Death Notices

BEVERIDGE - Passed away, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on 2nd February, 2021, Bill Beveridge, aged 72 years, Boswell Road, Inverness, dearly loved husband of Rhona, dear dad of Marc, Nikk and Lynn, fond father-in-law of Donald and Kerry, also the greatest granda of Ellie, Niamh, Blake, Rebecca and Mollie. Funeral ceremony private in Inverness Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired towards the Highland Hospice may be made via D. Chisholm & Sons' Facebook page.

BEARE - Passed away, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on 28th January, 2021, David Frank Beare, aged 84 years, Invergordon, a dear husband, dad, granda, great-granda and good friend to many. Funeral ceremony private. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired towards Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland may be made direct in memory of David. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

EDWARD - Peacefully, on Thursday, 4th February, 2021, at the Highland Hospice, Wilma Edward (nee Binnie), 1 Birchwood Road, Inverness, aged 66 years, formerly B&M Inshes. Loving wife of the late James much loved mother of Tina and John, dear mother-in-law, grandma and friend of many. Arrangements by William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

MACGOWAN - Peacefully, at Culduthel Care Home, Inverness, on 30th January, 2021, Thomas MacGowan, aged 86 years, formerly of Kirkhill, a much loved father, father-in-law and grandfather. A private funeral service will take place on Thursday, 11th February, at 12.30pm, in Smithton Free Church. Live link available from www.smithtonchurch.com/live. Family flowers only please. A donation in Thomas's memory can be made directly to Highland Hospice. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

CATTO - The funeral service for Rena Catto (nee MacLeod), 55 Drumdevan Road, Inverness, aged 90 years, will take place on Monday, 8th February, at 11.30am, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness; thereafter to Tore Cemetery for 12.30pm, under Government guidelines.

FRASER - Peacefully, at home, on Saturday, 30th January, 2021, Philippa of Moniack, aged 94 years, widow of Sandy Fraser, died surrounded by her five surviving children and after receiving the Last Sacrament. The family will hold a private funeral.

FORSYTH - Peacefully, at home, on Wednesday, 3rd February, 2021, surrounded by his family, Robert Gilbert Forsyth (Bob), 44 East Mackenzie Park, aged 83 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Margaret, much loved dad of Michael and Brian, devoted grandad, great-grandad, a dear father-in-law of Jean and Marie, loving brother and uncle. Private funeral service on Monday, 15th February, 2021, in Crown Church, Inverness, at 1.00pm; thereafter to Inverness Crematorium under Government guidelines. Family flowers only please. Donations can be made through our Facebook page www.facebook.com/invernessfuneraldirectors. Arrangements by William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

WILSON - Sadly and unexpectedly, at home, on 1st February, 2021, Gordon Wilson, 3 Dalcroy Green, Croy, aged 59 years. Former Sergeant Army Catering Corp, High School pupil. Beloved son of the late Paddy and Maureen, much loved brother of Heather, Jim, Stephen, Paul, Michael and Susan. Held dear by all the family, neighbours and friends. Funeral service on Friday, 12th February, 2021, at 11.00am, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness, under Government guidelines. The service will live stream at www.williamtfraserandson.co.uk

WALKER - (Banchory/Kirkhill). It is with great sadness we announce the death of Heather Walker (nee Job), on Thursday, 28th January, 2021. Much loved mother to Mark and Mandy, granny to Rebecca and Rudi and sister to Linda, Karen, and Gerry. Funeral private.

MATTHEW - Contance (Connie). On 2nd February, 2021, peacefully, at home, Constance Marian Matthew, nee Ramus, (Connie), of Hardthorn Meadows, Dumfries, formerly of Garth Road, Inverness, beloved wife of Robin, dearly loved mother of Robin and James, loved mother-in-law of Clare, much loved grannie of Sophie and Ben, and a dear sister of Jean. The cortège will leave from Hardthorn Meadows, at 1.30pm, on Monday, 15th February. Due to current circumstances the funeral will be private.

MACLEAN - Suddenly, but peacefully, on 28th January, 2021, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, Moira Ann (nee Polson), Lawers Way, Inverness. Much loved wife of the late Neil MacLean, loving mum of Jackie, Heather and Neil, a dear granny, great-granny and aunt. A private funeral service will be held on Tuesday, 9th February at 9.30am, in the funeral home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness. Livestream available via www.johnfraserandson.com

LINDEY - Peacefully, on Saturday evening, 30th January, 2021, at Highview House Care Home, Margaret Louisa Lindey, 12 Caulfield Gardens, Cradlehall, Inverness, aged 89 years. Former Civil Servant, Ministry of Defence. Together again after 10 days apart from her beloved husband, Roger. Loving mother of Angela and Diane, great neighbour and friend to many. Funeral service on Thursday, 11th February, 2021 at 3pm, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness under Government guidelines.

