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Sea of Hawaiian shirts and a coffin adorned with top hat at city character's funeral

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13.08.2025

Known affectionately as “Archie”, he became a much-loved face of the city and could often been seen in the Dereham Road and Grapes Hill area.

He has been described as a “colourful character” and was an eye-catching individual due to both his numerous tattoos and the outfits he wore.

David Bailey (Image: Jason MacDonald / Courtesy of family) His funeral took place last week (Friday, August 8) at Breckland Crematorium, and donations for St Martin’s were collected in his memory.

The coffin was adorned with a picture of singer Enya, as well as David’s distinctive top hat and flowers.

His........

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