Funeral of RAF WWII hero Peter Brown, 96, set to be packed out after Sun appeal

THE funeral of a WWII veteran is set to be packed out, after a huge appeal from Trending In The News.

Funeral organisers say they expect the send-off for Fl Sg Peter Brown, who died aged 96, to be full.

And they are now only urging people who knew him to come.

Ministers are drawing up plans for an RAF fly-past and a live-stream to form a part of the service to expand the memorial, and give him the hero’s send off he deserves.

Friends and neighbours have come together to remember the vet after Trending In The News sparked the hunt for any of his surviving family.

But so far, despite a worldwide appeal, the search for relatives is still ongoing.

Westminster City Council will reveal more details in the coming days, before the funeral takes place next Wednesday in Richmond.

A joint Westminster City Council and Royal Air Forces Association statement said: “The public response for the call out for relatives and friends of Peter Brown has been both heart-warming and overwhelming.

“His story of valour and modesty has touched many who rightly wish to pay their own tribute for his service to this nation, his adopted home for so many years.

“We would like to thank the media, friends, neighbours and supporters for their fantastic campaign which has given Mr Brown the recognition and respect he deserves.

“From knowing so little about him at the start of this search, the information gathered has led to an incredible outpouring of support.

“Many people have asked to attend the small funeral service, which is already well beyond the capacity of the chapel.

“We are, therefore, currently exploring ways in which Mr Brown can be honoured on a scale befitting of his role, the details of which we hope to announce shortly.”