Family Notices
Family Notices
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MCNEILL
Peacefully, after a short illness, at Nairn Town and County Hospital, on Saturday 31st January 2026. Susie McNeill (nee Roach) of Station Road, Ardersier, aged 76 years. Beloved wife of the late John, a much-loved mum to Carrie, Blair (and Jocky), a devoted granny to Craig, Hollie, Aaron and Alfie, a loving mother-in-law and sorely missed sister, sister-in-law, auntie, a dear friend and neighbour. Funeral service at David M. Ellen's Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, on Wednesday, 18th February at 10.00am. All friends respectfully invited. No black ties please. Wearing a splash of colour, if desired, would be appreciated. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu if desired, may be given at the service to the League of Friends of Nairn Town and County Hospital and Ardersier Senior Citizens Club.

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MCALLAN
Sadly, at St Olaf Care Home, Nairn, on Tuesday, 20th January 2026, Mary (Elma) McAllan of Nairn and formerly of Aberdeen, Evanton, Aviemore, Loch Allan, Invergarry, Fort Augustus and Fortrose, aged 101 years, beloved wife of the late Fred, a much loved mother of Frank and Helen, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother and a sadly missed relative and friend. Funeral service at Inverness Crematorium on Tuesday 10th February 2026 at 11.00 am. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Maggie’s Highlands.

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CHAMBERLAIN
Sadly, but peacefully, at New Craigs Hospital, Inverness, on Friday, 23rd January 2026, Victor Robert Chamberlain of Morlich Crescent, Nairn, aged 81 years, beloved husband of Mary, a much loved father of Jo and the late Yvonne and stepfather of Darren, a dear father-in-law, a devoted grandfather and a sadly missed brother. Funeral service at David M Ellen's Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Thursday, 12th February at 2.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to #TeamHamish.

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CAMPBELL
Peacefully at her home whilst surrounded by her family, on Monday 26th January 2026, Doreen Margaret Campbell (nee Thomson) of Inshoch House, Auldearn, aged 89 years. Beloved wife of the recently deceased James William Campbell. A devoted mother to Sylvia, Diane and Neil, a dear Mother-in-law to Steven, Andrew and Maggie, Grandmother to David, Lewis, Victoria, Jack, Hannah, Leila, Lucy, Jenny, Sally and Vanessa, and Great Grandmother to Elsie and Poppy. Much loved Sister to Frances, James and Libby. Private funeral to take place at her home, interment at Auldearn Cemetery. Donations, if desired may be given to Alzheimer Scotland by clicking the “Donate” button below.

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FENWICK
Sadly, at Bruach House Care Home, Nairn, on Tuesday, 13th January 2026, William Fenwick (Billy) of Society Street, Nairn, aged 85 years, a much-loved husband of the late Catherine (Cathy), a beloved father of Margaret, John and Karen, a caring father-in-law, a devoted grandad of Rhianna, Jamie, Emily, Kate, Will, Niamh and Theo, a sadly missed brother of Janet and friend to many. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Friday, 6th February at 1.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Dementia UK.

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LE BROCQ
Sadly, at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, on Sunday, 18th January 2026, Gordon Le Brocq of Elrick and formerly of Nairn, aged 74 years, a much loved father of Eleanor and Kimberley, a dear father-in-law, a devoted papa and a sadly missed brother. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Tuesday, 10th February at 2.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to #TeamHamish and Erskine Veterans Charity.

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MAIN
Suddenly and unexpectedly, whilst at his work, on Sunday, 28th December 2025, Kevin Robert Main of Macrae Avenue, Nairn and formerly of Forres, aged 44 years. Beloved husband of Kellie, a proud and adored father of Lachlan, a much loved son of Heather and Robbie, a dear brother of Julie and a sadly missed son-in-law, brother-in-law, uncle and friend. Funeral service at Inverness Crematorium on Thursday, 5th February at 12.00 noon. All friends respectfully invited. Wearing something red, if possible, would be appreciated. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to #TeamHamish, Flickers Charity Texas Scramble and the Mark Duffus Memorial.

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ARNOTT
Peacefully, at Whinnieknowe Nursing Home, Nairn on Friday, 9th January 2026, Helen Leslie Arnott formerly of Burn Brae Avenue, Inverness, aged 90 years, beloved wife of the late Bill, a much loved mother of Ian and Fiona, a dear mother-in-law to Seonaid and Ali, a devoted grandmother of Alexander, Eilidh, Cameron and Fraser and great grandmother of Harris, Elly and Eion and a sadly missed relative and friend. Funeral service at Inverness Crematorium on Friday, 30th January at 11.00am. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please.

