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William Forbes Obituary
FORBES William (Hawick) Suddenly, but peacefully, at home, on Tuesday, February 11, 2014, William (Bill), Burnfoot, Hawick, deeply loved husband of Catherine, devoted father of Lauren, Judith, Janet and the late Hazel and Rowena, much loved grandad of Phakama, Lorna, Stephen, Duncan, Fiona, Ruth and Calum and loving brother of Alison. A gifted teacher, respected colleague and a friend to so many. A cremation will take place at Borders Crematorium, Melrose, on Monday, February 17, at 10 am, with a Service of Thanksgiving in Wilton Parish Church, Hawick, at 11.30 am, to which all family and friends are invited. Family flowers only, please.
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February 17, 2014
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Our thoughts are with you, his family, at this sad time.
In memory of a kind, decent man who was a friend and respected colleague to many people.
Jennifer and Eddie McCallion
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