Death Notices

STEWART - Peacefully, at Balhousie Pitlochry Nursing Home on Friday, 1st May, 2020, Phyllis (nee Vass). Dearly beloved wife of the late George Stewart, much loved mother of Catriona, Sheila and Sandy, a dear mother-in-law of David and Jill and loved by all her grandchildren, Kate, Kirsty, Christy, Ellen, Isla, Lindsey, Callum and Shona. Funeral private in accordance with current restrictions on public gatherings.

CUNNINGHAM - (Strathpeffer). Peacefully, in Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Monday, 27th April, 2020, William "Bill" Young Cunningham, 1 Park Avenue, Strathpeffer, beloved husband of the late Ann, much loved father of Richard, dear father-in-law of Claire, dearly loved papa of Sophie, Erin, Ross and Lauren, loving brother of the late Hunter and loved by all the extended family and friends. Funeral private due to the current circumstances. All enquiries to Alasdair Rhind Funeral Director, Sutherland House, Bank Street, Tain.

HOLLIDAY - (nee Reid). Diana Gillian (Gill), died peacefully, on Tuesday, 28th April, 2020, at Gracewell of Bookham Residential Care Home. Much loved wife of Richard (deceased), mother to Alison and Andrew and grandmother to Harry, Tom, Mollie and Rosie. Private funeral, family only. A Memorial Service for Gill will be held at a later date. Further enquiries to Carly Cripps, HD Tribe Ltd, Storrington. Tel. 01903 742585.

MILLER - (Elgin). Suddenly, at home, Lorna Joan (nee Jack), 75 years, Friday, 1st May, 2020. Beloved wife to Alastair, much loved mam to Ali, adored 'Nonnie' to Seumas and Aidan, daughter of late parents David & Sheila and niece to Joan Munro. Originally from Dingwall, lived in Stornoway for many years before moving to Elgin. Sorely missed by family and friends. Interment at Fodderty, Strathpeffer.

MACRAE - Jeannie (Muir-of-Ord). Peacefully, on Thursday, 30th April, 2020, with her family by her side, Jeannie MacRae (nee Forbes), aged 85 years, 8 Tarradale Terrace, Muir-of-Ord, darling wife of the late Alex MacRae, devoted mother of David and Allyson and mother-in-law to Kevin, cherished granny and great-granny Jeannie, a much loved sister, auntie, cousin and friend to many, who will be sorely missed. Interment has taken place but a celebration of Jeannie's life will be held at a later date, to which all family and friends will be respectfully invited. Enquiries to D. Gunn Funeral Home, Blackwells Street, Dingwall. Tel. 01349 863951.

JOHANSEN - (Muir Of Ord). Peacefully, at Highland Hospice, on 1st May, 2020, John Paterson Johansen (Jock), beloved husband, father and grandfather, dearly missed. Interment has already taken place. Enquiries to D. Gunn Funeral Directors, Blackwells Street, Dingwall. Tel. 01349 863951.

MACLEOD - (Lochussie). At home, on Sunday, 26th April, 2020, Brian, much loved father of Ailsa and Graeme, son to Derick and Harriet MacLeod. Private funeral to be held. Enquiries to D. Gunn Funeral Director. Tel. 01349 863951

DAWSON - (Marybank). Douglas Dawson passed away, peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, on Sunday, 26th April, 2020, aged 84 years, with family by his side. Loving dad, grandad, great-grandad and a good friend. Private ceremony to be held at the Inverness Crematorium. Donations can be made online to the RSPB if desired. Enquiries to D. J. Maclennan & Son. Tel. 01463 870891

STEWART - (Marybank/ Strathpeffer). Peacefully, in the care of Strathallan House Care Home, Strathpeffer, on 25th April, 2020, Alasdair Stewart, aged 85 years, formerly of Marybank and Strathpeffer. A keen fisherman and member of Strathpeffer Golf Club. Beloved husband of the late Nancy, much loved dad of Tracy, Cheryl, Jamie and Gavin and loving papa to his eight grandchildren. Funeral private. Enquiries to the funeral directors, John Fraser & Son, Lovat House, High Street, Dingwall. Tel. 01349 808666.

FREW - (Tain). Peacefully, in Mull Hall Care Home, Barbaraville, Invergordon, on Saturday, 18th April, 2020, Ann (nee Craig), formerly of Mayfield Wynd, Tain. Beloved wife of the late James, a loving mother of David, Derek and Laura, much loved granny of Nathan, Adam, Niamh, Jade and Owen, loving great-granny to Kady and Kairi, a dearly loved sister of David and sister-in-law of Linda and the late Meg, a dear aunt of Gareth, Alan, Vivienne, Gordon, Russell and Crawford and loved by all the extended family and friends. Funeral private due to the current circumstances. Donations for Alzheimer Scotland may be sent to Alasdair Rhind Funeral Director, Sutherland House, Bank Street, Tain.

