Family Notices
Watt (Inverness)
Peacefully at home on 27th March 2023, Nancy Watt, aged 87 years, Lochlann Road, Inverness. A dearly loved wife, mother and nana. Cremation private.
Andrews (Inverness)
Peacefully at Raigmore Hospital on 24thMarch 2023, Elizabeth Andrews, (Betty), aged 80 years, Cradlehall Gardens, Inverness. Beloved wife of the late Iain Andrews, a much loved sister and aunt. Funeral ceremony on Thursday 6th April at 1pm in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please.
Rae (Dingwall)
Peacefully in the loving care of the staff at Wyvis House Care Home, Dingwall on 22nd
March 2023, George McAndrew Rae, aged 88 years. A dearly loved husband, dad and grandad. Funeral private. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall.
MacKenzie (Inverness)
Peacefully in the loving care of Kingsmills Care Home, Inverness, Catherine Jane ‘Jean’ MacKenzie, aged 96 years, formerly of Culloden Road, Balloch. Wife of the late James ‘Jim’, mother to William, Anne, Neil and Moira, grandmother to Raymond, Kyle, Katie, Duncan and Eilidh, mother in law, sister, aunty and a friend to many. Rest gently. Service of thanks for family and friends will be held on Thursday 13th
April at 12.15pm in the Funeral Home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness; thereafter to Petty Cemetery, Tornagrain. Family flowers only please. Donations can be given at the service for Help to Hear Fund – SCIP. Car parking available at the funeral home.
Chalmers (Inverness)
Suddenly at home on 16th
March 2023, Alan Chalmers (Seal), aged 50 years, Inverness. A dearly loved son, brother and uncle. Funeral ceremony on Monday 3rd
April at 2pm in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Alan for Munlochy Animal Aid may be given at the ceremony.
Laing (Inverness)
Suddenly at home on 16th March 2023, Malcolm Ronald Laing, aged 67 years, Crown Drive, Inverness. A retired and respected Consultant E.N.T Surgeon and Professor of Medical Education. A dearly loved husband to Susan, a beloved father to Gavin, David and Martin, and father-in-law to Katie and Hayley. A proud Grandpa of Aria (7), Noah, (4), Max (2), and Jack (5 months), and loving brother to Moira, Rhona, and Bruce. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, 4th April, at 10.30am in Ness Bank Church, Inverness, to which all are welcome to attend; thereafter the cremation will be private. The family has requested, where possible, a ‘touch of tartan’ to be worn. Family flowers only, but donations at the service for the Puffin Pool & Highland Deaf Children's Society will be welcome. Livestream available via https://vimeo.com/event/3215034
Fraser (Inverness)
Peacefully at Raigmore Hospital on 16th March 2023, Alexander (Sandy) Fraser, in his 70th year, of Rosehaugh Road, Inverness. Much loved brother of Ronnie, Billy, David, James, Linda and Helen, also a dear brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral ceremony on Monday 3rd April at 10am in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations for Road to Recovery may be given at the ceremony. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.
Christie (Inverness)
Jessie “Murphy” passed away very peacefully on 21st March 2023 surrounded by family at Teasses Estate, Fife, formerly of Diriebught Road and Lovat Road, Inverness. A loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral service on Wednesday 5th April at 12.30pm in the Funeral Home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness; thereafter to Tomnahurich Cemetery. All welcome. Family flowers only please. Car parking available at the funeral home.
Anderson (Inverness)
Peacefully at Raigmore Hospital on 15th March 2023, Robert (Harry) Anderson, aged 87 years, Drumdevan Place, Inverness, retired Science Teacher, Millburn Academy. Much loved husband of Edith and dear father to Pauline. Funeral service on Tuesday 28th March at 12.30pm in the Funeral Home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness; thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited, family flowers only please. Car parking available at the funeral home.
Goodchild (Inverness)
At Castlehill Care Home, Inverness on 19th March 2023, Sheila Winifred Goodchild, aged 90 years. Cremation private.
Maclennan (Lochbroom)
Peacefully at Raigmore Hospital on 16th March 2023, Carolyn Jane Maclennan, (known as Morgan), aged 84 years, Honeysuckle Cottage, Letters, Lochbroom. Much missed by her extended family and friends both local and further afield. Funeral service on Monday 27th March at 12noon in Clachan Church, Lochbroom; thereafter to Clachan Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations are invited at the service for Ullapool Medical Practice. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall.
MacRae (Ullapool)
At Raigmore Hospital, Inverness on 12th March 2023, John MacRae, aged 63 years, Market Street, Ullapool. Funeral Ceremony on Thursday 23rd March at 2pm in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of John for New Start Highland may be given at the ceremony.
Campbell (Inverness)
Peacefully at Raigmore Hospital after a long illness on Tuesday 14th March 2023, Donald James (Don), aged 83 years, Lochardil Road, Inverness. Dearly loved husband of June, devoted father of Elaine and Hillary, dear father in law to Scott and Stuart, and proud grandpa to Calum, Emma, Blair and Molly. Funeral service on Wednesday 29th March at 12.30pm in the Funeral Home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Don for Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland can be given at the service. Car parking available at the Funeral Home.
