Acknowledgements

RATTRAY The family of the late Nancy Ray Morrison (nee Rattray) 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 3A, Raigmore Hospital for their care and attention. Thanks also to Glynis Woodhead for her comforting ceremony, Gordon Straube for his piping tribute and to D. Chisholm & Sons for their caring guidance with the funeral arrangements. A special mention to David Haas (Senior Community Development Manager for Highland Council) for his kind words and recognising Nancy's contribution to the city with a memorial in The Victorian Market. Finally, thanks to City Florists for the flowers, to Chieftain Hotel for their hospitality and to those who attended the ceremony and donated towards Macmillan Cancer Support in memory of Nancy.

GAULT The family of the late Pat Gault 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 the British Legion for their hospitality and to those who attended the ceremony and donated towards Royal Osteoporosis Society in memory of Pat.

DONALD The family of the late Isabel Donald wish to thank all relatives and friends for the kind expressions of sympathy shown to them in their recent bereavement, and for all the beautiful floral tributes received. They also wish to thank those who donated so generously to the RNLI and the Highland Hospice. Special thanks to Rev. James Bissett for his uplifting service. Finally, thank you to everyone at John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their sensitivity and support with the funeral arrangements.

MACGILLIVRAY Donald, Iain and Anna would like to thank all friends and relatives who attended Dorothy's funeral and for all their best wishes. A special thank you to Rev. David Scott, for the caring and compassionate service and to John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness, for the service on the day.

ROSS Mary and the family of the late Ronald Ross wish to convey their sincere thanks to all friends, relatives, neighbours and Ron's work colleagues for their messages of sympathy and support at this sad time. Special thanks to our dear friends David and Janice for their support. Thank you to all staff at Ward 4C Raigmore Hospital, to Rev. Douglas Robertson for his warm and uplifting service and to William T. Fraser and Son for their caring guidance and professionalism with the funeral arrangements. A final thanks to all those who attended the service and generously donated £200 to Ward 4C Raigmore Hospital.

SUMMERFIELD The family of the late Rhoda Margaret Summerfield 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 and to D. Chisholm & Sons for their caring guidance with the funeral arrangements. Finally, thanks to Flo's Flowers, to Loch Ness Country House Hotel for their hospitality and to those who attended the ceremony and donated towards Macmillan Cancer Support in memory of Rhoda.

HOLLAND The families of Gwen Holland wish to express their sincere thanks to all of her friends, neighbours and fellow Reminiscent Group members for their kind support, messages and words shown to us all during this sad time. The family would also like to express their grateful thanks to the police, ambulance service and staff on Ward GA, Raigmore Hospital for their care and kindness shown to Gwen. Many thanks also to Celebrant Alan Smurthwaite and all the team at John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their support, care, excellent funeral arrangements and fitting service. 20 Heyscroft Road, Woolton, Liverpool, L25 8RU

MACDONALD The family of the late William Fraser Macdonald (Bill) 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 and other departments at Raigmore Hospital, to Kingsmills Medical Practice and to everyone involved in Bill's care for their support and attention. We are grateful to Allan J. Dunbar for his heartening service, to Ronnie Shaw for his musical expertise and to D. Chisholm & Sons for their compassionate guidance with the funeral arrangements. Thanks to Fiona's Flower Studio for their skilful presentation, to Lochardil House Hotel for their hospitality and to those who kindly attended the service and donated to the Highland Hospice in memory of Bill.

STEWART (North Kessock). The family of the late Elizabeth (Betty), wish to thank everyone for their kind expressions of sympathy following the loss of their dear mum, and everyone who attended her funeral. Kind thanks to Rev. Irene Munro for her comforting service and to William T. Fraser and Son for their care and compassion in guiding us through the funeral arrangements. Many thanks to the North Kessock Hotel for their catering and finally a special thank you for all the generous donations which will be forwarded to the Stroke Association in memory of Betty.

MACPHEE The family of the late Charlotte MacPhee wish to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for the kind expressions of sympathy shown to them in their recent bereavement. Thanks to Culloden Medical Practice and doctors and nurses at Raigmore Hospital. Special thanks to Father Domenico Zanre for his uplifting service and to John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their care and compassion with the funeral arrangements.

