Launch a Memory Invergordon

Del Raeside

Andrew Derek (Del) Raeside 23 March 1968 - 13 Aug 2018. Proud Largs RNLI lifeboat crew member (top right). Missed every day and forever loved and respected by all his family and many friends.

ronald leaford

ronald would love to have known that his name is on invergordon lifiboat .we visited scotland every year for 50 years this was our main holiday,we use to sit on the black isle and look acrossed to invergorden whilst having a cup of tea.I miss those days so much.

Alys Coulson-Tabb

4 weeks before you died my pager went off at 01:30. You said "Go! I'm not going to die tonight." Perspective. Love and missed by Teddy and me.

Hilda Walker

Miss you gran

Norman Paul Railton

Love & miss you always. Ride the waves & avoid the doldrums. Thanks from us all for your legacy. Xxx

Bob

Miss you Bob

Tony Paginton

Dad died in 2015 and he was a wonderful Father and friend, I miss him so much but his memory lives on.

Neil Harry

You are truly missed each and every day dad. Wishing you a very happy heavenly birthday. We know you would be so very proud to have your name displayed on the RNLI lifeboat, you are back where you loved, at sea helping others. Love you always pops xxx

Darragh

We miss you so very much. We hope you are sailing forever seas reading your beloved James Joyce .

James F Benbow

A great Science master. Very strict.

Frank & joy Ellaway

Mum & Dad, you have always been associated with the water, albeit on inland waterways. Mum you have put up with losing Dad to work on the water all his life. Now you have the time to have him to yourself. Please understand why I have severed ties with the business you both built up; it is not the same without you both. Love always.

Gina Rogers

We miss you, quite simply that! I talk to you and ask for guidance and help. I know you listen. xxx

Martin Baines our Dad

Happy Heavenly Fathers Day dad. I love and Miss you so much. Keep shining bright.

Kevin Flynn

Miss you so so much and doesn’t get any easier xx hope you are up there proud of us all xx

Patrick Deveney

Happy Fathers Day Dad xxx Miss you so much - love Liz and Sarah xxx

Everyone I miss

Dedicated to you all x

Nicola price

So sorry to hear this and I never knew

Andrew Waters

How long will I love you? As long as stars are above you. Longer if I can x

Louise Alison Yeoman

Our dear,dear daughter Louise, who we sadly lost aged 5. We often think of her being a mum, with children of her own. Her brother Aaron, is a Lifeboatman, and we love to remember her on the Whitby Lifeboat. Your memory will live on forever in our hearts - We Love You....

Dad

You went far too soon

Paul J Moon

A son, a brother, an uncle, a husband, a father, a grandfather and a friend. Paul was the most loving and selfless man. He was loved and will be missed always. Thank you for giving us all the love of the sea, and the chance to fly. Love you forever. Until we meet again, fair winds and tides. Xxxx

Vincent Joseph Ellis

My dad was a fishermen he loved the sea and loved Scotland. When we lost him suddenly in 2001 at the age of 55 I was looking for a fitting tribute for my old sea dog Dad and this was it. My dad was back at sea in his favourite place. We love and miss him every single day.

Nick Batty

My amazing son Nick Batty spent most of his life at sea, delivering boats across vast oceans & sailing to far away exotic shores. The sea was his freedom, it was his escape & happiness & he especially loved the challenge of heavy weather sailing in his own yacht ‘Talent’. I can’t think of a better tribute than to have his name on a RNLI lifeboat. It will be as if he’s still out there doing his bit to help people. Enjoy riding those ‘big ass’ waves Batty & saving lives at sea. Love Mum

Graham and Sue Mackenzie

In memory of Graham aka Dad, Grandpa Gee and Sue aka nona. Who both loved the sea. Our love always

Ann Morgan

Ann Morgan, a wonderful lady who supported the RNLI all her life. She sadly passed away in January of this year and Helen and Phillip two of her grandchildren dedicated her name on the Duke of Edinburgh Shannon lifeboat at Wells next to the Sea.

