Much regret was expressed in Invergordon when it was learned that Flying Officer J. A. B. Somerville, RAF, had been killed on Sunday in a flying accident, the circumstances of which have not so far been divulged. Flying Officer Somerville, better known to his friends as Hamish, was a son of Dr and Mrs Somerville, 361 Lanark Road, Kingsknowe, Edinburgh. He was born in Invergordon, where his father was a medical practitioner for many years. Much sympathy is extended to his bereaved young wife, who is a daughter of Mr and Mrs William Tuach, Conon.

An appreciation:
Sincerely mourned by his many friends, Flying Officer J. A. B. Somerville met his death in a flying accident sustained in the course of duty. The deceased officer was the younger son of Dr. J. A. Somerville, formerly of Invergordon, where he passed his early days. He was educated at Sedbergh School, Yorkshire, where he had a successful scholastic career, and distinguished himself both at cricket and at rugby football.

On leaving school he adopted banking as his profession and in the service of the Commercial Bank of Scotland had given every sign of a most promising future. Some three years ago he joined the Edinburgh Squadron of the Auxiliary Air Force, and quickly displayed more than ordinary aptitude for flying. At the time of his death he was reckoned an unusually reliable and skilful pilot, and in the discharge of duty generally a most competent, efficient and loyal officer.

He was deservedly popular with officers and men alike, by whom his many lovable qualities were roundly esteemed. With his proved capacity and devotion to duty he combined a most charming modesty and delightful sense of humour which made his presence invariably welcome.

He has left behind him a young widow and infant son, to whom, as to his surviving parents, all north country friends will desire to extend their deepest sympathy.