Death Notices

MACDONALD (Munlochy). Suddenly, at Raigmore Hospital, on Saturday, 9th November, 2024, William James (Billy), aged 74 years, of Munlochy. Much loved brother, uncle, great-uncle and great-great-uncle and friend to many who will be greatly missed. Funeral service will be held at D. Gunn's Chapel Dingwall, IV15 9NW, on Saturday, 23rd November, 2024, at 10.30am, and thereafter to Rosemarkie & Fortrose Cemetery. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations if so desired, may be given at the service in remembrance of Billy for the Cat's Protection, Alness. All enquires to Jim Murray at D. Gunn Funeral Home, Dingwall. Tel: 01349 863951.

MILLER (Alness/Evanton). Peacefully, at Redwoods Nursing Home, Alness, on Wednesday, 30th October, 2024, William Alexander (Billy) of Dilkusha, Novar Toll, sadly passed away, aged 77 years. Much loved husband of the late Cathy, father of William and John, father-in-law of Jackie and Angela, granda to Shaun, Ben, Laura, Emma, Liam and the late Fraser, great-granda to Aoife and friend to many, who will be greatly missed by all. Funeral service will be held in Inverness Crematorium, today (Friday), 8th November, at 12 noon. All friends respectfully invited, family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, in remembrance of Billy can be made to Dementia UK at the service. Enquiries to J Mackenzie. Tel. 01349 830684.

MICHAEL (Alness). Alexander (Sandy) passed away at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Friday, 25th October, 2024, aged 87 years. Beloved husband of Anne, much loved dad of Jennifer, Hazel and Adeline, loving grandad of Samantha, Michael, Sara, Laura and Scott and great-grandad of Portia, father-in-law to Alan and Mark, a dear brother of Ken and brother-in-law of Albert and Donald. Private funeral to be held. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

MACRAE (North Kessock). Peacefully, at home, on 30th October, 2024, after a short illness, surrounded by his family, Jackie MacRae (Donald), aged 83 years, Ferry Brae, North Kessock. Devoted husband of Isobel, much loved dad of Jacqueline, Trina, Fiona and Donald, dear father-in-law and a much loved granda and great-granda. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness

WEBSTER (Barbaraville). Margaret passed away peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness on Saturday, 26th October 2024, aged 89 years. Much loved wife of the late Peter and a very dear mum, granny, great-granny, mother-in-law and sister-in-law. Funeral service to be held at Inverness Crematorium on Friday, 8th November, 2024, commencing at 11am. 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 R.N.L.I. and B.I.G. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

GRAHAM (Alness). Derek passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, at Raigmore Hospital, on Monday, 28th October, 2024, aged 80 years. Beloved husband of Zena, loving dad of James and Andrew, loved father-in-law, granda, brother, uncle, cousin and a good friend to many. A celebration of Derek's life will be held at Alness Parish Church (Perrins Road), on Tuesday, 5th November 2024, commencing at 11am; 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 The Archie Foundation. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

BURTON (Loandhu, Fearn). Clive Burton passed away peacefully, with his loving family by his side, at home, in his 91st year. Beloved husband of Maureen, much loved dad of Clive Junior and Katrina and a doting grandad of Isabella and Christopher. A private cremation will be held at Clive's own request. A donation, if desired, can be made in Clive's memory to purchase a Defibrillator for Fearn Train Station by contacting Mairi Urquhart & Son. All enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

MCLEAN (Strathpeffer). Peacefully, after a long illness, on Sunday, 20th October, 2024, in the love and care of her family and Wyvis House Care Home, Katie Aline (Kay) McLean (nee Fraser), aged 78 years. A dearly missed wife of Peter, loving mum to Fraser and Victoria, special nana to Lana, Struan and Brodie. A much loved sister, sister-in-law, mother-in-law, aunt and friend. Funeral Service on Wednesday, 30th October, at 1.30pm, in Fodderty Cemetery. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall.

THOMPSON (Tain). Peacefully, in the Highland Hospice, Inverness, on Sunday, 20th October, 2024, Janet Rosabelle Thompson (nee Finlayson), former teacher of Knockbreck Primary School, Tain, 18 Knockbreck Road, Tain. Beloved wife of David, devoted and loving mother of Lesley and Karin, a much loved granny of Katie, Brodie, Ali and Emily, a dearly loved mother-in-law of Kerrin and David, a dear sister, aunt and loved by all the extended family and friends. Funeral service will be held in Tain Parish Church, Tain on Monday, 28th October, at 11am; thereafter to St Duthus New Cemetery, Tain. All friends respectfully invited. No flowers please, but donations, if so desired, may be given at the service for the Highland Hospice or send to Alasdair Rhind, Funeral Directors, Sutherland House, Bank Street, Tain or donate by bacs to RBS s/c 83-27-35, a/c no 00254580. Ref. the late Janet.

SKINNER (Rosemarkie). Peacefully, at Strathallan House Residential Home, Strathpeffer, on 17th October, 2024, William Skinner, aged 86 years, late of Gollanhead Avenue, Rosemarkie. Beloved husband of Barbara Skinner, a much loved dad, bouba and brother. Funeral Ceremony on Thursday, 7th November, at 2pm, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of William for Strathallan House, may be given at the ceremony. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

MACBEATH (Inverness). Peacefully, at Ballifeary Care Home, Inverness, on Saturday, 12th October, 2024, Margaret "Peggy" MacBeath, formerly of 4 Burnbrae Avenue, Inverness. Funeral service will be held at Dores Free Church of Scotland (Continuing) on Tuesday, 5th November, at 10.30am; thereafter to Annat Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please but donations, if so desired, may be given at the service for Ballifeary Care Home Fund or send 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 Peggy.

