In Celebration of
Elizabeth Sproat
25 January 1955 - 27 November 2016
Elizabeth W Sproat, aged 61, passed peacefully on 27th November 2016 at Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy.
Elizabeth a devout Christian and eager church goer devoted many an hours to helping others and those in need. Selflessly she went out her way to spend time with older, infirm members of the community regularly sharing cups of tea, a listening ear and prayers. She loved helping and organising church events such as the children's holiday club, where she could notably be found issuing orders in "her" church kitchen, arranging and delivering flowers and arranging many meals with the ladies of the church. In years passed she regularly attended along with her late husband and children the local Sunday service at the John Douglas Nursing home perhaps in hope to bring comfort and a family atmosphere to the residents.
Elizabeth was a very involved mother. She attended PTA meetings and like to run the show. An avid guide leader she loved to immerse herself in helping children and young people learn and enhance their life skills. As her children became teenagers her house was regularly chaotic with groups of teenagers, some who still visited her until she passed away.
For many years Elizabeth helped run the family business H.B Sproat butchers in Newmills. It was often said she was the brains behind the business and Harry was the patter merchant.
She was notably recognised for her love to bake and feed people. There are not many problems that can't be solved with a pot of soup and a piece of cake. To feed people meant she could give the warmth and comfort from her heart that often got lost in words via a lecture or telling off. Who needs google when Elizabeth had her recipe book. Notably not all of her children inherited her talent for baking.
Elizabeth was a strong, stubborn, kind hearted, caring, strict, old fashioned, patient, compassionate, hilarious, loving and honest soul. She was the ultimate warrior who embodied everything anyone could ever wish to become.
Elizabeth Sproat, wife of the late Mr Harry Sproat (Tobermory),
Survived by daughters Lynne Sproat, Mairi Rockliffe, Kirsty Sproat and Irene Sproat
Son in law Iain Rockliffe
Grandchildren Seonaid-May, Calleigh, Niamh Alvoet and Duncan and Frazer Rockliffe
Siblings Gerald Pearce and Jim Pearce.
Her funeral will take place on Tuesday 6th December 12.15pm at North Parish Church, Dunfermline, 1.15pm Dunfermline Crematorium and thereafter North Parish Church for light refreshments. Wear some purple if possible.
The family wish to thank everyone for their support and help during the past few weeks.
They respectfully ask for no flowers instead please give donations to the Tobermory RNLI, a charity close to the family's heart.
Elizabeth a devout Christian and eager church goer devoted many an hours to helping others and those in need. Selflessly she went out her way to spend time with older, infirm members of the community regularly sharing cups of tea, a listening ear and prayers. She loved helping and organising church events such as the children's holiday club, where she could notably be found issuing orders in "her" church kitchen, arranging and delivering flowers and arranging many meals with the ladies of the church. In years passed she regularly attended along with her late husband and children the local Sunday service at the John Douglas Nursing home perhaps in hope to bring comfort and a family atmosphere to the residents.
Elizabeth was a very involved mother. She attended PTA meetings and like to run the show. An avid guide leader she loved to immerse herself in helping children and young people learn and enhance their life skills. As her children became teenagers her house was regularly chaotic with groups of teenagers, some who still visited her until she passed away.
For many years Elizabeth helped run the family business H.B Sproat butchers in Newmills. It was often said she was the brains behind the business and Harry was the patter merchant.
She was notably recognised for her love to bake and feed people. There are not many problems that can't be solved with a pot of soup and a piece of cake. To feed people meant she could give the warmth and comfort from her heart that often got lost in words via a lecture or telling off. Who needs google when Elizabeth had her recipe book. Notably not all of her children inherited her talent for baking.
Elizabeth was a strong, stubborn, kind hearted, caring, strict, old fashioned, patient, compassionate, hilarious, loving and honest soul. She was the ultimate warrior who embodied everything anyone could ever wish to become.
Elizabeth Sproat, wife of the late Mr Harry Sproat (Tobermory),
Survived by daughters Lynne Sproat, Mairi Rockliffe, Kirsty Sproat and Irene Sproat
Son in law Iain Rockliffe
Grandchildren Seonaid-May, Calleigh, Niamh Alvoet and Duncan and Frazer Rockliffe
Siblings Gerald Pearce and Jim Pearce.
Her funeral will take place on Tuesday 6th December 12.15pm at North Parish Church, Dunfermline, 1.15pm Dunfermline Crematorium and thereafter North Parish Church for light refreshments. Wear some purple if possible.
The family wish to thank everyone for their support and help during the past few weeks.
They respectfully ask for no flowers instead please give donations to the Tobermory RNLI, a charity close to the family's heart.
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