Launch a Memory Invergordon

Charles and June Haidon

Miss you so much, thank you for everything xxx

Roger Woollard

We miss you every day. Dad was a kind, loving and generous husband, father and grand father. We all miss your sense of humour and laugh

Kenneth Gibson

I think about you everyday. Even though we never got to meet. As you passed away 5 months before I was born. But I had the privilege of being close to Gran. She told me everything about you. And that you and me would have been close. I know how much she missed you. I also know how happy she will now be being back with you. I hope I made you happy and proud in the way I looked after Gran all these years.

Joyce Margaret Gibson

Love and miss you everyday. Thank you for being an amazing Gran. Those last few days that we spent together in the hospital. Were the best and I will never forget them.

Derek Painter

A lifelong yachtsman first with Thorpe Bay Yacht Club and later in life as Commodore at Bradwell Quay Yacht. With his wife Liz they were particularly successful in leading the Club in the early 1990's, encouraging new as well as the established members to participate in the full range of sailing and social activities. Derek understood the importance of the RNLI’s lifesaving work actively sponsoring fund-raising activities in the local sailing community.

David James Reavey

David loved the sea and was a keen surfer in his younger days. He admired and supported the brave volunteers of the RNLI, making regular monetary contributions. He would be thrilled to know that his name lives on on this very special lifeboat. (1951-2013)

Roger Dickens

Roger lost his life to bowel cancer in 2016 aged 67. He was never happier than to be by the sea. It was his happy place. We love and miss him terribly but having his name on the new lifeboat has lifted our spirits so much. Sail with pride Rog x

Caroline Solway

Caroline was the very best wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed life to the full until she was sadly taken too early at the tender age of 57. Loved to bits and missed every day.

Ann Nicol

Two years ago cancer cruelly robbed you of a future and us of a sister, mother and grandmother. We all still feel the pain if your loss.

Lionel Royce

Love and miss you, four long years now. I know you will be pleased to have your name on a lifeboat in support of the brave men and women who so often risk their lives to save others. xx

Jimmy Marshall

My Dad was born in Fraserburgh to a family with a long fishing history. He loved fishing, boats and anything generally water related. He moved to Great Yarmouth as a child and later joined the Merchant Navy and travelled the world, but eventually came back to fishing. He always seemed happiest when on water. Unfortunately he died, on his boat, aged 42. We had his name included so he could once again go to sea and it seems fitting that he will be returning to the land of his birth.

John Corby

My dad was in the Royal Navy for 15 years and this dedication is to honour his service and love of the sea

John hurst

My dad loved being out on a boat fishing and he would of been so proud to have seen his name on the side of the life boat.

Leonard H Thomas - my father

Remembering all your voyages on RRS Discovery II to the Antarctic (1929-1939), then aboard HMS Ulster Queen on the Arctic Convoys to Murmansk and Archangel, the Mediterranean and then the Far East in WW2. All these as a Merchant seaman from the age of 17 when you sailed away from your home town of Portsmouth and your family to have amazing adventures and suffer dreadful experiences. You were so appreciative of the RNLI and so I dedicate this to you. Keep sailing. Always in my heart. xx

Geoffrey Ellis 1924 - 2018

My Dad loved the sea and always admired the brave volunteers of the RNLI. He would be thrilled to know that his name lives on on this very special lifeboat.

Peter Crook

As children no matter where we were, we would go and find the lifeboat station if there was one. We would look in awe of how big they appeared out of the water. Yes these visits would include the shop if they had one. Even on holiday with my husband now we visit as he also likes to visit and donate. Every time we visit I remember my dad x

William Kinstrie Frame

William Kinstrie Frame or Bill as he was known was born in Lanarkshire and in his early life worked for an electrical installation company. In the early 1970 he was sent to Invergordon to work on contruction of the oil rigs. He joined what was known as the "Glasgow Colony" He had many happy memories of this time spent there As a family man he enjoyed holiday time in Salcombe, Devon and Filey, Yorkshire both of which have lifeboats and these memories often linked to his time spent in Invergordon

David Sharp

David was a lifetime angler, he loved being near the water he found it very relaxing hence us moving to be near the sea when we retired, he would be so proud to see his name on the lifeboat. Sadly taken far too early by cancer, a much loved husband, father, step-father and grandad xxxx

Jack CHIVERS

My father is a WW11 Dunkirk veteran serving as a naval officer throughout the war. He had a great passion for the sea and during his life living in Torbay enjoyed skippering passenger vessels , went out fishing with trawlers from Brixham and had his own fishing boats . He was a great supporter of the RNLI and I am supporting his passion with this gift .

