I just got word from his brother that Angus passed away early on Friday morning. He had been battlinglymphoma for some time. I knew him both on and off Wikipedia, and am so sad that he is gone -Alison❤12:35, 18 November 2019 (UTC)[reply]
I never knew Angus in real life, but I looked up to him as a Wikipedian. He was always kind and thoughtful. He contributed so much in content and discussion. I wish he were still here. Rest in peace Angus. --Brianann MacAmhlaidh (talk)02:23, 23 November 2019 (UTC)[reply]
What a great friend and example Angus was to us with his steady, intelligent editing (very sound in Anglo-Saxon matters), his kindly support and his looked-for seasonal greetings. It is hard and very sad to part with him, but it was a privilege to travel here in his company.Eebahgum (talk)15:07, 17 March 2020 (UTC)[reply]
Just thought I'd add here, didn't know Angus at all, virtually or otherwise as far as I know, no doubt I have benefitted unknowingly from many of his contributions. Anyway came here as a result of searching through the many Scottish political maps he created on Commons, something I often view and use but have no experience in creating - another area where his input is clearly missed. So just thought I'd weigh in to the recognition of his efforts. My wife had lymphoma, must have been around the same time, a wee sneaky invasive cancer (not that any type is nice). Thankfully she survived. As anyone been awarded the Quaich yet? Seems a shame to create it but not to award it.Crowsus (talk)19:00, 2 April 2021 (UTC)[reply]
I can't think of what at the moment, but it would be nice and fitting if we could find some way of honoring / institutionalising his memory in some way, perhaps via one of the WikiProjects most associated with his work (Middle Ages, Scotland, etc). Some sort of Angusmclellan (Memorial) award or barnstar?Deacon of Pndapetzim (Talk)18:15, 26 November 2019 (UTC)[reply]
An excellent idea. I never knew Angus personally, but what limited interaction I had with him on WP was always helpful and extremely positive. How about the "McLellan Quaich" for excellent contributions to Scottish coverage in Wikipedia? Just a thought. --Cactus.man✍20:37, 26 November 2019 (UTC)[reply]
A very sad loss indeed. Angus was knowledgeable, able, kindly and disinclined to get involved in drama - I echo Brianann's comments above and support the 'McLellan Quaich' idea.BenMacDui16:42, 30 November 2019 (UTC)[reply]
PS Here's a start:
The McLellan Quaich
Deacon's idea is very fitting and Cactus.man's proposal for aMcLellan Quaich coupled with Ben MacDui's design of such an award are ideal. --Bill Reid | (talk)19:34, 2 December 2019 (UTC)[reply]
Thanks to@Ben MacDui: for knocking up a prototype award. Can I suggest using the following image instead:File: Quaich.jpg. I think it's an improvement because it's a cleaner representation of the quality of siversmith work and celtic imagery typically crafted into the handles.
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