Thousands of fans will be sad to read of the death of comedian, entertainer and TV host Bob Monkhouse (The Argus, December 29).

Bob sadly lost his brave fight with prostate cancer after two and a half years. He died peacefully at his home with his wife, Jackie, at his bedside.

Bob was well respected by other comedians - young and old alike. Having moved to Worthing in wartime Britain it was a special place for Bob, who attended Goring Hall School.

The death of Bob Monkhouse has left his fans devastated as he had a special talent. The nation's thoughts will be with his wife Jackie and daughter Abigail at this sad time.

-Steve Fuller, Hove