Frank Carson

Renowned Northern Irish comedian and Chasetown FC director Frank Carson has passed away aged 85.

Carson had suffered from poor health and his family said he passed away at his home in Blackpool, Lancashire.

He was a close friend of Chasetown chairman John Donnelly, and had an honorary role on the club's board of directors.

The Evo-Stik NPL wish to send their condolences to Mr Carson's friends and family at this time.

Photo: Frank Carson before the Cardiff City vs Chasetown FA Cup tie in 2008