Death Notices

WATT Peacefully, in his sleep, at Raigmore Hospital, on Monday, 16th December, 2024, Gordon Watt, of Lochiel Road, Inverness, aged 82 years. Offshore Paint Blaster. Father to Gordon and Shona, grandfather to Gordon and a good friend to many. Funeral service on Monday, 6th January, 2025, at 11.00am, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. All welcome.

GIBSON Peacefully, on Saturday, 14th December, 2024, at Kingsmills Care Home, George Gibson, Westwood, Inverarnie, Farr, aged 96 years. One time of Kitson Crescent, Portree, Isle of Skye. Water Engineer, founder member Sconser Golf Club and life member RSPB. Much loved uncle to Angus, Peter, Mary, Dale, Rachael and Andrew. Well known friend to many. Funeral service on Friday, 27th December, at 12.30pm, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. All welcome.

PIRIE Sadly, on Saturday, 14th December, 2024, Graham Pirie, 57 Druid Road, Inverness, aged 64 years. HGV also British Rail train driver. Ever loving and loved by Lorna and all the family. Funeral service on Tuesday, 7th January, at 12noon, in the funeral home of William T Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness; thereafter by MacRitchie lorry as cortege to Petty Tornagrain Cemetery. A warm welcome to all.

RATTRAY Peacefully, in Raigmore Hospital, on Wednesday, 11th December, 2024, Nancy Ray Morrison (nee Rattray), aged 83 years, Tern Avenue, Inverness (retired proprietor, Joke Shop, Market Hall). A dear sister, aunt, cousin and friend to many. Funeral ceremony on Monday, 23rd December, 2024, at 12.30pm, in D. Chisholm & Sons' Funeral Home, Huntly Street, Inverness; thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Nancy towards Macmillan Cancer Support may be given at the door or on www.chisholmfunerals.co.uk where livestream will be available.

HOPE Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, on Tuesday, 17th December, 2024, Stephen Hope, Kingsmills Road, Inverness, aged 59 years. Much loved husband of Judith, loving father of Fraser, Rory and Gregor and dear brother of Jeffrey. Funeral ceremony on Friday, 10th January, 2025, at 2pm, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Stephen for SNAP, may be given at the ceremony. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

NICOL Peacefully, after admittance to Raigmore Hospital on Monday, 16th December, 2024, Alec Nicol, 96 Blarmore Avenue, Inverness, aged 89 years. British Rail. Beloved husband of the late Margaret, much loved father to Sandra and Alistair, grandfather and a good friend of many. Funeral service on Tuesday, 31st December, at 12 noon, in the funeral home of William T Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness; thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. A warm welcome to all.

TAYLOR Dr. Elspeth Taylor, (nee Beveridge), aged 100, in the loving care of Castlehill Care Home, Inverness, on 16th December, 2024. Formerly of Belladrum, by Kiltarlity, in Inverness-shire and before that of Kintore, in Aberdeen-shire, where she was a GP at Inverurie Medical Practice for many years. Beloved wife of the late Gordon Taylor, much-loved mum of Alis Ballance and dear granny to Calum and Ossian. Funeral private. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

SMITH James Tolmie (P. Eng). 1934-2024. A true gentleman, Jim passed away peacefully, in Ontario, Canada on 22nd November, 2024, surrounded by his loving daughters Linsey Corrigan (Jeff), Caroline Gingles (Erik), Shona Smith and Trish Telfer (Jim). He was predeceased by his much-loved wife and soul mate Ena J.P. Smith, his parents Agnes and Harry Smith and his brother Russell Smith (Helen). In a life full of notable achievements, Jim was proudest of his family including grandchildren Tadhg, Kate, Abbie, Stuart, Catriona, Sarah and Claire. He will be remembered with love and affection by his dear sister Mary Smith (David), his extended family and many good friends. Sincere thanks to the Palliative Care Team at Joseph Brant Hospital. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Walton United Church or a charity of choice. As per Jim's wishes, there will be a celebration of life for immediate family at a future date.

STEWART Peacefully, in the care of North Merchiston Care Home, Edinburgh, on 10th December, 2024, Donella Leslie Stewart (nee MacDonald), aged 93 years, formerly Assynt Road, Inverness. Dearly loved wife of the late Robert, much loved mum of Yvonne, mother-in-law to Ron, loving grandmother to Kirsty, Lindsay and Rebecca. Will be sadly missed. Funeral service on Friday, 20th December, at 11am, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Donations for Alzheimer Scotland, may be given at the service. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

MACKENZIE (Drumnadrochit). Jennifer Jacqueline Mary Mackenzie passed away peacefully, at home, 10 Dal of Kilmore (formerly of Rychraggan Farm, Genurquhart, Drumnadrochit), on Sunday, 8th December, 2024, aged 74 years. Beloved wife of the late Donald, much loved mam of Ronald, Hazel and Sandra, loving granny of Steven, Rachel and John (JD), a dear sister, sister in law and aunty. A celebration of Jacqueline's life will be held at Inverness Crematorium on Friday, 20th December, 2024, commencing at 12 noon, all friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but a donation, if so desired, can be made at the service for the Glenurquhart Care Centre. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