Watson (inverness)
Peacefully at home on 13th March 2023, Peggy Watson, aged 77 years, Towerhill Avenue, Inverness, (Ex B.T.). Beloved wife of Willie, dearly loved mother of Jack and Carolyn, much loved granny of Andrew and Jamie, dear mother in law of Linda and Connor, a loving great granny, sister, aunt and a good friend to many. Funeral service on Thursday 23rd March at 11am in the Funeral Home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness thereafter to Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Peggy for MND Scotland may be given at the service. Car parking available at the funeral home.
Campbell (Inverness)
Peacefully at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness on 14th March 2023, Norina (Norma) Campbell (nee Stewart), aged 89 years, formerly of Kingussie, Drumnadrochit, Croy and latterly of Inverness, (retired primary school P.E. teacher). Beloved wife of the late Murdo, born Scalpay, Harris. Dearly loved mother of Stewart, Sonas and Alexandra, a treasured granny, mother-in-law, sister, sister-in-law and aunt, also a cherished friend. Funeral service on Thursday 30th March at 12.30pm in Ness Bank Church, Inverness thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Flowers welcome or donations in memory of Norma for Christian Aid can be given at the service or forwarded to the Funeral Directors, John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.
Mackay (Inverness)
Peacefully at Raigmore Hospital on 14th March 2023, Duncan Mackay, aged 90 years, Garth Road, Inverness. Dearly loved husband to Pat (nee Fraser), for 64 years, loving dad to Jamie, Laura and the late Peter, devoted Grandad to Charlotte, Kieran, Amélie, Matthew, Ethan and Oliver. Dear brother, brother in law, father in law and uncle to many. The funeral service for the late Duncan Mackay, Garth Road, Inverness will be held on Tuesday 28th March at 2pm in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. No flowers please.
LOGAN (MUIR OF ORD)
Peacefully at home with her family around her on 12th March 2023, Ishbel Ann Logan, aged 86 years, much loved sister of Margaret and Huisdean, sister in law to Davie and Cary, a much loved aunt and great aunt. Funeral service on Friday 24th March at 12 noon in Urray Free Church, Muir of Ord thereafter to Gilchrist Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Ishbel for the Renal Unit Raigmore Hospital and Marie Curie can be given at the service.
Brown (Conon Bridge)
Peacefully at home on 14th March 2023, Stephen ‘Buster’ Brown, aged 40 years, Brahan View, Conon Bridge. Chief Petty Officer, Royal Navy. Dearly loved son of James and Mary Brown, much loved brother of Christopher and Michelle, brother in law of Steve, also a dear uncle of James. Sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral Service on Tuesday 4th April at 12.30pm in Ferintosh Parish Church, Conon Bridge; thereafter to Mitchell Hill Cemetery, Dingwall. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations for Royal Navy Benevolent Trust may be given at the church. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall.
Glencross (Inverness)
Peacefully at Raigmore Hospital on 14th March 2023, after a short illness, Christine Joan Glencross (nee Moir), aged 72 years. Cherished wife of the late Ray, much loved mum of Rae, proud granny to Alex and Rebecca, a dear mother in law, sister of Jean, Neil, Gillian and the late Colin and Ian, sister in law, auntie and a special friend to many. Funeral private. Donations in memory of Christine for Macmillan Cancer Support can be forwarded to the Funeral Directors, John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness.
Macpherson (Inverness)
Peacefully at Raigmore Hospital on 10th March 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Phyllis Macpherson, aged 72 years, Inverness. Dearly loved wife of Dennis, much loved by her three sons, Mark, Michael and Peter, a proud granny of Cairn, Glen, Eilidh, Kirsty and Lucy, a dear sister of Micky. Funeral private.
McKEOWN (LOCHBROOM)
Peacefully at home on 12th
March 2023 after an illness bravely borne, Alan McKeown, aged 80 years, Letters, Lochbroom. Dearly loved husband of Alison, much loved dad of John and Alistair, daughter in law Lena, loving grandad of Betty, Leo and Roman. Funeral service on Tuesday 21st March at 11.30am in Clachan Church, Lochbroom followed by committal service at Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Alan for Alzheimer Scotland may be given at the service.
Mackay (Inverness)
Pat, Jamie and Laura would like to thank all relatives, friends, neighbours and work colleagues for the sympathy extended to them on the passing of Duncan. We would like to thank the doctors and nursing staff at Raigmore Hospital for the care and attention given to Duncan. Special thanks to Mr Len Cazaly for an uplifting and comforting service and to Drew Green of John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for his kindness and compassion with the funeral arrangements and to everyone who came to pay their respects.
Noble (Kerrow Farm)
The family of the Julian Noble would like to express their sincere thanks to all relatives, friends and neighbours for the kind expressions of sympathy extended to them following their recent sad loss and to all those who attended the funeral service and donated so generously the amount of £1,069.90 to Marie Curie in memory of Julian. Thank you to all the carers from Marie Curie, Gold Care Donna and Nurse Holly. Thanks also to Rev. Ian Manson for his comforting service. Thanks to Drew Green and the team at John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their care and guidance. Thank you to Andrew MacGillivray for piping. Also thanks to The Slaters Arms for their hospitality. Thank you all.
