Death Notices

ALLAN Funeral ceremony for the late Frank Allan, aged 85 years (F. Allan Panel Beater, Duncraig Street), will be held on Wednesday, 14th May, 2025, at 12.30pm, in D. Chisholm & Sons' Funeral Home, Huntly Street, Inverness; thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Livestream available on www.chisholmfunerals.co.uk/live-services

MACKINNON Kenneth. (Inverness and Kinlochleven). 23.10.1983 - 01.05.2025. Suddenly but peacefully, at home in Inverness, aged 41 years and sitting in his favourite chair. Beloved son of Sheena Mackinnon and the late Donald Mackinnon, cherished brother of Derick and Alex, brother-in-law to Susanne and Sandra, and a devoted uncle to Korrin and Raife. An extraordinary friend to so many, he was a gentle, humble soul with a larger-than-life spirit. His greatest joys were making music and sharing laughter with the people he loved. Arrangements by William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

BRATTEN Morag, (formerly of Glasgow, Balnain and Inverness) aged 90 years. Peacefully, at Harbour Rise Care Home, Paignton, on 14th April, 2025, with Nigel and Catriona at her side. Widow of Dr Neil Bratten and much-loved mother, mother-in-law to Deirdre and grandmother to Siobhan and Fearghus. A funeral service will be held in Devon on 27th May; followed by interment of ashes at Kilvean Cemetery, Inverness on 30th May, 2025. Details available from Les Down Funeral Director at Stockman and Loram Funeral Service, 7 Churston Broadway, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LE. Tel. 01626 777475 / 01803 843710.

NEILL Funeral ceremony for the late Chris Neill, aged 74 years, Lentran, Inverness. Following a private cremation, a celebration of Chris' life will be held on Tuesday, 13th May, 2025, at 12 noon, in Bunchrew House Hotel, Inverness IV3 8TA. All welcome to attend. Funeral arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

KAY Peacefully, on Sunday, 4th May, 2025, at Highview House Care Home, John Low Kay, of 69 Ashton Road, Inverness, aged 99 years. Post Office and Royal Scots Active Service. Beloved husband of the late Marie MacKenzie, Bredaig, Kiltarlity, most loving father to Elizabeth, Janet and John. Loved by all the family and many friends everywhere. Funeral service on Thursday, 15th May, at 12 noon, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. A warm welcome to all.

NEWITT Fiona Newitt passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, 4th May, 2025, after a short battle with terminal cancer, at the age of 69. Formerly of Highland Council Health and Social Care from 1988 2015. Beloved partner of Billy, sister to Kathleen, aunty to Simon and Jason and their children, granny Fi to Erin, Willie and the boys. A good friend to many. Always on our mind. Family flowers only. Funeral service on Monday, 19th May, at 2.00pm, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome. Arrangements by William T Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

WINPENNY Suddenly, at Raigmore Hospital, on Tuesday, 6th May, 2025, Reona Winpenny, 1 Cameron Avenue, Balloch, Inverness, aged 79 years. One-time of Hector Russell Kiltmakers. Beloved wife of Jim for 59 memorable years, dearly loved mum and mother-in-law of Craig and Lynn and loving granny to Blake and Jack. Funeral service on Wednesday, 14th May, at 2.00pm, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. All welcome. Family flowers only please. Donations invited for Alzheimer Scotland.

ROWLAND Peacefully, at Nairn Town and County Hospital on Sunday, 27th April, 2025, after a long illness, Clive Rowland, mountaineer, aged 81 years, of Inverene, Links Place, Nairn. Beloved husband of Fiona, dear father of Josephine, William and Cara, father-in-law of Max, a much loved brother, uncle and friend to many. Funeral service at St Ninians Church, Nairn on Friday, 16th May at 10.30am; thereafter to Cawdor Cemetery, all friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only, but donations in lieu to Scottish Mountain Rescue, Sarcoidosis U.K. or Erskine North. Formal dress is not required.

MCCUTCHEON Peacefully, in the care of the Highland Hospice, on Friday, 18th April, 2025, Nicola McCutcheon (Nicki), aged 49 years, Rosehaugh Road, Inverness. A much loved mum, granny, daughter, sister, niece, aunty, cousin and friend. Funeral ceremony on Wednesday, 7th May, 2025, at 2pm, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. No flowers please. Please wear a splash of colour in memory of Nicki. Inverness Crematorium livestream link available from www.chisholmfunerals.co.uk/funeral-notices

NASH The funeral ceremony for the late Liz-Ann Nash, aged 45 years, of Kirkhill, will be held on Tuesday, 6th May, 2025, at 1.30pm, in the funeral home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness. All welcome to attend, and to dress casually. No flowers please, but donations for Mikeysline may be given at the ceremony. Car parking available at the funeral home.

