After a short illness, Neil passed away as he wanted, peacefully at home on September 7, 2016, in his 80th year. He was dearly loved by his wife, Helen McFadyen, his children Dugald and Susan and their respective spouses, Dee and Andy. He was a loving Grandad to Fergus and Euan and Pappie to Laura-Kate and Lucy also a dear brother and brother-in-law. The funeral took place on September 14, 2016. He is sorely missed.