Obituaries Archives

Former Aberfeldy teacher Sheila McIntyre. Image: McIntyre family

Aberfeldy teacher Sheila McIntyre remembered for dedication and kindness as she dies aged 85

The retired Breadalbane Academy primary school teacher and hillwalker was a valued member of the Aberfeldy community, known to generations of former pupils.

By Michael Alexander

Graham Ritchie has died aged 73. Image: James Glen

Graham Ritchie: Former Fife councillor and farmer dies aged 73

The former curator of Methil Heritage Centre was heavily involved in the development of the Levenmouth rail link.

By Michael Alexander

Councillor Ross Vettraino in 2016. Image: DC Thomson

Tributes to Ross Vettraino: Veteran Fife councillor and ‘consummate gentleman’ dies aged 85

The former head of environmental services at North East Fife District Council had been SNP councillor for Glenrothes Central and Thornton since 2007.

By Michael Alexander

Kenneth Pritchard at 90. Image: Ken Pritchard

Kenneth Pritchard OBE: Former Dundee lawyer, Dundee High School FP and secretary of Law Society of Scotland dies at 91

Tributes pour in for Panmure Golf Club member, St Andrews graduate and Dundee High rugby man Kenneth Pritchard, who helped shape Scotland’s legal profession.

By Michael Alexander

Ed Cook has died aged 83. Image: Paula Pearson

Ed Cook BEM: RAF Leuchars crash investigator, former Cupar community councillor and St Andrews golfer dies at 83

Cupar man Ed was involved in major RAF crash investigations, worked for St Andrews Links Trust and volunteered at The Open and Dunhill golf tournaments.

By Michael Alexander

Helen Melville. Image: Lundin Ladies Golf Club

Lundin Ladies Golf Club legend Helen Melville, who made history at House of Commons, dies at 87

The trailblazer in women’s golf and a devoted member of Lundin Ladies Golf Club for over 60 years, leaves behind a remarkable legacy in Fife’s golfing community.

By Michael Alexander