Overview

• A funeral service was held at St Nicholas Church in Kent and, according to reports, was led by his vicar brother.
• Wife Nadine led mourners, with attendees including Nigel Farage, Eamonn Holmes, Matt Goss, Christopher Biggins, Bobby Davro and Lizzie Cundy.
• The order of service featured readings by actor James Cosmo and MP Tom Tugendhat, with performances by Shirley Lewis and Lee John singing Amazing Grace.
• Whale died aged 74 in a hospice last month after ending treatment for advanced kidney cancer, with his wife saying he passed away "with a smile on his face."
• Recent reports on his estate indicate most assets will go to his wife, with bequests for his two children.