Death Notices

RAULIER (Shieldaig). Peacefully, in the care of Fodderty Care Home on 8th October, 2024, Claudine Joséphine Léonie Raulier (née Fabry), aged 101 years, formerly of Shieldaig. Beloved wife of the late Charles and much loved mum of FranFuneral ceremony on Thursday, 24th October, at 10am in the Funeral Home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness, to which all are welcome; thereafter cremation private. Family flowers only please. Donations for the staff at Fodderty Care Home may be given at the ceremony. Car parking available at the funeral home. Livestream via www.johnfraserandson.com/live-services

SUTHERLAND (Invergordon). Alexander (Alex) Thomas Sutherland (Gordon Terrace, Invergordon), passed away peacefully, following a short illness, with his loving family by his side at Invergordon County Community Hospital on Wednesday, 2nd October, 2024, aged 81 years. Beloved husband of the late June, much loved dad of Graham, Mark and the late Julie-Anne, a loving granda, great-granda, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, father-in-law and faithful friend to many. Funeral service to be held at Invergordon Church of Scotland on Tuesday, 15th October, 2024, commencing at 11am; thereafter to Rosskeen Cemetery. All family and friends respectfully invited. A donation, if desired, can be made at the service for The Highland Hospice. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

HODGKIN (Tain). Peacefully at home, with her loving family by her side, on Monday, 7th October, 2024, Carol Anne Hodgkin, St Martins, 5A Petley Street, Tain. Beloved wife of Colin, a much loved mother of Mark, Syd and the late Justin and the late Paul, a loving granny, devoted great-granny, a dearly loved sister. Loved by all the extended family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Inverness Crematorium on Monday, 14th October at 1pm. Funeral cortwill be leaving from the family home at 11.30am. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but donations, if so desired, may be given at the service for COPD Foundation and 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 00254580. Ref. the late Carol.

SAVILLE (Tain). Ab passed away suddenly, at home, with his loving wife by his side, on Monday, 7th October, 2024, aged 72 years. Beloved husband of Aileen, loving brother of Pete, Sue and Dilly, a dear brother-in-law and uncle and a good friend to many. A private family cremation will take place on Thursday, 17th October, 2024, followed by a service at The Duthac Centre, Tain, commencing at 1pm, to which all family and friends are respectfully invited, and thereafter to the St Duthus Hotel for refreshments. Family flowers only please, but a donation, if so desired, can be made at the service for local charities. Aileen wishes to extend her grateful thanks to all the emergency services for their kind assistance. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

STIRLING (Invergordon). Jan died peacefully, at home, surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, 6th October, 2024, aged 72 years. Beloved wife of Gordie, much loved mum of Clare and Sarah, mother-in-law of Kai, cherished granny of Tayo, Kyle, Layla, Theo and Evan, loving sister, auntie, cousin and a good friend to many. Funeral service will be held at Alness Baptist Church on Thursday, 17th October, 2024, commencing at 11.30am; thereafter to Mitchell Hill Cemetery, Dingwall. All family and friends respectfully invited. It is Jan's wish that everyone wear bright and colourful clothing. Family flowers only please, but a donation, if desired, can be made at the service for Macmillan Nurses and Maggie's Highland. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

BEALES (Tain/London). Suddenly, but peacefully, in Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, after a long illness borne with strength, dignity and courage on Tuesday, 17th September, 2024, Richard John Beales, Loandhu Lodge, Fearn, beloved husband and best friend of Laura, a much loved brother of Rosemary, a loving uncle, godfather and magnificent friend. Funeral Service will be held in Kilmuir Easter Church on Tuesday, 8th October, at 1pm. Thereafter; to Kilmuir Easter Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Bright colours appreciated and jeans welcome. Family flowers only please, but donations, if so desired may be given at the service for Maggies and The Scottish Ambulance Service (Tain Branch) 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 Richard. 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 Eilean Dubh Care Home on Wednesday, 25th September, 2024, Catherine (Brodie) aged 92 years, formerly of Dungrianach, Avoch. Dearly loved wife of the late Jack, dearest mum of Iain and Lynn, adored nana of Kate, Nick, Chloe, Tom and Jenny and great-nana to Ruairidh and much loved mother-in-law to Lesley and Alan. A much loved sister and aunt and also a devoted and loyal friend. Funeral service at Avoch Congregational Church on Friday, 11th October, 2024, at 11.30am; thereafter to Avoch New Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. No flowers please, but donations, if desired in lieu, may be given at the church to Save the Children. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall.

