Eunice family pledge on Elvis shows

The family of Cannock's great Elvis fan, Eunice Fitch, have said they will continue her fundraising shows and events in her memory.

A memorial show to mark the 31st anniversary of Elvis's death is being organised by them from 7.30pm on Friday to raise money for Cancer Research, the charity that was close to Eunice's heart.

The event will take place at Green Heath Working Men's Club, Hednesford, and tickets are selling fast so people interested in going are advised to book soon. Her son, Rob, said: "She was a big Elvis fan and we are carrying on from where she left off raising funds for Cancer Research."

The 65-year-old died in April following complications in hospital while recovering from a bowel operation. She had suffered from poor health over recent years but had continued her fundraising efforts right to the end.

Famed for her devotion to the King of Rock 'n' Roll, her home is a shrine to Presley with an extensive collection of memorabilia including statues, neon lights, a gold bust of The King on a plinth in the garden and a stained glass window of him.

Mrs Fitch was renowned throughout the district for raising thousands of pounds for charity.

She also organised charity concerts at the Prince of Wales Theatre as well as with events where Elvis impersonator Mark Clay would sing Elvis's top tunes on her front lawn for all to hear.

The Prince of Wales Theatre has already been booked by Mr Fitch for a show to mark the anniversary of his mum's death on April 26 2008.

He is also looking to work with The League of Friends for Cannock Chase Hospital to see what fundraising the family can do for them. Her extravagant lights event were even televised on BBC1's The One Show, with the lights including Elvis with Vegas lights.

Call Rob Fitch on 01543 270659 to book tickets for the memorial show on Friday night.