Franceso Elia Angeloni, better know as ‘Frank’, has died following a long illness. He was 68.

Born at Croxton Kerrial, he was the son of former naval pow Albino and his wife Pamela.

He claimed to have a ‘finely tuned ear’ and could diagnose a car fault simply by listening to it.

He worked for Franks Taxis and was the former owner of Abbey Cabs.

His son Mark said: “He was always the life and soul.

“He never turned away anyone who needed help. He was head and rock of our family. We will miss him greatly.”

The funeral service will be held at Grantham Crematorium at 11am on Friday 17th February. Arrangements are by Robert Holland Funeral Services. Everyone welcome to attend.

The family request no flowers, but donations to Marie Curie rapid response unit, can be made at Robert Holland, St Catherine’s Road.