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ARTHUR
Suddenly, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Friday, 2nd January 2026, Katie Elizabeth Arthur of High Street, Nairn, aged 34 years. A proud and adored daughter of Val and Craig, a much loved granddaughter, a dear niece and cousin and a sadly missed relative and friend to many. Funeral service at United Reformed Church, Nairn on Wednesday, 21st January at 12 noon, thereafter to Nairn Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please.

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BARTKOWIAK
Peacefully, at his home, on Sunday, 4th January 2026, Raymond Bartkowiak (Bart), of Moyness, Auldearn, aged 75 years. A beloved husband of Susan, a much-loved father of Stephen and Sarah, a caring father-in-law of Callum, a devoted grandad of Jaimee and Archie, a sadly missed brother and friend to many. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Thursday, 22nd January at 2.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Prostate Cancer UK.

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ROSS
Peacefully, at Meadowlark Nursing Home, Forres, on Monday, 22nd December 2025, Stella Ross formerly of Elgin and Nairn, aged 89 years. A beloved wife of the late Bill, a much loved mother of William, Beryl and Andrew, a caring mother-in-law of Stella and Ian, a devoted granny of Hannah, Amy, Christopher and Matthew, a great-granny and a sadly missed friend to many. Funeral service at Tom Ross & Sons’ Chapel, Orchard Road, Forres on Friday, 16th January at 11.00am, thereafter to Kinloss Abbey Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Meadowlark Care Home Residents’ Fund.

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RENTON
Sadly, at his home, on Sunday, 21st December 2025, James Ferguson Renton (Jim) of Sutors Park, Nairn, aged 87 years, beloved husband of Anne, a much loved father of Karen, Joanne and the late Mark, a dear father-in-law of Steven and the late Stan, a devoted grandfather and great-grandfather and a sadly missed relative and friend. Memorial service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Tuesday, 30th December at 12 noon. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Cancer Research UK.

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CAMPBELL
Suddenly, at home, on Wednesday, 17th December 2025, James William Campbell of Penick and Inshoch Farms, aged 89 years. A devoted husband of Doreen, much loved father to Sylvia, Diane and Neil, a dear father-in-law, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother. Funeral service at United Reformed Church, Nairn on Wednesday, 31st December at 10.00am, thereafter to Auldearn Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only. Donations may be given at the service to Alzheimer Scotland. A true friend to many, whose kindness and integrity will be deeply missed.

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CHISHOLM
Suddenly but peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Tuesday, 9th December 2025, after a short illness borne with humour, great dignity and amazing independence, Christina Montgomery Chisholm (née Robb), aged 91 and a half years, a dearly loved and soulmate of the late John, a proud mum of Lynne, David, Ann, Ellen, Elizabeth and Grace, a fun and loving nana of Leanne, Donna, Garry, David, Gavin, Stephen, Lynne, Craig, Lee, Dayne, Jamie, Maisie and Rosie, also a very much loved great nana, great-great nana, mother-in-law, sister, aunt and friend. Funeral service at Inverness Crematorium on Wednesday, 24th December at 1.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Wearing something festive would be appreciated. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Cash for Kids Mission Christmas.

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PEARSON
Peacefully, at his home in Nairn on Thursday 27th November 2025. Tom, aged 82 years, beloved husband of Dorothy (née Muir), much loved father of Julie and Alan, a dear father-in-law and devoted grandfather of Ellie, Ewan and Jamie. Formerly of RBS Edinburgh, The Bay House and The Plockton Hotel. Funeral service to be held on Monday 15th December at 1pm at United Reformed Church, Nairn. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given at the service to Macmillan Cancer Support.

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MCDONALD
Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Thursday, 20th November 2025, Rhona McDonald (née Dunbar) of Laing Gardens, Nairn, aged 78 years. A beloved wife of the late Alexander (Sandy), a much loved mother of Susan and Carol, a caring mother-in-law, a devoted granny of Stacey and Stuart and great granny of Patrick. Sadly missed by many. Funeral service at Nairn United Reformed Church on Thursday, 4th December at 11.00am. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Cancer Research.

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PAUL
Sadly, but peacefully, at Nairn Town & County Hospital, with her family by her side, on Tuesday, 18th November 2025, Chrissie Paul (née MacLean) of Wester Cairnglass, aged 79 years. Beloved wife of Ian, a much loved mother of Willie, Jenny and Martin, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted grandmother and a sadly missed sister. Funeral service at Inverness Crematorium on Monday, 1st December at 1.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Funeral attire not necessary. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Alzheimer Scotland.

