WE regret to record the death of the above deacon, who passed away on the 7th of April, in the 71st year of his age. He came from the Braes district to Portree last October, but was not destined to occupy his new home long. Donald had the spirit of the poor and needy, who do not trust in themselves or in their own righteousness for salvation, but in the great Saviour of the lost. In prayer he was edifying, his exercises being clear, orderly, and expressive of the feelings and desires of those who are taught of the Spirit.
He was a devoted and loyal office-bearer in the congregation, and we shall miss him especially in our prayer meetings.
To his widow and family we extend our deepest sympathy in their great loss, and we earnestly hope that the Lord will enable them to follow in the footsteps of those who, through faith and patience, inherit the promises.
D. M. M.