Acknowledgements

LEITCH The family of the late Betty Margaret Leitch 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 loss. Grateful thanks to Eilean Dubh Care Home for their care and attention. Thanks also to Rev. Mark Hughes for his comforting service, organist Mr Andrew Sutcliffe for his musical contribution and to D. Chisholm & Sons for the funeral arrangements. Finally, thanks to those who attended the service and donated towards Save The Children in memory of Betty.

FRAME The family of the late Rose Ann Frame 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 loss. Grateful thanks to Ward GA, Raigmore Hospital for their care and attention. Thanks also to Glynis Woodhead for her comforting ceremony, organist Andrew Sutcliffe for his musical contribution and to D. Chisholm & Sons for their caring guidance with the funeral arrangements. Finally, thanks to Fiona's Flower Studio for the flowers, to Kingsmills Hotel for their hospitality and to those who attended the ceremony and donated towards Scottish SPCA in memory of Rose.

ROY The family of the late Catherine Roy wish to thank all relatives, neighbours and friends for their kindness and sympathy in our recent sad bereavement. Thanks to the paramedics and the ICU Ward of Raigmore Hospital for their care and to all who attended the funeral service and donated so generously the sum of £600 to Crossreach. Special thanks to the Rev. Alastair Murray for his uplifting and comforting service. Thanks to all at John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their sensitivity and support with the funeral arrangements.

FALCONER The family of the late Mark James Falconer (Homer) 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 loss. Grateful thanks to Dr Toby Gilbertson at Culloden Surgery, Macmillan Nurses, particularly Louise Barr and the Highland Hospice for their care and attention. Thanks also to Halde Pottinger for his fitting ceremony and to D. Chisholm & Sons for their caring guidance with the funeral arrangements. Finally, thanks to Fiona's Flower Studio for the flowers, to the British Legion for their hospitality and to those who attended the ceremony and donated towards Macmillan Cancer Support in memory of Mark.

MURRAY The family of the late Rosemary would like to express their sincere thanks to all relatives, friends and neighbours for their kind expressions of sympathy following their recent loss. Grateful thanks to the carers at Castle Care for their years of care. Thanks also to Rev. James Bissett for his comforting service and to William T. Fraser and Son for their caring guidance with the funeral arrangements. Finally, thanks to Flo's Flowers for the floral tribute, the Beaufort Hotel for their hospitality and to those who attended the service to pay their final respects to Rosemary and who donated so generously to the Highland Hospice in her memory.

MACMILLAN The family of the late Jacqueline Macmillan would like to express their sincere thanks to all relatives and friends for the kind expressions of sympathy extended to them during their recent loss. Grateful thanks to Glynis Woodhead for her comforting ceremony and William T. Fraser & Son for their guidance and support with the funeral service. Particular thanks to Jacqueline's dear friends Mo, Bobo and Poppy.

WILSON The family of the late William Norman Wilson (Norman) 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 loss. Grateful thanks to the Reverend Ian Manson for the fitting ceremony that let us all remember Norman and to celebrate his wonderful life. Sincere thanks to William T. Fraser & Son, Culduthel Road for their caring, sensitive support before, during and after the funeral, which was greatly appreciated. Finally, thank you to Simpsons for the beautiful flower arrangements and also to Loch Ness Country House for their hospitality and to all who attended the service and donated £276 to Alzheimer Scotland.

CAMPBELL The family of the late Alistair Iain Campbell 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 loss. Grateful thanks to Lorna Clarke for her comforting ceremony, piper Gordon Straube for his musical contribution and to D. Chisholm & Sons for their caring guidance with the funeral arrangements. Finally, thanks to Fiona's Flower Studio for the flowers, to Lochardil House Hotel for their hospitality and to those who attended the ceremony and donated towards Cancer Research UK in memory of Alistair.

FERGUSON Angus, Catherine and Laura would like to express their sincere thanks to the many relatives, friends and neighbours who sent messages of sympathy, flowers and helped during their recent sad loss. They also wish to thank the doctors and nursing staff of Raigmore Hospital for the excellent care and attention given to Craig. Special thanks to all at Culduthel Christian Centre for the excellent support and kindness shown to them. Thank you for an uplifting service from Rev. Bill Slack and Allan Dunbar, the excellent musicians and the outstanding catering provided. Thanks to all who attended the service and donated so generously the amount of £1398.50 to the Puffin Hydrotherapy Pool and The Woodland Trust in Craig's memory. A special thanks also, to Drew Green and all at John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their sensitivity and support with the excellent funeral arrangements.

CAMERON Rosie, Jim and family of the late Cathie Cameron 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 card and telephone, also for the beautiful floral tributes received. They also wish to thank all the doctors and nursing staff of Ward 5A, Raigmore Hospital for their care. Finally, thank you to Nigel Braun, Celebrant and John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness, especially Vicki Fraser, for their excellent funeral arrangements. Donations raised £1,005 for Macmillan Cancer Support in Cathie's memory.