Sarah and family.
Logan (Muir of Ord)
The family of the late Ishbel Logan would like to thank everyone who sent cards, flowers and letters of sympathy on their sad loss and to everyone who attended the funeral. Special thanks are given to all who looked after Ishbel in her illness, especially the Renal Unit at Raigmore Hospital, Marie Curie, Fraser Elite and the Aird Medical Practice, Beauly for their care and compassion. Thanks also to the Rev. Kenneth I. Macleod for his very personal service at Ishbel’s funeral, to the Rev. Gordon Martin and the elders of Urray Free Church for their spiritual support and to John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their sensitivity and support with the funeral arrangements. £1,604 was collected for the Renal Unit, Raigmore Hospital and Marie Curie.
Godsman (Inverness)
Andy and the family would like to express their sincere thanks to relatives and friends who sent messages, flowers and helped during their recent loss of Isa. Special thanks to past, present and agency staff of Cameron House Care Home. Thanks to Rev Donald Morrison for the comforting service. Special thanks to Sarah Maclean and all the team at John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their care and compassion with the funeral arrangements.
Stewart (Inveness)
The family of the late Catherine Stewart wish to thank all relatives and friends for the sympathy shown to them in their recent bereavement. Special thanks to the doctors and staff of Culloden Medical Practice and to the team at Ward 7A, Raigmore Hospital for their kind care and attention. Sincere thanks to Father Dominic Nwaigwe for his comforting service and many thanks to Sarah Maclean and the team at John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness for their sensitivity and support with the funeral arrangements.
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Longmore (Inverness / Edinburgh)
Bruno, Catherine and Melissa, on the death of their dearly beloved son and brother, Anthon, thank all those who helped them in their loss and gave their support through personal contact, writing and in their prayers. They remember with heart-warming gratitude all who attended the Funeral Mass on 10th February 2023, and so generously donated to the Scottish Association for Mental Health and Penumbra charities. Grateful thanks to Father James Bell of St Mary’s Inverness for his kindness and celebration of the Mass. Also thanks to Vicki Fraser and all the team at John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for the excellent funeral arrangements and Shona Calder & staff of the Kingsmills Hotel for the welcoming reception.
MacLeod (Inverness)
The family of the late Agnes MacLeod, Edington Road, Inverness, wish to thank most sincerely all relatives and friends for sympathy shown to them in their recent bereavement. Thanks to doctors at Kingsmills Medical Practice, paramedics, doctors and nurses at Raigmore Hospital, to all who attended the funeral and generously donated £805.80 for Ward 7A Raigmore. Special thanks to Rev Innes Macsween for his invaluable support and uplifting service. Our thanks also to Craig Ewan and the team at Kingsmills Hotel and finally to Sarah Maclean and all at John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their care and compassion with funeral arrangements.
Brodie (Inverness / Avoch)
The family of the late Louisa Brodie would like to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for the kind expressions of sympathy extended to them in their recent sad loss. Special thanks to Rev. Angus MacRae, Free North Church, Inverness for his comforting service. Thanks also to Vicki Fraser and all the team at John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their excellent funeral arrangements. Finally thanks to all who kindly donated towards the Free North Church in memory of Louisa.
MacKintosh (Daviot)
Ewen, Juneanne, Jamie and family would like to express their sincere thanks to the many relatives and friends who sent messages of sympathy, flowers and helped during their recent sad loss. Special thanks and gratitude to all at the Highland Hospice whose care for Helen and all the family was beyond exceptional, compassionate and heartfelt. Thanks also to Rev Robert Brookes for his uplifting service. Thanks to all at John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their excellent service and thanks to all who attended the funeral service and donated so generously the sum of £800 for the Highland Hospice.
Ross (Inverness)
The family of the late Donald Ross wish to thank all relatives and friends for their kind expressions of sympathy extended to them in their recent sad bereavement; personally, by cards and telephone. They also wish to thank staff of Cameron House for the excellent care, love and support they all gave to Donald. Special thanks to Mike Rattenbury and all the team at John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their care and help with funeral arrangements.
Matheson (Inverness)
The family of the late John Matheson wish to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for their messages of sympathy, flowers and support following their recent loss. Thanks to staff of Ward 6A at Raigmore Hospital and Cairn Medical Practice. Special thanks to Sarah Maclean and all the team at John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness and to Laura Gillespie for her fitting service.
SPENCE (BALBLAIR)
Alan and the family of the late Sheila Margaret Spence would like to thank everyone for their kind expressions of sympathy. We would also like to thank the members of the ambulance service and the doctors and nurses of the ITU at Raigmore Hospital for the kind and caring professionalism they showed at all times. Special thanks go to Humanist celebrant Laura Gillespie for her kindness, support and uplifting ceremony. Finally, thanks to Sarah Maclean and all at John Fraser & Son, Lovat House, Dingwall for their sensitivity and support with the funeral arrangements.