WOOD - Peacefully, at Cradlehall Nursing Home, Inverness, on 21st April, 2020, James Wood (Jim), aged 83 years, formerly of Wallace Place, Culloden, devoted husband of the late Marlene, loving dad of Fiona and Tony and John and Susie. Funeral ceremony private. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

MACDONALD - (Dingwall). Peacefully, at the Ross Memorial Hospital, Dingwall, on 19th April, 2020, after a long illness fought with courage and good humour, Jack Macdonald, aged 80 years, Longacres, Dingwall, retired driving instructor. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Sylvia Swancott, loved and precious dad of Michael, Claire and Nicola, respected father-in-law of Lesley and Gordon, a much loved granda to Erin, Amy, Ross, Katy, Jemma and Scott, also a dear brother-in-law. A private family service will take place at Fodderty Cemetery. Enquiries to the funeral directors; John Fraser & Son, Lovat House, High Street, Dingwall. Tel. 01349 808666.

MACPHEE - (Muir Of Ord). William John MacPhee, passed away peacefully, at home, on Tuesday, 21st April, 2020, aged 78 years. Beloved husband of Johanna, much loved dad of Shon, Paul, Rosie, Helen, and a loving grandfather and great-grandfather. Due to recent advice to reduce social gatherings the family will be holding a private ceremony at Urray Cemetery. The family intend on holding a celebration of William's life that all his family and friends will be warmly invited to at a later date. Enquiries to D. J. Maclennan & Son. Tel. 01463 870891

FRASER - (Contin). Peacefully, at home, on Monday, 20th April, 2020, James (Jimmy), aged 78 years. Eldest son of the late Iain and Cathie Fraser, a much beloved husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and a great friend to many. A small graveside service will be held in Contin Cemetery today (Friday), 24th April, 2020, at 12 noon. Due to current circumstances, numbers will be limited to immediate family in the cemetery, however friends are invited to pay their respects along the roadside to the church. A Service of Remembrance will be held in Contin Church once current restrictions are lifted. Family flowers only. Anyone wishing to donate can do so to the Highland Hospice in Inverness. Enquiries can be made to D. Gunn, Dingwall. Tel. 01349 863951.

BROCKETT - (Invergordon). Peacefully, in Castle Gardens Care Home, Invergordon, on Friday, 17th April, 2020, Robert Mitchell Brockett, formerly of Carberfeidh Drive, Invergordon, dearly loved partner of Isobel, a much loved father, grandfather and loved by all the extended family and friends. Funeral private due to current circumstances. All enquiries to Alasdair Rhind, Funeral Directors, Sutherland House, Bank Street, Tain. The family would like to thank all the staff of Castle Gardens Care Home, Invergordon for the kind care and attention received by Robert.

VALENTINE - (Barbaraville). Very suddenly, in Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Wednesday, 15th April, 2020, David R.S. Valentine, "Fairview House", Portleich, Barbaraville, beloved and loving husband of Lorna, dearly loved father of John and Eilidh, much loved granpa of Thomas, Angus and Julia, dear brother of Robert and Lily and loved by all the extended family and friends. Funeral private due to current circumstances. All enquiries to Alasdair Rhind, Funeral Directors, Sutherland House, Bank Street, Tain. For those wishing to pay their respects the hearse will leave from "Fairview" today (Friday), 24th April at 11.30am; thereafter going down Invergordon High Street.

BARCLAY - Stan Alexander Barclay, beloved husband of Margaret, passed away in Africa, on 16th April, 2020.

MACNAB - (Dingwall and Wick). Anne MacNab (nee Waugh), of Kildun Farm, Dingwall, passed away on Friday, 10th April, 2020, in the caring hands of Ward 2A at Raigmore. She was the loving wife of Ian MacNab for sixty five years and loving mum to Alasdair, Brian, Eileen, Fiona and Lorna, a caring sister, aunt, grandmother and friend to many. We are grateful for her loving devotion to the family and the farm over a long time. Interment has already taken place at Fodderty Cemetery. Enquiries to D. Gunn Funeral Home, Dingwall. Tel. 01349 863951.

FRASER - (Evanton). Peacefully, on Friday, 10th April, 2020, at Redwoods Nursing Home, Alness, Isabel, formerly of Teandallon Square, sadly passed away. Due to current circumstances the funeral service will be held privately. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Enquiries to JG Mackenzie Tel. 01349 830684.

FORREST - (Culloden/ Strathpeffer). Suddenly, but peacefully, on Tuesday, 14th April, 2020, after a short illness at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, Walter Hill Forrest, aged 91 years. Much loved dad, brother, uncle, grandpa, great-grandpa and friend. Special thanks to Fraser Home Care and Raigmore Hospital for their excellent care and compassion. Due to current circumstances cremation service will be private. A celebration of Walter's life will take place at a later date. Enquiries to the funeral directors; John Fraser & Son, 17-29 Chapel Street, Inverness. Tel. 01463 233366.