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Funeral of Cambuslang man Greg Monks to take place next week
Greg Monks, 38, was reported missing after leaving the main strip in Albufeira whilst on a stag do between May 27 and May 28.
On June 4, Judicial Police in Portugal confirmed that the body of a man, a 38-year-old British citizen, was discovered in the Cerro de Aguia area, where Greg was last seen on CCTV.
Greg's loved ones have now shared his funeral details.
The funeral service will take place at Daldowie Crematorium in Broomhouse at 4pm on Wednesday, June 25.
Greg's family and friends are invited to attend.
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His family have asked those who wish to attend not to bring flowers but to instead make donations to Cash for Kids on the day.
A statement published by Janice Stevens' Independent Funeralcare on Facebook reads: 'The family have asked that we announce the following funeral arrangements for the late Greg Monks.
'A service will be held at Daldowie Crematorium, Broomhouse, on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at 4pm, (East Chapel) to which all family and friends are respectfully invited.
'Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers, the family have asked to please make donations on the day to Cash for Kids.'
A special balloon release has also been organised in memory of Greg.
It will take place at the field at Fullarton Park in Glasgow's East End from 7pm on Monday, June 23.
Jillian Monks, Greg's sister, asked those who wish to attend to gather at this time and to please bring a blue balloon.
The balloons will then be released at around 7.15pm.
