Death Notices

PROBERT (Dingwall). With great sadness, so soon after the loss of Pamela Ann Probert, beloved wife of George and mother of Tina, I announce the death of George Frederick Probert, aged 86 years, on Wednesday, 12th June, 2024, father of Tina and friend to many. A small service will be held at D. Gunn Funeral Home, at 11.30am, on Wednesday, 26th June, 2024, to celebrate the life of George, who loved life, nature and his sport (especially fishing, golf and football), who always enjoyed a blether, had a go at anything and had a wicked sense of humour. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired, may be given at the service for Marie Curie and Prostate Cancer UK. Enquiries to D. Gunn Funeral Home, Dingwall. Tel. 01349 863951.

BREMNER (Inverness, Alness, Ayrshire). Following a short illness, while visiting family in Ireland, Margaret Bremner (nee Connor) sadly passed away. Beloved wife of the late John, much loved mum, mother-in-law, sister, granny, auntie, granty and friend. An informal gathering to celebrate Margaret's life will be held at the Lochardil House Hotel, Inverness, on Friday, 21st June from 2pm. All friends welcome.

JAMIESON (Tain). Murray Jamieson passed away, at Raigmore Hospital, on Thursday, 6th June, 2024, aged 67 years. Murray was a beloved husband to his dear wife Frances, cherished dad of Murdoch and Tina and former mathematics teacher at Tain Royal Academy for over 40 years. Cremation private at Murray's own request. All enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

LAW Suddenly and unexpectedly, on Saturday, 8th June, 2024 while at an Aberdeen University Reunion, enjoying himself to the full, Graham Law, 2 Corrachie Cottages, Avoch, aged 57 years. Former proprietor Royal Hotel and Eilean Dubh Restaurant, Fortrose also SAI Administration amongst other projects. Beloved husband to Anne, very much loved son to Bill and the late Joan, precious brother to Karen and a good friend to many everywhere. Funeral service on Thursday, 20th June at 11am, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. A warm welcome to all. Past Master of Lodge Seaforth 854.

MACKAY Peacefully, on Monday, 10th June, 2024, at Highview House Care Home, Annie MacKay, 8 Duke Street, Cromarty, aged 81 years. Beloved wife of William John MacKay, loving mother of Stuart, Martin, Blair and Moray and loving grandmother. Sadly missed by all family and friends in Cromarty and elsewhere. Graveside service at Cromarty Cemetery on Monday, 24th June, at 2pm. A warm welcome to all. Arrangements by William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

RAE (Tain). Peacefully, in her home, 26 Knockbreck Avenue, Tain, Irene 'Barbara' Rae, aged 103 years, on Wednesday, 5th June, 2024. Beloved wife of the late 'Willis', loving mother of Pat and the late Ian, much loved gran of Jenny and Heather, dearly loved great-grandmother of Maia, dear mother-in-law of Jane and loved by all the extended family and friends. Funeral service will be held in St Andrew's Scottish Episcopal Church, Tain on Monday, 17th June at 11am; thereafter to St Duthus New Cemetery, Tain. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but donations, if so desired, may be given at the service for The R.N.L.I. (Invergordon Branch) or sent to Alasdair Rhind, Funeral Directors, Sutherland House, Bank Street, Tain. Service to be streamed from the church. Full details will be posted on our website (www.alasdair-rhind-funerals.com) 24 hours prior.

JACK (Garve). Peacefully, with her family by her side, on 9th June, 2024, in the loving care of the staff at Urray House Care Home, Muir of Ord, Ilse Lucie Jack, aged 96 years, Strathgarve Farm. Beloved wife of the late Sandy Jack, loving mum of Irene and Caroline, a dear granny, great-granny, sister, aunt and mother-in-law. Funeral service on Tuesday, 18th June, at 11am, in Fodderty and Strathpeffer Church of Scotland; thereafter to Fodderty Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Ilse for Urray House Residents Fund and Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland may be given at the service. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall.

