Funeral of former X Factor finalist Kerry McGregor takes place in West Lothian

THE funeral of Scottish X Factor finalist Kerry McGregor was held this morning at Kirk of Calder, in Mid Calder.

Ms McGregor was remembered for her talent and determination as more than 400 mourners gathered for her funeral.

The 37-year-old singer-songwriter, of Pumpherston, West Lothian - who appeared in the 2006 series of the show - died last week after losing her battle with bladder cancer.

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She was laid to rest after a funeral service in West Lothian.

Her mentor on the television show sent a floral tribute which said: “Kerry, rest in peace, with love, Sharon Osbourne.”

Scots singer Susan Boyle also sent a tribute which sat beside the coffin and read: “Kerry and her voice now have ‘wings to fly’. Love Susan Boyle.”

The pair were due to record Wings To Fly before Ms McGregor died and a recording of Boyle’s performance was played during the service.

The church was full to capacity for the funeral, led by the Reverend John Povey.

Ms McGregor’s friend and first boss, Tom O’Rourke, who employed her as an office junior in Livingston, paid tribute to her during the service.

He told mourners, including her mother, Margaret, and son, Joshua, that she was “determined and tremendously talented” and “would always have a place in our hearts”.