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SGF mourns the passing of former president Lawrie Dewar MBE

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With deep regret SGF has announced the passing of former President and chief executive Lawrie Dewar MBE, who died peacefully at Randolph Hill in Dunblane on 18 April 2023. Dewar was 87 years old and is survived by his four children and their families. Sadly, his wife Nancy died in 2022. He served as President …

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