Described by his children as a "pillar of life in Alnwick and the North East for many decades", Cliff Pettit has passed away aged 96.
He was born in 1925 at Green Batt House in the Northumberland town, attending Duke’s Grammar School.
When given the option in 1943 to pursue 'A' Levels or volunteer for service in the Second World War, he unhesitatingly chose the latter, his family said.
