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12/09/2013
Funeral Held For Sir David Frost
Family and close friends of broadcaster and writer, Sir David Frost, have attended his funeral.
The service was held at the Holy Trinity Church in Nuffield, Oxfordshire.
Among those in attendance, was Sir Michael Parkinson, Ronnie Corbett and Stephen Fry.
Sir David Frost died on 1 September at the age of 74 after suffering a heart attack while on board a cruise ship.
The Reverend Brendan Bailey, who led Wednesday's service, tweeted: "Had immense privilege of conducting Sir David Frost's funeral yesterday.
"Very simple, moving occasion. Please pray for his family."
According to the BBC, a public memorial service will be held at a later date.
(JP/CD)
The service was held at the Holy Trinity Church in Nuffield, Oxfordshire.
Among those in attendance, was Sir Michael Parkinson, Ronnie Corbett and Stephen Fry.
Sir David Frost died on 1 September at the age of 74 after suffering a heart attack while on board a cruise ship.
The Reverend Brendan Bailey, who led Wednesday's service, tweeted: "Had immense privilege of conducting Sir David Frost's funeral yesterday.
"Very simple, moving occasion. Please pray for his family."
According to the BBC, a public memorial service will be held at a later date.
(JP/CD)
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