Dalian Atkinson Taser death: Funeral of Aston Villa star to be held this weekend
The funeral of former Aston Villa footballer Dalian Atkinson, who died after being shot with a police Taser, is to be held at the weekend.
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A service for the 48-year-old will be held at Telford Crematorium chapel in Shropshire at 11.30am on Saturday, followed by a private interment at nearby Hadley cemetery.
A public notice announcing the funeral read: "Dalian Atkinson died tragically on August 15.
"Beloved son of Ernest and the late Ambrozine, much beloved brother to Elaine, Kenroy, Paul and Otis, and a dear uncle and great uncle."
The family said there will be a collection at the crematorium for those wishing to make a donation to charity.
