Death Notices

MCKENZIE The family of the late Janet McKenzie (nee Blake) 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 sad loss. Grateful thanks to Haematology Department and Ward 5A Raigmore and also Nairn Health Care Group for their care and attention. Thanks also to Rev. Fiona Morrison for her comforting service and to Jim Clark for his care and compassion with funeral arrangements. Thanks to Dunbar Golf Club for their hospitality. Finally, thanks to all who attended the service and donated £560 for Nairn League of Friends and Haematology Department Raigmore, in memory of Janet.

GORMAL Peacefully, in the presence of her grandsons, at Aden House Care Home, Inverness, on 10th April, 2024, Muriel Gormal (nee Jenkins), aged 92 years, late of Ardersier. A dearly loved mum and granny. Funeral ceremony on Tuesday, 23rd April at 12.15pm, in the funeral home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness; thereafter to Ardersier Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Car parking available at the funeral home.

CRESSWELL The funeral service of the late Kenneth NAB Cresswell, aged 96 years, formerly of Campbelltown, Ardersier, will take place on Tuesday, 23rd April, at 12 noon, in Ardersier Parish Church; followed by refreshments at The Star Inn. All welcome. Arrangements by William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

MACPHERSON Peacefully, at Highview Nursing Home, Inverness, on 14th April, 2024, Charles Jordan MacPherson (Charlie), in his 76th year, Scorguie, Terrace, Inverness, formerly of Wallace Cottages, Southend. Dearly beloved husband of Eleanor, much loved dad of Christine and Charlene and a loving granda of Charlie. Charlie's funeral will take place on Wednesday, 24th April, 2024, at 1pm, in Southend Church; and thereafter to Keil Cemetery. Friends please accept this intimation and invitation Family flowers only please.

MACLENNAN Sadly, on 5th April, 2024, Zoe MacLennan, aged 29 years, Bremners Walk, Wick. Funeral arrangements to follow from D. Chisholm & Sons.

MATTHEW Peacefully, in the care of the Highland Hospice, on 16th April 2024, Linda Matthew (nee VanRooyen), aged 71 years, Bridgeview Drive, Inverness. Funeral arrangements to follow from D. Chisholm & Sons.

WILSON Funeral ceremony for the late Garry MacKenzie Wilson (Face), aged 60 years, Kenneth Street, Inverness, will be held on Monday, 22nd April, 2024, at 2pm, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Inverness Crematorium livestream link available from www.chisholmfunerals.co.uk

CARSON The funeral service of the late John Carson, aged 90 years, of 12 Burn Brae Terrace, Inverness, will take place on Monday, 22nd April, 2024, at 12 noon, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. All welcome.

MACKENZIE Suddenly, at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Glasgow, on 11th April, 2024, John Kenneth MacKenzie, aged 74 years, originally from Drumnadrochit, latterly of Newton Mearns, formerly Chief Officer of the Scottish Co-op. Beloved husband of Margaret MacKenzie. Funeral details available from later edition of press or from www.johnfraserandson.com/family-notices Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

NOBLE Peacefully, in the care of Highview House, Inverness, on 14th April 2024, James Douglas Noble (Jimmy), aged 78 years, Leachkin Drive, Inverness. Darling husband of Cath, devoted dad of Kayren, Tracy and Gary, loving Gogo of Adam, Abbie, Ellie and Lexie, also a dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle and good friend to many. Funeral arrangements to follow from D. Chisholm & Sons.

PRISE Peacefully, at home, on Sunday, 14th April, 2024, Margaret Prise "Magga", 6 Abertarff Place, Fort Augustus, aged 91 years. Greatly loved mother to Myra and Derek and mother-in-law to Frank. Well known and popular in the community and beyond. Requiem mass on Friday, 26th April at 12 noon in St Peter and Benedict's Church, Fort Augustus. A warm welcome to all. Donations for Alzheimer Scotland and Sunflower Carers at the service or via William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

MCNEIL (Nairn). Peacefully, after a long illness borne with courage and dignity, at Whinnieknowe Care Home, Nairn on Thursday, 11th April, 2024, Sheila Jessie McNeil (nee Fraser) formerly of Sutors Avenue, Nairn, aged 82 years. Beloved wife of the late Roy, a much loved mother of Andrew, Shona, Roy and Steven, a devoted grandmother and a sadly missed sister. Funeral service at Nairn Old Parish Church, on Tuesday, 23rd April, at 1.00pm; thereafter to Nairn Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Donations, if desired, may be given at the service to Guide Dogs For The Blind.

