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Paul Ferris Cremated in Glasgow With Family Tributes

By Drooid · Oct 19, 2026, 4:06 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

Paul Ferris was cremated at Daldowie Crematorium on Tuesday, October 19, 2026.
He died at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow from multiple organ failure and decompensated alcoholic liver disease.
A piper led the cortege and songs such as “I Won’t Back Down” and “Brothers in Arms” were played.
Family friends urged donations to See The Invisibles charity and expected a large, trouble-free turnout.

History

Historical Context

The Prince's Trust, founded by Prince Charles in 1976, earned a royal charter in 1999 and devolved across the UK in 2000, later becoming the King's Trust in 2023; its work for youth has been valued at an estimated £1.4 billion. At Paul Ferris’s cremation on 19 October 2026, mourners were urged to donate to See The Invisibles, reflecting this historic charity-linked memorial tradition.

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Story summary

Paul Ferris was cremated at Daldowie Crematorium on Tuesday, October 19, 2026.
He died at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow from multiple organ failure and decompensated alcoholic liver disease.
A piper led the cortege and songs such as “I Won’t Back Down” and “Brothers in Arms” were played.
Family friends urged donations to See The Invisibles charity and expected a large, trouble-free turnout.

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