A Scottish Piper at the Crematorium today in Dunfermline, Fife, Scotland.
Attended the funeral today of John Watt which took place at 11.30am on Tuesday 8th November, 2011, at the Crematorium at Masterton Road, Dunfermline, Fife, Scotland. John was a fine singer, songwriter who I had known for 40 years and the service today was truly a celebration of his life. The service, like John, was truly unique, with lots of laughter, music, singing and applause. The opening Eulogy was given by Jimmy Hutchison, followed by The Kielder Hunt, sung by Tommy Bonar. A Tribute to John was then spoken by David Watt, John's brother, followed by Memories of John spoken by Mary Stewart. Tich Frier then sang Owt for Nowt, followed by Rab Noakes, who sang Eden's Flow. Pete Clark and the Lomond ceilidh Band ended the service by playing a selection of John's songs and music.
John was one of the best singer, songwriters Scotland has ever produced, and his songs will be remembered and sung long into the future. My own favourite is Pittenweem Jo, though his most famous song is probably the Kelty Clippie. John was a good man who brought laughter and friendship into the lives of many people. R.I.P
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