Body of 'gentleman' found after community-led search as heartbreaking tributes paid
Heartfelt tributes are being paid to Brian McCusker, affectionately known as 'Bap', after his body was discovered following a community-led search in West Belfast. He is being remembered as a kind-hearted gentleman who was devoted to helping others.
Heartbreaking tributes are being paid to Brian McCusker, whose body has been found following a community-led search.
The West Belfast man was reported missing on Monday, November 4 and on Tuesday evening, the Community Rescue Service confirmed the sad news that a body had been recovered.
A spokesperson said: "Sad news to share. CRS volunteers were tasked today (Tuesday) to search for a person missing in the Belfast area. We regret to inform you that this afternoon one of our teams located a body believed to be that of the missing person. The management and volunteers of the Community Rescue Service extend our prayers and deepest sympathy to the family and friends of the deceased."
Mr McCusker, who was affectionately known as 'Bap', is being remembered as a gentleman, who was always willing to help others. A passionate dog lover and Man United fan, he was also a member of his UNISON branch at Belfast's Royal Victoria Hospital and was known for his commitment to helping others, Belfast Live reports.
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A UNISON RVH spokesperson said: "UNISON RVH and Muckamore branch committee are devastated at the news of the passing of our dear comrade and member Brian McCusker affectionately known as Bap. Brian was a passionate dog lover and Man utd fan. All have described Bap as a gentleman and someone always willing to help, Bap would regularly attend UNISON demos and picket lines.
"Bap played a key role in the delivery of patient care, he took his role seriously in the delivery and picking up of blood products throughout the hospital. He was very much respected by all professions and disciplines across the RVH. With almost 30 years service I know all members will join us in expressing our deepest condolences,love and solidarity to Bap's wonderful and very well respected family at their devastating loss. They are all in our thoughts and prayers.
"All of us working in the hospital have gone through very hard times, individually and collectively, however looking after yourself doesn't make sense if we're not looking after each other. We ask all members to attend Baps funeral mass. Details to follow...RIP comrade."
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