AYRES (Buckie/ Barrhead). With sadness, Sqn/Ldr Victor Ayres (retired) of the Royal Air Force, passed away in Dr Gray's Hospital Elgin, on Sunday, February 28th, 2021, after recently suffering a short non-covid related illness, aged 75 years. Devoted husband to the late Frances, loving father and grandfather, cherished friend to many, he will be sadly missed. "Clear skies and tailwinds Dad". Funeral service was private due to current health guidelines.