The funeral of a "beloved" bus driver has taken place after he passed away following his fight with coronavirus.
Tommy Rooney, 57, worked for First Bus and died in hospital after testing positive for the virus.
He has been described by colleagues as the “heart and soul of Larbert Depot” where he worked, after a 36-year career with the transport company.
Those who worked alongside him described him as a “real character and an absolute gem of a man.”
There was a moments silence at 11am this morning as Tommy's cortege passed by the Falkirk base.
Flowers were laid outside the office.
In an emotional tribute, Jason Hackett, Depot Operations Manager, Larbert Depot said: "Tommy Rooney was the heart and soul of the Larbert Depot.
"Beloved by everyone, he worked for the company for 36 years continuous service and led the midland bluebird social club committee whose primary focus was the welfare of all our current staff and retired staff.
"If anyone started with the business, Tommy would be the first person they engaged with and he would immediately make them feel welcome.
"He was a mentor, friend and leader to so many within the depot. The sense of loss the entire the depot have felt since his passing is testament to the spirit and joy he brought to us all.
"He always had a smile on his face and loved a laugh. He was an avid Celtic FC supporter and loved the banter around the footy with his colleagues.
"He always went out of his way to support our retirees with the transition from work and helping them adjust to retirement.
"Everyone used Tommy as a sounding board. As depot manager, even I leaned on his knowledge of the depot and knowledge of the staff he truly cared for.
"Tommy would help people with anything situation, whether it be financial hardship, low morale or even just advice and guidance. He was so generous and would give away his last penny.
"He always worked tirelessly and selflessly as part of the team, so much so that none of us knew where he found the time for himself.
"The truth was he enjoyed being part of the Larbert team so much it was like a second family to him. He was rewarded by others happiness and that was him to a tee.
"Farewell my friend."
