Thousands to gather to celebrate life of The Alarm's Mike Peters
The legendary musician and cancer campaigner, from Prestatyn, passed away on April 29 after a brave 30-year battle with cancer, with tributes pouring in after to remember Mike and his fantastic impact on all that knew and met him.
The service will take place at the Parish Church of St Bridget and St Cwyfan, Waterfall Road, Dyserth and will feature 24 speakers and musicians. They will be offering heartfelt reflections, readings, and performances to honour Mike's remarkable journey — from rock star to cancer warrior and founder of the Love Hope Strength Foundation. You can read about Mike's incredible legacy here.
Outside the church, a big screen will be erected for those gathered there, so they can part of the celebration. Around 150 invited guests, many of whom have travelled from the United States, will attend the service along with Mike's widow Jules, 58 and their sons Dylan, 21, and Evan, 18.
We will bring you all the latest pictures and updates from today's celebration as we get the, via the live blog below.
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11:37Steve Bagnall
Waterfall Road blocked off for mourmers ahead if funeral service
Waterfall Road has been blocked off for mourmers as people gather for the funeral of Mike Peters, which is set to start at 3pm.
'His voice may be still, but his message and music will never fade'
In an emotional statement, Jules Peters spoke of the Mike's wonderful belief in people and their power to make a difference:
Mike lived as he sang – with passion, courage, and an unshakeable belief in the power of people to make a difference. His voice may be still, but his message and music will never fade.
Mike was so grateful for the love so many people showed him in his lifetime, and we are so grateful for the outpouring of love our family has received in the past few weeks since he died.
Mike's music will keep us strong, and the community he built for all of us will sustain us.
Today is a sad day, but it's also a celebration of his life and the legacy he created. Mike is very much here in spirit.
People gathering before TV screen outside church
People are already gathering before a TV screen outisde in Dyserth which will televise the funeral service of Mike Peters:
11:17Steve Bagnall
Preparations underway before the service
Preparations are underway on the streets of Dyserth, before family, friends and guests arrive for the service:
Funeral to take place this afternoon
The funeral of Mike Peters is set to take place at 3pm today at St Bridget Church in Dyserth, with 150 invited guests. A TV screen will also be erected outside for people gathered there to follow the service:
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