Funeral of Joe Longthorne has taken place in his adopted home of Blackpool
The funeral of legendary entertainer Joe Longthorne MBE has taken place in his adopted home of Blackpool.
The 64-year-old singer and entertainer died on August 4th in his husband Jamie Moran's arms and surrounded by his family.
The funeral cortege left his home in Layton at 11am and passed by notable landmarks such as the Music Hall Tavern, the Winter Gardens and the Grand Theatre.
His Requiem Mass took place at The Sacred heart Roman Catholic Church at 12pm.
His family have invited everyone back to the the Viva Blackpool after his burial in Layton Cemetery.