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In Loving Memory. Image shows from L to R: Billy Henshaw (Christopher Beeny), Ivy Unsworth (Thora Hird). Copyright: Rex
In Loving Memory

In Loving Memory

  • TV sitcom
  • ITV1
  • 1969 - 1986
  • 37 episodes (5 series)

Comedy about an auntie and nephew, Ivy and Billy, who run a family undertakers' business in 1920s Yorkshire. Stars Thora Hird, Christopher Beeny, Colin Farrell, Avis Bunnage, Sherrie Hewson and more.

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Series 1, Episode 5 - Pork

Billy is offered another job outside the funeral business when an esteemed local businessman meets a sticky fate.

Broadcast details

Date
Monday 18th June 1979
Time
8pm
Channel
ITV1
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Thora Hird Ivy Unsworth
Christopher Beeny Billy Henshaw
Colin Farrell Ernie Hadfield
Avis Bunnage Amy Jenkinson
Rose Power Flo Riley
Guest cast
Paul Luty Tom Wrigley
Joan Sims Annie Potter
Johnny Allan Big Jack Tetley
Writing team
Dick Sharples Writer
Production team
Ronnie Baxter Director
Ronnie Baxter Producer
Allen Jewhurst Editor
Colin Pigott Production Designer
Alan Parker Composer

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