Jimmy Cricket funeral to be held in Salford today as mourners remember much-loved comic

NewsGreater Manchester NewsRochdaleA family tribute has been issued to Jimmy07:22, 21 Aug 2026Mourners are gathering today to honour the life of much-loved stand-up comedian Jimmy Cricket at his funeral.‌The Northern Irish comic, born James Mulgrew, died on August 3 'surrounded by his family, love, laughter and songs' following a short illness, a statement from his family said.‌He was 80 and had made Rochdale his adopted home. The funeral service is set to be held at Salford Cathedral on Friday afternoon.‌Click here to get the biggest stories straight to your inbox in our Daily NewsletterCricket, who was known for his signature bowler hat, wellington boots and the catchphrase 'and there's more', became a TV staple in the 80s, appearing in programmes such as The Good Old Days as well as the