Death Notices

RITCHIE (Edderton). Peacefully, at home, Glebe Cottage, Edderton on Friday, 5th July, 2024, William "Bill" Steel Ritchie. Beloved husband of Anne, a much loved father, a loving father in-law, devoted grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather. Loved by all the extended family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Edderton Cemetery tomorrow (Saturday), 13th July at 10am. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but donations, if so desired, may be given at the service for The Tain District Nurses or send to Alasdair Rhind, Funeral Directors, Sutherland House, Bank Street, Tain, or donate by BACS to rbs s/c 83-27-25 a/c 00254580 ref The Late "Bill". Service to be live streamed from the graveside. Full details will be posted on our website (www.alasdair-rhind-funerals.com) 24 hours prior.

MEIKLE (Muir of Ord). Peacefully, at home, on 4th July, 2024, William Menzies Stubbs Meikle (Willie), aged 82 years, Muir of Ord (former Distillery Manager). Beloved husband of Grace, much loved father of Stewart and Susanne, devoted grandad of Archie and Jack, also a dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle and father-in-law. Funeral ceremony on Wednesday, 17th July, 2024, at 2pm, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Willie towards Marie Curie may be given at the door. Inverness Crematorium livestream link available from www.chisholmfunerals.co.uk

MACLEAN Passed away, peacefully, on Tuesday, 9th July, 2024, Fraser Maclean, The Black Isle. Dear husband of Betty, devoted father to Ronald and Karin. Much loved grandfather, great-grandfather and father-in-law. Leader of Allangrange Dance Band and former chairman of Highland Accordion and Fiddle Club. Funeral private at his own request. Enquiries please to William T. Fraser and Son, Funeral Directors, Inverness.

WOOD (Hilton). Peacefully, at home, 1 Burnside, Hilton by Tain, on Tuesday, 9th July, 2024, Samuel Charles Robertson Wood. Beloved husband of Isabel, loving dad of Bel, Sandra, Helen, Charlie, David, Shelia, Wendy and Liz, dear father-in-law, much loved grandad and great-grandad, dearly loved brother, loved by all the extended family and friends. Funeral service will be held at the family home, 1 Burnside, Hilton, on Friday, 19th July, at 12 noon; thereafter to Balintore Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please but donations, if so desired, may be given at the service for Chest Heart & Stroke Association or send to Alasdair Rhind Funeral Directors, Sutherland House, Bank Street, Tain or donate by bacs to RBS s/c 83-27-25, a/c 00254580. Ref the late Samuel.

MACKENZIE (Dingwall). Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, on 8th July, 2024, Michael (Mick) Mackenzie, aged 80 years, Dingwall. Much loved husband of Liz, loving dad of Martin and Bruce, adored grandad of Grace and Niamh, great-grandad to Devon. Private funeral at his own request. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall.

BROWNLOW (Colchester). In loving memory of Claude Brownlow who passed away on 27th December, 2023. Beloved husband of Morag Bannerman, adored father and grandfather. His ashes will be interred in Kincardine Cemetery on Thursday, 11th July at 11am, as were his wishes. Friends and family are welcome and to join us afterwards at Carron Cottage, Ardgay. Any Enquiries to Alasdair Rhind Funeral Directors, Sutherland House, Bank Street, Tain.

McGINLAY Peacefully and suddenly, on Monday, 1st July, 2024, Christine McGinlay, 4 Rosehaugh Crescent, Avoch, aged 63 years. Beloved sister of Anne, Stewart and Russell, much loved bestie to Lorraine, good friend of Margaret, much loved aunt and also by so many others. Funeral service on Friday, 12th July, at 3.00pm, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. All welcome to say the fondest of farewells.

RENNIE Suddenly, on Saturday, 15th June, 2024, after arriving at the home of his daughter in Dingwall, on his well-loved Royal Enfield motorbike, Alexander A. J. Rennie, Lorien, Blackwood, Muir of Ord, aged 62 years. Bid Manager Robertson Construction, guitar player and lover of music. Much-loved husband to Wendy, loving dad to Asha, Dale and Alexander. Dear father-in-law to Kyle, Roxy and Jaymie. Proud granda of five and brother to Kathleen, a loyal and great friend to many. Funeral service on Wednesday, 3rd July, at 2pm, in funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. Family flowers only please.

