Family and friends prepare to pay last respects to tragic dad Danny Dix

MUSIC by Oasis, Ian Brown and Joy Division will feature in the funeral service today (Friday) for tragic dad Danny Dix, whose family finally have the chance to say their goodbyes ten weeks on from his death.

The 38-year-old from Munsbrough (pictured) died on March 16 - a week after being assaulted in Bridgegate in Rotherham town centre.

Danny’s brother Simon said music from his favourite artists would be played at the Rotherham Crematorium service, which will start at 2.45pm and be followed by a wake at Rotherham Rugby Club.

Simon said: “It is with much relief that we as a family can finally lay our Danny to rest.”

More than £15,000 has been raised by friends, well-wishers and fundraisers in Danny’s memory to support his daughter Freya.

A shrine featuring the Rotherham United fan’s photo and football shirts is still in place in Bridgegate, near the scene of the attack.

Ten people have been arrested in connection with Danny’s death and released on bail or under investigation.