Taxi escort for funeral of much-loved Eastbourne cabbie

A line of taxis joined the funeral procession of a well-loved Eastbourne cabbie.
Craig Steadman's funeralCraig Steadman's funeral
Craig Steadman's funeral

Respects were paid to Craig Steadman, who died of cancer aged just 37, at his funeral service on Tuesday (March 24).

Coronavirus lockdown restrictions meant the popular local dad’s send off could not be attended by all who would have liked to.

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But his fellow taxi drivers joined his family for his last journey, along with a police escort for Craig, a former special officer.

Craig Steadman with his son Reagan and partner DawnCraig Steadman with his son Reagan and partner Dawn
Craig Steadman with his son Reagan and partner Dawn

Led by Scottish drummer Marc Charlton from Eastbourne Scottish Pipe Band, the vehicles made their way along the seafront before arriving at the crematorium.

There a guard of honour from Sussex Police greeted them.

Family friend Don McPhee said, “It was an emotional but beautiful day, and when things return to normal, the biggest party will take place to honour Craig’s life.

“He so sadly passed away aged 37, leaving his partner Dawn, two year old son Reagan, mum Kathy, dad George and sisters Samantha and Kerry.”