Tributes have been paid to a finance director who died by suicide after being diagnosed with an advanced and serious eye condition affecting his sight.
Christopher Binnie, 57, of Willis Street in Norwich, died at his home on June 28 last year having carried out an act to end his life.
A recent inquest in writing concluded that Mr Binnie had recently been diagnosed with advanced bi-lateral glaucoma.
After reading the evidence, the senior coroner for Norfolk, Jacqueline Lake, concluded that Mr Binnie died by suicide.
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Following the inquest, tributes were paid via this paper’s book of condolences set up in memory of Mr Binnie.
Friend and fellow cricketer, Howard Tobias, said: “So sad to hear about the passing of Binners.
“We played many a game of cricket and football together for Dereham and Toftwood over the years and he was always great fun to share a dressing room with and the banter he brought on and off the field - with a pint in hand.
“He was talented with a bat in his hand or a centre forward to marshall. RIP Binners.”
Michelle Dickerson added: “This news is very sad of Chris's struggles and we are sorry to hear about his passing.
“Our condolences to the family connected and we will keep in touch with them. We have had good memories of our times together which we will forever cherish.”
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