David Culley, of Church Street, Sheringham, died at the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital on August 14 last year.

An inquest into the 77-year-old's death recently opened at Norfolk Coroner’s Court heard the retired drain servicer died from bronchopneumonia.

Two contributing conditions were listed as asbestos-related fibrosis and ischemic heart disease.

A full inquest is due to take place at the court on March 13.

The Coroners' Courts Support Service helps bereaved families and witnesses attending Norfolk Coroner’s Court. If you are a bereaved family member or a witness please get in touch by calling 0300 111 2141 or emailing helpline@ccss.org.uk

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