Death Notices

THOMSON (Invergordon). Rona passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, after a long battle with Leukemia, at Invergordon County Community Hospital, Invergordon on Friday, 9th May, 2025, aged 68 years. Beloved wife of Colin, much loved mum of Ross, Stuart and Alistair, mother-in-law of Fiona, Andrea and Beca, loving granny of Becky, Ryan, Miley, Anya, Sofia, Chloe and Willow and great-granny to Aria and a dear sister of Jane. Funeral service to be held at Inverness Crematorium on Monday, 19th May, 2025, commencing at 12.30pm. Family flowers only please, but a donation, if desired, can be made at the service or online at mairiurquhartandson.com to Ward 5A Raigmore Hospital and Sutor Ward, Invergordon Hospital. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

TIMOTHY Sadly, at Caravan 1, Fendom Farm, Fendom, Tain, on Sunday, 6th April, 2025, Andrew Stephen Timothy, aged 74 years. Arrangements by William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

DRUMMOND Peacefully, at Carolton Care Home, Nairn on Sunday, 11th May, 2025, Jennie Cook Drummond, aged 92 years, of Rowandene, Viewfield Street, Nairn. Beloved wife of the late Gordon Drummond, dear mother of Alasdair and Jackie, much loved grandma of Georgina, Charlotte, Molly and Hannah, mother-in-law of Erenia and Jonathan. Funeral service at Inverness Crematorium on Tuesday, 27th May at 11am. All friends respectfully invited, family flowers only, but donations in lieu, if desired, to Alzheimer Scotland.

LLOYD Dr Ann Katharine Mortimer Lloyd (3rd November, 1951 - 30th April, 2025). Much loved sister, mother and friend, died peacefully, at home (Cromarty), with her family by her side. Funeral on Friday, 23rd May at 2pm at Inverness Crematorium. Wake to follow at Eden Court, Inverness. Livestream available for those who can't attend in person. Mirandaklloyd@hotmail.co.uk / 07851 639240. Arrangements by D. Gunn Funeral Home, Blackwells Street, Dingwall. Tel. 01349 863951.

HOLDER (Conon Bridge). Pat Holder, beloved wife of Reg, loving mother to Katherine and Jennifer, and much loved by her extended family and friends, passed unexpectedly in her sleep, in the early hours of Saturday morning, 10th May, 2025, aged 85 years. There will be a private cremation service for the family at 10am on Friday, 23rd May; followed by a memorial service at 12 noon at St. Anne's Episcopal Church in Strathpeffer. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only, but donations, if so desired, may be given at the service for Urray House Care Home and Save the Children. All enquiries to D. Gunn Funeral Home, Dingwall, IV15 9NY. Tel. 01349 863951.

BENSON (Invergordon). Eddie Benson, of 1 Shore Road, Invergordon passed away peacefully, at Kintyre House Care Home, on Monday, 5th May, 2025, aged 90 years. Beloved husband of the late Margaret, much loved father to Gary, loving father-in-law to Sam, precious grandfather to Connor and Luca and a good friend to many. Funeral service to be held at Inverness Crematorium on Friday, 23rd May, 2025, commencing at 12 noon. All family and friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but a donation, if desired, can be made at the service to the staff at Kintyre House Care Home. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

GRAHAM (Berwick-upon-Tweed/Milton). Peacefully, at Tweedmouth House Nursing Home, Berwick-upon-Tweed, on Saturday, 19th April, 2025, Mary "May" Margaret Graham (nee Clements). Formally of 5 Woodlands Drive, Milton, beloved wife of the late Finlay, dearly loved sister and aunt and loved by all the extended family and friends. Funeral service will be held at St Joseph's Catholic Church, Invergordon, on Thursday, 15th May, at 12 noon; 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 Tweedmouth House Nursing Home, Berwick-upon-Tweed 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 "May".

MACDONALD (Strathpeffer/Arcan). Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital on Saturday, 26th April, 2025, Margaret, aged 77 years, much loved sister of Christine, Norman and Ruth. Funeral service to be held at Fodderty & Strathpeffer Church of Scotland, today (Friday), 9th May, 2025 at 1pm; thereafter to Fodderty Cemetery. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if so desired, may be given at the service for the Munlochy Animal Aid. All enquiries to Jim Murray at D. Gunn Funeral Home, Dingwall IV15 9NY. Tel. 01349 863951.

ASKEW (Inverness). Peacefully, on 15th April, 2025, with dignity, courage and his usual stoicism, Iain, dearly loved husband and best friend to the late Ann and loving father and best friend to John. A private funeral, at Iain's request, took place on 30th April, 2025. No cards or callers please. If desired, donations can be made to the British Heart Foundation. Special thanks to John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness for their caring and professional funeral arrangements.

FLETCHER (Evanton). Stan Fletcher of Drummond Road, Evanton, passed away, peacefully at Raigmore Hospital, on Friday, 2nd May, 2025, aged 78 years. Beloved husband of the late Sheila, loving dad of Andrew, Katie, Fiona and Susan, dear father-in-law of Andy and James, a doting grandad and friend to many. Graveside service will be held at Kiltearn Cemetery, Evanton, on Friday, 16th May, commencing at 12.30 pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but a donation, if desired, can be made at the service or online for Sheila's Cafe, Dingwall at mairiurquhartandson.com. All enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son Tel. 01349 880901.

MUNRO (Evanton). Peacefully, on Thursday, 24th April, 2025, at Raigmore Hospital, John Angus Munro, of 23 Balconie Street, sadly passed away, at the age of 70. Beloved brother to Davie, much loved son to the late Rena and Muirden, dear friend to many, who will be sadly missed by all. Funeral service took place yesterday (Thursday), 8th May. Enquiries to JG Mackenzie. Tel. 01349 830684.

