Jimmy Cricket’s son remembers him as ‘family man, hero and champion’ at funeral

The two-hour service was highly religious but also humorous, filled with funny stories about the late comedian, who died aged 80.

Comedy veterans such as Syd Little, Tommy Cannon and Roy Walker attended the service

Jimmy Cricket's family release statement as iconic comedian's relatives invite fans to his funeral  GB News

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'

Family pay tribute to ‘like a light’ Jimmy Cricket ahead of his funeral  ITVX