KNOTT (Dingwall). Enid Isabella Sandison Knott (nee Paterson). Peacefully, on the morning of 5th June, 2024, with her son by her side, Enid Knott, aged 79 years. Beloved mother to Glen and the late John, passed away following a short stay in Raigmore Hospital. Youngest sibling of the late Paterson family, aunt and friend to many. Service to be held at D. Gunn's Chapel, today (Friday), 14th June, at 11am. Donations in Enid's name to be collected for the Dingwall Fire Brigade Club and Ross-Shire Women's Aid. Arrangements by D. Gunn Funeral Home, Blackwells Street, Dingwall. Tel. 01349 863951.

OLIVER (Portmahomack). Peacefully, in Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Saturday, 1st June, 2024, Georgina 'Gina' Oliver, Chapelhill Portmahomack. Beloved wife of the late William 'Bill' Oliver, a much loved mother of Willie, Kerry and the late Eric, a dearly loved granny and great-granny, loved by all her extended family and friends. Funeral service will be held at the family home, Balmacara, Chapelhill, Portmahomack on Tuesday, 11th June, at 12.00pm; thereafter to Tarbat New Cemetery, followed by refreshments at the Carnegie Hall, all friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but donations, if so desired, may be given at the service for Sepsis FEAT or send to Alasdair Rhind Funeral Directors, Sutherland House, Bank Street, Tain. Service to be live streamed from the home and graveside. Full details will be posted on our website: www.alasdair-rhind-funerals.com, 24 hours prior.

MUNRO (Fortrose). Peacefully, after battling a long illness at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Sunday, 2nd June, 2024, Catriona Munro (Cat), aged 59 years, Station Square and formerly of Greengates, Fortrose. A beloved sister, auntie, niece, cousin, neighbour, colleague and friend. Funeral private. No flowers please. Donations in memory of Cat towards Macmillan Cancer Support can be made via https://www.justgiving.com/page/claire-munro-1717489474279 Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

MALICKI (Alness) Lorna passed away unexpectedly, on Sunday, 26th May, 2024, aged 47 years. She will be terribly missed by her adoring and loving wife Kirsty and their son Zander Skye, who just idolised her. A much loved daughter of Audrey and Eddie, loving sister of Brian, dear auntie of Uisdean and the late Max and a wonderful colleague and friend to many. Funeral ceremony to be held at Inverness Crematorium today (Friday), 7th June, 2024, commencing at 10.15am. All friends respectfully invited, no formal dress code. Family flowers only please, but a donation, if desired, can be made at the service for The Scottish Ambulance Service and Alness Cats Protection. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

STRACHAN Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, after a short illness, on Sunday, 26th May, 2024, George Campbell Hunter Strachan, 'George the Post', of Upper Glassburn, Strathglass, aged 77 years. Beloved husband of Ishbel, a much loved dad of Jane and John, a devoted grandad to Ruairidh, Freya and Isla, an adored brother to Fiona, sadly missed brother-in-law and uncle and a dear friend to many. An informal gathering to celebrate George's life will be held in Cannich Village Hall on Saturday, 8th June, 2024 from 2pm. All friends respectively invited.

MACDONALD (Gordie - Milton). Gordon passed away, peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, after a short illness, on Saturday, 1st June, 2024, aged 79 years. Beloved husband of the late Mary, dear brother of Catherine, Maureen and Rose, uncle and good friend to many, he will be sadly missed by all. Funeral service to be held at Kilmuir Easter Parish Church, on Wednesday, 12th June, 2024, commencing at 11am; thereafter to Logie Easter Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but a donation, if so desired, can be made at the service for Kintyre House Care Home, Invergordon. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

