Norman Mackay, Geocrab

Stornoway Gazette, 24 April 1942
The village of Geocrab has suffered yet another loss in the death of Seaman Norman Mackay, in hospital, from wounds received through enemy action. Norman was the first from the village to obey the country's call; he volunteered for active service immediately at the outbreak of hostilities . After two and a half year's service without mishap, his death comes as a sad blow to his friends at home and on active service. He was 22 years of age, very popular at home and much respected by both officers and men of his ship's crew. The village and friends at home and abroad extend much heartfelt sympathy to his sorrowing widowed mother and family.