HARMON (Lochussie). Peacefully, at Highland Hospice on 29th September, 2024, following a six year battle, bravely borne, Anna Harmon, aged 75 years, Marchwood, Lochussie. Dearly beloved wife of Stephen, loved sister of Pauli, also a dear sister-in-law and aunt. Funeral service on Thursday, 17th October, at 2pm, in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations for Highland Hospice and Maggie's Highlands may be given at the service. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Lovat House, Dingwall.

HEGGIE (Dingwall). Suddenly, at Raigmore Hospital, surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday, 25th September, 2024, Irene, a very much loved wife of Duncan, loving mother of Cameron and Graeme, cherished granny, sister, mother-in-law, aunty and faithful friend to many. Funeral service will be held at St Clements Parish Church, Dingwall, on Tuesday, 8th October, at 12 noon; interment thereafter to Mitchell Hill Cemetery. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired, may be given at the service for Alzheimer Scotland and Heart and Lung Charity. All enquiries to Jim Murray at D. Gunn Funeral Home, Dingwall, IV15 9NW. Tel. 01349 863951.

PATIENCE (Avoch/Rosemarkie). Peacefully, at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, 29th September, 2024, David aged 86. Darling husband of Artie, dearest dad of Marina, Sharon and the late John. Devoted and proud granda to Calum, Ruaridh, Milly and Anna. A dear father-in-law to Ritchie, brother-in-law and uncle, will be sorely missed. Funeral service will take place at Rosemarkie Church on Wednesday, 9th October, 2024, at 12noon; thereafter to Fortrose and Rosemarkie new cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only, but if so desired, donations may be given in lieu for MacMillan and Marie Curie. Arrangements by D Gunn Funeral Directors, Blackwells Street, Dingwall. Tel: 01349 863951.

JACK Peacefully, after a short illness in Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, Margo Jack, passed away. Funeral private at her own request.

MCRAE (Invergordon). Daniel (Danny) passed away, suddenly at home, on Friday, 20th September, 2024, aged 71 years. Beloved husband of Joan, much loved dad, stepdad, cherished grandpa, loving brother, uncle and a good friend to many. Danny will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Funeral service to be held at Invergordon Church of Scotland on Thursday, 3rd October, 2024, commencing at 10am; thereafter to Rosskeen Cemetery. All family and friends invited. Family flowers only please, but a donation, if desired, can be made at the service to The British Heart Foundation and Invergordon RNLI. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son, Tel: 01349 880901.

MILLER (Inverness). Peacefully, in the loving care of Eilean Dubh Care Home, Fortrose on Sunday, 22nd September, 2024, Annie Miller (nee Gillies), aged 94 years, formerly of Mount Pleasant Farm and Marine Park, North Kessock. Beloved wife of the late Roddy, much loved mother of Kirsty and Ann, dearest mother-in-law of John and Malcolm, doting granny of Calum, Iain, Shona and Duncan and great-granny of Lucy, also a dear sister and good friend to many. Funeral Service on Wednesday, 2nd October, 2024, at 11am in Fortrose Free Church; thereafter to Fortrose & Rosemarkie New Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Annie towards Eilean Dubh Care Home Comfort Fund and Black Isle Cares may be given at the door. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

FENWICK (Bundrowes, Braelangwell). May Fenwick (nee Gammie), passed away, peacefully, in her one hundred and second year, in the loving care of the staff at Redwoods Care Home, Alness. Dearly beloved wife of the late Ken, much loved aunt, great-aunt and a good friend to many. Funeral service to be held at Inverness Crematorium on Monday, 30th September, 2024, commencing at 11am. All friends and family respectfully invited. All flowers welcome, a donation, if desired, can be made at the service for Redwoods Care Home. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son,Tel:01349 880901

