THE funeral of popular Stroud stalwart Eddie King will be held  on Thursday, October 16 at Cheltenham crematorium.

Known to many as Big Eddie, the former Stratford Park icon, skating and judo coach passed away last month aged 59.

Instead of flowers, donations can be made to the Pied Piper Appeal C/O W B Wood & Son Funeral Directors.

The funeral starts at 9.45am and all are welcome to attend.