First Deemster funeral to be held next week

Publication Date: Thu, 15 Jul 2010  15:31

Mike Kerruish
Mike Kerruish

The Bishop of Sodor and Mann has paid tribute to the Island's First Deemster.

Mike Kerruish died yesterday following a battle with a long term illness.

Robert Paterson says was a friend of the nation.

It follows tributes from the Chief Minister, President of Tynwald, Lieutenant Governor and Second Deemster.

It's also been confirmed that the Deemster's funeral will take place at Lonan Church next Friday at noon.