ONE of Launceston’s most well known voices has been honoured for his services to Cornwall and the church.

Rob Tremain from Launceston in the Trigg Major Deanery has been awarded the Cross of St Piran for his service to the church and community.

Mr Tremain, former mayor of Launceston, Town Crier and town councillor, has been an active member of St Mary Magdalene Church in the town since childhood, when he sang in the choir.

He has been a server for over 60 years and was enrolled into the GSS in 1963 and is still an altar server and sacristan at the church. He has served on both deanery and diocesan synods and is now a local worship leader within the benefice.

Mr Tremain has been described as a valued and respected member of both church and community, who has taken responsibility for leadership in many aspects of church and community life.

On March 8, there were celebrations at St Piran’s Church in Perranzabuloe as Mr Tremain — along with a number of other recipients from across the diocese — was recognised for his work.

The annual Cross of St Piran Awards took place over two services with Bishop Hugh Nelson presiding and presenting recipients with their crosses. The Cross of St Piran is an annual award which is presented to individuals who have gone above and beyond in their service.

Fourteen crosses were handed out to those across the diocese, with many being nominated by their peers.

Speaking to the Post, Rob said: “I’m involved with all sorts, generally with a bell in my hand, but this was something I never expected, you just get on and do your jobs not expecting special recognition.

“However, I was thrilled and humbled to have been recognised, and hearing from the other winners’ makes you realise how much good there is in the world.”