A FERNDOWN business has dedicated its window to the late leader of the Real Dad’s Army re-enactment group, along with all those who have fallen in conflicts and wars.

AE Jolliffe & Son funeral directors arranged the funeral of well-known townsman Dale Johnson who recently died aged 85.

His widow Bridgette has loaned the branch of Douch Family Funeral Directors her husband’s uniform and some of his memorabilia for the head-turning display to mark Remembrance Day.

Dale, a history enthusiast, was known for his spot-on portrayal of Private James Frazer from Dad’s Army.

Debbie Brown, who manages the branch, said: “Dale was a part of Ferndown and his collection of Home Guard memorabilia was second to none.

“He was always keen to inform people about the war and educate young people and we felt a window in his memory would be entirely fitting.

“We were privileged to arrange his funeral, knowing what an important local person he was.

“We are extremely grateful to Bridgette for lending us some of Dale’s memorabilia and his uniform.

“People have been stopping to look in the window and it’s wonderful that Dale is still raising awareness.”