"We are all shocked to hear the sad news and I guess even more so myself as Auntie Joan has been such a huge part of my life ever since I was a wee boy. All the great memories from the holidays we have had in Aberdeen and Kingussie will stay with me for evermore. I guess what was so great about Auntie Joan was her creativity and many of her thoughtful presents of art and design are scattered throughout our house so her memory will live on.... I know it is a hard time for you all and our thoughts are with you. We won’t manage over to the service on the 15th although I’m sure it will be a moving event that will demonstrate how Auntie Joan enriched so many people’s lives." (Scottish nephew and family)