Staff of Hays Travel were joined by many others as the funeral procession of the business’s founder made its way past the company’s Keel Square office.
The night before his funeral, landmarks across the city had been lit up in blue and orange, the company’s colours, in tribute.
1. A fond farewell
Balloons in the colours of Hays Travel outside the company's head office. Photo: Stu Norton
2. Paying respects
Mourners gather safely in the city centre. Photo: Stu Norton
3. The city mourns
Mayor and Mayoress David and Dianne Snowdon attend. Photo: Stu Norton
4. Bunting for John
People lined by the roadside awaiting the funeral procession. Photo: Stu Norton