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Dec 29, 2001
A public memorial service and concert
is being planned for the New Year to celebrate the life and works of pop
star Clifford T Ward (right).
The singer/songwriter, who was from
Stourport, Worcestershire, and was best known for his top ten hit Gaye,
died before Christmas after a long battle against multiple sclerosis.
Stephen Bagust, fan club secretary
and friend of the star, said tributes had been pouring in from around the
world.
''Clifford's death has touched a
lot of people and we think a celebration concert would be a great tribute,''
he said.
''We think a memorial service in
the county would be fitting too.
''Clifford loved Worcestershire and
it was apt that he died in the county.''
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