Mr. Stevenson said:
"Joe McKay was a real community man and a became a distinguished public servant over his time on Moray Council. Whenever I met Joe, I was always brought up to date with local issues. A genuine character who I shall miss. He put his ward first - and as Moray's oldest serving councillor, he was an important voice for older people in the community.
"News of his passing is very sad indeed and my thoughts are with his family at this time."
"News of his passing is very sad indeed and my thoughts are with his family at this time."