Dave Miller

My dad served 25 years in the Merchant Navy working his way up to Chief Engineer and travelled all over the world. Whilst he was alive he always supported the RNLI so we have carried this on.

Charlie Mc Naughton

My father Charlie was a fisherman from Campbeltown and a dedicated lifeboat volunteer presented with a silver 25 year service badge which I cherish. The sea ran through his veins it was his life. His name is on the new Invergordon lifeboat so each time it's launched he will be back at sea again.A humble man with a heart of gold whom I miss every day and wish my children and grandchildren would have known him .... Charlie I miss and love you deeply xx

Roy Askew 1934 - 2022

Dad was a lifelong lover of sailing and taught himself to sail at an early age. After he trained as a teacher he established a sailing club and helped to teach many children how to sail, some of whom went on to maritime careers. I have many memories of our sailing adventures together, even one involving the Tighnabruaich ILB. He would be amazed that he would be able to have his name inscribed on a lifeboat, especially as he started his working life as a traditional sign writer.

Bill

Always there for each other.

Terry Bainbridge

Love my dearest husband. Always in my ❤

Bernard Bent

Our 5th Father’s Day without you Dad….we are thinking of you and sending all our love to you and Mom. Happy Father’s Day…love you forever xxxxxxxxx

Maureen and Roy Pashley - Sheffield

Mum and Dad were such great supporters of the RNLI. Our holidays always included a visit to the lifeboat station which we all loved. When Dad passed away in 2013 Mum made monthly donations to the RNLI as a tribute to him. Mum sadly passed away in March 2022 and I cannot think of a better way to honour them. Loved and missed always by their family and many friends.

Brigg Lancaster

Where to start. Brigg was a clumsy sodd sometimes he would do dangerous things sometimes like clime sheer walls with no safety, but that was Brigg and i loved and respected him for it. I should tell you about who i am my mum and dad were friends with his Parents Brian and Geane sorry if thats not the correct spelling. He would baby sit me and we would go of on adventures, I love him with every ounce of my life i miss him every day glad you found your happy place love Ben Brook x x

Ellis sales

My dad was a fisherman in shetland, he lost his life along with an 18 year old lad. In February 1983 I was 7, I'm now 45 . My dad's love of the ocean makes me and would have made him proud to have his name on the Invergordon boat helping rescue and save lives at sea. Also to all RNLI volunteers over the years, you give your time love and passion to help rescue vessels and lives at sea. I personally commend all of you now and future generations to come.

Keith Jee

Dad always supported the RNLI because he admired all the crews that gave their time to help people in need at sea. He could not swim so it made him feel safe if he was on a boat. Dad was a loving father to me and my sister and the 38 Foster children he and my Mum looked after. We miss him very much

Hugh Forbes

I could not think of a better tribute to my dad than to have is name on the lifeboat . My dad joined the merchant navy straight out of school and had the best time travelling the world . When he came home he bought himself a little boat called the Girl Sandra and went out from his home in St andrews to lobster fish . He talked often about the time he got into difficulty and had to be rescued by the Anstruther lifeboat . The sea was in his blood .

Sue Sharman

My wife was taken from us too suddenly just before having her second kidney transplant and I wanted to not only support our favourite charity but so everyone can see her name as she is so missed and loved. xx

Raymond Weeks

Ray was a Merchant Navy seaman for 47 years, retiring in 2013. He sailed all over the world in that time. The RNLI was his preferred charity and we would often visit RNLI stations when we travelled around the UK and donated frequently. Sadly Ray died in 2019 and is greatly missed by his family. We met in 1968 and married in 1972 and would have been married 50 years in July and I hope to visit the boat then. Having his name on a lifeboat is a very fitting tribute to a lifelong seafarer.

Edward 'Ted' Pykett

Remembering Edward ‘Ted’ Pykett who spent many happy times in Wells with our mother, Barbara Pykett formerly Pool. Ted was a respected farmer, businessman and pillar of the community in his native Nottinghamshire. He was a very caring husband, father, grandfather and stepfather. He had a great sense of fun and loved helping others. Ted and Mum married in 2010 and enjoyed eleven happy years until their deaths a few days apart on 2 and 6 March 2021. He was dearly loved and is greatly missed.

