17/05/2026
In Loving Memory of a True Master of the Garden: Worshipful Brother David Thomson
There are some men whose presence doesn’t just fill a room, but provides the very foundation upon which a brotherhood is built. Today, we stand in the shadow of a great loss as we collectively bow our heads to honor such a man. It is with a heavy heart and a profound sense of shared grief that we announce the passing of our Grand Master, Worshipful Brother David Thomson of the Ancient Order of Free Gardeners, Scotland, who transitioned to the Garden of Eden this May 2026.
To call David a "member" of our order would be a vast understatement. He was the embodiment of the Free Gardener’s spirit a man who understood that our craft is not merely about tradition, but about the constant cultivation of the soul and the selfless service to one’s fellow man. In every lodge he visited and every hand he shook, David sowed seeds of kindness, integrity, and wisdom. He spent his life tending to the bonds of our fraternity with the same patience and care a master gardener gives to his most prized blooms.
Under his leadership, the Ancient Order of Free Gardeners flourished. He led not with a heavy hand, but with a guiding light, reminding us all that the strength of our order lies in our unity and our commitment to charity. His wisdom was a sanctuary for many, and his dedication to the history and heritage of Scotland’s Free Gardeners ensured that our ancient light would continue to burn brightly for generations to come.
As he departs from our earthly lodge to find eternal rest in the Garden of Eden, we find comfort in the legacy he leaves behind. A legacy of quiet strength, unshakeable faith, and a brotherly love that knew no borders. The tools may be laid down, and the day’s work may be done, but the garden David helped grow will continue to thrive in the hearts of every Brother across the globe.
May he rest safely in the hands of the Great Gardener. Until we meet again in that eternal spring where no winter ever falls, may his memory be a blessing that keeps our spirits warm.
Fraternally yours,
Iain Vincent Immediate Past Grand Master
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