Fred Crowhurst

Dad was rescued from the sea when his ship was torpedoed in WW2. A very loving and generous man, he nevertheless always loved being by the sea and would be proud to know his name now spearheads the rescue of others.

Norman Griffiths (Grandad)

Our love of lifeboats and the RNLI came from holidays in Cornwall and your love, support and unbelievable knowledge of all things RNLI.

Patrick Holding

The RNLI was the only charity he supported, and he did so because he was appalled that crews risked their lives without any government funding.

Mary Edna Young

Mary lived near the sea all her life and we spent many hours together enjoying walks along the seafront or just sitting on the promenade passing the time of day. Happy times and many fond memories.

Rab McAllister

Rab would be so proud to have his name on RNLB boat .. he was a Padi Diver trained through The British Army he was a boy soldier and loved life to the full sadly he was killed by an IED in 2006 aged 47 in Iraq ... Forever in our hearts ... Forever the soldier❤️ xxx

Ralph Charles Leyland

Happy heavenly 40th Birthday Ralph you are so missed. We love you your loving Family

Alan Gleave

You loved helping your family, you also loved to be beside the Seaside, and you loved the RNLI, you will now also be helping the RNLI family too just like you did for us.

James Fisher

Still greatly missed, you will be in our hearts forever.

David Ralph Woolf 1935-2008

David loved Sailing his various boats. When he couldn’t manage to sail any longer he bought a powerboat and enjoyed rescuing for Waldringfield Sailing Club.

Herbert Cyril Petfield

My dad introduced us to the sea at Hastings and we spent many a happy hour there, including watching the launch of the lifeboat on rescue missions. Our love of the sea was shared within all the family and stays with us today. Sadly dad has been gone for a long time but I know he will be proud to continue his love of the sea on the Shannon lifeboat and every time the lifeboat is launched.

Herbert and Patricia Miriam Ford.

Our father lived and died by the water and our mother always supported the RNLI this seemed a fitting tribute to both of them.

James F Benbow

James F Benbow 1930-2003 out again on a lifeboat saving lives at sea.

Tristan Coxon

For Tristan my daughter Lara’s first born who sadly only lived for two days.

Claire M Mc Kenna

In Loving Memory. This is for you Claire. Wife, Mother to Sue and Gill and Grandmother to Charlie. We all miss you.

Sue Drummond

Lifeboats were always special to Sue, as her Dad was a Scarborough trawlerman and his cousins were in the Scarborough lifeboat. She would be proud to know that she’s part of the team on Agnes A P Barr

Lesley Broadfield

In loving memory of Lesley my late wife and mother who passed away with M.N.D. 5th February 2015,Lesley loved the sea and boats,and was a regular door to door collector for the R.N.L.I. for many years,she also ran the galley and cadets messing facilities at the Kingston Upon Thames Sea Cadet Corps for many years,Lesley worked as a Midwifery Assistant on the wards and clinic at Kingston Hospital over thirty years,she is greatly missed by all that knew her.

Carl Batten

Carl was a bright , funny young man whose life always involved a challenge. He was a PADI diver, golfer, musician but most of all a biker. His motor bike was his great love. In 2008 a tragic accident left him with life changing injuries, those injuries changed his, his loving partner and the family's lives forever.In 2018 he passed away aged 50 leaving a hole in our hearts. RIP Carl enjoy this new challenge,may angels protect you all on the Agnes P Barr.

Steven Clynshaw

For our wonderful Son and brother and husband, in 6wks our lives were a rollercoaster you were diagnosed with terminal cancer and also married your soulmate even if it was only for 2 weeks before you passed away on 19/12/2016. We think you would have loved this, you loved being at the seaside and always had great respect for all RNLI volunteers. After you were taken from us so quickly this will be a lovely way to remember you for a very long time. We miss you every minute of every day xxxx

Edward Alleyne Williams

Edward always loved boats and the sea, starting with a small dinghy when very young and finally owning the yacht Easy Easy. He had many adventures during his life, a few fraught with danger, but had a wonderful life. He was a very positive man but unfortunately passed away in 2018 with cancer. He will always be in my heart and I miss him terribly. Rest in Peace my love.

Barry Sclare

My Dad loved boats and the sea. During World War 2, he served in RAF, working in air/sea rescue in Northern Ireland. Much later in life, living by Gareloch in Scotland, he was delighted to have his own small boat. He would be pleased and proud that his name is now among the many on this RNLI lifeboat.