MACDONALD (Inverness / formerly Edderton). Sadly, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on 28th May, 2024, Donald William MacDonald (Donnie), aged 93 years, Trafford Avenue, Inverness and formerly Edderton. Beloved and devoted husband of Margaret, most loving dad of Diane and Marina and a precious grandad. Donnie will be greatly missed by his loving family and friends. Funeral service on Friday, 14th June, 2024, at 11.30am, in Edderton Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Donnie towards Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland may be given at the service. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

ROSS (Conon Bridge). Peacefully, at Ross Memorial Hospital, Dingwall, on 24th May, 2024, Margaret Ann Ross (nee Bridgeford), aged 88 years, formerly of Avon Way, Conon Bridge. Beloved wife of the late Alec, dearly loved mam of Sandy, Ann, David, Lorna and Yvonne, also a dear mother-in-law to Lorna, Tracey and Mark. Proud granny of Jonathan, Ross, Ashleigh, Emma, Nick, Brogan, Arron, Alex, and Lewis and great-granny to Oscar, Rory and Flynn. Funeral service on Wednesday, 12th June, 2024, at 11am, in Ferintosh Parish Church of Scotland, Conon Bridge; thereafter to Urquhart Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Ross Memorial Hospital, Dingwall and may be given at the door. Arrangements by D Gunn, Dingwall.

BENNETT (Maryburgh). Peacefully, at home, following a short illness, Katie (nee MacLean), aged 81 years. Much loved mum to Katherine, Jamie, Brian and Gillian, devoted granny, great-granny and mother-in-law, a dear sister, aunt, cousin and friend to many. Funeral service on Tuesday, 4th June at 12 noon, Ferintosh Parish Church, Conon Bridge; thereafter to Fodderty Cemetery. Donations in memory of mum to Marie Curie.

MACKENZIE (Dingwall/Evanton). At home, on Sunday, 26th May, 2024, James (Jim), aged 84 years. Beloved husband of Donella (nee Macleod), devoted father to Alisdair and Gordon, brother of Iris and the late Morna and a dear friend to many. Funeral service to take place at D. Gunn Funeral Home, on Wednesday, 5th June, at 1pm; followed by the interment at Mitchell Hill Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired, may be given at the service for the Dingwall Community Nurses and Marie Curie. Enquiries to D. Gunn Funeral Home, Blackwells Street, Dingwall. Tel. 01349 863951.

TAYLOR (Barbaraville). Peacefully, in County Community Hospital, Invergordon, on Friday, 24th May, 2024, Mary Taylor (nee Mclaughlin). Beloved wife of Kenneth, a much loved mother of Derek, Lorna and the late Karen, a loving mother-in-law to Amanda and Andrew and devoted Granny Mary to Callum, Daniel and Fiona. Loved by all the extended family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Kilmuir Easter Church, on Tuesday, 4th June, at 11am; thereafter to Kilmuir Easter Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but donations, if so desired, may be given at the service for The Sutor Ward, County Community Hospital, Invergordon and Blythswood or send to Alasdair Rhind Funeral Directors, Sutherland House, Bank Street, Tain.

MACKAY (Fortrose). Suddenly, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on 18th May, 2024, Lilian Christine Mackay (nee Sutherland), aged 87 years, formerly of Rodger Close, Fortrose. Dearly loved mam of Billy and Evan, proud granny of Billy, Ross, Fraser, Alex and Emma, also a dear mother-in-law to Debbie and Tracy. Funeral service on Monday, 3rd June, 2024, at 2pm, in Fortrose Free Church; thereafter to Fortrose & Rosemarkie New Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to St Clements Primary School, Dingwall may be given at the door. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

GATE (Dingwall/Alcaig). Suddenly, at home, on 11th May, 2024, Margaret Gate, aged 57 years, R.I.P., Alcaig. Beloved wife of Donald, a much loved mum, granny, daughter, sister, aunt and mother-in-law. Funeral service on Tuesday, 28th May, at 10am, in St Lawrence's RC Church, Dingwall; thereafter to Urquhart New Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Flowers welcome or donations in memory of Margaret for Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland can be given at the service. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall.