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Happy 70th Birthday Mr Vice-President Back

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On Sunday 12th February 2017 Clan Society Vice President, Robert Shand (Robin) Thoms, will celebrate his 70th Birthday. Robin has been a member of Society for almost 48 years and visited Glenshee with his father before that. He has served as Vice-President for more than 30 years and has made an invaluable contribution to the Society's success.

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To celebrate this important milestone the branches and members of the Clan MacThomas Society have sent the following greetings to Robin. Beneath the messages is a Gallery of photographs of Robin over the years.

From the Branches:

The European Branch sends best wishes to Robin Thoms on his 70th Birthday. We hope that you have a wonderful day and thank you for the great support that you have given to us over the years.

Mary Grundberg - Branch Secretary.

The North America Branch wishes Robin Thoms a very Happy Birthday and thanks him for his service to the Clan over more than thirty years.

The members of the Australian Branch send greetings to Robin Thoms on his 70th Birthday and thank him for his support over many years.

From Individual Members:

Robin - Many congratulations on reaching this milestone. Your loyal and continuous support over the decades has been greatly appreciated. Finegand.

Robin, Very many congratulations on reaching the milestone birthday of 70 years. Have a special day with your family. With best wishes.
Gillian MacThomas, UK.

Robin, Many congratulations on your 70th. A clansman of great distinction!

Best wishes.

Stuart Thom, UK.

Dear Robin! Thinking of you on your birthday, and wishing you all the best! We all are looking forward to seeing you again this summer!
The Ems Highlander Pipes and Drums, Germany.

Best regards Robin - Jenny Dalton-Thom, Australia.

Dear Robin, Congratulations on your 70th. I am pleased you have joined me in that decade. Over the years you have strongly supported the Clan Society, well done. My best memory of you is when you address the Clan at the Cockstane and at the Clan Dinner. All the best.
Grahame Thom, Australia.

Robin. Congratulations on your 70th birthday and we wish you many more! We won't be at the Gathering this year but we will be there in spirit as you tell your stories at the Cockstane and your presentation of the haggis. They are a wonderful part of MacThomas history for all who witness them. I hope I can again before too long.
Cathy and Jerry Ludemann, USA.

Happy Birthday Wishes Robin from Brian and Martina Thom (UK). we are sorry that we shall not be at the Gathering this year because of ill health. We have looked forward to seeing everyone at the Gathering but this time it is not to be. Happy Memories of time spent together over the years.

Happy Birthday to a wonderful story-teller and Clan Vice-President!

Judith McCombs, USA.

Dear Robin Congratulations on your birthday. The happiness of your son is a reflection of your enthusiasm for the Society. All the best wishes.
Yours Richard Praetorius, Germany.

Robin , Wishing you a very Happy Birthday and hope you have a great day!
Vanessa Oyama Thoms, Scotland.

A very happy birthday, Robin, and many, many more!!!

Wendy Thomson, USA.

Haven't met you - but hope to in August! Happy 7th decade!

Joy & Doug Thom, USA.

Dear Robin. My family and I would like to extend our best wishes to you on your 70th birthday, and to thank you for all your contributions to the success of Clan MacThomas. As Aye.
Hamish J. Thoms, Canada.

Happy 70th Birthday to the best Dad in the world! You truly area an amazing man and I am so blessed to call you Dad. Thank you for everything - especially for your passion for Scotland and the Clan, which you have most certainly passed onto me. Lots of love Kirstie (Thoms, UK).

Jon P. Hedges (UK) wishes Robin a very Happy 70th Birthday and hopes that he enjoys the day.

Gallery showing Robin Over the Years

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