Death Notices

FRASER Suddenly at home, on Thursday, 24th April, 2025, Charlie Fraser, Ashfield Court, Nairn, formerly of Inverness, aged 72 years. Much loved husband of Helen, loving father of Jodi and Karen, grandfather to Kobi, Jack, Ethan and Aiesha and great-grandad to Sophia. Funeral service private at his own request. Arrangements by William T Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

GETTENS Peacefully at home, with his family by his side, on 21st April, 2025, Eddie Gettens, aged 78 years, of Kirkhill. Dearly loved husband of Kirsty and a much loved father. Funeral service on Thursday, 8th May, at 1pm, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

NEILL Peacefully, in Raigmore Hospital, on Tuesday, 22nd April, 2025, Chris Neill, aged 74 years, Lentran, Inverness. Loving husband of Cath, dear dad to Sam and his wife Vaila and Tom and his wife Jenny, much loved grandad to Kyle, Molly, Isla, Layla and Lewis and brother to Michael. 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. No flowers please. Donations in memory of Chris towards Water Aid UK may be given at the door. Funeral arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

DENNY Suddenly, at the home of a friend in Aberdeen, on Tuesday, 29th April, 2025, Brian Lachlan Denny, 61 Parkhill Circle, Dyce, Aberdeen, formerly of Inverness. Master bricklayer. Beloved partner of Angie Butler, step dad to Tia, Lindsay-Ann and Jenna, father to Brian, most loved brother to Jacqueline, Allan and Michelle and uncle to the late Andrew, Charlene, Kieran and Connie. Sadly missed by friends and family. Funeral service on Friday, 9th May, at 11.30am, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. All welcome. For those unable to attend the service will stream live via www.williamtfraserandson.co.uk/live-stream

DUNCAN Passed away, with her family by her side, in Raigmore Hospital on Saturday, 26th April, 2025, Margaret Christina Duncan (Maggie), nee Lawrence, aged 78 years, Nairnside, Inverness and formerly Boyndie. Beloved wife of Brian, devoted mam of Sylvia and her husband Colin and adored granny of Andrew and his wife Mhairi and Emily, also a dear sister, sister-in-law, aunt and good friend to many. Funeral private at Maggie's own request. Funeral arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

REID Peacefully, at home, on 22nd April, 2025, Christina Helen Reid (Cookie) nee Miller, aged 99 years, 51 Charles Street, Inverness. Cherished wife of the late Bobby, greatly treasured mam of Gwen and Krista, a dear mother-in-law of George and Alistair, loving granny to Christopher, Jaimie, Chrysta, Leanne, Lisa, Robbie and the late Paula, a special GG, sister-in-law, aunt, cousin and a good friend to many. Funeral service on Thursday, 15th May, at 12.30pm, in Baptist Church, Castle Street, Inverness; thereafter to Tomnahurich Cemetery. All welcome to attend, family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Cookie for The Mackenzie Centre can be given at the service. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

BRENNAN Peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on 22nd April, 2025, Catherine Brennan (nee Mutch), aged 76 years, of Stuart Street, Ardersier. Beloved mum, sister, granny, great-granny, poppet and auntie. Funeral service on Thursday, 1st May at 12 noon in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations for Cancer Research UK may be given at the service. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

BATHGATE Patricia Mary Jane Bathgate (Jean) nee Watt, passed away, peacefully, at Eilean Dubh Care Home, Fortrose on Thursday, 10th April, 2025. Formerly of Sunnyfield, Albert Street, Nairn. Beloved wife of Nichol, dear mother of Gordon and Fiona, much loved grandmother of Sophie, Abbie and Andrew, dear sister of John and the late Lillian, beloved mother-in-law of Vanessa and Douglas and friend to many. Funeral service to be held at Inverness Methodist Church, Huntly Street, on Thursday, 8th May, at 11.30am; and thereafter to Nairn Cemetery. All friends are warmly invited. Family flowers only, please, but donations in lieu, if desired, to Alzheimer Scotland.

