Touching mural of The Smiths legend at Manchester pub gets go ahead thanks to bandmate's campaign
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manchestereveningnews.co.ukA fundraiser to create a mural in memory of The Smiths star Andy Rourke in Greater Manchester has reached its target - meaning plans for it to be unveiled are now in motion.
Rourke, who grew up in Ashton-on-Mersey, passed away at the age of 59 last May following a ‘lengthy’ battle with pancreatic cancer.
The star, who has been hailed as one of the greatest bassists of his generation, was part of the influential music group from 1982 until their split five years later.
Last month, former The Smiths drummer Mike Joyce launched a fundraiser along with the Pancreatic Cancer Action charity to create a lasting tribute to Rourke in his home city.
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