Norman Veitch Lothian Barclay, a visionary entrepreneur and sports enthusiast, was born on October 5, 1925, and died on March 18, 1997, in Douglas, Isle of Man.

He led a life rich in adventure, prominently marked by his role in the business landscape and passion for sports. A pivotal chapter in Barclay’s professional journey was his establishment of Daniel Montgomery Limited, specializing in bottle closures for the Scotch whisky industry. Subsequently, he acquired Aberdeen Combworks Limited, a significant venture that he later sold to Lord Macfarlane’s Clansman Group. Norman served as a director of Macfarlane Group Clansman plc until his retirement, contributing significantly to the company’s growth.

His full obituary can be read in this 1997 article from The Herald.