Death Notices

DICKSON - Peacefully, on Saturday, 28th March, 2020, at Highview House, Isabella Dickson, of 165 Miller Street, Inverness, aged 85 years, retired Head Teacher, Corpach. Beloved wife of the late Fergus Dickson, much loved mother of Catriona and Alasdair, dearly loved grandmother of Sarah and David. Sadly missed by all her friends. Restricted funeral service on Friday, 10th April, 2020 at 1.00pm in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

MOIR - Passed away at home, with her husband, son and daughter by her side, on 1st April, 2020, after a long illness borne with great strength and courage, Isobel, aged 63 years, Highfield, Muir of Ord. Beloved wife of Thomas, much loved mum of Eilidh and Alan, also a loving sister, auntie and friend. Funeral private. Enquiries to the funeral directors; John Fraser & Son, Lovat House, High Street, Dingwall. Tel. 01349 808666.

CALLUM - Peacefully, at home, on Wednesday, 1st April, 2020, Olive Marjory Ann Callum (nee McKenzie), Station House, Station Road, Ardersier, aged 95 years. Former business partner H. A. Callum & Son, Ardersier. Beloved wife of the late Hugh, adored mother to Fiona, Alison, Allan and Gillian, dear mother-in-law, loving grandmother and great-grandmother. Very sadly missed. Graveside service will take place at 1.00pm on Thursday, 9th April, 2020, in Petty Tornagrain Cemetery with family only. Arrangements by William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

WATSON - Passed away at Highview House Care Home, Inverness, on 28th March, 2020, Harry Watson, aged 100 years, Greig Street, Inverness (retired Postman and Inverness Thistle Winger). Dearly loved father of Alan, Brian and the late Keith, also a much loved grandfather and great-grandfather. The family wish to thank all at Highview House for their kindness. Due to current guidelines a private family cremation will be held. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

TRAILL - Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on 28th March, 2020, Nancie Traill, aged 72 years, Avoch, loving wife of the late Gordon, adored mum of David, Rhona and Rebecca, also a dear granny and sister. Funeral service private. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

SLANEY - Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, after a long illness, on 29th March, 2020, Cassimer Duncan Slaney (Cas), aged 76 years, loving father, grandfather, brother and uncle. Funeral ceremony private. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

MILNE - Peacefully, at the Royal Northern Infirmary Community Hospital, Inverness, on 27th March, 2020, Alistair Milne, aged 92 years, Park Road, Inverness, beloved husband of Winifred, adored father of Alison and Ian, also a loving grandpa and great-grandpa. Funeral service private. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

HALKETT - Peacefully, at home, on Wednesday, 1st April, 2020, surrounded by her loving family, Morag Halkett (nee Russell), 9 Braeside Park, Balloch, aged 78 years. Dearly loved wife of Eric, much loved mum of Robbie and Sheilagh, dear mother-in-law of Karen, devoted granny of Fraser, Ross and Scott and a dear sister of Tom. Family funeral service will be held on Wednesday, 8th April, 2020 at 2pm, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

ROBERTSHAW - Peacefully, on Wednesday, 1st April, 2020, at Highview House, Marjory Robertshaw, 57 Clachnaharry Court, Inverness, aged 89 years. Beloved wife of the late Geoffrey Robertshaw and dear sister of Ruth Watmough. Arrangements by William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

FRASER - (Errogie). At Raigmore Hospital on Sunday, 29th March, 2020, Isobel Fraser, Beinn Sgurrach, Errogie, aged 86 years. Beloved wife of the late Donnie, much loved mam of Shona and Andrew, dear mother-in-law of Eric and Donalda, dearly loved granny of Roma and Lewis, great-granny of Lexi. Due to the current health guidelines a private funeral will be held on Tuesday, 7th April, 2020. No flowers by her own request. Donations, if desired, for the Highland Hospice can be forwarded to William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

MCKENZIE - Peacefully, at the Highland Hospice, on Friday, 27th March, 2020, after an illness borne with great courage and dignity, Ronald Cameron McKenzie (Ronnie) aged 59 years. Darling husband and soulmate of Nena, cherished and loving dad to Ainsley, Shaun, Paula and Steven and doting granda to Alisha, Jordan and Jayden. Dearly loved son of Ada and the late Ronnie, loving brother to Jillian and Yvonne. Dear father-in-law to John and Joanna and a much loved brother-in-law, uncle, nephew, cousin and loyal friend to many. Funeral private. Donations, if desired, can be made directly to the Highland Hospice or to the Macmillan Suite, Raigmore Hospital. Enquiries to the funeral directors; John Fraser & Son, 17-29 Chapel Street, Inverness. Tel. 01463 233366.

