12/14/2021
Dear Members and Friends of Clan Farquharson,
It is with immense sadness that I share the news with you of our Chief’s passing. Captain Alwyne Farquharson of Invercauld MC, passed away this afternoon at his home in Norfolk. He was 102 years old.
For 7 decades, he was both Chief of Clan Farquharson and Chieftain of The Ballater Highland Games. Believed to be the oldest and longest serving Clan Chief in Scottish history, he was without doubt one of the most dedicated to his role and touched many hearts. I am sure you will join me in expressing our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to Madam Farquharson and the wider family. Our thoughts are also with you all, as the Chief played an important part in all of our lives and he will be dearly missed.
Details will follow regarding funeral arrangements, however we anticipate 3 separate celebrations of his life. The first of these will be the funeral held in Norfolk to which anyone wishing to attend will be welcome. In several weeks’ time, a Thanksgiving Service will be held in Crathie in Royal Deeside. Thirdly, we plan to hold a Clan Memorial during next year’s Clan Farquharson Gathering (7-13 August 2022). There are also plans for an online book of condolence.
More will be shared in the coming days, including details of his succession.
May he rest in peace.
Fide et Fortitudine!
Jonathan Findlay
President, Clan Farquharson UK
Clan Farquharson USA (official)
Clan Farquharson Association Australia
CLAN FARQUHARSON ARGENTINA
[Photo: Dave Cowe]