This is Frank Burton - who died in a suspected gas explosion at his house in Wythenshawe.
The 91-year-old widower was tragically found dead following the blast on Brownley Road last night (Thursday). Police said there were reports of a gas explosion, though specific details have not yet been confirmed.
Frank's family paid tribute to him at the scene this morning as investigations continued, describing him as 'a character and a good guy'. His brother Philip said he feared that his sibling - a dad-of-two - may have bought an appliance to 'help with the cold snap in anticipation of rising energy bills' - and that it may have sparked the blast.
