Family Notices
JAMIESON (DRUMNADROCHIT)
Peacefully, on 16th January 2025, at Raigmore Hospital, Mary Elizabeth, aged 80 years, Drumnadrochit. Beloved and loving wife of Ian, mother of Kirstie and Alastair, mother-in-law of Fraser and grandmother of Amy and Ross. Funeral service on Thursday 6th February at 12.45pm in Urquhart & Glenmoriston Church of Scotland, Drumnadrochit; thereafter to New Kilmore Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations for Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland may be given at the service.
URWIN/STEWART (INVERNESS)
Sybil Urwin (Miss Stewart), aged 89 years, of Kenneth Street, Inverness, passed away peacefully in the care of the Highland Hospice on 15th January 2025. Sybil was the principal of Elvet Ballet School and a Royal Academy of Dance member for 74 years. Beloved wife of the late John Urwin, much loved mother of Michael and Timothy, proud grandmother of Emma, Thomas and Alfie, also a dear sister and aunt. The Funeral Ceremony will be held on Tuesday 28th January at 1pm in Inverness Crematorium. All are welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations for Highland Hospice (www.sybilurwinstewart.muchloved.com) may be given at the ceremony. Livestream available via Sybil Urwin, 28/01/2025, 1:00pm
MACDONALD (KIRKHILL)
Peacefully at Fodderty House Care Home, Dingwall on 17th January 2025, Edwin MacDonald (Eddie), aged 88 years, Drumreach, Kirkhill. Beloved husband of the late Jean MacDonald, a much loved brother and uncle. Funeral service on Friday 31st January at 12.30pm in the Funeral Home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness; thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Car parking available at the Funeral Home.
MACCALLUM (BEAULY)
Suddenly at home on Thursday 16th January 2025, Brian MacCallum, aged 68 years, Station Road, Beauly, formerly Bunchrew. Long serving Inverness taxi driver. Dear husband of Catherine, much loved Dad of Emma and Michael, brother, uncle, cousin and friend to many. Funeral ceremony on Monday 3rd February at 12.15pm 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 Brian for Diabetes UK may be given at the ceremony or via Diabetes UK. Car parking available at the funeral home.
Simpson (Avoch)
Suddenly at home on 10th January 2025, Brenda Elizabeth Simpson, aged 69 years, Avoch. A dearly loved wife, mum, granny and sister. Cremation private.
MACKINTOSH (Newton of Ferintosh)
Peacefully at Strathallan House Care Home, Strathpeffer on 11th January 2025, Robert James Mackintosh, aged 74 years, Newton of Ferintosh, late of Firthview Drive, Inverness. Retired mechanic. Sadly missed by family and friends. Funeral Ceremony on Thursday 23rd January at 12noon in the Funeral Home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Robert for Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland may be given at the ceremony. Livestream via www.johnfraserandson.com/live-services
Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall.
JACK (Inverness)
Suddenly at home on 12th January 2025 Roderick Ross Jack, aged 60 years, MacKintosh Road, Inverness, former Nursing Assistant, Craig Dunain Hospital. Dear father of Ian and much loved brother of Bruce. Funeral private at his own request.
FRASER (Inverness)
Peacefully at home after a short illness bravely borne, on 10th January 2025, Neil Antony Fraser, aged 55 years, Hilton Crescent, Inverness (driver for Highland Motor Parts). Beloved husband of Amanda, dear brother of Cathy, a much loved step-dad, brother in law, uncle, great uncle and nephew. Funeral Ceremony on Thursday 23rd January at 10am in Inverness Crematorium to which all are welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Neil for East Community Nurses can be given at the ceremony. Livestream available via Neil Antony Fraser, 23/01/2025, 10:00am
MACKENZIE (INverness)
Peacefully after a short illness on 3rd January 2025, with loved ones by his side, Ian (Schimf) Mackenzie, aged 86 years, ex Seaforth Highlanders and Queen’s Own Highlanders Sergeant Major. Dearly loved partner of the late Catherine MacRae, much loved stepfather of Janey. A dear brother to the late Elizabeth and Fiona, an uncle, a cousin, and a good friend to many. Funeral private at his own request.
HAY (FORRES)
Peacefully at home on 4th January 2025, Ian Hay, aged 82 years, Varis Court, Forres, late of Aberlour. Beloved husband of the late Arminell Hay, a much loved Dad, granpa and great granpa. Funeral service on Wednesday 22nd January at 12 noon in West Moray Church of Scotland (St Leonard’s), Forres. All welcome to attend; thereafter cremation private. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Ian for the RAF Benevolent Fund may be given at the service.