Charles James Robert Carter

In loving memory of my Dad, lots of love always Allison, Steve, Harry and Scarlett xxxx

Michael Foote

In loving memory of our father Michael Foote who we lost back in 2004. Dad served in The Merchant Navy and was a lifelong supporter of the RNLI. He would be so proud to have his name on a lifeboat. We miss you every day xx

Bob Knights

Still missing you so much dad ❤️ Thought you’d love to be on the water again ..... Valhalla

GWYNDAF JONES

In loving memory of my father Gwyndaf Jones, a Merchant Seaman in his younger days and a true lover of the sea. He was the sole survivor of a tragic yachting accident on the Menai Straits in the early 1960's where 6 lives were lost. He always said that he was on borrowed time until his death in 1982 at the age of 52. His ashes were scattered on the Straits by Beaumaris RNLI. Always loved and still missed by all his family.

John Hardwick

This is for my Dad. He loved the sea and was an avid fisherman. He had never learnt to swim so he always supported the RNLI as in his words 'you never know when you might need em'. We lost Dad suddenly in 2019 and I know he would be over the moon to support the RNLI in this way. Always in our hearts x

William Nixon

You will live on in this lifeboat, saving lives through a charity you always supported. We miss you every day but b death, as in life, you are helping others. With love xxx

Harold Williamson

We lost our dad back in September 1983 , you are always in our thoughts Dad , will never forget you . X

Jack Edward Dyer

Jack. You live on in the hearts and minds of your loving family you left behind.

Gina Mead , Wife ,Mum ,Nanny ,Great Nanny ,Best Friend .

In Loving memory of a much loved ,wonderful lady ,who was taken from us after a brave stand against illness. Forever in our hearts and minds. We love and miss you.

Ron Capers

The sea was a large part of his life, he served in both The Royal and Merchant Navy and was a lifelong supporter of the RNLI. He was President of the RNA club and supporter of the local sea cadets TS Bacchante. We have a forever by the sea fund to continue supporting the RNLI in his memory but he would be so proud to have his name on a lifeboat. Loved and greatly missed xxx

Eric Offer

In memory of my grandad. Coxswain/Mechanic of Dun Laoghaire lifeboat from 1967 until his death in 1989, during which time he rescued 172 lives. In 1969 he was awarded the bronze medal for saving two men whose dinghies had capsized in Dun Laoghaire coal harbour. Proud to be his granddaughter. He’s missed every single day. There is no more fitting way to remember you than to have your name on a lifeboat. Back where you belong Grandad!

Jonny McIntosh

Jonny was a multi talented and caring man. He was very much loved by his siblings, nieces and friends. Sadly he felt he had to part from this world. I know he is always by my side, and no longer suffering mental and emotional anguish. I've written a poem (first time in my life I got lyrical) which I will post along with this dedication.

Bill Sutton

My Dad Bill Sutton was in the Merchant Navy in his early years, sailing out of Liverpool and loved everything to do with the sea. He passed away in 1985 aged 52 yrs but during his lifetime with us he gave myself and my four siblings our love of the sea, which we have shared with our children and grandchildren. It means so much to us that his name appears on a lifeboat.....for those in peril on the sea.... Thank you for all you do. Linda Henshall (nee Sutton)

Michael Bracey

My father Michael Bracey was a keen sailor, yachtsman, and lifelong supporter of the RNLI. I will always cherish happy memories of sailing with him both in dinghies , and on my parent's yacht in Salcombe. I am sure he would be proud to know, as we, his family all are, that his name is on a lifeboat.

Vera Read

A life long supporter of the RNLI. Childhood memories of visits to Vera (Nan) at her home in Herne Bay. We would regularly visit Whitstable, Margate and Ramsgate stations. She signed us grandchildren up to Stormy Stan’s club. With childhood dreams of becoming a member of the RNLI, & a 22year career at sea, I’m now a crew member at Mudeford RNLI. Thank you nan for your love and inspiration. Now it’s your turn to go to sea. Cutting through the seas on the bow of Shannon 13-37 xx

Robert George Hunt

My father was in the Royal Navy and supported the RNLI all his life. His ashes were scattered at sea and there can be no more fitting tribute than to have his name on a lifeboat to enable him to continue to be at sea.

Andrew George Griffiths

Our Grandad was a lifelong supporter of the RNLI. He always donated to this great cause. He passed away in 2002 and is very much missed by his family. We hope that by adding his name to the lifeboat that will be at Invergordon his memory will live on and he will be part of RNLI history.

James Hamlet Norton

Thank you for 50 wonderful married years. Watch over all who sail the seas especially in the Cromarty Firth where we scattered your ashes. Remembered for ever

Pete Toyne

In loving memory of a treasured father, grandfather, husband, brother and friend. May his generous and kindly spirit sail onwards.

