A remembrance of Tam Hutchison, written by his friend David Anderson, celebrating Tam’s kindness, loyalty and the friendship they shared.

Relationship: I was in care at the same time as them Location: East Coast of Scotland Tribute:I was in the same residential unit as Brandon for 4 1/2 years. He was like a brother to me and we got on very very well. He was a keen footballer, the same as me. The residential unit had its own football team and we played against other young people in other residential placements. He loved music, particularly rap and dance music. His death affected me greatly and still does to this

Relationship: Through work Location: Renfrewshire Tribute:From a young age both experienced trauma in their home / family lives. They enjoyed music and going shopping. Care Placement: Residential Care Age Entered Care: Very young This remembrance was shared in accordance with SUYCT’s Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.

Relationship: We were in care and lifelong friends Location: Gilmerton, Edinburgh Tribute:James was a lifelong friend that I came to know when he resided in Ferniehill YPC where my girlfriend Nathalie lived. James was a funny wee guy who was full of life: loved football and socialising with his friends. James in adulthood became a father to James, Leah and Nathan. James earned his wings suddenly on 30th July 2017. James is loved and will not be forgotten. Date of Birth:1983 C

Relationship: Care family and friend Location: Midlothian and Edinburgh Tribute:Laura was a lifelong friend who earned her wings in 2013. Laura was a mum to Courtney who she doted on. Laura was and is loved by all who were privileged to know her and will never be forgotten. Care Placement: Residential and Secure This remembrance was shared in accordance with SUYCT’s Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.

Relationship: Lifelong friend Location: Edinburgh Tribute:Alex (Twinny) was brother to Brian (Twinny) and Kirsty who left earthside for something better on 16 May 2022. Alex was a friend but closer to my twin brother, we met in residential care and have known my whole life. Alex was cheeky but also kind and funny. Much like his brother Brian, Alex faced many obstacles in his short life but was loved. Care Placement: Residential, foster, secure This remembrance was shared in a

Relationship: Friend (lifelong) Location: Edinburgh Tribute:Brian was a twin like me, and was a kind cheeky wee guy, but the quieter. He shared the nickname twinny with his brother Brian who he was stuck to like glue: they would do everything together. Brian joined the armed forces at 18 and was briefly stationed at Glencorse. Brian told me that he joined because he wanting the security and respect of serving his country. The army life was not meant for Brian and he left. Bri

Relationship: Was in care and have known as friend my whole life Location: From Edinburgh lived in Musselburgh Tribute:Dean was a lifelong friend who family are from Niddrie so grew up in childhood and met again in St Katherine's and other units across the city. Dean was the big brother you never had, would look out for you and was always making sure you were okay. I maintained contact with Dean into adulthood and would see him right up until his passing in 2019. Care Placeme

Relationship: I knew Sara from an early age as we both came from Niddrie in Edinburgh and were in care at the same time. Sara best friend Mo lived in Northfield with me and would visit daily. Location: Craigmillar Edinburgh Tribute:Sara meant a lot to me. I know her younger sister Tracey who was in care with my brother and sister who were placed together across the city and her brother Kevin. Care Placement: Residential, kinship maybe other This remembrance was shared in acco

Relationship: Friend Location: Northern Ireland Tribute:Martin was his own person, he presented himself to the world as someone that did not care what anyone thought, he had a big heart. When he came into the room his presence was felt even if he said or did nothing. He never judged and made the world so much nicer!!! Date of Birth: 19 Care Placement: Foster, Residential, psychiatric care Age Entered Care: 12 This remembrance was shared in accordance with SUYCT’s Privacy Poli

Relationship: Through my work Location: Stornoway and Glasgow Tribute:She was someone looking for the stars Date of Birth: Tanya was 25 when she died on Friday the 4th of December 2020 Care Placement: a range of different care placements This remembrance was shared in accordance with SUYCT’s Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.

Relationship: Colleague Location: Glasgow Tribute:From when I got to know Tony, because he was able to take a role on in my team, I was hugely taken by his character, ambition and his honesty. He’d already survived a life many couldn’t ever contemplate living with by the time he came to us. The work he’d done to survive was nothing short of miraculous. This was how I knew Tony’s determination to beat the odds; prove nay-sayers wrong; speak the truth and live his truth was unr

Relationship: Was in care with him Location: Alexandria Tribute:William was like a younger brother to me. I would hope he looked up to me as a role model. When he took his own life, it had a big impact on me. It broke my heart as I was very close to him. He was misunderstood as all he wanted to do was help the community. Date of Birth: 2008 Care Placement: Residential care Age Entered Care: 2 years old This remembrance was shared in accordance with SUYCT’s Privacy Policy and

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Remembrance 1 Relationship: She was in my friends group which included cousins of mine and various other friends Location: Helensburgh Tribute:She was a close friend within our friend’s group and we got on very well. I knew she took the death of her boyfriend very hard but didn’t expect her to commit suicide even though she said she always wanted to be with him. Remembrance 2 Relationship: I worked with this young person. Location: Argyll & Bute Tribute:Neve was such an outgo

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Lynn Whitty: Wandsworth London - 1950 - 1993 Story of Lynn: In Loving Memory of My Mum I am writing this to remember and honour the life of my mum, who left us far too soon at the age of 43. Though her life was filled with challenges, her love and bravery shone brightly, touching the hearts of everyone who knew her. Mum faced her share of battles, struggling with alcoholism and mental health issues that began during her time in the care system. Despite the hardships she endu