MACDONALD (Tain and Fortrose). Peacefully, at Turret Villa Retirement Home, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Catherine 'Renee' Macdonald (nee Rogers), aged 98 years, on Wednesday, 12th June, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Ross, dearly loved mother of Catriona and the late Euan, much loved grandmother of Catherine and Angus and dear great-grandmother. Funeral service will be held at St Andrews Scottish Episcopal Church, Fortrose, on 3rd July, 2024, at 11am; and thereafter to St Duthus New Cemetery, Tain, at 1pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please but, donations, if so desired, in aid of Action for Children Highland may be given at the service or sent to Alasdair Rhind Funeral Directors, Sutherland House, Bank Street, Tain, or donate by bacs to RBS s/c 83-27-35, a/c 00254580. Ref. the late Catherine.

GARTSHORE (Inverness). Peacefully, in the wonderful care of all the staff in Ward 2C, Raigmore Hospital, Alan Munro Gartshore, aged 79 years. Beloved husband of Frances, dearly loved dad of Fraser and Laura and loving grandad to Amanda, Cameron, Iona and Liv. Funeral arrangements to follow from D. Chisholm & Sons.

BROWNHILL (Alness). Colin passed away peacefully, with loving family by his side, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness on Saturday, 15th June, 2024, aged 82 years. Beloved husband of the late June, loving dad of Karen, Sarah, Marie and Colin, cherished grandad, great-grandad and a good friend to many. Funeral service to be held at St. Ninian's Episcopal Church, Invergordon on Wednesday, 3rd July, 2024, commencing at 9.30am; thereafter to Rosskeen Cemetery. All family and friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but a donation, if desired, can be made at the service to Dementia UK. All enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

FRASER (Dingwall). Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, on Sunday, 23rd June, 2024, Jackie, aged 95 years. Much loved brother of the late Elma. Funeral service will be held at D. Gunn Funeral Home, Blackwells Street, Dingwall, IV15 9NW, on Tuesday, 2nd July, 2024, at 12 noon; interment thereafter to Fodderty Cemetery. All friends are respectfully invited. No flowers please. All enquires to Jim Murray at D. Gunn Funeral Home. Tel. 01349 863951.

JACK (Avoch). Peacefully, surrounded by her family, in the loving care of Eilean Dubh Care Home, Fortrose on 17th June, 2024, Doleen Jack (nee Thomson), aged 88 years, formerly of Bona- Vista, Avoch. Beloved wife of the late George Patience and the late Donald Jack, loving and caring mum of George, Yvonne and Heather, devoted and proud granny of Kelly, Hannah, John, Ross, Eve and the late Lynn and great-granny of Romey and Esme, also a dear mother-in-law, sister, sister-in- law, aunt and friend to many. Funeral service private in Avoch New Cemetery at Doleen's own request. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Doleen towards Eilean Dubh Care Home Residents Comfort Fund may be sent direct to care home. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

CAMPBELL Andrew 'Panda' Robert Campbell (Evanton). Panda passed away peacefully, with his sister Yvonne and son Owen by this side, following a stroke, after a long illness bravely fought, at Wishaw General Hospital, on Tuesday, 11th June, 2024, aged 58 years. Much loved dad of Owen and Zeke, cherished son of Hector and Winnie, loving brother of Yvonne and Mark and a good friend to many. Funeral service to be held at Evanton Free Church, tomorrow (Saturday), 22nd June, 2024, commencing at 11am; thereafter to Kiltearn Cemetery. All family and friends respectfully invited. Please wear black and white clothing. Family flowers only please, but a donation, if so desired, can be made at the service to Fairburn House, where Andrew was cared for following his stroke, and we thank you for your kind donation. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

FLEMING (Muir of Ord/Contin). Peacefully, at Wyvis House Care Home, Dingwall, on 13th June, 2024, Alexandra Mary (Sandra) Fleming (nee Rose), aged 68 years, previously of Muir of Ord. Beloved wife of the late Charles, much loved mam of Fiona and Jason, dearly loved sister of Ann, Iain and the late Katherine, also a loving granny. Sadly missed by all her family and friends. Funeral service on Tuesday, 25th June at 1.30pm, in Contin Parish Church; thereafter to Fodderty Cemetery. All welcome to attend, and to wear bright colours in memory of Sandra. Family flowers only please. Donations for The Oxygen Works may be given at the service. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall.

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.