Death Notices

STUART Roland John Stuart, 19th October, 1948 - 28th November, 2024. Peacefully, on Thursday, 28th November, in Nairn Town and County Hospital, Roland John Stuart, Beech Avenue, Nairn, formerly of Millbrook, Cornwall. 35 years in the Royal Navy then IT Tutor and Open University Graduate in Earth Sciences. Beloved husband of Sheila (Jane), father to Christopher, Kaz, father-in-law to Maggie, grandfather to Daniel, Eilidh, Charlie and Daisy, great-grandfather to Sebastion. A guiding light to many, he will be sorely missed. Funeral service will be at St Ninians Church, Nairn, on Friday, 13th December, at 11am; thereafter private to Inverness Crematorium. No flowers but donations are invited at the service for the RNLI and the RBL. Roland's wish is that attendees wear something blue.

JURY Peacefully, at Nairn Town and County Hospital, on Saturday, 30th November, 2024, Christina Jury, (nee Shepherd), aged 86 years, of 29 Balmakeith Park, Nairn. Beloved wife of Andrew, dear mother of Ian and David, much loved grandmother of Robbie, Cameron, Grace and Edward. A memorial service will be held at the United Reformed Church, Nairn, on Monday, 16th December, at 3pm, all friends respectfully invited.

HIGHAM Peacefully, at home, on Wednesday, 27th November, 2024, Elizabeth Higham (Bunty), 9 Riverside, Foyers, aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Roy, much loved mum of Paul and the late Lynne, loving nannan of Claire, Neilroy, John and David, a great-granny of six and a dear sister of Sophia. Funeral service on Monday, 16th December, at 11am, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Colourful clothing please. No flowers, but donations for Boleskine Community Care may be given at the service. Livestream available via www.johnfraserandson.com/family-notices Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

MACDONALD Suddenly, but peacefully, in Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Sunday, 1st December, 2024, William Fraser Macdonald (Bill), aged 86 years, Borlum Road, Inverness. Beloved husband of the late Lorna, loving dad of Sarah and Caroline, proud grandad of Lily, dear father-in-law of Don and loving brother of Iain. Bill was an Officer of 6th Company Boys Brigade, Motor Mechanic with J. Ferries & Co Ltd., R.E.M.E. and petrol pump and tank engineer. Funeral ceremony on Friday, 13th December, 2024, at 12.30pm, in D. Chisholm & Sons' Funeral Home, Huntly Street, Inverness; thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. All welcome to attend. No flowers please. Donations in memory of Bill towards Highland Hospice may be given at the door.

SUMMERFIELD Suddenly, but peacefully, in Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Thursday, 28th November, 2024, Rhoda Margaret Summerfield, aged 60 years, Nairnside, Inverness. Loving partner of Davie, caring mum of Conor, dearly loved daughter of Rod and the late Margaret, also a dear sister, sister-in-law, auntie, step mum, granny and friend. Funeral arrangements to follow from 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. A soiree will follow in the Kingsmills Hotel at 12.30pm. Livestream available on www.chisholmfunerals.co.uk/live-services

LOW The funeral service for the late Albert Low (Bert), 28b Old Edinburgh Road, Inverness, aged 86 years, will take place on Tuesday, 10th December, 2024, at 12 noon, in Inshes East Church; thereafter to Petty Tornagrain Cemetery. All welcome. Donations invited for Cancer Research (local) via William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

GALLAGHER Peacefully, at Castlehill Care Home, on 2nd December, 2024, Terry Gallagher, aged 79 years, Leachkin Drive, Inverness. Dearly loved husband of Linda, much loved step-dad of Sonya and Scott and sadly missed by Irene, also a dear brother. Funeral ceremony on Friday, 20th December, at 2pm, in the funeral home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness. No flowers please, but donations for the British Heart Foundation may be given at the ceremony. Car parking available at the funeral home.

DUNCAN Following a long battle with illness, John Thomas Duncan (former Gordon Highlander) of Balloch, Inverness, passed away on 1st December, 2024, aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband of Irene, much loved father of Craig and Lindsey and proud grandad of Wilbur, Clementine, Duncan and Ariane. Funeral ceremony on Thursday, 19th December, at 12noon, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Johnny for Breakthrough T1D UK via JustGiving, https://www.justgiving.com/page/john-duncan-1733397583436 or may be given at the ceremony. Livestream available from www.johnfraserandson.com/family-notices Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

CARRUTHERS Sadly passed away, at Raigmore Hospital, on Saturday, 30th November, 2024, Angela Carruthers (née Corcoran), 47 Oldtown Road, Inverness, aged 61 years. Dedicated and well loved carer and support worker. Adored mother to Emma and Eric, loving granny to Logan and Brodie, dear sister to Coco, Fairy, Sandy, Sean and Erin. A huge loss to family, many good friends and families that she assisted over the years. Funeral service on Wednesday, 11th December at 11am, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. A warm welcome to all.

