Family's farewell to 'quiet and decent man' who died after altercation
Lewis Wiles, aged 80, died after smashing his head on the pavement during a row outside his son Mick's shop on Langsett Road, Hillsborough, 19 days ago.
The pensioner, from Hurlfield Road, Gleadless, was rushed to the Northern General Hospital but died a short time later.
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Hide AdA funeral service was held yesterday morning at Hutcliffe Wood Crematorium, Beauchief, attended by grieving family and friends.
Mr Wiles is survived by his wife Dorothy, 82 and two sons.
A 20-year-old man and 15-year-old boy were arrested by police in connection with the death and released on bail pending further enquiries.
Detectives are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.
Mr Wiles, a retired steelworker and electrician, has been described by his son Mick as "a quiet and decent man – a true gentleman".
He said his death was "a total waste, just pointless".
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