D-Day veteran Gerald Fisher is being laid to rest today, in our own diocesan cemetery of St. Conval's, Barrhead; on this the 75th anniversary of the D-Day and the battle of Normandy. 

Gerald was one of the first British Servicemen who landed in Normandy 75 years ago today – the day prior to the bulk of allied forces attending.

Serving in the Minesweepers, Gerald and his comrades risked their lives to make the forthcoming invasion safer for forces following the days after. 

Gerald was awarded the Légion D’Honneur, the highest French military honour, for his contribution to the Normandy Landings.

We take a moment to remember all of those who lost their lives during this time.

"Lest we forget..."