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| Monday, 24 June, 2002, 13:49 GMT 14:49 UK In pictures: Spike Milligan memorial Family and friends gathered at St Martin-in-the-Field church in London to celebrate the life of comedian Spike Milligan. The Goons star died in February at the age of 83. ![]() Stars enjoyed the weather before the service began ![]() Milligan's devoted wife Shelagh welcomed famous faces to the memorial at St Martin-in-the-Field ![]() Ex-Labour Party leader Michael Foot attended ![]() Joanna Lumley gave a speech during the service, which was also attended by comedian Barry Humphries (r) ![]() Actor Peter O'Toole and Stephen Fry were among those paying tribute to the colourful life of Spike Milligan ![]() Milligan's old army comrades were among the congregation ![]() Denis Norden spoke about Milligan's "authentic genius" |
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