EAGLESHAM (Glasgow/Clydebank/Alness/Evanton). Peter Walker Watt Eaglesham, aged 91 years, after a short illness, peacefully at home, with family by his side, on 19th September, 2024, two years to the day after the passing of his beloved wife, Rena. Dad to Steven, Scott, Stuart, Struan and Sandor, father-in-law, grandad to thirteen, great-grandad to five. One-time: Mosquito aircraft reconnaissance photographer, artist, accountant, draughtsman, Vespa scooter rider, driving instructor, ice-cream van vendor, public relations manager to Singer company in Clydebank, manager of Averon Centre in Alness, malt whisky enthusiast, world-class pipe-smoker. Always a gentleman. A celebration of Peter's life will be held at Inverness Crematorium on Friday, 4th October, at 11am. He was not a man for formal dress, we would welcome hints of tartan, hints of heather, kilts and hiking boots. All family and friends respectfully invited. Donations, if so desired, will be gratefully received for Diabetes Scotland. 'She first deceased, he for a little tried, to live without her, liked it not and died.' All enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son Tel: 01349 880901.

MILLER (DINGWALL). Suddenly, but peacefully at Erskine Edinburgh Care Home, on Monday, 16th September, 2024, Janet ("Jessie") Couper Miller (nee Manson), formerly of Old Evanton Road, Dingwall. Beloved wife of the late Alex Miller, devoted mum to Colin and Keith, a wonderful granny, mother-in-law, sister, aunt, great-aunt, great-great-aunt and a good friend to many. Funeral service at St Clement's Church, Dingwall on Friday, 4th October, at 12noon; interment thereafter at Mitchell Hill Cemetery. Family flowers only please. All friends respectfully invited. Donations may be given at the service, if so desired, for Highland Hospice. Special thanks to staff at Erskine Edinburgh Care Home for their excellent care. All enquiries to Jim Murray, at D Gunn Funeral Home, Blackwells Street, Dingwall. Tel: 01349 863951.

CAMERON (Cromarty). Brian passed away, unexpectedly, at home, on Tuesday, 17th September, 2024, aged 64 years. Very much loved and loving husband of Marigold, extremely proud and adored dad to Brian, Lucy and Shona, a devoted and extra-special grandad to Lexie, Glenn, Kai, Hallie, Kaleb, Ada, Heidi and Walter, cherished brother, father-in-law and great friend to many. Funeral service will be held in the Victoria Hall, Cromarty, on Friday, 4th October, 2024, commencing at 10am; thereafter to Cromarty Cemetery. All family and friends respectfully invited. It would please Brian and his family immensely if football tops (any colours) could be worn in tribute. Family flowers only please, but a donation, if desired, can be made at the service for James Support Group. All enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son, Tel: 01349 880901.

ADAMS (DINGWALL). Peacefully, at Culduthel Care Home, Inverness, on Tuesday, 17th September, 2024, Margaret Ann (nee Ferguson), aged 83 years. Loving wife of the late Thomas, mother to twins Michael and June and the late Shona. Loving grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend to many. Funeral service to take place at St Clement's Church of Scotland, Dingwall, on Tuesday, 1st October, at 12noon; interment thereafter at Fodderty Cemetery. All friends are respectfully invited. Donations may be given at the service, if so desired, for Dementia Scotland. All enquiries to Jim Murray, at D Gunn Funeral Home, Blackwells Street, Dingwall. Tel: 01349 863951.

OWENS (AVOCH). Peacefully, in the care of the Kingsmills Care Home on 20th September, 2024, Jonathan (Jock) Munro Owens, aged 82 years old, formerly 48 MacKenzie Place, Avoch. Beloved husband of the late Vida, dearest father of Susan and Elizabeth and cherished Granda Panda of Michael, Andrew, Jamie and Jessie. Funeral service on Wednesday, 2nd October, at 1pm in Black Isle East Church, Rosemarkie; thereafter to Avoch New Cemetery. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory of Jonathan for Kingsmills Care Home can be given at the service. Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness.

FLETCHER (Strathpeffer). It is with great sadness that the family announce the passing of John Fletcher (Fletch), suddenly at his home, on Saturday, 7th September, 2024, aged 86 years. Loving husband of the late Ina, beloved brother, loving stepfather to his four stepsons and a caring grandad. He will be greatly missed by his loving family, friends and all that knew him. Funeral service to be held at Strathpeffer Church of Scotland on Monday, 23rd September, 2024, commencing at 1pm; thereafter to Fodderty Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but a donation, if desired, can be made at the service for The Legion Club Dingwall. All enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son Tel: 01349 880901.