Paisley pays heartfelt tribute to Reverend Birss as funeral takes place

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The funeral of long-serving Reverend Alan Birss took place yesterday in his beloved Paisley Abbey.The minister, who served the Abbey and its congregation for more than 32 years, sadly passed away on Friday, December 9.He had been diagnosed with stage four oesophageal cancer in late September and had been battling and “persevering” with palliative treatment.He passed away at home in Aboyne, Aberdeenshire, aged 69.Alan was associated for many years with the 2nd Paisley Abbey Scout group where he was assistant Scout section leader for 22 years, Scout section leader for seven years, and group Scout leader for three years.He was also County Chaplain of the former Renfrew and Inverclyde County for 11 years.Alan was extremely well known throughout Paisley, Renfrewshire and beyond and was a dedicated Scouter, winning many awards culminating in the Silver Acorn in May 2021.He was best known as the much-loved minister at Paisley Abbey for more than 32 years and a Deputy Lord Lieutenant for Renfrewshire.Renfrewshire Live, the new free app dedicated to bringing you around the clock breaking news, is now available to download.Powered by the Paisley Daily Express, Renfrewshire Live is your go-to source for news, features and sport with live coverage provided direct to the app, seven days a week.The dedicated team of experienced journalists, responsible for the publication of the award-winning Express, will focus on breaking news, day and night, across Renfrewshire’s towns and villages.There is also a dedicated St Mirren section that will follow every kick of the ball with the Buddies.Available on both Android and Apple.

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