Death Notices

ROBERTSON - Passed away peacefully, at home, on Thursday, 25th November, 2021, James Lachlan Robertson, 139 Culduthel Road, Inverness, aged 96 years. Formerly BT. Beloved husband of Jocelyn, loved by all the family. Private funeral. Arrangements by William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

CUTHBERT - Peacefully, at home, on 23rd November, 2021, Marjory Cuthbert, aged 78 years, Suilven Way, Inverness. Much loved mother of Mark, a dear sister, sister-in-law, aunt and cousin. Cremation private. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

CORMACK - Suddenly, while preparing for his place of work, David Graham Cormack, 1/3 161 Holmlea Road, Glasgow, aged 57 years. Beloved husband of Kay, much loved son of Liz and the late Sandy, Balinoe, Ardgay, loving father of the late David James Cormack, very dear brother, sadly missed by all family and friends in Glasgow, Beauly and elsewhere. Funeral arrangements by William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

MACKINTOSH - (Nairn). Suddenly, but peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, on Saturday, 20th November, 2021, Lydia (nee Clark), devoted wife of the late Grant, dearly loved mother to Nigel, Marie and Lorna, a much loved mother-in-law to Lily and Keith and a loving granny, great-granny, sister, sister-in-law and friend to many. Former nurse, Prudential insurance agent and staff at Nairn Senior Citizens' Lunch Club. "It's time to rest now Mam." Funeral service at Nairn Old Parish Church, on Wednesday, 1st December, at 10.30am; followed by interment at Nairn Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only, donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Nairn Hospital League of Friends or forwarded to David M Ellen Funeral Directors, 66 High Street, Nairn IV12 4AU. Tel. 01667 453023.

MacDONALD - Peacefully, at Culduthel Care Home, Inverness, on Monday, 22nd November, 2021, Grace Ann MacDonald (nee Cumming, last surviving member of the Cumming family, Golf View, Embo), Harris Road, Inverness, aged 83 years. Devoted and much loved wife of the late Sandy MacDonald, loving mother of Amanda, doting nan of Samantha and Stephanie, much loved by her family and friends. Funeral service on Monday, 29th November, 2021, at 12 noon, in the East Church, Inverness; thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. All invited. Donations welcome for Alzheimer's Scotland. Arrangements by William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

ABERNETHY - William Stormont (Bill or Willie), aged 96 years. Peacefully, on Thursday, 18th November, 2021 at St Olaf's Care Home, Nairn. Formerly Coupar Angus, Belivat by Nairn and Culloden. Retired pearl fisher. Keen Scottish country dancer and friend of many. Funeral service at Inverness Crematorium on Wednesday, 1st December at 1pm . No flowers please. All friends respectfully invited. Arrangements by Jim Clark Funeral Directors, Nairn. Tel. 01667 453234 for further information.

RIDDOCH - Peacefully, on Friday, 19th November, 2021, at the Royal Northern Infirmary, Rose Birnie Riddoch (nee Ritchie), 10 Culduthel Gardens, Inverness, aged 90 years. Dearly beloved wife to Charlie and much loved mam to Charles, sadly missed by friends and family. Funeral service on Tuesday, 30th November, 2021, at 2pm, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. All welcome to attend. The service will stream from www.williamtfraserandson.co.uk/live-stream

DORAN - (Ardersier). Suddenly, at her home, on Wednesday, 17th November, 2021, Barbara Doran of Stuart Avenue, Ardersier, aged 83 years. A much loved wife of the late Andy Doran, a beloved mother of Mark, Nicola, Paul and Sharon, a caring mother-in-law, a devoted nana and great-nana, a sadly missed sister and friend to many. Funeral service at Ardersier Parish Church on Tuesday, 7th December at 12.30pm; thereafter to Ardersier Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Cancer Research.

CAMPBELL - Suddenly and very unexpectedly, on Sunday, 14th November, 2021, at Raigmore Hospital, Lawrence Campbell (Larry), of Macewen Drive, Inverness, aged 73 years. Sadly missed by many. Funeral service on Thursday, 2nd December, 2021 at 12 noon, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness; thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. All welcome.

MACDONALD - (Maryburgh). Born asleep peacefully, on Wednesday, 20th October, 2021. Baby Faith Ava Fridge, much loved daughter of Sarah MacDonald and Alex Fridge. Loving granddaughter of Allan, Margo, Iain and Ann and a dear niece. Already laid to rest and safe in God's hands.