DOUGLAS - Peacefully, at Haven Court Nursing Home, on Thursday, 28th January, 2021, Florence Helen Douglas, aged 96 years, originally from Inverness but latterly Stonehaven. Great friend of Gayle. Funeral private due to current restrictions. For information contact Mr Florance on 01224 408408.

DAVISON - (Fairburn). Peacefully, at home, on Wednesday, 27th January, 2021, Margaret (nee Jackson), aged 76 years. Beloved wife of Clifford, mother of Richard, Geoffrey and Susan and loved grandmother. A dear sister and loved by extended family and friends. Formerly founder and proprietor of Fairburn House Nursing Home. She will be sadly missed and leaves her family and friends with many happy memories of her warmth, kindness and a passion for the people she looked after. A graveside service was held at Urray Church Cemetery yesterday (Thursday), 4th February, 2021. Donations to Fairburn House Residents Comfort Fund at: mrfs.org.uk/margaret-davison. Enquiries to Mairi Russell Funeral Services. Tel. 01349 880901.

LITTLEJOHN - Peacefully, on Wednesday, 27th January, 2021, at Raigmore Hospital. Lawrence Lance Littlejohn, 51 Kintail Crescent, Inverness, aged 82 years. Former tractor driver, Castle Stuart Farm. Much loved father, brother, uncle, grandfather and friend of many. Funeral service on Tuesday, 9th February, at 12.30pm, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness; thereafter to Petty Tornagrain Cemetery, cortège to arrive for 1.30pm. Under Government guidelines.

WILLIAMSON - Peacefully, on Tuesday, 26th January, 2021, at Raigmore Hospital, Sarah Williamson, 7 Groam Crescent, Kirkhill, aged 75 years. Much loved wife of the late John Williamson, loving mother of Marcus and the late Colette, beloved granny, great-gran and a good friend of many. Funeral service on Wednesday, 10th February at 12 noon in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness; and thereafter cortege to Wardlaw Cemetery via Groam Crescent and Fingask Drive, Kirkhill for 1.15pm. Donations for MacMillan Cancer Care to Funeral Directors. Funeral service live streamed at www.williamtfraserandson.co.uk

MACKENZIE - Peacefully, at home, on Saturday, 30th January, 2021, surrounded by her loving sons, Christina MacKenzie (nee Beaton), 54 Drakies Avenue, Inverness, aged 83 years, former district nurse - Glenelg and Skye. Much loved wife of the late Rev. Ronald MacKenzie, dearly loved mum of Donald and Ronnie, loving mother-in-law, devoted granny, dear sister and sister-in-law. Funeral service on Thursday, 11th February, 2021, at 12.30pm, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness; and thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery, all under Government guidelines. No flowers please. The service will stream live at www.williamtfraserandson.co.uk Donations welcome in Christina's memory for Marie Curie can be forwarded to the funeral directors.

PRINGLE - (Formerly Holm Woollen Mills, Inverness). Peacefully, at Castle Gardens, Invergordon, on 26th January, 2021, James Craighead Pringle, aged 85 years (retired Chartered Accountant B.L.). Beloved husband of Dorie and dearly loved father of Julie and Gavin and brother of Bill. Very sadly missed. Owing to current restrictions, James' funeral will be private. No flowers please. Donations should be made to Alzheimer Scotland in James' name.

MCLAREN - Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on 27th January, 2021, Kathleen McLaren (Kath), nee Allan, aged 80 years, Towerhill Gardens, Cradlehall, Inverness, beloved wife of the late Donnie, much loved mam of Brian and Jacqui, proud granny of David and Daniel, also a dear sister, aunt and mother-in-law. Funeral service private in D. Chisholm & Sons' Funeral Home, Inverness; thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Live stream available on Monday, 8th February, 2021, at 12.30pm, via www.chisholmfunerals.co.uk.

BARKER - Peacefully, at home, on Sunday, 24th January, 2021, Dr Pamela Barker, 11 Clachnaharry Court, formerly of Burnside, Leachkin Drive, Inverness, aged 91 years. Graduate of Leeds University, Consultant Psychiatrist in the Highlands and Islands of Lewis and Harris, a lady of outstanding personality, she will be missed by many. Funeral service, under Government guidelines, on Friday, 5th February, at 12.30pm, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness; thereafter to Kilvean Cemetery.