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Mark Carter funeral details announced

The funeral arrangements for the respected owner of the Mr Tuba business have been announced.

Mr Tuba
  Mark Carter was the popular owner of the Mr Tuba business

The funeral details for Mark Carter, the respected proprietor of the Mr Tuba business based in South Wales has been announced. He passed away following a short illness on Monday 26th May.

The professional musician started Mr Tuba in 1982, gaining an extensive customer base through his expertise as a repairer and customising craftsman, as well through his wide experience as a player with an unparalleled knowledge of the instrument.

Details

The invitation has been given by Anne and Ellen to a celebration of his life at Langstone Vale Crematorium (NP18 2BP) on Tuesday 17th June at 3.15 pm. There will be gathering held immediately after at The Old Barn Inn, Llanmartin.

The family has requested that if anyone owns and would like to wear their Mr Tuba Tee Shirt please do.

Family flowers only, but any donations can be made to Help Musicians (formally the Musicians Benevolent Fund) or Velindre Cancer Centre at https://donate.justgiving.com/charity/velindre/donation-amount or https://www.helpmusicians.org.uk/get-involved/donate/make-a-donation#make-a-donation

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