Seigneur of Sark dies, aged 88
The Seigneur of Sark, Michael Beaumont OBE, has died at the age of 88. He passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, after serving in the role for more than 40 years.
Islanders to pay their respects at funeral of Seigneur
Family, friends and supporters will gather in Sark today to pay their respects to the island's late Seigneur.
Michael Beaumont OBE passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, at the age of 88.
He served in the role as Seigneur for 42 years.
His son, Major Christopher Beaumont, inherits his late father's title.
The funeral will take place at 1.30pm at St Peter's Church.
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