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DINGWALL - Together again with his dear wife Isabel, William Dingwall, 1 Wyndhill Park, Beauly. Bill died peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, on Thursday, 23rd June, 2022, aged 88 years. He will be greatly missed by his daughters, Carole and Isabel, along with the rest of his family. Funeral service on Thursday, 30th June, at 11.00am, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.
MACLENNAN - The funeral service of the late Christopher MacLennan of The Crask Bungalow, Crochail, Cannich, aged 90 years, will take place on Tuesday, 28th June, 2022, at 2.30pm, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. All welcome.
MILLER - Peacefully, in the care of Castlehill Care Home, Inverness, on 16th June, 2022, Andrew Francis Miller (Frankie), aged 82 years, late of Bruce Gardens, Inverness and drummer extraordinaire with the Strathnairn Ceilidh Band. Beloved husband of the late Ann Marie, loved uncle of Caroline and Liam and brother-in-law of Marje and Michel, also held dear by his late brother Thomas' family in Australia. Funeral service on Wednesday, 6th July, 2022, at 2pm, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, in memory of Frankie towards the Highland Hospice may be given at the door. Live stream link available on D. Chisholm & Sons' Facebook page.
MAIR - Peacefully, in the care of Highview House, Inverness, on 15th June, 2022, Margaret Clark Mair (nee McRobert), aged 95 years, formerly of Benula Road, Inverness. Beloved wife of the late George Aird and the late Angus Mair, much loved mother of Billy and Alexander and mother-in-law of Irene and Betty, also dear grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister and Carlton Bingo's largest shareholder! Funeral service on Tuesday, 28th June, 2022, at 12.15pm, in D. Chisholm & Sons Funeral Home, Huntly Street, Inverness; thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. All family and friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, in memory of Margaret towards Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland may be given at the door. Live stream available on www.chisholmfunerals.co.uk/live-services
MACMILLAN - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear dad, Norman Alexander MacMillan, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Saturday, 18th June, 2022, aged 77 years, King Brude Gardens, Inverness and formerly of North Uist. Retired Northern Constabulary Police Constable serving in Aviemore, Portree, Tarbert, Uig and Inverness. Loving father to Alasdair, Morris, Norman and Sarah, who he shared with wife Mary, father-in-law to Karen, Bobby and Maureen and very proud grandpa to Sean, Emma, Charlotte, Morgan and Casey. Brother, brother-in-law, uncle and great friend to many. He will be sorely missed by us all but we will take some comfort in knowing he is now at peace. Athair ghradhach gus an coinnich sin a ris. Le beannachd Dhe. Funeral service to be held on Thursday, 30th June, 2022, at 12.15pm, in Hilton Church, Inverness; thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, in memory of Norman towards Scottish Mountain Rescue may be given at the door. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.
IRELAND - Peacefully, at home, on 21st June, 2022, Derek Cameron Ireland, aged 74 years, Castle Heather Drive, Inverness (retired painter). Beloved husband of the late Joan, much loved dad of Susan, Paula, Karen and Kelly, also a dear granda, great-granda and great-great-granda. Funeral ceremony on Monday, 4th July, 2022, at 12noon, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, in memory of Derek towards Diabetes UK may be given at the door or on D. Chisholm & Sons' Facebook page where Inverness Crematorium live stream link is available.
BREMNER - Suddenly but peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on 21st June, 2022, Andrew Smith Bremner, aged 91 years, Cook Drive, Inverness. Beloved husband of Margaret, much loved dad of Lynn and the late Alan, also a dear grandpa of Logan and father-in-law of Mark. Funeral arrangements to follow on D. Chisholm & Sons' Facebook page or telephone 01463 712255.
ANGUS - Funeral service for the late Davy Angus will be held on Monday, 4th July, 2022, at 2pm, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.
BONSOR - Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on 17th June, 2022, after a short illness borne with great courage, Marion Bonsor (nee Blessing), aged 71 years, 7 Inshes View, Inverness. Successful business woman and passionate horticulturist. Dearly loved wife of the late David, adored mother of Michael, mother-in-law of Andrew, dear sister of Michael and sister-in-law of Annette, aunt of Claire, Stuart and Craig, great-aunt to Corwin, Afia, Ourelia and Ezra, a kind, caring and generous friend to many. A celebration of Marion's life shall take place on Wednesday, 29th June, at 12.30pm, in the funeral home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness; thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Donations in memory of Marion for Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland can be given at the ceremony. Live stream available from www.johnfraserandson.com/live-services. Car parking available at the funeral home.