SMITH James Tolmie (P. Eng). 1934-2024. A true gentleman, Jim passed away peacefully, in Ontario, Canada on 22nd November, 2024, surrounded by his loving daughters Linsey Corrigan (Jeff), Caroline Gingles (Erik), Shona Smith and Trish Telfer (Jim). He was predeceased by his much-loved wife and soul mate Ena J.P. Smith, his parents Agnes and Harry Smith and his brother Russell Smith (Helen). In a life full of notable achievements, Jim was proudest of his family including grandchildren Tadhg, Kate, Abbie, Stuart, Catriona, Sarah and Claire. He will be remembered with love and affection by his dear sister Mary Smith (David), his extended family and many good friends. Sincere thanks to the Palliative Care Team at Joseph Brant Hospital. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Walton United Church or a charity of choice. As per Jim's wishes, there will be a celebration of life for immediate family at a future date.

RIDDELL The funeral service for the late Betty Riddell, (nee Milne), aged 75 years, 79 Kingsmills Road, Inverness, will take place on Tuesday, 17th December, 2024, at 12noon, in the funeral home of William T Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness; thereafter to Wardlaw Cemetery, Kirkhill. All welcome.

SKINNER Peacefully, in the care of Daviot Care Home, Inverness, on Monday, 9th December, 2024, Mary June Skinner (nee MacDonald), aged 84 years, Maxwell Drive, Inverness. Beloved wife of George, also a loving mother, granny, great granny, sister, sister-in-law, auntie and god-mother. Funeral ceremony on Thursday, 19th December, 2024, at 12.15pm, in D. Chisholm & Sons' Funeral Home, Huntly Street, Inverness; thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of June towards Daviot Care Home Resident Fund may be given at the door. Livestream available on www.chisholmfunerals.co.uk/live-services

STEWART Peacefully, in the care of North Merchiston Care Home, Edinburgh, on 10th December, 2024, Donella Leslie Stewart, (nee MacDonald), aged 93 years, formerly Assynt Road, Inverness. Dearly loved wife of the late Robert, much loved mum of Yvonne, mother-in-law to Ron, loving grandmother to Kirsty, Lindsay and Rebecca. Will be sadly missed. Funeral details available from www.johnfraserandson.com/family-notices Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

BENNIE Peacefully, on Tuesday, 10th December, 2024, at Raigmore Hospital, Alistair Bennie, School Brae, Croy, aged 82 years, Inspector Livestock Commission, lifetime member Dalcross Curling Club. Beloved husband of the late Marion, most loving father to Lindsay, Louise and Caroline, devoted Pops to Millie, Harris, Baxter and Pip, dear brother. A true and good friend to many. Funeral service on Friday, 27th December, at 2.30pm, in the Funeral Home of William T Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. A warm welcome to all.

GUY Peacefully, on Saturday, 7th December 2024, at Strathallan House Care Home, Catherine Margaret Guy, of 55 Balmacaan Road, Drumnadrochit, aged 96 years. Beloved wife of the late Peter, ever loving mother to Alex, Peter and Ian, much loved grandmother and great-grandmother. Well-known and held dear by many in the Drum and beyond. Funeral service on Thursday, 19th December, at 3pm, in the Funeral Home of William T Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. All welcome to say a fond farewell.

GREEN Sadly, at home on 8th December, 2024, Joan Anne Green (nee Rogers), aged 78 years, Temple Crescent, Inverness, long time employee of Woolworths, Inverness. Dearly loved mum, grandmother, great-grandmother, mother-in-law, sister, aunt and great friend. Funeral service on Tuesday, 17th December, at 2pm, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. No flowers please but donations for Cancer Research UK, may be given at the service. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness. Livestream available via www.johnfraserandson.com/funeral-notices

DALDALAN The funeral service for the late Janette Daldalan, 4 Towerhill Gardens, Inverness, aged 56 years, will take place on Wednesday, 18th December, 2024, at 12noon, in St Columba's Roman Catholic Church, Smithton; thereafter to Petty Tornagrain Cemetery. Donations welcome for Maggie's Highlands and the Highland Hospice, at the service or via William T Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. All invited. RIP.

YOUNIE Peacefully, in Raigmore Hospital, on Saturday, 7th December, 2024, Maureen Jane Younie (nee Insch), aged 87 years, Mackintosh Road, Inverness. Beloved wife of the late Willie Younie, also a dear mam, granny and sister. Funeral private in accordance with Maureen's wishes. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

PROUDFOOT Ever one to surprise us, Jan Proudfoot passed away on 1st December, 2024. Please join us for a celebration of her life on Wednesday, 18th December, 2024, at 11am, in D. Chisholm & Sons' Funeral Home, Huntly Street, Inverness; thereafter cremation private. Please wear something bright and colourful in memory of Jan. A soiree will follow in the Kingsmills Hotel at 12.30pm. Livestream available on www.chisholmfunerals.co.uk/live-services