left), former chair of East Cambridgeshire District Council.

Judy Abbott (right) taught in Soham for over 20 years after moving to the area with husband John (left), former chair of East Cambridgeshire District Council.

Family pays tribute to 'happy and smiley' ex-teacher Judy

Frank Oliver (far right), who has died aged 94, featured in Ely City's run to the FA Amateur Cup first round in the 1950s.

Frank Oliver (far right), who has died aged 94, featured in Ely City's run to the FA Amateur Cup first round in the 1950s.

Son pays tribute to Ely City history-maker and 'brilliant dad'

Mervyn Pamment, who began his career on the Ely Standard before later enjoying a successful career in Fleet Street, has died, aged 79.

Mervyn Pamment, who began his career on the Ely Standard before later enjoying a successful career in Fleet Street, has died, aged 79.

Tributes to former Ely journalist who later moved to Fleet Street

Simon Seager participating in the first bandy session for 100 years at Peterborough's ice rink in March 2017.

Simon Seager participating in the first bandy session for 100 years at Peterborough's ice rink in March 2017.

Ice skater dreamed of bringing bandy to the Fens

Elaine and Mick Williams lived in Waterbeach for 39 years having met a year before they got married.

Elaine and Mick Williams lived in Waterbeach for 39 years having met a year before they got married.

Wife pays tribute to loyal firefighter and 'wonderful husband'

The family of Diane Stewart have paid tribute to their mum and sister

The family of Diane Stewart have paid tribute to their mum and sister

Family of Diane Stewart pay tribute to 'amazing mum' after murder trial verdict

Susie Fletcher's (pictured) partner, David, said he

Susie Fletcher's (pictured) partner, David, said he

Man remembers ‘incredible’ partner who ‘really cared about people’

Tributes have been paid to Josh Maasdorp, who died at the age of 21.

Tributes have been paid to Josh Maasdorp, who died at the age of 21.

Tribute to 'best big brother' who adored his young siblings

Diana (Dot) Flack's daughter said she 'always had a twinkle in her eye'.

Diana (Dot) Flack's daughter said she 'always had a twinkle in her eye'.

Daughter remembers mum who 'always had a twinkle in her eye'

Graham Smith was the longest-serving member of Soham Staploe Rotary Club after joining soon after it first founded in 1975.

Graham Smith was the longest-serving member of Soham Staploe Rotary Club after joining soon after it first founded in 1975.

Family pays tribute to 'a true gentleman' and club stalwart

John Abbott's (pictured) daughters, Carrie and Amy, said he 'would always be there or at the end of the phone'.

John Abbott's (pictured) daughters, Carrie and Amy, said he 'would always be there or at the end of the phone'.

Daughters remember artist father who would ‘always be there’

Memorial service for Bob Satchwell, former newspaper editor, will be held in London

Memorial service for Bob Satchwell, former newspaper editor, will be held in London

Memorial service for former Cambridge editor

Emma Hales, 35, events’ organiser at Soham Lodge care home, has died aged 35. She once persuaded Ely Pride to organise an event at her the home, complete with drag queen.

Emma Hales, 35, events’ organiser at Soham Lodge care home, has died aged 35. She once persuaded Ely Pride to organise an event at her the home, complete with drag queen.

Young mum who brought joy to care home dies at 35

Linda Parish was a driving instructor for 26 years and has been described as a

Linda Parish was a driving instructor for 26 years and has been described as a

Daughter remembers 'all-round clever lady' after cancer battle

Mark Cooney, Spotted in Ely founder and social media entrepreneur, whose death was announced today.

Mark Cooney, Spotted in Ely founder and social media entrepreneur, whose death was announced today.

Spotted in Ely founder Mark Cooney dies

Prince Philip has died aged 99.

Prince Philip has died aged 99.

Obituary: Prince Philip - a life of service

Jamie Robinson (top right) with wife Victoria, stepson Finnley and son Archie.

Jamie Robinson (top right) with wife Victoria, stepson Finnley and son Archie.

Wife leads tributes to 'generous' husband after battle with Covid-19

Roger Crane captained and managed Ely City during the 1970s and 1980s, and was known for his no-nonsense approach.

Roger Crane captained and managed Ely City during the 1970s and 1980s, and was known for his no-nonsense approach.

Tributes to 'a proper clubman' and an Ely City FC saviour

War veteran and NHS fundraiser Captain Sir Tom Moore has died aged 100.

War veteran and NHS fundraiser Captain Sir Tom Moore has died aged 100.

Captain Sir Tom Moore dies aged 100

William Coles (left), known as 'John', while on a cruise which he enjoyed doing during his life.

William Coles (left), known as 'John', while on a cruise which he enjoyed doing during his life.

'He wanted you to do your best' - daughter remembers well-loved father

Tributes have been paid to King's Ely matron Elizabeth Firek who has died from Covid-19.

Tributes have been paid to King's Ely matron Elizabeth Firek who has died from Covid-19.

Tributes paid to school matron who died from Covid-19

Francis Brown passed away suddenly on January 20, in Addenbrooke’s Hospital aged 75 years.

Francis Brown passed away suddenly on January 20, in Addenbrooke’s Hospital aged 75 years.

Son's touching tribute: 'My father fought with passion for that in which he believed'

Norman South, born and raised in Littleport, was an Olympic torch bearer ahead of the London 2012 Games as he walked the quarter-mile through King's Lynn.

Norman South, born and raised in Littleport, was an Olympic torch bearer ahead of the London 2012 Games as he walked the quarter-mile through King's Lynn.

Family pays tribute to local sporting icon and 'an inspiration'

Lord Norman Tebbit, with his wife Lady Margaret, at their Suffolk home in 2009. She died on Saturday (December 19) aged 86.

Lord Norman Tebbit, with his wife Lady Margaret, at their Suffolk home in 2009. She died on Saturday (December 19) aged 86.

Obituary: Lady Tebbit, who was paralysed in IRA bombing