MACKINTOSH Suddenly, in her own home, on 11th April, 2024, Maryann MacKintosh (nee Munro), aged 90 years, Old Steading Road, Inverness. Beloved wife of the late Bob, loved mother of Derek, mother-in-law to Frances. Daughter of the late Harry and Jean Munro, sister of the late Jessie (McNeill) and Margaret (Dolly Munro). Funeral service on Wednesday, 24th April, at 12.30pm, in the funeral home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness; thereafter to Tomnahurich Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Car parking available at the funeral home.

MACDONALD Peacefully, on 11th April, 2024, at Raigmore Hospital, with army colleagues present,William Macdonald, 54 King Duncan Road, Inverness, aged 69 years. Former Royal Highland Fusiliers and Highland Council. Loving grandfather to Connor, sadly missed by all his family, many colleagues and friends. Funeral service on Wednesday, 8th May, at 11.00am, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness; thereafter to Gairloch Cemetery. All welcome.

ALLAN The funeral service for the late Major John MacKenzie Allan M.B.E., Croy, ex Queen's Own Highlanders will be held on Monday, 22nd April, 2024, at 12.30pm, in the funeral home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness; thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of John for ICU Raigmore Hospital may be given at the service. Car parking available at the funeral home.

BLACK Peacefully, on Friday, 12th April, 2024, at Raigmore Hospital, Belinda Ann Stewart Black, 11 Birchwood Court, Inverness, aged 72 years. Greatly loved mother to Lorraine and Sandi, loving granny, dear sister and friend of many. Funeral service on Thursday, 25th April, at 11.30am, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. A warm welcome to all.

MAXWELL Peacefully, at home, on Tuesday, 16th April, 2024, Katharine Agnes Maxwell, Old Schoolhouse, Corrimony, Glenurquhart, aged 78 years. Former teacher of Modern Languages at Glen Urquhart High School. Beloved wife of Allan, dear step mother and grandmother. Sadly missed by all who knew her. Funeral service on Monday, 29th April, at 12.30pm, in Drumnadrochit Church of Scotland; thereafter to New Kilmore Cemetery. All welcome. Donations invited at the service for Munlochy Animal Aid, or please forward to William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

MCLELLAN Peacefully, surrounded by her family, in the care of Kingsmills Care Home, Inverness on 15th April, 2024, Jean Kathleen McLellan, (nee Grant), aged 87 years, formerly of Leanach Court, Inverness. Beloved wife of Alan, dear mum of Duncan and Alison and much loved grandma of Sarah. Funeral private at the family's request. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Jean towards Alzheimer Scotland may be given at the door or on www.chisholmfunerals.co.uk Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

TORRANCE Thomas (Tommy). Peacefully, yet unexpectedly, on Monday, 11th March, 2024 at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow, aged 77. Beloved husband of Wilma (nee MacIver) of 54 years, devoted father to Lisa, Simon and Natalie and beautiful grandad to Thomas. Loving brother and uncle and wonderful friend to many. A graceful man in life, and in death. Private family service, with larger celebration of life in early June to say a fond farewell. Details to follow.

MACDERMID After a very short illness, at home, on 17th April, 2024, Gordon Macdermid, ex-fire officer, 14 Old Mill Road, Inverness, aged 78 years. Peacefully, with his beloved wife, Pat, of 58 years and his two sons, Michael and Alan. Father-in-law to Jane and Tracy and the best granda ever to Katrina, Mia, Taylor, James and Joel. Funeral arrangements to follow from D. Chisholm & Sons.