Peter Ogilvie, born out of wedlock around 1816 in the vibrant city of Edinburgh to parents James Ogilvie and Jane Tait.

With an ardent desire for education and advancement, Peter took the bold step of petitioning the Earl of Seafield, a distant cousin on his paternal lineage, for assistance. It is with deep gratitude that we acknowledge the Earl’s benevolence in securing a coveted place for Peter at Aberdeen University, where he diligently pursued his studies and earned his M.A.

In the year 1850, a momentous occasion marked the union of Peter with Ann Charlotte Smith in the charming setting of North Leith. Ann, the daughter of James Smith, a distinguished Merchant in Leith, brought her own legacy and grace to their partnership.

A distinctive feature of Peter’s life was his decision to adopt the middle name of Boyne in his census records, a testament to his profound pride in his lineage, descending from the esteemed Boyne Ogilvie.

In 1851, Peter assumed the role of a Math Master at a school nestled in the idyllic town of Lochgelly, Fife, where he imparted knowledge and inspired young minds.

In 1852 with the birth of his daughter Jane, whose untimely passing in 1859 cast a shadow over the family in Lochgelly, Fife.

By 1861, Peter’s career path led him to the esteemed position of Master at the Iron Company’s School in Lochgelly, Fife, a testament to his dedication to the pursuit of knowledge and education.

In the year 1871, Peter found himself residing at the Mission House in Stennes, Firth & Stennes, Orkney, displaying his commitment to spiritual and educational endeavors. A mere year later, he returned to the vibrant city of Edinburgh for the birth of his beloved son, James Ogilvie.

Peter’s journey took an altruistic turn as he assumed the roles of chaplain and teacher at the Prison in Jedburgh, where he dedicated himself to the moral and intellectual betterment of those within its walls. It was in this noble pursuit that Peter Ogilvie breathed his last in 1885, a man whose impact far exceeded his humble origins.

Today, his resting place at Castlewood Cemetery, Jedburgh, bears no memorial.