Trevor Walsh, founder of a Halifax bus company TJ Walsh, passed away peacefully on Thursday 29 November 2018, the Halifax Courier reported.
Commencing his working life aged just 14, Trevor discovered his passion and calling in life was driving aged 20 and never looked back.
Over the years, he drove millions of miles in the UK, and founded TJ Walsh in 1987 when the bus services were first deregulated; making it one of the first independent companies in the UK.
At its peak the company carried 1.25 million customers a year.
After retiring Trevor maintained his contact with the industry by serving as a customer assistant six days a week.
Trevor is succeeded by his four children, six grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Trevor’s funeral was held on Tuesday 18 December 2018 at Park Wood Crematorium, Elland.
Wednesday 19 December, with a wake being held at the Blue Bell in Maxey afterwards.
