A FUNERAL to celebrate the life of Private Aaron McClure will be taking place next week.The family of the popular 19-year-old, who was killed by friendly fire in Afghanistan, have decided it will be an open service for anyone wishing to come and pay their respects.

A FUNERAL to celebrate the life of Private Aaron McClure will be taking place next week.

The family of the popular 19-year-old, who was killed by friendly fire in Afghanistan, have decided it will be an open service for anyone wishing to come and pay their respects.

The funeral will take place at St Thomas Church, Bramford Lane, on Tuesday, September 11, at 12pm.