MACPHEE Suddenly, at Raigmore Hospital, on 27th November, 2024, Charlotte MacPhee (nee MacLean), aged 78 years, RIP, Bremner Gardens, Smithton. Beloved wife of the late John Joseph (JJ), much loved mum, granny, great-granny, sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Funeral Mass on Thursday, 12th December, at 12noon, in St Columba's RC Church, Tower Road, Culloden; thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Donations for Highland Hospice, may be given at the service. Livestream available at www.facebook.com/stcolumbasculloden/live Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

MURRAY Peacefully, at home, on Friday, 29th November, 2024, Maybelle Murray (nee Forsyth), 5 Dalneigh Crescent, Inverness, aged 83 years. Born Muir of Ord. One time administrator, Burnett's Bakery. Beloved wife of the late Sandy, loving aunt, cousin and friend of many. The family thank most graciously her carers. Funeral service on Monday, 9th December, at 11.45am, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness; thereafter to Urray Cemetery. The cortwill pass her former family home en route. All welcome.

ROSS Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, on Saturday, 30th November, 2024, with his loving family by his side, Ronald Ross, Craigard Terrace, Inverness, aged 74 years. Scottish Canals for 49 years, latterly Bridge Keeper, Tomnahurich and part-time Skipper, Jacobite Cruises. Much loved husband of Mary for 50 years, loving dad to Ronald and Jen, dear brother and uncle. Will be greatly missed. Funeral service on Thursday, 12th December at 1pm in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. No flowers please, donations invited for Raigmore Hospital at the service or via funeral directors. A warm welcome to all.

HENNY Suddenly, in the Forth Valley Royal Hospital,with her husband Hugh by her side, on 24th November, 2024, Mary, aged 63 years. Devoted and beloved wife to Hugh and dearly loved mother to Sean. Also a dear sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend. Funeral service to take place on Thursday, 12th December, at the Co-op Funeralcare, Alloa, at 10am. Any donations gratefully received for Strathcarron Hospice. All welcome to join the family, after the service, at Inglewood House Hotel.

RIDDELL Peacefully, on Saturday, 30th November, 2024 at Kingsmills Care Home, Betty Riddell (nee Milne), aged 75 years, 79 Kingsmills Road, Inverness. Well known and popular from her time at Barneys. Dearly loved wife to Donnie, much-loved mother to Jill and Kate, best granny to Euan, Isla, Caleb and Alfie, dear sister to Carol, sadly missed by her many loyal friends. Funeral service on Tuesday, 17th December at 12 noon in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness; thereafter to Wardlaw Cemetery, Kirkhill. A warm welcome to all.

MACGILLIVRAY Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, on 27th November, 2024, Dorothy Margaret MacGillivray, aged 83 years, of Briargrove Drive, Inverness. Lead Co-ordinator Blood Transfusion Service. Beloved wife of 63 years to Donald, much loved mum of Iain and mother-in-law of Anna. Funeral service on Wednesday, 11th December, 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 for Highland Hospice can be given at the service. Car parking available at the Funeral Home.

DALDALAN Peacefully, on Monday, 2nd December, 2024, at the Highland Hospice, Janette Daldalan, 4 Towerhill Gardens, Inverness, aged 56 years. Cake Decorator Harry Gow's. Beloved wife of Murat, much loved daughter of William and Margaret, dear sister of Julia and sadly missed by many. Funeral service on Wednesday, 18th December, at 12noon, in St Columba's Roman Catholic Church, Smithton; thereafter to Petty Tornagrain Cemetery. All invited. RIP.

URQUHART Very suddenly, at home, on 4th December, 2024, Isolyn Fraser Urquhart, aged 88 years, Cradlehall Park, Inverness. Funeral details available from www.johnfraserandson.com/family-notices Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

STEWART Passed away, on Monday, 2nd December, 2024, at Roxburghe House, Aberdeen, Brian Stewart, Kinloss Retirement Park, Forres, aged 62 years. Formerly of Inverness and Milton, Drumnadrochit. BT Engineer and avid music and guitar player. Much loved husband of Tracey, dear brother to Gill and loving uncle to Dawn. Sorely missed by many friends everywhere. Funeral service on Friday, 13th December, at 2.30pm, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. A warm welcome to all. Casual attire, band t-shirts and jeans optional. The service will stream live via www.williamtfraserandson.co.uk/live-stream

MACPHAIL Suddenly but peacefully, at home, on 21st November, 2024, Neil MacPhail, aged 76 years, Balnakyle Road, Inverness, (Journalist covering news in the Highlands for six decades). Much loved dad of Calum and Lindsey, adored grandpa of Phoebe and Innes, dear father-in-law of Helena and Sean, a beloved brother, uncle and friend to many. Funeral ceremony on Wednesday, 4th December, at 12 noon, in the funeral home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness, to which all are welcome to attend; thereafter cremation private. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Neil for MFR Cash for Kids can be given at the ceremony. Car parking available at the funeral home. Livestream via www.johnfraserandson.com/live-services