Leslie Ronald Pool

Remembering our dearly loved and missed Dad, Leslie Ronald Pool, who died age 60 on 6 April 1980. He and Mum, Barbara Pykett formerly Pool, spent many happy times in Wells. Dad was a devoted husband and father. He worked for the Ministry of Defence. His many interests included swimming, science and Boys Brigade. He was a strong but unassuming Christian and died suddenly at church on Easter Sunday. He was a gentleman in every sense. It feels fitting to remember him on the Wells lifeboat.

Barbara Pykett formerly Pool

Remembering our dearly loved and much missed Mum, Barbara Pykett formerly Pool. She and Dad, Leslie Ronald Pool, bought a cottage in Wells in 1980 when he retired. Sadly Dad died soon after. The Cottage became an important retreat for all the family and also Edward ‘Ted’ Pykett, whom Mum married in 2010 and with whom she enjoyed eleven happy years. They died a few days apart at 94, Ted on 2nd and Mum on 6th March 2021. Mum would have been thrilled to have their names on the Wells lifeboat.

John Morgan Frater

You are always in our hearts dear daddy ..Hope you love being back at sea . With much love from us all 💗💗💗💗xxxx

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love you

Keith Evans

Your star shines bright still and always will X

Barney Brogan

My dear friend, Barnaby Brogan, has unfortunately been lost at sea since September 2021. He was sailing from Spain, having purchased a new boat, to Bulgaria when all contact was lost around the coast of Greece. He was the kindest, most affable person you could ever meet. He was a one in a million character, if you met him just once, you would remember him forever. I miss you greatly my brother, not a day goes by without you in my thoughts. One heart, one love, forever loving Jah

Alan 'Rab' Butler

You only had to meet my grandad once to know he will be in your heart and mind forever. The way he was able to lift a room from his smile alone. After being in his company he made you feel so much joy. His giggle, quick wit and banter was so infectious that you couldn't help but adore him and you would look at him and just smile. He is an inspiration to everyone he meets and I cant tell you how proud and honored we are to call you our husband, dad and grandad. We will love you forever xxxxx

Martin Acaster

In rememberence of our beloved son Martin who sadly died 26th January 2021. Martin you loved life and with all the love we had as a family with your sister Karen you will never be forgotten. Our hearts are broken and will never mend.You would be very proud to see your name on the RNLI lifeboat at Next on Sea named HRH Duke of Edinburgh. You loved sailing and boating and being a Practicing Buddhist you were always there helping anyone that needed it. Where ever you are the sun will always shine

Devinia Ann Boardman

A year has passed and we miss you more everyday. A loving and kind lady who was so proud of all of her family. So courageous, we know how much you would love to see your name on an RNLI Lifeboat, heading out to sea to save lives. Love you always x

Tom Bolger 1924-2019

Remembering a lovely man, and more than just a Step-Father. Liverpool born, Tom in Merchant Navy WW2, survived u-boat sinking of Adda. Served in Army 1945-67, to return home and ending up as a Black Cabbie. In his late 80’s, he cared for ailing wife, and when widower, aged 92 he moved to Royal Hospital Chelsea, after single-handedly packing up home of 30 yrs in 3 wks. Miss that ready smile, he had time for everyone and photograph memory to end, and his passing at 94 left a huge hole in our lives

Mrs Audrey Gill

Mum always loved the sea...from day trips out or weekends away she loved the ocean....so many beautiful photos we have of our beach visits and your beautiful smile sadly we lost mum 9th January 2022

John Dingwall

My caring, humorous, much loved Uncle John died in Ontario, Canada on Jan 5th 2022 aged 98. He was proud of his naval heritage and WW2 service in the Royal Canadian Navy on HMCS Outremont. His gentleness and his smile will be missed so much. RIP

Christopher John Spires

He is sailing, he is sailing home again across the sea. He is sailing stormy waters to be near you to be free. Missed and remembered always. Chris served with RN Fleet Air Arm

Eric Kitchen

Dad loved the sea. He served as a signalman on board minesweepers 1943-47 in the Mediterranean. He also spent time volunteering for the coastguard at Withernsea in East Yorkshire. He was kind and loving person our ‘gentle man’. Will miss you always.

