Remembering “Mrs D”
A memorial service to celebrate the life of Anne Davidson will take place at:
St. Michael’s Parish Church,
The Cross, Linlithgow, EH49 7AL.
Monday 16th February. 12.00pm.
Anne Davidson
1946—2025
We are heartbroken to announce that “Mrs D” has passed away.
A woman at the forefront of the Scottish hospitality industry for over fifty years, Anne alongside her late husband Clive, took over Champany in January 1983, building their restaurant around Scottish produce with an unwavering passion for Scotch Beef and South African wine.
She will always be remembered as a devoted, energetic and kind host who was an inspiration to many who knew her.
Her impeccable fashion and style renowned, as were the shoes that ran her around the restaurant.
Guests on their first visit, or as regulars who returned, were met with “Welcome to Champany” as they walked in the door.
Anne knew the power of hospitality - bringing people together to sit round a table with food and wine, share stories, laughter and experiences.
Many strive to create a family culture within their team and that is what Anne did. For over forty years she successfully built the ‘Champany family’ which has included generations of families who have worked with her – all fiercely loyal to “Mrs D.”
Anne is survived by her children, Jason, Anna and Lucy and her cherished granddaughter Mirren.
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