Comedian Jimmy Cricket, born James Joseph Mulgrew, died on Monday aged 80.
In a statement, his family said: “Our beloved Jimmy passed away this morning after a short illness.
“He spent his last few days surrounded by his family, love, laughter and songs. Jimmy brought so much laughter and happiness to countless audiences in his career over the years.”
“Whether on stage, screen or radio, or if you met him in person as well.
“But that was nothing to the happiness he gave to his family. A devoted husband to May for fifty-two years.
“A wonderful dad to his four children and very silly grandad indeed to his four grandchildren. He was our greatest champion and loved us all loudly. He also just loved people and he absolutely loved being a stand-up comedian. What a life he lived.
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