John Bassett

Who posted the message on 7/11/2019? John Basset was also my uncle and I have always regarded him as my hero! Peter Bevan

David Griffiths

A gentle quiet man who loved the sea.

Charles Wightman

Our first Christmas without you. We love and miss you so much xxxxx

Lynn Kennard

Lynn was a lovely girl and was a Nurse, before retiring due to ill health, she had Kidney failure, and recently caught Covid. She lost her battle in February 2021, God rest her soul and look after her, always in our thoughts.

Phil Stone

You are loved and missed every day. I am continuing to support one of your favourite charities. Our family has a piece of the jigsaw missing but you are spoken about with love every single day. Miss you darling x

Crum - Ian Cranley

We decided to make a donation to RNLI as they have a huge presence in one of your favourite places; Cornwall

Roland Phillips & Mother Rita

Roland "CAP" Philips 2nd Engineer M.N. & Rita His Mother, As With Multitudes Of Others The R.N.L.I. Was Close To Their Hearts. Forever Together. Saving Lives At Sea.

Billy Bagg

Fly little one, may your dreams forever live and may love travel with you always xxxx

Shannon O'Hara

You were my everything my daughter my best friend my inspiration 💞

Dave

Missing you x

Jean Griffin

Dedicated to my mum who we lost on 8/11/20 to covid always loved and remembered

Terry x

Frances Lilian Walsh

Happy Birthday Nan. I know that you would be delighted that you were still helping to save lives.

Michael John Dann (Des)

I was shocked and saddened this weekend to hear that my dad died over two years ago in July 2019. Shame on me for not making the effort to contact him despite my best intentions. I wanted to let him know that I forgave him a long time ago and bear no malice at all for what happened in the past. He made his choices and I have lived my own life. If anyone has any information about him and his life since 1985, please contact me - nigel dot dann at gmail dot com.

Michael John Dann

Hey dad, I only found out today that you had died 😞 you and I know that I tried so many times to see and meet up with you. The last time I saw you, Billy was only 5 months old, he will be 24 next month! You would be so proud of him and your grandaurers, they have turned out so much better than me! I only wish I knew where you are buried so I could say my final goodbyes. You have always been in my thoughts even though you were so far away, I did try, so very hard, I love you Dad, 😘💜xxx xxx xx

Mick Gillard

Mick was the best brother a girl could ask for, a true ‘one off’. Big hearted, generous, with a daft grin & a joke at the ready, he always looked on life’s bright side. A skilled craftsman, he could turn his hand from restoring antiques to creating his own fountain, all to a tune on his mouth organ! Given his lifelong love of the ocean & passion for fishing, his name on a lifeboat means that he can continue to ride the waves in the place he loved, whilst helping those in need. Love always x

Alan Chivers

I know you have gone ahead to find a safe harbour. Please hoist a light to guide me to you. There are two boats which carry your name. I know you will watch out for them. Always all my love, Sue.

Hogi

In memory of Hogi

Jerry & carol wilson Ray & Audrey Birkett

Life long supporters of the RNLI They would be so proud as we all are to have their names inscribed on the life boat

Mark Davies

Mark sadly passed away 27th August 2020 from pancreatic cancer. He loved being on and by the sea. He is missed every day and will be loved forevy

ANTHONY HEDGER

Joined the merchant navy as a young man an loved it, travelling the world. His wish was for donations to the RNLI as they meant alot to him. He will always be remembered and very much missed. Xx

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Doug Farley

In Memory of Doug Farley

Paul White

Paul loved all kinds of boats, from sailing to chugging along a canal, kayaking or cruising. He loved sea and fresh water fishing too. The Norfolk Broads was one of his favourite places. Miss being with you xx

John Stewart

In memory of my Dad. The sea was in his blood from swimming in it in Scotland, to being in the Royal Navy in World War 2 on the Motor Torpedo boats. He would love his name being on this boat.