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SCOTT
Peacefully, after a short illness, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Tuesday, 18th November 2025, Ruth Scott of Clachnaharry Court, Inverness, aged 78 years. A beloved wife of the late Willie, a much loved mother of Nicole and Caroline, a caring mother-in-law, a devoted nana of Aimee, James, Hope and Noah and a sadly missed friend to many. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Tuesday, 2nd December at 11.00am, thereafter to Nairn Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Cancer Research.

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DUFFUS
Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, on Friday, 14th November 2025, James Duffus (known as Jimmy), of Moss-side Road, Nairn, aged 80 years. A beloved father of David, Jane and Nicky, a loving partner of Isobel, a caring father-in-law, a devoted grandad and great-grandad, a sadly missed brother and friend to many. Funeral service at Nairn United Reformed Church on Friday, 28th November at 2.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Queen's Own Highlanders Association.

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SCOTT
Sadly, but peacefully, at his home on Saturday, 15th November 2025, James Scott (Jim) of Millcroft Road, Auldearn, aged 81 years, a dearly loved partner of Anne, a loving father of Alison and Sonya, a caring father-in-law, a devoted grandad of Ciara and Connor, a beloved brother of Carol, a sadly missed uncle to Scott, Ailsa, Gordon and Colin and friend to many. Memorial service at Nairn United Reformed Church on Wednesday, 3rd December at 2.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Nairn Gaelic Choir and Erskine Veterans Charity.

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STEVENSON
Peacefully, at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, on Tuesday, 28th October 2025, Madeline (Joyce) Stevenson (née Mutch) of Sutors Park, Nairn, aged 78 years. A beloved wife of Cecil (Peem), a much loved mother of Robert and Andrew, a caring mother-in-law of Gwen and Carrie, a devoted granny and great granny, a loving sister of Sheila and the late Robert, Mary and Margaret, and a sadly missed friend to many. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Tuesday, 18th November at 11.00am, thereafter to Auldearn Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Joyce’s funeral service can also be attended via online live stream. Please contact David M Ellen for further details (01667 453023 / admin@rossfuneraldirectors.co.uk). Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Nairn and District Pipe Band.

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NESS
Sadly, but peacefully, at Perth Royal Infirmary, on Wednesday, 29th October 2025, Mary Bridget Ness (née Keogh) of Birnam Terrace, Dunkeld and formerly of Forres Road, Auldearn, aged 89 years, beloved wife of the late Christopher, a much loved mother of Andrew, Christopher, Angela, Malcolm and Sheena, a dear mother-in-law and a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral Mass at St Mary’s R.C. Church, Nairn on Thursday, 13th November at 12 noon, thereafter to Auldearn Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Save the Children.

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GRANT
Peacefully, at St Olaf Nursing Home, Nairn, on Sunday, 2nd November 2025, Alison Grant (nee Sinclair) of Lochview Grove, Forres and formerly of Montrose, aged 78 years, beloved wife of James (local GP in Montrose), a much loved mother of Hannah, Lindsay, Euan and Laura, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted grandmother and a sadly missed sister. Funeral service at Tom Ross and Sons' Chapel, Orchard Road, Forres, on Monday, 24th November at 2.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Macmillan Nurses.

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MELDRUM
Peacefully, at her home, on Monday, 27th October 2025, Margaret Meldrum (née MacLeod) of Balmakeith Drive, Nairn, aged 93 years. A much loved wife of the late William Meldrum (Willie), a beloved mother of William and Norma, a devoted granny and great granny, a sadly missed sister and friend to many. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Wednesday, 12th November at 11.00am, thereafter to Nairn Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Asthma + Lung UK.

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MACKENZIE
Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Saturday, 18th October 2025, Donald William Mackenzie of Seaforth Road, Nairn, aged 80 years, beloved husband of the late Catherine, a much loved father of Alison, John, Graham, Debbie and the late Colin, a dear father-in-law, a devoted papa and a sadly missed brother. Funeral service at Nairn Old Parish Church on Thursday, 6th November at 10.00am, thereafter to Nairn Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Raigmore Hospital Intensive Care Unit.

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MACKAY/MILNE
Sadly, but peacefully, at St Olaf Nursing Home, Nairn, on Wednesday, 22nd October 2025, Angela Morganti (Angie) formerly of River Park, Nairn, aged 84 years, beloved wife of the late Derek, a much loved mother of Jackie, David, Lisa, Karl and Cara, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother and a sadly missed relative and friend. Funeral service at Nairn United Reformed Church on Tuesday, 11th November at 12.30pm, thereafter to Nairn Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Nairn County FC Community Football.