MACLENNAN The funeral service for the late Astrid MacLennan 'Kikkan', 49 Muirfield Road, Inverness, aged 77 years, will take place on Thursday, 8th May, 2025, at 11.30am, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness, officiated by her Swedish friends and relations. All welcome.

CLEAVER (Muir of Ord, formerly Hainault, Ilford, Essex). Roy passed away peacefully, after battling a short illness and with Helen by side, at the Highland Hospice, on Saturday, 26th April, 2025, aged 83 years. Beloved husband of Helen, much loved dad, stepdad, devoted grandad and a good friend to many. A celebration of Roy's life will be held at Inverness Crematorium, on Thursday, 15th May, 2025, commencing at 2pm. All family and friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only, but a donation, if desired, can be made at the service or online at www.mairiurquhartandson.com/notices/roy-cleaver for the Highland Hospice. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01463 870891.

BURTON Passed away on Wednesday, 30th April, 2025, at Kingsmills Care Home, Maureen Burton (nee Niven) aged 90 years, 13 Cradlehall Gardens, Inverness. Gemini Fashion Shop, Church Street, Proprietor. Loving wife of the late Peter, most loving mother and mother-in-law to Gail and Duncan, grandmother to Drew and Elliot, great-grandmother to five beautiful grandchildren and a good friend and neighbour. Funeral service on Friday, 9th May, at 2.30pm, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. All welcome.

CARROLL (Dingwall). Denise Carroll, of Castle Gardens, Dingwall, beloved wife and mother, passed away, peacefully, on Wednesday, 23rd April, 2025, at the age of 76. Her final days were spent in the company of her family, friends and the staff of Strathallan House, to whom the family express their thanks. A service of remembrance will be held at D. Gunn Funeral Directors, Blackwells Street, Dingwall, on Wednesday, 7th May, at 1.30pm. All welcome. Family flowers only please. Informal dress, particularly knitwear encouraged. All enquiries to D. Gunn Funeral Directors, Blackwells Street, Dingwall. Tel. 01349 863951.

ALLAN Peacefully, in the care of Kingsmills Care Home, Inverness, on Friday, 25th April, 2025, Frank Allan, aged 85 years (F. Allan Panel Beater, Duncraig Street). Beloved husband of the late Maureen, also a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral ceremony on Wednesday, 14th May, 2025, at 12.30pm, in D. Chisholm & Sons' Funeral Home, Huntly Street, Inverness; thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. All welcome to attend. No flowers please. Donations in memory of Frank towards Alzheimer Scotland may be given at the door. Livestream available on www.chisholmfunerals.co.uk/live-services

MOONIE (Alness). Hugh passed away suddenly, at home, on Wednesday, 23rd April, 2025, aged 79 years. Beloved husband of the late Elaine, much loved dad of Hugh and Paul, father-in-law of Helen and Adrienne, very good friend of Wilma, grandad to Samantha, Jack, Mark and Murphy, a dear brother to Nan, a good friend to many and a respected member of Ardross/Alness Bowling Club. Following a private cremation, a funeral service will be held at Alness Bowling Club on Wednesday, 7th May, 2025, commencing at 1pm (TBC). All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but a donation, if desired, can be made at the service or online at Mairiurquhartandson.com, for Ardross/Alness Bowling Club. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

WALLACE Suddenly, on Friday, 25th April, 2025 at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, Heather Eleanor Wallace, 96 MacEwan Drive, Inverness, aged 66 years. Artist. Beloved daughter and best friend of Meg and the late Bill, most loving sister to James and a good friend to many. Funeral service on Thursday, 8th May at 2.30pm in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. All welcome.

WHYTE Suddenly, in Raigmore Hospital, with his brother Mark by his side, on Monday, 21st April, 2025, Ronald Graham Whyte (Ronnie), aged 58 years, Jamaica Street, Inverness. Funeral ceremony on Thursday, 8th May, 2025, at 2pm, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. No flowers please. Inverness Crematorium livestream link available from www.chisholmfunerals.co.uk/funeral-notices

ROSS Sadly, shortly after arriving at Raigmore Hospital, Kenneth Ross, 17 St Valery Avenue, Inverness, aged 81 years. Lorry driver, breweries and MacRae Builders. Beloved husband of the late Myrtle, loving father to Mark and Melissa, dear nephew to Margaret and a good friend of many. Private cremation by William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

BOYD Margaret Boyd, Fortrose, passed at home, on Sunday, 27th April, 2025, after a long and hard illness, faced with humour and courage. Beloved partner of Alistair, mother of Joanne, sister of Robin and Ann. Funeral private at Margaret's request. Margaret's family would like to sincerely thank the Mid Ross Community Nursing Team and staff at Fortrose Medical Practice. Funeral arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.