Barry Masterman Mills

In memory of a wonderful father and grandfather who spent most of years sailing. Never happier than “messing around on the water”. How thrilled and proud you’d be to have your name on the bow of a Lifeboat. May all who sail in her and are rescued by her be in safe hands. Carry on boating Dad x

Michael D Hill

Michael was a rowing coach who loved being on the water. In February 2015, whilst preparing to coach a crew at Putney, his launch capsized. Chiswick RNLI assisted for many hours in the search for him, but sadly Michael was not found until 5 weeks later. Michael was a fun loving family man whose smile could light up a room. We’re proud that this lifeboat carries his name, and that Michael will continue to ‘live on’. Love you always xx

Nevil Butler

Nevil would have loved to know that his name is one of many on this lifeboat as his son Paul is part of the crew at bembridge Isle of Wight .Nevil was in the navy and after coming out he had worked with boats most of his life he worked at Groves And Gutteridge boat yard cowes iow for many years he will be love riding the waves again

My Father

In loving memory of my dad, William E Whittle born in Surry May 1905, He joined the Merchant Navy at the age of 14 and spent most of his life at sea. He die tragically on 7th Aug 1956 due to an accident aboard the S S Carthew which was docked in Barry S Glam. I was 6 at the time I still have memories of him leaving a present beside my bed when he returned home, Standing on his feet and dancing around the room, and the promise he made to take me dancing on my 18th Birthday. Sadly never to be.

Bill Whomes

This dedication remembers a true gentleman that we had the luck to have as our Dad. He would tell us of his time serving in the Navy during the war, he served on Minesweepers and spoke often and with happy memories of his time up in Scotland especially at Scapa Flow. When he would speak of his passing he requested a donation to be made to The Mumbles Lifeboat which is local to us. He would have been thrilled to know his name was on a lifeboat that would serve in Scottish waters. Thank You.

MICHAEL JOHN DANN

Mike left us sadley on 16th July 2019, his love and passion was the Royal Navy and being out at sea. On November 10th his ashes were scattered onboard the RNLI of Hartlepool out at sea as a special request by our mum. It was an amazing but sad experience to say the least but what Mike would have wanted. Now his name is high up there on the new Shannon sailing around and doing what he loved best. Enjoy every minute of your new journey Mike as you will never be forgotten Xxxxx

Jackie and Jill McKie

To our beloved parents. May the crew and the boat sail well, stay safe and save lives.

Alison Iris Eyers

Alison was a loving mum, devoted Grandma and very dear friend. She grew up close to the sea in Dorset and studied in Swanage. It was her dream to return to the coast and live with a sea view. Her dream is completed.

Rhoda Macdonald

We would like to make this Dedication to our Mum / Granny who passed away on the 23rd of June 2018 , sadly missed by us all xx

Felix Rabbetts

In loving memory of a wonderful Son, Grandson, Brother, Nephew, Cousin and a best friend to all his Carers. Words can not express how much you are missed. Gone but never forgotten and always in our hearts and memories we will treasure forever. So proud that your name will live on, out there saving lives. Fair winds and calm seas x

Natasha Elizabeth Marie Fitzpatrick

Our Mum died on the 26th march 2018 and she was 31 years old and we were 8 and 6. We miss her every day. We know she is our guardian angel and now she is one of the many guardians on this boat keeping people safe at sea.

William Ronald Sykes

Ron my wonderful husband who loved and cared for me since the day we met loved and missed by everyone love you dad Sue Stephen Joanne xxxx

Carole Anne Lillywhite

A wonderful mum nan & great nan who was loved 💕 so much We miss you every day xxxxx

Allen Jones

Dad loved the water and would be so proud to see his name on the boat going out to save lives with the brave RNLI crews xxx

Brigg lancaster

Keep smiling dad x

Patricia Kathleen Stapleton

Your bravery will live on alongside other hero’s helping people and saving lives. Sadly missed but forever in our hearts xx

Roy William James Ford

My Dad knew the Solent like the back of his hand sailing his own boats and as Skipper of the University of Portsmouth’s boat “Thrift”. So here you are Dad, sailing once more. We love and miss you.xxxxxxx

Liam mor Mc Donnell

Missed everyday by his family. His ashes were scattered at sea in Donegal where he was at his happiest

Dennis Mackenzie Elder

1933 - 2019 Dad loved living by the sea & always wanted his own boat. He will now always be able to ride the waves & help others as was always his way.

Terry Chapman

Dad loved living by the sea, we have many happy memories of time spent on the beach as a family. He was a supporter of Skegness RNLI so I know he would be proud of this dedication. Forever loved & deeply missed. God bless.