GARBUTT (MARYBURGH)
After a short illness, in the loving care of the staff of Wyvis House Care Home, Dingwall, on 24th December 2024, Norman Garbutt, aged 86 years. Beloved husband of Marjorie, dearly loved dad of Norman, John and David, father-in-law to Heather, proud grandad of Becky-Jane, Rhys, Aidan and Joseph and great-grandad of Oakley, a much loved brother-in-law to Maisie, George and Janice, also a dear uncle. Funeral service on Wednesday, 22nd January 2025 at 12 noon in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations for Royal British Legion and Alzheimer Scotland may be given at the service. Livestream available via Norman Garbutt, 22/01/2025, 12:00noon
Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall.
MACANGUS (CONON BRIDGE)
Peacefully at Castlehill Care Home, Inverness on 23rd December 2024, Elda Catherine Mary MacAngus (nee Donati), aged 95 years. R.I.P. Wyvis Crescent, Conon Bridge. Beloved wife of the late Donald, a much loved mother and aunt. Funeral Mass on Monday 20th January 2025 at 10am in St Lawrence’s R.C. Church, Dingwall, thereafter to Mitchell Hill Cemetery. All welcome to attend.
Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall.
MACLEOD (MUIR OF ORD)
Sadly at Raigmore Hospital on 26th December 2024, Keith James MacLeod, aged 86 years, Wards Drive, Muir of Ord. Beloved husband of Rhona Hay and dearly loved father of Sarah and Kirsty. An inspiration to Paul, Michael, Rachael, and Dominic. Funeral service on Tuesday 28th January 2025 at 11am in the Funeral Home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Keith for the Gurkha Welfare Trust may be given at the service. Car parking available at the Funeral Home. Livestream via www.johnfraserandson.com/live-services
BUDGE
Peacefully at Fairburn Care Home, Marybank on Thursday 2nd January 2025, Amanda Anne Budge, aged 62 years, much loved daughter of Jan and Dave, loving mum of Kerri and granny of Mabel, a dear sister of Louise and aunt of Siobhan-Kirsty. Funeral service on Tuesday 21st January 2025 at 12 noon in Hilton Parish Church, Inverness; thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Amanda for Hilton Family Support may be given at the service.
BELL (Inverness)
Peacefully, and affectionately cared for, at Culduthel Care Home, Inverness, on 21st December 2024, Bobby (Howard Walker), aged 98 years, Forestry Commission (retired). An inspirational father, fun grandfather and tolerant great grandfather, valued friend and gentleman. Funeral Ceremony on Monday 20th January 2025 at 12.30pm in the Funeral Home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness. All welcome to attend; thereafter interment private. Family flowers only please, donations in memory of Bobby for The Speyside Trust may be given at the ceremony. Car parking available at the Funeral Home. Livestream via www.johnfraserandson.com/live-services
GOLDIE (Inverness)
Peacefully at Castlehill Care Home on 29th December 2024, Anne Goldie, aged 86 years, Westhill, Inverness. Beloved wife of the late Robert Goldie, a dearly loved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and mother in law. Funeral Service on Friday 17th January 2025 at 11am in the Funeral Home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Car parking available at the Funeral Home. Livestream available via www.johnfraserandson.com/live-services
GREEN (INVERNESS)
Lorraine and Berry are very grateful to all family and friends for their kindness and support along with the many cards and messages of sympathy in their recent sad loss of Anne, a beloved mother and mother-in-law. Grateful thanks to Rev Pamela Kennedy of Barn Church, Culloden for her comforting service. Special thanks to the staff at Bruach House for their excellent care of Anne. Thanks to all who attended the funeral service both in person and virtually through the livestream and for the donations received for the Bruach House Client Fund. Many thanks also to Waterside Restaurant for the enjoyable refreshments and to all at John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their excellent care and compassion with the funeral arrangements.
BELL (INVERNESS)
Ken and family of the late Margaret Bell would like to express their sincere thanks to the many relatives, friends and neighbours who sent messages of sympathy and to all who attended the funeral service and donated so generously the amount of £370.00 to Cancer Research U.K. Special thanks to celebrant Julie Snowden for a fitting service and to Vicki Fraser and all at John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their care and compassion with the funeral arrangements.
FRAME (Inverness)
Helen and family would like to thank friends and neighbours for their kind wishes and support after the great loss of dear Jim. Also, Ward 2A Raigmore Hospital for their exceptional care and compassion.
