Dublin Dave funeral after cash appeal
A HOMELESS man who died without any family is set to get a sendoff after kind-hearted Glaswegians banded together to raise money for his funeral.
“Dublin Dave” was a regular face at the H4TH, Help for the Homeless soup kitchen on the city’s Cadogan Street.
However, after he passed away shortly after New Year, the H4TH team put out an appeal for help.
Breaking the sad news, the group said: “Dublin Dave was a regular at our Thursday night soup kitchen. He was a gentleman and quite a character.
“Unfortunately, Dave passed away and, with no family to identify him, two of our volunteers had to do this.
“We don’t normally do this, but we would like your help to afford Dave the dignity of a funeral that his friends can attend, most of whom are also soup kitchen regulars.”
In just over a week, the £2200 target for funds was smashed to raise more than £2500.
Any extra funds will go directly to helping people on the streets “like Dave used to,” said the team.
Having now raised enough money, H4TH said on Saturday: “We would Like to take this opportunity to thank each and every one who donated to Dublin Dave’s dignity fund.
“We are overwhelmed and astounded at the generosity you all have shown. Because of your quick action, we can announce Dave’s funeral will take place on Wednesday, February 7 at 3pm at Daldowie Crematorium.
“Then onto Carntyne Credit Union Hall.”