4BR has been informed of the unexpected death of Carl Parker of the South Milford Band.

Carl, aged 43 died at home on 25th February.

A devoted father, son, brother and partner, he leaves a partner Shelley.

Service

A service to celebrate his life will be held at Wilson Street Methodist Church on Monday 12th March at 1.00 pm prior to cremation at Pontefract.

Family flowers only with donations in lieu for The Royal Hallamshire Hospital Pulmonary and Hypertensions Ward M2 (please make cheques payable to 'Sheffield Hospital Charity' may be left in the donation box situated at the back of church.

Carl was a keen bandsmen and although his health prevented him playing as much as he would of liked, it never stopped him being involved and taking a huge interest in the movementBand spokesperson

Keen bandsman

A band spokesperson told 4BR: "Carl was a keen bandsmen and although his health prevented him playing as much as he would of liked, it never stopped him being involved and taking a huge interest in the movement."