HAY, Andrew 7th of Rannes, Jacobite 1745 ^{1 2}

   Another name for Andrew was HAY, Andrew of Rannas.³

  General Notes:

"Andrew Hay, seventh of Rannes, was a leading Jacobite of the '45 rebellion and led the capture of the city of Manchester during the march south. The leather writing case which was a gift to him from Bonnie Prince Charlie can still be seen at Fyvie Castle. He went into hiding in France after the rebellion (no mean feat for a man who stood 7'2" in height) but returned to his estates in 1780. There is no truth in the much repeated tale that he disinherited his heir on account of the latter's marriage. In the absence of near male relatives, he was succeeded by his sister's son, Alexander Leith of Leith Hall, who changed his name to Leith-Hay. This family is now represented by Sir George Forbes-Leith of Fyvie, 4th baronet."

from Clan Hay

"Andrew Hay died unmarried, the 29th of August. 1789, aged 76, and his remains are deposited in this aisle (of Rathven Churchyard). Mr Hay was distinguished for those qualities which add grace and dignity to human nature. Possessed of true piety, he was an affectionate kinsman, a steady friend, a pleasant companion, and an honest man. The urbanity of his manners and the kindness of his disposition were universally felt and acknowledged. He made use of his fortune with that happy prudence which enabled him while alive to share its enjoyment with his friends, and to leave to his successor an ample and independent inheritance."

from Find A Grave ^{1 2}