STEVENTON Kellie would like to express her sincere thanks to all friends and family for the extremely kind expressions of sympathy on the loss of her darling mum Valerie, Anna and Martha's beloved Mama. Grateful thanks to Rev Louw for his comforting service, Cawdor Tavern for their hospitality, Flowers by Judith for the wonderful flowers and William T Fraser and Son for their guidance and advice. Finally, thank you to the staff at Lynemore Care Home, Grantown, for their outstanding care and devotion over the last year and for their incredible support during the last week of Valerie's life. 'Mum we will love you forever'. Donations gratefully received, will be sent to Alzheimer Scotland.

MARTIN The family of the late Joan Martin wish to thank all relatives and friends for sympathy shown to them in their recent bereavement. Thanks to the doctors and staff at Fairfield Medical Practice, for their care over many years and to all who attended the funeral service and donated so generously to MND Scotland. Special thanks to the Rev. James Bissett for his uplifting service. Thanks also to Vicki Fraser, Sarah Maclean and all at John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness, for their sensitivity and support with the funeral arrangements.

LOW Rena, Diane and all the family would like to thank the friends and relatives who attended Albert's funeral and for all the best wishes, phone calls and flowers received. A special thank you to Rev. David Scott for conducting the service in such a caring and compassionate way and to William T. Fraser and Son for their service on the day and in the run up to the funeral.

REID The family of the late Jake Reid 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 Loch Ness Country House Hotel for their hospitality and to those who attended the ceremony and donated towards Highland and Islands Blood Bikes in memory of Jake.

MACPHAIL The family of the late Neil MacPhail wish to extend the warmest of thanks for the kindness shown to them following his sudden passing. Thanks especially to everyone involved in his wonderful tribute including the lovely online comments, it brings a great deal of comfort to read what Neil meant to so many people. Thanks to those who attended the funeral online or in person, your presence was truly appreciated. Thank you to Maria Dickson of Amethyst Ceremonies for her support and creation of such a beautiful service and to Bruce MacGregor for playing the processional music. The family are extremely grateful and touched by your kindness. A huge thank you also to Vicki Fraser and all the team from John Fraser & Son, of Chapel Street, Inverness. The compassion, guidance and support provided during such a sad and complex time has been simply exceptional. We also wish to extend our heartfelt thanks to the team at MacGregor's Bar and Ness Side Catering who created the best environment for sharing stories, music, laughter and love.

FRASER The family of the late Marlene Topping Fraser 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 7A, Raigmore Hospital 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 Fiona's Flower Studio for the flowers, to the Beaufort Hotel for their hospitality and to those who attended the ceremony and donated towards Alzheimer Scotland in memory of Marlene.

CARMICHAEL The family of the late Brian Thomas Carmichael (Carmike) 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 Oops A Daisy for the flowers, to the Lovat Arms Hotel for their hospitality and to those who attended the ceremony to pay their final respects to Brian.

MACLEAN The family of the late James Cameron Maclean (Jim) 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 Kingsmills Care Home 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 Fiona's Flower Studio for the flowers, to Kingsmills Hotel for their hospitality and to those who attended the ceremony and donated towards Mackenzie Centre in memory of Jim.

MACKIE The family of the late Hugh Campbell Mackie 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 Halde Pottinger for his fitting ceremony, Gordon Straube for his piping tribute, military family for their dignified ceremonial duties 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 Poppyscotland in memory of Hugh.

CAMERON The family of the late Rosemary Cameron 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 5A, Raigmore Hospital for their care and attention. Thanks also to Rev. Hugh Watt for his comforting service, organist Mr Ronnie Shaw for his musical contribution and to D. Chisholm & Sons for their caring guidance with the funeral arrangements. Finally, thanks to Amanda Call for the flowers, to Kingsmills Hotel for their hospitality and to those who attended the service and whose kind generosity raised £748.00 towards Highland Hospice in memory of Rosemary.