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The obituary notice of John Macinnes BOYD

Oban, Published in: Dumfries and Galloway Standard. Notable areas: Dumfries, Paisley, Glasgow, Edinburgh

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John MacinnesBOYDJohn MacInnes Boyd CBE QPM

Peacefully with his beloved wife of 66 years by his side at Morar care home, Bridge of Weir on Tuesday 9th April 2024, in his 91st year.

John, dearly loved and devoted husband of Sheila, much loved father of Peter and Alastair, cherished Grandpa to John, Ross, Chlöe, Jennifer and Peter, and loving Great Grandpa to Logan, Zack, Riley, Rio, Jack and Ruairidh. Brother of the late Donald, adored father-in-law and uncle, and friend to many.

(Formerly Her Majesty's Chief Inspector of Constabulary for Scotland, Chief Constable of Dumfries & Galloway Constabulary, Assistant Chief Constable Strathclyde Police)

Following private cremation, a Service of Thanksgiving to celebrate his life will be held at Houston & Killellan Kirk, Houston PA6 7AS at 11.30am on Saturday 27th April 2024 to which all family and friends are respectfully invited.

Livestream via www.houstonkillellankirk.org Worship

Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Alzheimer Scotland.
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