I make no apologies for reflecting on the death of Peter Rochford again this week, because having joined the hundreds and hundreds of others who came together yesterday to say their last goodbye in a joyous and moving service, it was clear to all that we were celebrating the life of an outstanding individual talent.

No matter what industry Peter might have chosen, he would have made it tick. He would have led by example, and he would have inspired those around him.

Make no mistake, Peter was a tough cookie, he was not everyone's cup-of-tea, he could be opinionated, forthright and drive family and colleagues to distraction sometimes - but he was fair, supportive and loyal to those in whom he placed his trust.

Aside from business, what came through yesterday was a real flavour of the man. The family man laying down the law, "You're not going out looking like that!", the community man driving a small Somerset town to achieve goals way above normal local aspirations; a man in a hurry, a man with an innate sense of urgency; and a man who could 'out-party' most of his family and friends. In short, a rounded individual in work, rest and play.

Small businesses have real role to play in their local community. They can make dreams happen, they can overcome negative thinking and they can lead by example.

Three words shone through proceedings yesterday, Community, Faith and Legacy - and if Peter leaves any legacies (and there are many) it is in this simple question that will be asked time and time again in future months and years when decisions need to be made: "What would Peter have done?".

Frankly, I cannot think of a more fitting tribute to his achievements than those five succinct words.