Alan Armstrong has paid tribute Bryan Fergus, his partner and fellow founder of Brunlea Travel, who died on August 13, aged 67.
The pair set up Brunlea Travel in 1982, taking the brand from the Roman name for Burnley where the Lancashire agency was based.
Bryan had stepped back from work at the agency eight years ago due to illness but was still able to do some paperwork until three years ago.
“Everybody loved him; he was a happy person,” said Armstrong. “He was a very quiet person who enjoyed his home and friends. I have about 90 condolence cards already.”
Bryan first worked for Althams Travel after leaving school in Burnley then moved on to Blue Star Travel in Bolton.
The pair met while working at Pendle Travel and two years later set up on their own with Brunlea Travel.
“We have kept going through several recessions and the agency is still here,” said Alan.
“He will be sadly missed by colleagues, customers and friends.”
His funeral will be held at 1pm on August 26 at St John the Baptist Church, Ivy Street, Burnley, BB10 1TB. It will be followed by a private cremation.
Alan asked for those attending the funeral to wear brightly-coloured shirts. Industry friends and colleagues can also join Alan later on August 26 at Burnley FC.
Any donations in Bryan’s memory can be made to the Rotary Club of Burnley Pendleside for local charities.
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