DAVID Wheatman, the Cumberland and Netherfield Cricket Club fast bowler, died aged 38, on Sunday in St John's Hospice, Lancaster following a two-year battle against cancer.

David lived in Kendal with his partner Maria, daughter Lee-Anne and is survived by his mother Doreen, sister Liz and half-brothers Brian, Phil and Chris.

Educated at Kendal Grammar School, he was an insurance executive at Talbot Insurance Brokers, in Old Shambles, specialising in arranging business insurance.

The funeral service will take place at Kendal Parish Church at 1.15pm on Monday, followed by a private cremation.

David's request was that bright colours be worn. After the service light refreshments will be served at Netherfield Cricket Club. Here are some of the tributes paid to him.

Go to Sports - Cricket for the tributes.