The RSHGA is deeply saddened to learn of the recent passing of former Council Member George Mitchelson who was know throughout the Highland Games community.
An Angus man through and through, he threw himself with huge enthusiasm into all aspects of local life but it will be in the world of the games that he may be best remembered. He was heavily involved in the sadly gone but not forgotten Games at Arbroath and brought a degree of calm and insight to meetings of the national governing body. He brought a number of proposals for the betterment of the Games and his influence is still felt to this day.
He was instantly recognisable in the world of highland dancing and always had a kind word to say to everyone he encountered. He was a great raconteur and was possessed of a sharp sense of wit and humour. His passing is a sad day for all who knew and had the good fortune to work with him. Our thoughts are with his wife, children and wider family at this time.
Funeral is on Tuesday 10th November at 10.30am at Monifieth South Angus Church in the High Street and thereafter to Pitkerro Grove Cemetery, Drumsturdy Road DD5 3NY to which all who knew him are respectfully invited. The family has asked that all who knew him wear a splash of red in his honour and memory.