Mrs Aileen Paterson
Cremation Service
Location
Warriston Crematorium Lorimer Chapel
36 Warriston Road
Edinburgh
EH7 4HW
Date & Time
1:00pm Thu 12th Apr 2018
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Condolences
Jane wrote
5th Apr 2018
So very saddened to hear of the passing of this lovely lady.She was a friend of my granny Madge Yellowlees from morningside and as a little girl I was honoured to play the Maisie mascot at events.Love to the family xxx
Kate wrote
5th Apr 2018
We dearly loved her stories about Maisie and her thoughtfulness in her handwritten replies to some of my pupils' letters will never be forgotten. My granddaughter Lily, aged four is the next family member enjoying the wonderful tales from a wonderful author - she will be forever in children'shearts thanks to Maisie.
Anne wrote
4th Apr 2018
It is with great sadness to learn of Aileen's passing.I worked with her in my role as chairperson with Morningside Traders Association when she drew up an image for us for use on our eco bags, mugs, coasters for our #shop local campaign.My thoughts are with her family and friends at this sad time.
Heather wrote
3rd Apr 2018
To Aileen's family: I enjoyed a long friendship with Aileen, beginning around 1964, not meeting regularly but – Edinburgh fashion – bumping into each other in town now and again, and enjoying a long catch-up chat.I loved the person, and her work, brightening up my kitchen in a range of Maisie mugs, and on the back of Edinburgh buses.Her last Christmas card will always be treasured. I will miss the catch-ups, and know how much she will be missed by her own folks.
Bill wrote
31st Mar 2018
Aileen was a good friend. We were neighbours in Newtonhill, Kincardineshire, in the late 1960s. And we have been corresponding by post over the last five years. When an envelope dropped through the letterbox with her distinctive handwriting, I knew I was in for a treat. Her letters were always witty, thoughtful, and beautifully written and illustrated. On April 12th, my thoughts will be for Kim, Siobhan and Liam, and all her many friends.
Usman wrote
30th Mar 2018
We leave our condolences to a wonderful human who was and is an inspiration, a beacon of hope, strength, light and independence.Your legacy and the positive touch and impact that you left on the earth and it’s people will be forever remembered, cherished and honoured, both near and far. We are so proud to call you our mother and our grandmother, and will continue to keep you within our thoughts our actions and our prayers, as always.From your family in London and in Africa; Chantal Ayodeji, Araba Ayodeji, Tariye Ekineh
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Edinburgh
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