PEARSE Suddenly after a long illness, Ron aged 54 years of Elmore Way and formerly of Lazenby Road Tiverton. Loving dad to Helen and Simon and brother of the late Will Pearse. Ron will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Details of the funeral arrangements may be obtained from David Eccles at Cross & Beale, Funeral Directors, Telephone 01884 252227. Family flowers only please, but donations, if desired, are for The Blue Cross, a local animal charity, by retiring collection or care of Cross & Beale, Funeral Directors, 16A Fore Street, Tiverton, EX16 6LH.