A FORMER SAS soldier who was awarded a BEM for bravery has died aged 83.

Sgt Maj Edward Lillico, known as 'Geordie', died yesterday at a Herefordshire nursing home following a lengthy illness.

A military funeral is expected to be held in September.

  • We are putting together a full tribute to Sgt Maj Lillico. If you would like to contribute, please email jph@herefordtimes.com