Wife of comedy legend finds solace in Ken had a wonderful life, I just didn’t want it to end

half-mast and flowers from “all the Diddy Men” were left outside Knotty Ash Primary School when new of his passing broke.

A book of condolence is still being signed at Liverpool Town Hall.

Anne is now looking ahead to the legend’s funeral at the Anglican Cathedral in Liverpool. She is determined that the service, which will be followed by a private burial for close family, will be a celebration of his life.

And in a touch that would have tickled the comedian, his beloved jam sandwiches will be served at the reception.

Sir Ken, loved for his tickle sticks, unruly hair, buck teeth and catchphrase “How tickled I am!”, was one of the UK’s best-loved comedians and was s the undisputed master of the one-liner. .

His marathon live shows could uld last for more than five hours and he enjoyed njoyed a 60-year screen and stage career. er.

Sir Ken was still travelling 100,000 0,000 miles a year with Anne in their Mercedes while doing shows hows around the country, right up until he went into hospital.

Anne, a musician and nd former dancer who he e described as “his rock”, , played the piano during his shows and would sell his memorabilia – including Diddy Men hats and tickling g sticks – before and after.

Born Kenneth Arthur Dodd d to parents Arthur and Sarah ah on November 8, 1927, Sir Ken grew up with Billy and sister June