THE funeral of former Kent cricketer Richard Davis was held today in Blean near Canterbury at the small church of St Cosmus and St Damian Church.

The Margate-born bowler died at the age of 37 after suffering a brain tumour.

Davis’ brother-in-law and Kent captain, David Fulton, says the family has been overwhelmed by the messages of condolence.

He stressed: “The response since Dickie’s death has been truly remarkable and on behalf of the family I would like to thank all those who have taken the trouble to send cards, write of telephone.

KM-fm's John Humphreys has this report...