KESTON - (Nairn). Peacefully, after a long illness, at St Olaf Nursing Home, Nairn, on Monday, 15th November, 2021, Dr Robert Bruce Keston of Manse Road, Nairn, aged 78 years. Beloved husband of Marion, a much loved father of David, Peter and Judith, a dear father-in-law and a devoted grandfather. Funeral service at St Columba's Episcopal Church on Friday, 26th November at 10am. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Highland Hospice and Nairn Hospital League of Friends.

MARWICK - Peacefully, at Carolton Care Home, Nairn, on Friday, 12th November, aged 93. Sarah Elizabeth 'Essie' Marwick (nee Ross), formerly of 'Halladale', 1 Young Street, Nairn. Dearly loved wife of the late David Marwick, Kinchyle, loving mum to Elizabeth and Mary and devoted granny and great-granny. Funeral service will take place at St Ninians Church, Nairn on Friday, 26th November at 12.00 midday; followed by an interment at Croy Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only.

CAMPBELL - (Formerly of Glasgow). It is with a heavy heart, that I announce the death of my sister, Catriona Ann Alexa MacLeod Campbell, who died peacefully in her sleep, at Hillcrest House Care Home in Nairn, on Tuesday, 9th November, aged 63 years, with her family by her side. Cherished sister to Fiona MacLeod and much loved daughter of the late Johnna MacLeod and William Campbell. Special thank you to the staff at Hillcrest House for their kindness, care and support. Funeral service will be held at Cathcart Trinity Church in Glasgow on Tuesday, 30th November at 12 noon. Donations to childline https://www.nspcc.org.uk/support-us/ways-to-give/donate/.

LAUDER - Sadly, on Friday, 5th November, 2021, due to a road traffic accident, Alan James Lauder, Admiralty Road, Rosyth, aged 55 years. Groundsman at Taylor Wimpey, Queensferry. Beloved son of the late Maureen and John, darling partner of Jen, much loved dad of Levi and Lennox, amazing brother of Shane and Tammy, will be sorely missed by so many and his beloved dog, Chloe. Funeral service on Tuesday, 23rd November, 2021, at 11am, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness; thereafter to Cawdor Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations are welcome for Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland at www.facebook.com/invernessfuneraldirectors. The service will stream from www.williamtfraserandson.co.uk/live-stream

BROWN - Peacefully, on 15th November, 2021, Ann Brown (retired district nurse), of Glenurquhart. Dearly loved wife of Chris, much loved mum of Philip and Helen, a loving granny, dear sister to John and a good friend to many. Funeral details available via www.johnfraserandson.com/family-notices. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

MACKAY - Peacefully, at home, on 17th November, 2021, Johan Mackay (nee Wemyss), aged 95 years, Heatherley Crescent, Inverness, beloved wife of the late Donald, also a dear sister and aunt. Funeral private at Johan's request. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

STEWART - Passed away, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on 16th November, 2021, William James Stewart (Willie), aged 77 years, Mackintosh Road, Inverness (retired binman), a dear brother, uncle and great-uncle. Funeral arrangements to follow on D. Chisholm & Sons' Facebook page or telephone 01463 712255.

SOMERVILLE - Peacefully, in the care of the Highland Hospice, Inverness, on 12th November, 2021, Dr Margaret Somerville, aged 67 years, Wester Galcantray, much loved wife of Mike. Funeral ceremony on Thursday, 25th November, 2021, at 2pm, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, towards the Highland Hospice may be given at the door or sent direct. Attendees are invited to wear a splash of colour in memory of Margaret. Inverness Crematorium live link available on D. Chisholm & Sons' Facebook page.

SCOTT - Peacefully, surrounded by her family in the care of the Highland Hospice, Inverness, on 13th November, 2021, Amanda Scott (nee Houston), aged 68 years, Culloden Park, Inverness, beloved wife of Sandy, also a much loved mum, nana and good friend to many. Funeral ceremony on Friday, 26th November, 2021, at 11am, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, in memory of Amanda towards the Highland Hospice may be given at the door or on D. Chisholm & Sons' Facebook page where Inverness Crematorium live link is available.

NICOLSON - Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on 11th November, 2021, Dugald MacRaild Nicolson (Duggie Caley), aged 72 years, Inverness and formerly Skye, a much loved dad, papa, brother and good friend to many. Funeral service today (Friday), 19th November, 2021, at 1pm, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, in memory of Duggie towards Children in Need may be given at the door. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.