Andy Paterson, the owner of Coffee on the Corner in Largs, has died suddenly at the age of 59. His passing occurred just before 8am on Monday, October 19, months after he opened the café on Largs Main Street, which he described as his "dream".
Wife's tribute to her 'soulmate'
His wife, Caron, shared the news in an emotional social media post, calling him her "soulmate" and "business/life partner". She wrote: "This is the hardest message I’ve ever had to write. At 07:50am this morning my amazing husband, soulmate, ultimate TikToker & business/life partner Andrew Paterson unexpectedly and suddenly passed away."
She added: "I have no words right now but appreciate all the messages and people reaching out."
Café to continue
Despite her loss, Caron has vowed to keep running the café to "keep his memory going". She said: "Coffee on the Corner was Andy’s dream & something he just decided ‘f*** it, now or never’ and boy did he go for it."
She continued: "This is not goodbye to his coffee shop. If anything, I need to make this work and keep his legacy going. FOREVER 59. Love you forever & always Bossman, until we meet again. See you at our corner."
Customers share memories
Customers have responded with tributes in the comments. One wrote: "It's no exaggeration to say that Coffee on the Corner has transformed the way a lot of us look at Largs cafes now. Your man was a starry one-off and I'm so so sorry for you and the heartbreak you're going through."
Another said: "I send my heartfelt condolences to you and your family, at this very sudden and shocking news. I understand what you're going through, you need time and a lot of support. Coffee on the Corner is a breath of fresh air for Largs. He had a vision and made it a reality, it will continue to grow, have no worry about that."
A third added: "Thinking of you all Caron. Andy was one of the nicest guys you’ll ever meet."
