CROWDS of people lining the streets of Okehampton fell silent last Friday as the funeral cortege of Okehampton College principal Chris Powell slowly made its way through the town. Mr Powell, who died suddenly on October 11, was taken by hearse along Fore Street and through the college campus, which was also lined with staff and pupils. The hearse stopped for a few moments to allow those waiting to pay their respects, before travelling to a private cremation at Exeter Crematorium later that afternoon. A celebration of Mr Powell?s achievements at Okehampton College will be held in the school sports hall at 11am tomorrow (Friday) ? all are welcome to attend.