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Tributes Paid To 'Much-Loved' Southern Vectis Bus Driver

Gary Slater

Tributes are being paid to 'much-loved' Southern Vectis bus driver Gary Slater, who died on 21 October.

Gary has been a member of the bus operator’s close-knit team since 1984 when he joined as a customer advisor.

In 2008, Gary became a driver and was highly valued by all those who travelled with him.

 Southern Vectis operations manager, Simon Moye said: 

“Gary was much loved by colleagues and customers alike - and we always received compliments about him

“This is a very sad time for us all, and our thoughts are with Gary’s family and friends as they come to terms with his loss.”

His funeral takes place on Friday 4 December, and the procession will pass through Newport Bus Station at 11.15am, so people have a chance to pay their respects. 

At the same time, Southern Vectis drivers may pull over - if it is safe to do so - for a minute’s silence to remember Gary.

Gary’s family have asked for any donations to be made to Aspire Ryde which he supported. 

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