SOMERVILLE - Peacefully, at home, on Tuesday, 21st June, 2022, surrounded by his loving family, Peter Somerville, 10 Carse Road, Inverness, aged 79 years. Former HGV Driver and RAF Police. Dearly loved husband of 60 years to Violet, much loved dad of Jeffrey and Garry, devoted grandad of Garry, Connor, Kirsty and Donna and a dear great-grandad. Funeral service on Monday, 4th July, at 2.30pm, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. All welcome. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for Marie Curie and Cardiovascular Raigmore Hospital can be given at the service or please forward to the funeral directors. Live stream available from www.williamtfraserandson.co.uk/live-stream
CATT - Passed away peacefully, at Highland Hospice, on 19th June, 2022, Julian Henry Catt (Joe), aged 75 years, dearly loved husband of Margaret (Marlo), dear dad to Dawn, father-in-law to George and grandpa to Callum. Funeral private at his own request. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.
KINNEAR - (Elgin). Peacefully, at Chandlers Court, on Friday, 17th June, 2022, Dennis, aged 93 years (formerly of Green Drive, Inverness). Dearly beloved husband of the late Nancy, much loved dad of Marion, Jan and Roy, a dear father-in-law, granda and great-granda. Funeral service at William Watson Funeral Directors, Blackfriars Road, Elgin, on Tuesday, 28th June, at 12 noon; thereafter to Elgin Cemetery, all friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, at service for local charities.
INNES - Peacefully, on Sunday, 19th June, 2022, at Castlehill Care Home, with his wife holding his hand, Walter Innes, 77 Culduthel Road, Inverness, aged 82 years. Beloved husband of Christine, much loved father of Karen, Val and Paul, dearly loved grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and a good friend of many. Funeral service on Tuesday, 5th July, 2022 at 12.30pm, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. All welcome.
HOWARTH - Peacefully, at home, on Saturday, 18th June, 2022, after a short illness. Jeff Howarth, 2 Essich Gardens, Inverness, aged 68 years, former University of Highlands and Islands and Highlands and Islands Enterprise. Beloved husband of Janetta, much loved father to David, Sarah and Esther, devoted grandfather and loved brother to Marie. A man of great faith who encouraged many people and will be deeply missed by so many. Funeral service on Monday, 4th July, 2022 at 12.30pm, in the Culduthel Christian Centre. All welcome. No flowers. Donations invited for the Calman Trust at this service or forward to William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. Reception to follow at the Kingsmills Hotel.
PETERKIN - Shaw (Muir of Ord). Suddenly, at home, on 15th June, 2022, aged 71. Loving husband of 48 years to Catherine, the most loving father to Michael, Margaret, Shaw and the late James, adored granda of Jackson. No funeral, which was Shaw's wishes.
MACNIVEN - William Alexander (Sandy). Peacefully, on Thursday, 16th June, 2022, aged 83 years. Sandy, beloved husband of Elaine Roberta Parlane (née Dodd), who died peacefully at home, on Wednesday, 1st April, 2020, aged 80. Loving parents of Paul and Nicola, parents-in-law of Elizabeth and David, grandparents of Rachel, Ross and Anna, great-grandparents of Tristan and dear brother, and sister-in-law, of Philip. All enquiries to Laird & McMillan Funeral Directors. Tel. 0141 633 5033.
MACPHAIL - Colin Archibald MacPhail, of Greenacres, Newtonmore, died peacefully, on the evening of Tuesday, 14th June, 2022. Beloved husband of Liz. His wishes were for a private cremation and a memorial celebration service, which will take place on Saturday, 9th July at 3pm, in St Bride's Parish Church, Newtonmore PH20 1DT.
SHUTTLEWORTH - Suddenly, but peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, on 13th June, 2022, Barbara Elsie Shuttleworth, aged 78 years, of Kirkhill. Loved wife of Ralph Eric Shuttleworth. Funeral details available from www.johnfraserandson.com/family-notices Arrangements by John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness.
CAMPBELL - Peacefully, at home, on 15th June, 2022, Murdina Mackenzie Campbell, aged 50 years. Only daughter of Dolina and the late Murdo Campbell of Allison Street, Glasgow, much loved sister of John Angus and sister-in-law of Anne, also a dear friend to many. Funeral details available from www.johnfraserandson.com/family-notices Arrangements by John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness.
MULHEARN - The funeral service for Peter Mulhearn, of Mackenzie Place, Avoch, will take place on Monday, 20th June, 2022, at 12.30pm, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness; thereafter to Tomnahurich Cemetery. All welcome. Donations invited for Black Isle Cares.