SPENCE (Fortrose). Linda passed peacefully, at home in Fortrose, in the company of her family, on 14th October, 2024. She was a beloved and devoted wife to Brian, a much loved and caring mum to her two daughters, Laura and Sarah and good friend to many in the community. Funeral ceremony on Thursday, 24th October, at 1pm, in the funeral home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness, to which all are welcome to attend; thereafter cremation private. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to MND Scotland at the ceremony or via www.mndscotland.org.uk Car parking available at the funeral home.

BAIRD (Culbokie). Peacefully, after a short illness, in Raigmore Hospital, Inverness on Thursday, 3rd October, 2024, Margaret Dorothy Baird of 12 Balnatua, Culbokie. Beloved wife, mother, aunt, granny and friend. Private funeral service at her own request. Heartfelt thanks for the many kind sentiments from neighbours and friends. All enquiries to Jim Murray at D. Gunn Funeral Home, Dingwall IV15 9NW. Tel. 01349 863951.

MACKINTOSH (Tain/Wester Arboll). Peacefully, after a long illness, on Friday, 11th October, 2024, at the home of her daughter, Christina Elizabeth (Betty) Mackintosh, nee Mitchell. Beloved wife of the late Hugh and dear friend to Willie Murphy. A loving mother to Anne and Tommy, a dear mother-in-law to Murray and Lynne, a cherished granny, great-granny, sister, aunt and a dear friend to many. Funeral service will be held in Tarbat Church of Scotland, on Friday, 25th October, at 11am; interment thereafter to Tarbat New Cemetery, Portmahomack. All family and friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but donations, if desired, may be given at the service for The British Heart Foundation and MacMillan Nurses or send to Alasdair Rhind Funeral Directors, Sutherland House, Bank Street, Tain or donate by bacs to RBS s/c 83-27-35, a/c no 00254580. Ref. the late Betty. Service to be live streamed from the church and cemetery. Full details will be posted on our website: www.alasdair-rhind-funerals.com, 24 hours prior.

PATIENCE (Avoch). Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on 10th October, 2024, Margaret Reid Patience, aged 99 years, Mackenzie Place. Beloved wife of the late George, devoted mam of Anne and Alick, much loved granny of Jordan, also a dear sister-in-law, aunt, great-aunt and good friend to many. Funeral Service on Thursday, 24th October, 2024, at 10.45am in Avoch Congregational Church; thereafter to Avoch New Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Margaret towards the British Heart Foundation may be given at the door. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

BROOKE Charles "Charlie" Weston Brooke of Midfearn, passed away suddenly, but peacefully, after a short illness, on Sunday, 6th October, 2024 surrounded by his loving family, Tanya, Nicola, Emily and Jock. Private family funeral followed by a service of thanksgiving at Dornoch Cathedral, on Thursday, 24th October, at 2.30pm. Family flowers only please.

HARNETTY (Invergordon). Catherine (Kitty) passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, at Invergordon County Community Hospital, on Thursday, 10th October, 2024, aged 86 years. Beloved wife of Brian, much loved mam of David, Karaine, Tammy, Jamie and Peter, a loving nana, great-grandmother, mother-in-law and a good friend and foster mother to many. Funeral service to be held at Inverness Crematorium, on Tuesday, 22nd October, 2024, commencing at 1pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but a donation, if desired, can be made at the service for Sutor Ward, Invergordon Hospital. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart and Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

ROSS (Inverurie/Tain). Suddenly, at home, on Sunday, 6th October, 2024, David (Dave), aged 62 years, partner of Moira, dad of Jamie, son of Norna and a dear brother and uncle. Funeral service in Eric P. Massie Funeral Directors Chapel, 76a High Street, Inverurie on Monday, 21st October at 2pm, to which all friends are respectfully invited; thereafter cremation private. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if so desired, at chapel door in aid of R.N.L.I.

BAIN (Alness). Ismay (nee Ross) passed away unexpectedly, surrounded by her loving family, at Raigmore Hospital on Monday, 14th October, 2024, aged 71 years. Beloved wife of Richard, cherished mum of Brian, Tracey and Amy, doting nan of Andrew, Sophie, Roman, Holly and Reeve, great-nan of Samuel, loving daughter of Emily and the late Hugh, sister of Lesley and Emily and a good friend to many. A celebration of Ismay's life will be held at Alness Bowling Club on Thursday, 24th October, 2024, commencing at 10am; thereafter to Alness Cemetery. All family and friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only, but a donation, if desired, can be made at the service to the Isobel Rhind Centre, Invergordon. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son, Tel: 01349 880901.

MACRAE (Dingwall). Uisdean passed away, peacefully, on Monday, 30th September, 2024, with the loving and caring staff of Wyvis House, Dingwall. He was the devoted husband of Murdina, best dad to his daughters Donna and Joanne, loved by Dianne, John, Jack and Mitchell and extended family and friends. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, 16th October, 2024, at 11am, in Dingwall Free Church; interment thereafter at Fodderty Cemetery, at 12 noon. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations gratefully received for St Clement's School, Dingwall. All enquiries to D. Gunn Funeral Home, Blackwells Street, Dingwall. Tel. 01349 863951.