SYRED Unexpectedly, but peacefully, at home, on Monday, 14th April, 2025, Richard Syred, aged 69 years, former Headteacher at Inshes Primary School. Dearly loved husband of Liz, much loved dad and grandad, also a dear father-in-law, brother, uncle and friend. A committal service will take place on Monday, 28th April at 11am in Inverness Crematorium; thereafter a service for Thanksgiving of Richard's Life will be held at King's Fellowship, Smithton Industrial Estate at 1pm. All warmly invited to both and welcome to wear a funny tie in Richard's memory. Family flowers only please. Donations for Working With Children and Young People Through Scripture Union Scotland may be given at the service. Livestream available at youtube.com/@kingsinverness4687 Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

ROSS (Formerly Inverness). Sadly, on Saturday, 12th April, 2025, Alexander 'Alec' Ross, aged 72 years. Loving son of the late Meg and Denny Ross, Columba Road, Inverness and brother of Margaret, Sheila, Dennis, Angela and Elaine. A former Queen's Own Highlander. A cremation service will be held in Lancashire.

CAMPBELL David John (born Inverness) passed away on 17th April, 2025, aged 86, at Saint Francis Hospice, London. He is survived by his wife Gloria, children Samantha and Oliver, grandson Thomas and sister Irene McCathie.

HUNTER Passed away at Raigmore Hospital, on Monday, 21st April, 2025, John Hunter, Millwood, Culloden Home Farm, aged 84 years. Proud Yorkshireman. Former Chief Engineer and Managing Director of AI Welders, member of the Mountaineering Club and avid pool player. Dear husband of Elizabeth, most loving father to Barry and Mark, father-in-law to Debbie, adored grandfather to Amber, Max and Eva. A sore loss to many colleagues and friends worldwide. Funeral service on Friday, 2nd May at 2.30pm in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. All welcome.

MORRISON Suddenly, in the Golden Jubilee Hospital, Glasgow, on Thursday, 3rd April, 2025, Gordon Morrison, aged 67 years, Balnafettack Crescent, Inverness. Loving husband of Jacquie and devoted dad of Jordan and Connor. Funeral ceremony on Wednesday, 30th April, 2025, at 12.15pm, in D. Chisholm & Sons' Funeral Home, Huntly Street, Inverness; thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. All welcome to attend. No flowers please. Donations in memory of Gordon towards The Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust may be given at the door or on www.chisholmfunerals.co.uk where livestream will be available.

MCLEOD Sarah Jane McKillop. Very sadly and suddenly, on Thursday, 3rd April, 2025, Sarah Jane McLeod of Badabrie, Fort William, much loved and cherished wife of the late Niall Duncan McKillop. A daughter of the late Alexander Roger and Joan McLeod, sister to Alick, an aunt and godmother. Sarah was a great friend to many and a much-respected midwife and colleague in the NHS and the Nursing Midwifery Council. She will be sorely missed. At her own request, the cremation is private. A celebration of Sarah's life will be held on Saturday, 7th June at 12 noon in the Kilmallie Community Centre, Corpach Fort William PH33 7JH. All welcome to attend. Enquiries to John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

FRASER Passed suddenly but peacefully, at home, on Tuesday, 1st April, 2025, Alison, aged 81 years. Beloved mother, sister, gran and friend to many. Will be sadly missed by all. Service will be held at Dunfermline Crematorium on Monday, 12th May, at 11:30am, to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only.

NIGHTINGALE The funeral service for the late Patricia Nightingale of Wester Aberchalder, Stratherrick, aged 78 years, will take place on Monday, 28th April, 2025, at 3.30pm, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. All welcome.

NASH Suddenly, at home, on 19th April, 2025, Liz-Ann Nash, aged 45 years, of Kirkhill. Daughter of Ann, mum of John, George, Kara and the late Katarina, granny to Becka, Isabel, Darcy, Hayley and Jay-J. Funeral details available from www.johnfraserandson.com/family-notices Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

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 arrangements to follow from D. Chisholm & Sons.

COCHRANE Evelyn (nee Gray) (Edinburgh). After a sudden illness, Evelyn, beloved wife and best friend of Owen and a wonderful, loving mum to Sami and Cameron, passed away on 7th April, 2025. Service at Mortonhall Crematorium, Pentland Chapel, Edinburgh on Wednesday, 30th April at 1.30pm. All friends are invited. Donations may be sent to Carers Scotland. Live webcast details: https://watch.obitus.com Login: deve9243 Password: 098424.

SHEWAN Peacefully, at home, on Tuesday, 22nd April, 2025, Norma Shewan (nee Hall), aged 64 years, Cauldeen Road, Inverness. Beloved wife of Shuggie, loving mam of Natalie and Jessica, also a dear sister, aunt and friend. Funeral ceremony on Thursday, 1st May, 2025, at 1pm, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. No flowers please. Donations in memory of Norma towards Guide Dogs may be given at the door or on www.chisholmfunerals.co.uk/funeral-notices where Inverness Crematorium livestream link is available.