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FAIRBAIRN
Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Friday, 10th October 2025, Allan Fairbairn of County Cottages, Lethen, aged 84 years, a much loved father of Noone, Laurie, Baird, Alreis, Frøyabjørn, Sunni and Gulbrann, a devoted grandfather and sadly missed brother. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Monday, 3rd November at 12 noon. All friends respectfully invited.

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MACNEIL
Peacefully, at Highview Nursing Home, Inverness, on Wednesday, 15th October 2025, Margaret Anne Mary MacNeil (nee MacKinnon), formerly of Fishertown, Nairn and Polochar Inn, South Uist and Melbourne, aged 90 years, beloved wife of the late Donnie, a much loved mother of AJ, Fiona, Ishbel, Helen, Mairi, Donald and Kathleen, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother and a sadly missed sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Funeral mass at St Columba's Roman Catholic Church, Culloden on Tuesday, 28th October 2025 at 11.00am. All friends respectfully invited. Wearing something colourful would be appreciated. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Highview Nursing Home Residents' Fund.

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GUNN
Suddenly, at his home, on Wednesday, 1st October 2025, David Manson Gunn of Rehiran Lodge, Cawdor and former Factor of Watten Estate, Caithness, aged 80 years, beloved husband of Flora, a much loved father of Lindsay, a dear father-in-law of Colin, a devoted grandfather of David, a sadly missed brother and friend to many. Funeral service at Cawdor Parish Church on Tuesday, 21st October at 12 noon, thereafter to Cawdor Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland.

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DUGGIE
Peacefully, at Whinnieknowe Care Home, Nairn, on Thursday, 2nd October 2025, Doris Duggie (née Grant) formerly of Seabank Road, Nairn, aged 97 years, a much loved wife of the late John Duggie, a beloved mother of Carole and John, a caring mother-in-law, a devoted granny and great-granny and sadly missed by many. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Friday, 10th October at 12.20pm, thereafter to Nairn Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Dementia UK and Whinnieknowe Care Home Residents’ Fund.

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BROWN
Suddenly, but peacefully, at Bruach House Care Home, Nairn, on Monday, 29th September 2025, Rosabelle Brown (née Towler), aged 95 years, a much loved wife of the late Stanley Mitchell Brown, a beloved mother of Ivor, Andrew, Rosemary, Norman, Alan and the late Stan, a caring mother-in-law, a devoted granny and great-granny, a sadly missed auntie, great-auntie and friend to many. Memorial service at Nairn United Reformed Church on Friday, 31st October at 1.30pm. All friends respectfully invited. Rosabelle’s memorial service can also be attended via online live stream, please contact David M Ellen for further details (01667 453023 / admin@rossfuneraldirectors.co.uk). Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Bruach House Residents’ Fund.

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DUPERRE
Peacefully, at his home, after a long illness fought bravely, on Monday, 29th September 2025, Frank Duperré of Penny Lane, Nairn, aged 69 years, beloved husband of Esther, a much loved father, a dear father-in-law, a devoted grandfather and a sadly missed brother. Funeral service at Inverness Crematorium on Thursday, 9th October at 12 noon. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Marie Curie.

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ROBERTSON
Sadly, at Hebron House, Nairn, on Saturday, 13th September 2025, Mary Robertson formerly of Cullen Court, Nairn, aged 85 years, a much loved wife of the late John Robertson, a beloved mother of John and Gary, a caring mother-in-law, a devoted granny and great granny, and a sadly missed friend to many. Funeral service at Inverness Crematorium on Wednesday, 24th September 2025 at 12 noon. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Alzheimer Scotland.

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MACDONALD
Suddenly but peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Saturday, 6th September 2025, Ian Alexander MacDonald of Househill Terrace, Nairn, aged 88 years, beloved husband of Vicki, a much loved father of Bryan and the late Yvonne, a dear father-in-law, a devoted grandfather and a sadly missed relative and friend. Funeral service private at his own request.

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MILNE
Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Saturday, 30th August 2025, John Milne (Jock the Keeper) of Reaybank Road, Ardersier, aged 86 years, beloved husband of the late Nora, a much loved father of Lorna, Mary and the late Raymond, a caring father-in-law, a devoted granda and great granda, a sadly missed brother and friend to many. Funeral service at Ardersier Parish Church on Friday, 12th September at 12.45pm, thereafter to Ardersier Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Floral tributes welcome or donations, if desired, may be given at the service to Munlochy Animal Aid.
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MACKENZIE
Peacefully, at her home, on Thursday, 28th August 2025, Mary Mackenzie (Marie) (née MacLeod) of Drumcharrel Croft House, Cawdor, aged 89 years, a much loved wife of Donnie, a beloved mother of Jane, Callum and Gordon, a caring mother-in-law, a devoted granny and great granny, a sadly missed sister and friend to many. Funeral service at Cawdor Parish Church on Wednesday, 10th September at 12 noon, thereafter to Cawdor Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Marie Curie and Alzheimer Scotland.

