Glowing tribute paid to Queen of Ayr's licensed trade scene following death at 75

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A prominent member of Ayr’s licensed trade scene will make her final journey this week following her death at the age of 75.Christine Macintyre was best known for her time at the helm of the legendary ‘Piv’.As tour de force behind the scenes, she played an integral part in the venue’s success for more than 20 years.During its heyday from the mid 1970s onwards, Christine was part of the team that helped bring the likes of Iron Maiden to Ayr.The highly-respected queen of the town’s trade scene passed away earlier this month surrounded by her family, including ex-husband Donnie, with whom she ran the Piv and, later, the Gartferry Hotel.Christine, who also went on to take charge of Ayr’s Ship Inn, lost her life after suffering a stroke.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android.Son Fraser, who followed his mum into the hospitality trade, led tributes to her career in the industry.He said: “Mum was someone who lived for her work.“As managing director of The Piv, she played a huge role in its success and was proud to work away behind the scenes.“She was never someone who wanted the limelight.

But alongside Tom Jones and many other promoters, she really did a lot for the town in terms of laying on some big nights and events.“She always talked about spending time with Chrissie Hynde when she played here and of meeting many other great artists who performed at the venue.”Although