KNOWLES Frederick John (Freddie) Aged 85 years, in the Alexandra Hospital, Cheadle, on September 9, 2012, formerly of the Yorkshire Post and BBC. Much loved husband of Irene and stepfather of Rod. Funeral service on Thursday, September 20, 2012, at Dean Row Chapel, Wilmslow at 11.00a.m. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Age UK, Cheshire East. All enquiries and donations to Albert R. Slack Ltd. Funeral Directors, 84 South Oak lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 6AT. Tel. 01625 525063.