Former pupil Lord Donald Macarthur Ross, who rose to become one of Scotland’s most senior judges, died at the age of 98.
Regarded as one of the greatest judges of his generation, Donald served as Lord Justice Clerk from 1985 until 1997 and held a number of other prominent legal positions during a lengthy and distinguished career.
During his time at HSD he was awarded the Dux and after leaving school he was encouraged by his father and brother to aim for the Bar.
After graduating with an MA from the University of Edinburgh, he completed two years’ National Service with a commission in the Black Watch.
Returning to Edinburgh for his LLB, he won the class prizes in Scots Law, conveyancing and forensic medicine. He also won the Vans Dunlop scholarship.
He was admitted to the Faculty of Advocates in 1952 and gained a reputation as a skilled and tenacious junior.
A proud Dundonian and a keen supporter of the School, he became president of the Old Boys Club, continuing to attend class reunions into his 80s and to attend the Old Boys dinners until his 90s.
He was awarded honorary LLDs by various universities including Dundee and Abertay.
Lord Ross, who is predeceased by his wife Dorothy, is survived by daughters Kirsty and Catriona.
A fitting tribute can be found in The Courier: https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/obituaries/5288153/family-tribute-to-dundees-lord-donald-ross/