John Douglas Mcintosh

And now , at last we have something truly meaningful to connect us and remember you by . For the most patient, kind, giving, intelligent and compassionate dad . You inspire me every day . Please never stop guiding people by the light x x x

Brigg Lancaster

Brigg Lancaster died on the Isle of Eigg on 26/1/2003 age 31 leaving a widow and young daughter. The RNLI took him back to the mainland at Mallaig after he was declared deceased. Rest in peace kidder, your daughter is age 18 in 2020 and a credit you and her mum. Thank you RNLI as an ex active coastguard volunteer at Seahouses I understand the commitment and dedication required in such difficult circumstances.

Agnes lenehan

My mum would have loved to think her name is on the Shannon, she was a very proud supporter of the RNLI and admired the volunteers who give/ gave thier time and commitment. God speed Mum. X

Suzy Horobin

My amazing Mum - always loved, never forgotten. Now we can save lives at sea together x

Jim Long 26/01/49 - 24/12/14

Miss my smiling man so much. He was a golf pro & a great supporter of the Appledore Lifeboat & along with his Dad (who ran a pub in Northam) organised golf charity matches at Westwood Ho in aid of the RNLI.

Sharon Lynne Webb

My beautiful wife, taken far too soon on 3rd September 2018 . Aged just 50 years. A LOVE BEYOND LOVE that will always be . You are forever In my heart. Miss you oh so much xxx

My Mum Shirley Higgs

Our Dear Mum and Gran Forever loved forever missed. Xxxxx

William Castle

To a greatly loved Grampa who came from Whitstable and would most likely joined the RNLI as a Crew Member if he had not needed to come to London for work - to join the London Fire Brigade and eventually to be in charge of fighting the Dock fires during WW2.

Barry Prutton

1936-1991 In loving memory of our Dad, who loved his holidays by the sea. So many happy memories to treasure forever. Love and miss you always xx

Marjorie Anne Peacock 1924 - 2007

Mum loved being by the sea, she spent the last years of her life in Hastings and loved walking and playing bingo on the pier. We sailed to Singapore in the early fifties and she loved every minute of her cruise as she called it. She never learnt to swim so it will be great to think of her riding the waves. She was in awe of the RNLI and I know she would be proud of this dedication. Missed every day Mum.

Bill Whitehead

You never achieved your dream of travelling the seas on your own boat. Remembering you with the greatest love as your spirit rides the ocean for the benefit of others. Love you XX

Roger S Eustace

Dad, we miss you everyday and Olivia will know all about you I promise xxx

Derek Marples

We were too late to add Mum`s name so carry her safe with you Dad. For ever in all our hearts. Sweethearts back together.

Steven Bellfield

Ours was not a dramatic rescue by any stretch but could've been as we were caught up in a sudden offshore wind and outgoing tide on a brand new rib off Llgwy Bay in Anglesey. As the Irish sea beckoned and no amount of power was returning us to shore, I signalled my distress to fishermen on the nearby cliffs and a launch came from Moelfre to get us back to shore. Steven was an adventurer, life cut short by a heart condition at 38 but he lived, truly lived before that.

Michael John Quiney

We miss you every day Pa, but your memory never fades. You always supported the RNLI so it seemed a very fitting tribute to have your name on a Lifeboat. Love and miss you always x

Jean Shores

My nan, was always helping someone else. She was forever fundraising, for special equipment for my sister, to the hospital MRI scanner appeal, organising dances at the local village hall, or organising a sponsored walk with the participants carrying bags of cement on their shoulders. She never put herself first and would instantly want to help where needed, proving what a wonderful woman she was. My nan Jean is my inspiration, and I can only hope to be even half the woman she was. xxx

Thomas Lawson

Decicated to my lovely Dad who passed away 30th January 2015 , a fews weeks after being presented with his Ushakov medal for his bravery in Arctic convoys . So proud of him . This is a lovely way of keeping his memory .

Norman John hall

our years living on Skye allowed us to enjoy the deep love of the sea everyday. Just a touch x

Austin Brennan

I miss you every day, but your memory lives on Dad. You would have a good old chuckle at us, I'm sure. We even had your name put onto an RNLI lifeboat! Love you forever x

Peter & Christine Billingsley

You never did get to travel by sea, now your wishes have come true. We love and miss you both so very much. Happy voyages mum and dad xxxx

FREDDIE EDLIN

For 'andad Freddie who loved the sea and his garden . May your smiles spread far and wide to help others xxxxxx

Bryan Lawrence Cook

Gone too soon - thought about every day