HOPE (INVERNESS)
Judith, Fraser, Rory and Gregor would like to thank all family, friends and neighbours for their kind expressions of sympathy and support following their loss of Stephen. Grateful thanks for the care and support provided by Andy Bethell, MND Specialist Nurse, Highland Hospice and those involved in caring for Stephen over the last few months. Special thanks to Maria Dickson, Celebrant, for her uplifting service and to John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness, especially Drew Green, for their sensitivity and support with the funeral arrangements. Finally, thanks to the Kingsmills Hotel for their hospitality and to those who attended the service and gave generously £857.20 to SNAP (Inverness) in his memory.
JUNOR (Inverness)
Heather and family would like to thank friends, neighbours and staff in HDU, GB and Ward 6C, Raigmore Hospital. Our thanks to Julie Snowden, Celebrant and the team at John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their compassion and support. Our thanks also to all who donated so generously the amount of £372.95 for Mikeysline.
LAIDLAW (Inverness)
The family of the late Robert Laidlaw would like to express their sincere thanks to the many relatives, friends and neighbours who sent messages of sympathy and attended the funeral service, donating so generously the amount of £755 to Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland. Special thanks to Celebrant Laura Gillespie for her truly fitting service. Grateful thanks to Doctors and Nursing Staff of ICU and Coronary Care Unit, Raigmore Hospital and finally thank you to Vicki Fraser and all at John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their excellent funeral arrangements.
McEWEN (Inverness)
The family of the late Bill McEwen wish to thank most sincerely all relatives, friends and neighbours for the kind expressions of sympathy extended to them in their recent sad bereavement, personally, by cards and telephone, also for all the beautiful floral tributes received. They also wish to thank the wonderful Carers from The Sunflower Home Care and also the Community Nurses who attended to Bill. Special thanks to Celebrant Maria Dickson for her uplifting service. Thanks also to Vicki Fraser and all at John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their excellent funeral arrangements.
BURGESS (Inverness)
David, Laura and family would like to express their sincere thanks to the many relatives, friends, neighbours and colleagues from Marks & Spencer and Culloden Medical Practice who sent messages of sympathy, flowers and cards during their recent sad loss. Thanks to the Doctors at Burnfield Medical Practice, Richard and Val from the Milton of Leys Pharmacy and the Carers from Highland Hospice and all those who attended the funeral service and donated so generously the amount of £2,160.05 to Highland Hospice. Special thanks to Celebrant Maria Dickson for her uplifting service. Thanks also to Vicki Fraser and all at John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their care and compassion with the funeral arrangements.
TULLOCH (DINGWALL)
The family of the late Lawrence Bruce Tulloch would like to thank everyone for their kind messages and support. Would also like to thank Rev Bruce Dempsey, William Deas, the Dingwall Legion and John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall. We are very grateful for the donations that raised a total of £664 which will be donated to Macmillan Cancer Support and Scottish Cot Death Trust.
Mackay (Bishop Kinkell)
The family of the late John Evan Mackay wish to thank most sincerely, all relatives, friends and neighbours for the kind expressions of sympathy extended to them in their recent sad bereavement. They also wish to thank the doctors and nursing staff of I.C.U, Raigmore Hospital for their exceptional care. Finally, thank you to John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall, especially Sarah Maclean, for their care and compassion with the funeral arrangements.
STEWART (Edinburgh / Inverness)
The family of the late Donella Stewart wish to thank all relatives and friends for sympathy shown to them in their recent bereavement. Special thanks to Maria Dickson, Celebrant, for her uplifting service and to John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their sensitivity and support with the funeral arrangements. Finally to all who attended the service and gave generously £295.00 to Alzheimer Scotland in her memory.
DOUGLAS-JONES (Inverfarigaig)
Andrew and Helen would like to thank all family, friends and neighbours for their kind expressions of sympathy extended to them in their recent sad bereavement. Grateful thanks to all at Foyers Medical Centre and Boleskine Community Care for their care over the years and recently to the staff at Isobel Fraser Care Home. Special thanks to Rev. Mike Rattenbury for his uplifting service and to Camerons Tearoom for their hospitality. Finally thank you to John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness and especially Drew Green, for their excellent funeral arrangements.
FRASER (NORTH KESSOCK)
The family of the late Kenneth Fraser would like to express their sincere thanks to all relatives, friends and neighbours for their kind expressions of sympathy extended to them following their recent sad, sudden loss. Grateful thanks to Ward 5C, Raigmore Hospital, Dingwall Community Nurses, Marie Curie Nurses and Dr Bacon, Munlochy and North Kessock Medical Practice for their care and attention of Kenneth. Thanks also to Halde Pottinger for his fitting ceremony and to John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their caring, compassionate and professional funeral arrangements. Fiona’s Flower Studio for the beautiful floral arrangements. The North Kessock Hotel for their hospitality. Lastly a big thank you to you all for your kind donations totalling £1,408.17 for Marie Curie & Pancreatic Cancer UK.