KELMAN (Beauly). Norman's family would like to sincerely thank everyone for the cards, messages, flowers, visits, support and kindness following their sad loss. Thanks to Croyard Road Surgery, Beauly and Ward GA, Raigmore Hospital for their care. Special thanks to all at Mairi Urquhart & Son for their kindness and support and to Alan Smurthwaite for conducting the ceremony. Finally, thanks to all who came to pay their last respects at the crematorium.

HORTON The family of the late Beatrice (Beattie) Horton 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 loss. Grateful thanks to Highview House for their care and attention. Thanks also to Glynis Woodhead for her comforting ceremony, organist Andrew Sutcliffe for his musical contribution and to D. Chisholm & Sons for their caring guidance with the funeral arrangements. Finally, thanks to Fiona's Flower Studio for the flowers, to the British Legion for their hospitality and to those who attended the ceremony and donated towards Alzheimer Scotland in memory of Beattie.

MCPHERSON The family of the late Catherine (Cathie) 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 loss. Grateful thanks to Kirsten at Southside Road Surgery and to all the district nurses and the carers at Castle Care. Thanks also to Rev. James Bissett for his comforting service, organist Mr Andrew Sutcliffe for his musical contribution and to D. Chisholm & Sons for their caring guidance with the funeral arrangements. Finally, thanks to Fiona's Flower Studio for the flowers, to Nairn Dunbar Golf Club for their hospitality and to those who attended the service to pay their final respects to Cathie.

MCPHERSON The family of the late Catherine (Cathie) 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 loss. Grateful thanks to Kirsten at Southside Road Surgery and to all the district nurses and the carers at Castle Care. Thanks also to Rev. James Bissett for his comforting service, organist Mr Andrew Sutcliffe for his musical contribution and to D. Chisholm & Sons for their caring guidance with the funeral arrangements. Finally, thanks to Fiona's Flower Studio for the flowers, to Nairn Dunbar Golf Club for their hospitality and to those who attended the service to pay their final respects to Cathie.

BARKER The family of the late Alistair Ian Barker (Ali) 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 loss. Grateful thanks to Culloden Surgery and to District and Marie Curie nurses for their care and attention. Thanks also to Glynis Woodhead for her comforting ceremony and to D. Chisholm & Sons for their caring guidance with the funeral arrangements. Finally, thanks to Lochardil House Hotel for their hospitality and to those who attended the ceremony and donated towards Marie Curie in memory of Ali.

CORBETT The family of the late David Alexander Corbett (Davie) 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 loss. Grateful thanks to Halde Pottinger for his fitting ceremony, piper Gordon Straube for his musical contribution and to D. Chisholm & Sons for their caring guidance with the funeral arrangements. Finally, thanks to Fiona's Flower Studio for the flowers, to Raigmore Motel for their hospitality and to those who attended the ceremony and donated towards ITU and Ward 5A, Raigmore Hospital in memory of Davie.

MOIR Christine and family give thanks to God for the excellent care and support Alan received from so many in the final few months of his life; from Ward 7A Raigmore Hospital, Croyard Road doctors and community nurses, Fraser Elite carers, Marie Curie nurses and Highland Hospice Sunflower home carers. To Rev. David Scott, sincere thanks for his visits and for leading such a comforting funeral service at Inshes East Church. Thanks to Rev. Alistair Malcolm for leading a hopeful graveside service and for all his support to the family. To all who attended the service, for donations of £750 received for the Highland Hospice in memory of Alan, for letters, flowers, cards and food from friends and neighbours - thank you. William T. Fraser and Son were so professional and supportive throughout and we extend our heartfelt thanks to them.

SPENCE The family of the late Laurence Alexander Spence 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 loss. Grateful thanks to Glynis Woodhead for her comforting ceremony and to D. Chisholm & Sons for their caring guidance with the funeral arrangements. Finally, thanks to Fiona's Flower Studio for the flowers, to the British Legion for their hospitality and to those who attended the ceremony and donated towards ACI Recovery Services in memory of Laurence.

PATERSON The family of the late Jamie Paterson would like to express their thanks to all relatives, friends and neighbours for their kind expressions of sympathy on their recent loss. Grateful thanks to Allan Dunbar for his comforting service and to William T. Fraser and Son for their caring guidance with the funeral arrangements. Thank you to Lee for the beautiful flower arrangements and also to the Beaufort Hotel for their hospitality. Finally, thank you to everyone for the kind and generous donations to the Highland Hospice.

FEGGANS The family of the late Hamish Feggans would like to thank neighbours, friends and relatives for their support following the loss of Hamish. Thankyou for cards, visits, flowers and for attending the funeral. Donations of £420 have been shared with CHSS and HRFC. Thanks to the celebrant, Amanda Luscombe Smith, for her lively account of Hamish's life. The caring, sensitive support of all the staff of William T. Fraser and Son before, during and after the funeral was greatly appreciated.