Tonight at 7.00pm, BST, the remainder of Rods' ashes were committed to the London River he loved so much.

The sun was just setting, the river calm and fresh. The evening clear and cool. A perfect end for his journey home.

I sang no sad songs, I had a drink with him, and committed him to the water with a handful of scented rose petals.

I am honoured that you agreed to let me do this last service. Thank you.

Liz