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STEWART
Tragically, on Monday, 11th August 2025, Alistair Stewart of Reaybank Road, Ardersier, aged 36 years, a much-loved husband of Mikaela, a beloved stepdad to Grace and Leon and grandad to Finn, a treasured son of Neil and Grace, a caring brother and brother-in-law, a devoted uncle and a sadly missed friend to many. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Tuesday 2nd September 2025 at 12.30 p.m., thereafter to Ardersier Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Highland and Islands Blood Bikes.
Alistair’s funeral service can also be attended via online live stream, please contact David M Ellen’s for further details 01667 453023/ admin@rossfuneraldirectors.co.uk

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HENDRY
Peacefully, at Meallmore Lodge, Daviot on Sunday 17th August 2025, Fiona Helen Hendry (Fi Fi), formerly of Union Street, Nairn, aged 87 years. Beloved wife of the Late Roy Magill and John Hendry. A much-loved mother of Debbie & Trevor, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted grandmother and great grandmother, and a sadly missed sister. Funeral service private at her own request.

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PHILIP/BOYNE
Peacefully, at her home, on Wednesday, 13th August 2025, Jean Lesley Boyne (née Cruickshank) of Mundole Farmhouse and formerly of Pluscarden and Nairn, aged 98 years, beloved wife of the late Hamish Philip and Bill Boyne, a much loved mother of Kate and Jenny, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother and a sadly missed relative and friend. Funeral service private at her own request.

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MCDONALD
Peacefully, at Nairn Town and County Hospital, on Thursday, 7th August 2025, Lucille McDonald (née MacKinnon) of Balmakeith Drive, Nairn, aged 72 years, proud and adored mother of Gary, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted nana of Jack and a sadly missed relative and friend. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Friday, 22nd August at 11.00am. All friends respectfully invited. Wearing something bright and colourful would be appreciated. Funeral attire not necessary. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to the Forever Hounds Trust.

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FAULDS
Sadly, at Nairn Town and County Hospital, on Saturday, 2nd August 2025, Jesmine MacKay Faulds (née Pennell) of Beech Avenue, Nairn, aged 76 years, beloved wife of Bobby, a much loved mother of Amy and Julie and stepmother of Morag and Robert, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother and a sadly missed sister, relative and friend. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Wednesday, 13th August and 2.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Wearing something yellow, if possible, would be appreciated. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Parkinson’s UK.

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GRAY
Peacefully, at his home, on Tuesday, 22nd July 2025, David Gray of River Park, Nairn, aged 61 years, devoted partner of Aidan, a much loved brother of Jeff and Denise, a dear brother-in-law, a caring uncle and a sadly missed friend to many. Funeral service at Inverness Crematorium on Friday, 1st August 2025 at 11:00am. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Help for Heroes.

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BLAKE
Peacefully, at Highview House Care Home, Inverness, on Monday, 21st July 2025, George Edward Blake (Ted) formerly of Cawdor, aged 82 years, beloved husband of the late Dorothy, a much loved brother, a dear brother-in-law, and a sadly missed relative and friend. Funeral service at Inverness Crematorium on Monday, 4th August at 12 noon. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to the Highland Hospice.

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MAITLAND
Peacefully, at Bruach House Care Home, Nairn on Tuesday 17th July 2025. Douglas Mitchell Maitland, formerly of Fishertown, Nairn, aged 88 years. Beloved husband of the late Mamie, a much-loved father of Carol, a dear father-in-law of the late Alex, a devoted grandfather and great-grandfather and a sadly missed brother of Janette. Funeral service at Nairn Old Parish Church, on Tuesday 29th July 2025 at 2.00 p.m. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Bruach House Residents Fund.

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MACKINTOSH
Tragically, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Wednesday, 16th July 2025, Conor James Thomson Mackintosh of Fishertown, Nairn, aged 25 years, a proud and adored son of Wendy and Jimmy, beloved partner of Angel, a dear nephew and a sadly missed cousin, relative and friend to many. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Wednesday, 30th July at 12 noon. All friends respectfully invited. Casual dress (shorts and trackies) welcome if desired. Family flowers only please.