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Ellen Morgan

Ellen was my Nan and she was the best Nan ever. A strong and determined lady with a subtle sense of humour, she was an absolute diamond. Nan loved the RNLI and supported it all her life. She never went on a seaside day trip without visiting the nearest lifeboat station and buying something in the shop or making a donation. She was always awe inspired by the volunteer crews and the work the RNLI does to save lives at sea.

Vickie Ford

Vickie was a force of nature, strong, passionate and determined in all she did. It seems only fitting that Vickie should be remembered on a lifeboat battling the odds & working to help others, as she did every day. We love & miss you Vickie xx

David Patullo

Love you forever.

Dennis ‘Black Captain’ Mitchell: 9.11.1927 to 4.11.2020

In memory of a much-loved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Dennis loved the sea, and sailing was a passion in his life. A self-taught dinghy sailor, he built his own cruiser with his best friend Maurice, and enjoyed many happy years in retirement, cruising in Milford Haven estuary and further afield. He became affectionately known as the ‘Black Captain’ to family and friends who had the pleasure of sailing with him.

Edward (Ted) Hatchard

Missing you every day xx

Lewis Moore

Thinking of the good times always xxxx

Robin Deakin

Robin served in the navy for many years and had a lifelong love of the sea. He raised thousands of pounds for the Aberystwyth lifeboat station riding a post office bike from the Post Office in Brownhills to Aberystwyth lifeboat station. He was made an honorary lifeboatman in thanks. Robin loved life was very close to his family, he always said he was blessed with a Granddaughter Rebekah. The life of the dead is placed on the memories of the living. Love always Angela, Lara, Rebekah Fabia xxx

Dad, mick Beaumont

Miss you loads

Gwen Evans

In loving memory of Gwen who was a keen supporter of the Lifeboat in Fishguard Pembrokeshire

Roger Bayliss

In memory of a much missed husband, Dad and Grandad who loved the sea

John T McNeill

Remembering my Uncle

Jenny Gardiner & Jackie Phillips

Always in our hearts, forever.

Wynn Bainbridge

In loving memory of my wonderful sister. A lifelong supporter of RNLI. Who loved Scotland, for the sea mountains and lochs. So very fitting that this Shannon class lifeboat is stationed at Invergordon. Forever in our hearts: 1935 - 2019 RIP. Lillian and Phil Romford

Bill Owen 1933 to 2011

Our Dad, Bill (William) Owen, always supported RNLI and I think he would be happy to now be a part of the new lifeboat at Invergordon He is missed & loved everyday x x x

Denis “Dinny” Bullock

Dinny, beloved Great Granddad, Granddad, Dad and husband and brother. Supporter to RNLI for as long as any of us can remember. Deeply loved and missed by his family and friends both in Ireland and the UK. A proud Yorkshire man who created endless happy memories for us all. Remembered with love coming up to his first anniversary ❤️

Gloria Bell

This is my mother in law , me & Harley didnt get to know her as she passed before we joined her family. Steven speaks of his mum with a tear and a smile, she & her recently late husband Gordon were his everything. Family & friends talk about her so much with so many stories from weekends with the grandkids to holidays with friends. She is the heart of the our family even after she was gone , she is love and missed so deeply. But we have comfort her and Gordon are reunited.

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Arnie Mills

In memory of Arnie Mills (1937 - 2018), much loved husband, Dad and Grandad. He was a lifelong supporter of the RNLI, and enjoyed many years sailing around the Irish sea and the West coast of Scotland. He would have been delighted to know that he is still sailing in Scottish waters with the new lifeboat at Invergordon.

John Alan Cope

The most amazing husband, father, grandad (grang) and friend to many. We will miss and love you forever. Sure you would be so proud to see your name on an RNLI lifeboat.

Robert Charles Wallen

Always in our thoughts and in our hearts. We lost you too soon.