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There was an outpouring of grief following the announcement of the death of Janice Alexander, a beloved member of staff at Oban High School and a stalwart of Oban Saints Youth Football Club.

Catherine Wylie posted: ‘so sorry to hear such sad news, lovely lady in every way, thoughts are prayers are with Ian and the boys, herMum and mother in law. Will miss her smile and waving every morning as she passed by my house.’

Ann Matheson said: ‘A sad day especially for her family a lovely girl always with a smile on her face.’

Lindsay Allward wrote: ‘Such sad news, such a lovely lady, thoughts are with Janice’s family.’

Sheena MacLennan posted: ‘I am so very sad to read this. Janice was a a beautiful woman inside and out , she will be truly missed by all the lovely people of Oban.’

Doreen Gordon commented: ‘Beautiful lady inside and out, so sad, sending heartfelt condolences to all her family.’ Ruth Oliver posted: ‘Very sorry to hear this, sympathies to Iain and family.’

Iain Davidson offered: ‘All our thoughts are with Iain & boys at this very sad time. Sleep tight Janice.’

Pat Tyrrell said: ‘I am so sad to hear of Janice’s death. All those of us whose kids benefitted from their time in Oban Saints owe her a huge debt. She has been an inspiring woman. Thoughts and love to her family.’

Malcolm Leathem remembered: ‘Was a lovey person thinking off all the family my that’s go to you all take care.’

Mary Nicolson wrote: ‘An amazing lady with a heart of gold, you’ll be truly missed love Mary Jane and Christine.’ Dorothy Lockhart said: ‘Thoughts are with you Ian and family.’

Linda MacDonald commented: Lovely lady. Condolences.’

Gwen Cameron posted: ‘Thoughts are with Ian and the boys. Treasure the happy memories.’

Duggie Mackiggan wrote: ‘Very sad news, deepest sympathy to Iain and family.

Colline Mackiggan said: ‘Caring thoughts to Ian and the boys also the extended family, a lovely lady and neighbour.’

Emily Cornelius commented: ‘Sorry to hear this my thoughts are with you all.’