MACKENZIE - Peacefully, at home, on 29th March, 2020, Veronica, aged 80 years, formerly of Bruce Gardens and Dunain Road, Inverness. Beloved daughter of the late Andrew and Jessie MacKenzie, much loved sister of Evelyn, and of her late twin sister Joan (died in infancy), Andy, Douglas and Ronald (died in infancy), also a proud and loving aunt, great-aunt and great-great aunt. Funeral private. Enquiries to the funeral directors; John Fraser & Son, 17-29 Chapel Street, Inverness. Tel. 01463 233366.

MONTROY - Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness on 27th March, 2020, James (Jimmy) Montroy, aged 74 years, latterly of Culloden, formerly of Beauly. Much loved dad of Kerry, Christopher and Darren, special father-in-law of Ricky, also a loving pops. Funeral private. Enquiries to the funeral directors; John Fraser & Son, 17-29 Chapel Street, Inverness. Tel. 01463 233366.

LEITH - Rita Anne (nee Sharpe) passed away on 28th March, 2020, at peace in her own home at Victoria Drive, Inverness, on a beautiful spring day with her cherished family present. Loving daughter of the late Ted and Nan Sharpe, much loved wife of the late Bill and dear sister of Ed and the late Stan. Rita was a loving and much loved mother to Anne, Derek and Lynda and adored granny to Ross, Cameron and Neavan. She was also a loved mother-in-law, sister-in-law and aunt. A great friend and neighbour to many, Rita will be sadly missed and remembered fondly by all whose lives she touched. However, at 87, Rita felt that she had lived a long and happy life and that it was her time to pass. Due to current circumstances attendance at her funeral will be limited to very close family only. Those who would have liked to have been with us are invited to have some silent reflection and perhaps say a little prayer for Rita in their own time. A celebration of her life will be held when we are able. Donations in memory of Rita may be given directly to Marie Curie. Enquiries to the funeral directors; John Fraser & Son, 17-29 Chapel Street, Inverness. Tel. 01463 233366.

WILLIAMSON - Elspeth. Suddenly, but peacefully, at Ayr Hospital on 26th March, 2020, Elspeth aged 78 years, beloved mother of Sinclair, sister of Charlie, the late Ian, Bruce, Ray and Allan. A private cremation will take place and a memorial service will be held in Inverness at a later date. Family flowers only.

SIMPSON - (Kingswells/Strathglass). Peacefully, at home, on Saturday, 28th March, 2020, David George Menzies Simpson, 2 Derbeth Manor, Kingswells, Aberdeen, aged 76 years, former Project Manager, avid shinty stalwart, also keen supporter of Aberdeen Football Club. Much loved husband to Kathleen, dearly loved father to Karen, Graeme and Calum, father-in-law to Ian and Jenny, treasured grandpa to Niall, Euan and Morven, dear brother, uncle and a great friend of many. Funeral service on Monday, 6th April, 2020, at 12 noon, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness; thereafter to rest in the tranquil surroundings of Fasnakyle Burial Ground. Due to Government guidelines, family only. Donations invited for David's favourite charities, please forward to the funeral directors. Family flowers only.

HUNTER - Peacefully, at Cradlehall Care Home, on Sunday, 29th March, 2020, Hugh Hunter, Culloden, aged 83 years. Much loved husband of Donella, dearly loved father to Alasdair and Katie and loving grandfather to Euan. The family wish to sincerely thank all staff at the care home, Raigmore Hospital, Smithton Free Church and everyone who has shown great kindness and support over the years. Funeral service private due to current government guidelines. Arrangements by William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

WILSON - Suddenly, at home, on 29th March, 2020, Rebecca Wilson, aged 67 years, 73 Fairfield Road, Inverness, a much loved sister, aunt and great-aunt. Funeral service private. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

WATSON - Passed away, at Highview House Care Home, Inverness, on 28th March, 2020, Harry Watson, aged 100 years, Greig Street, Inverness (retired Postman and Inverness Thistle Winger), dearly loved father of Alan, Brian and the late Keith, also a much loved grandfather and great-grandfather. The family wish to thank all at Highview House for their kindness. Due to current guidelines a private family cremation will be held. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

MILNE - Peacefully, at the Royal Northern Infirmary Community Hospital, Inverness, on 27th March, 2020, Alistair Milne, aged 92 years, Park Road, Inverness, beloved husband of Winifred, adored father of Alison and Ian, also a loving grandpa and great-grandpa. Funeral service private. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.