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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 2, Episode 7 - The Fall Of The House Of Unsworth

With the warm weather, there are few funerals to cater for and even less cashflow. With the threat of the business's liquidation by the unscrupulous local bank manager, Ivy and Billy are desperate for any work they can get.

Broadcast details

Date
Monday 8th December 1980
Time
8pm
Channel
ITV1
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Thora Hird Ivy Unsworth
Christopher Beeny Billy Henshaw
Colin Farrell Ernie Hadfield
Guest cast
Johnny Allan Big Jack Tetley
Lynda La Plante (as Lynda Marchal) Mrs. Beatty
Derek Francis Mr. Browning
Timothy Bateson Mr. Bottomley
John Savident Mr. Hargreaves
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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