Gerald Cunningham

“One of three sons for John and Mary Cunningham of Garthdee, the family shared a devout faith.

“Gerald’s father ran a sawmill and his mother raised the children at home, but the Church was an important part of their lives and routine. As such Gerald was educated at Blairs College – sometimes known as St Mary’s College, Blairs – a junior seminary for boys and young men hoping to enter the priesthood.

“These studies would whet his appetite for travel as during that time he was able to study in Italy and Spain. This ignited another passion for Latin.

“Gerald was fluent in the ancient language, which would stand him in good stead for his law career. His transfer from Blairs to Aberdeen University was no doubt made easier by a solid understanding of the Classics, aiding him in learning legal terms.

“But while Gerald had opted out of formal ministry, one of his brothers did go on to enter the priesthood.”

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