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A local hero - a town stands still for "respected" firefighter and ex-Royal Marine

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A town came to a halt to salute a local hero. Swinton was filled with mourners wishing to pay their respects to a man who served his country and his community.

The parish church of St Peter Apostle and Martyr was full for the funeral of 'popular and respected' firefighter and ex-Royal Marine, Daniel Lee.

A watch manager at Agecroft Station, the 41-year-old's body was found in the River Irwell last month. More than 100 firefighters provided an immaculate guard of honour as his coffin arrived, bedecked in the union flag atop a aerial fire appliance.

Members of his former army regiment were also present. Next to his coffin was a white floral tribute of "Daddy" from his children.

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