COWLEY (Fairburn, formerly Rosemarkie). Sarah Cowley passed away suddenly, but peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital on Thursday, 10th April, 2025, aged 58 years. Beloved partner of the late Craig, dearly loved mum of Rachel, mother-in-law of Martin, doting granny of Sadie and a loving sister, she will be sorely missed by all. A celebration of Sarah's life will be held at Inverness Crematorium on Thursday, 8th May, 2025, commencing at 10am, all friends respectfully invited, colourful clothing welcome. Family flowers only, but a donation, if desired, can be made at the service for The Scottish Huntington's Association. If you are unable to attend the service, a live stream link will be available online at mairiurquhartandson.com. All enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son Tel. 01349 880901.

MUNRO (Evanton). Ian passed away peacefully, after a long battle bravely fought, at Invergordon County Community Hospital on Friday, 25th April, 2025, aged 84 years. Beloved husband of Irene, loving dad of Kim and Robbie, father-in-law of Fraser and Louise, cherished grandpa of Joe, Rebecca, Poppy and Blair and a good friend of many. Private funeral service. Family flowers only, but a donation, if desired, can be made in Ian's memory online at www.mairiurquartandson.com/funeral-notices/ian-munro to Invergordon County Community Hospital. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

FINLAYSON (Evanton). Peacefully, with his loving family by his side, Kevin sadly passed away, on 19th April, 2025, after a short illness which was bravely fought, aged 56 years. Much loved partner of Tracey, beloved son of Helen and stepson to John, devoted dad and much admired by his extended family and friends, who will be greatly missed by all. Funeral service will be held in Kiltearn Parish Church, Evanton, today (Friday), 2nd May, at 11:30am; thereafter to Kiltearn Cemetery, all friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, can be given towards The Anchor Centre, Aberdeen at the church door, if unable to attend the service there will be a live stream link available by enquiring to JG Mackenzie. Tel. 07774 974740.

MICHAEL (Alness). Anne passed away peacefully, at Invergordon County Community Hospital, on Monday, 21st April, 2025, aged 83 years. Beloved wife of the late Alexander (Sandy), much loved mum of Jennifer, Hazel and Adeline, mother-in-law of Alan and Mark, loving granny of Samantha, Michael, Sara, Laura and Scott and great-granny to Portia and a dear sister of Albert and Donald. Private funeral to be held. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

CARROLL (Dingwall). Denise Carroll, of Castle Gardens, Dingwall, beloved wife and mother, passed away, peacefully, on Wednesday, 23rd April, 2025, at the age of 76. Her final days were spent in the company of her family, friends and the staff of Strathallan House, to whom the family express their thanks. A service of remembrance will be held at D. Gunn Funeral Directors, Blackwells Street, Dingwall, on Wednesday, 7th May, at 1.30pm. All welcome. Family flowers only please. Informal dress, particularly knitwear encouraged. All enquiries to D. Gunn Funeral Directors, Blackwells Street, Dingwall. Tel. 01349 863951.

HARKISS (MACKAY) (Tain). Peacefully, at The County Hospital, Invergordon on Saturday, 26th April, 2025, Sheila Harkiss (nee Mackay), "Roselea" 4 Esther Place, Tain. Beloved wife of Jim, loving daughter to Alan and Margaret of South Balkeith, dearly loved sister of Colin and a dear sister-in-law of Sheila, devoted auntie to Chloe and Jamie and loved by all the extended family, friends and colleagues at Johnston and Farrell Vets. Funeral service will be held at Inverness Crematorium on Tuesday, 6th May, 2025 at 12 noon. All friends respectfully invited. For those wishing to pay their respects, the funeral cortege will travel down Tain High Street at approximately 10.30am on Tuesday, 6th May, 2025. Family flowers only please, but donations, if so desired, may be given at the service for The Nurses of The Sutor Ward, County Hospital, Invergordon and Ward 2A Raigmore Hospital, Inverness 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 Sheila. Service to be live streamed from the crematorium. Full details will be posted on our website (www.alasdair-rhind-funerals.com) 24 hours prior.

CLEAVER (Muir of Ord, formerly Hainault, Ilford, Essex). Roy passed away peacefully, after battling a short illness and with Helen by side, at The Highland Hospice on Saturday, 26th April, 2025, aged 83 years. Beloved husband of Helen, much loved dad, stepdad, devoted grandad and a good friend to many. A celebration of Roy's life will be held at Inverness Crematorium on Thursday, 15th May, 2025, commencing at 2pm. All family and friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only, but a donation, if desired, can be made at the service or online at www.mairiurquhartandson.com/notices/roy-cleaver for The Highland Hospice, Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01463 870891.

WHITTEN (Invergordon). June passed away peacefully, at home, with her loving family by her side, on Thursday, 10th April, 2025, aged 77 years. Beloved wife of the late George, devoted mam of Wendy, mother-in-law of Derek, much loved sister, auntie, dear cousin and a good friend to many. Private cremation at June's request. Donations, if desired, can be made in June's memory, online at mairiurquhartandson.com/notices to Invergordon County Community Hospital, where she worked for 40 years. Enquiries to Mairi Urquhart & Son. Tel. 01349 880901.

CLARK (Inverness / formerly Invergordon). Passed away, in the care of Cameron House, Inverness, on Sunday, 13th April, 2025, Patsy Clark (nee Don), aged 90 years, Inverness and formerly Invergordon. Beloved wife of the late Jimmy, dear mother to Christine, Menzies and the late Sandra and granny to Fiona, Eilidh and Iain, great-granny to Abigail and Pearl, mother-in-law to David, Lynne and Uisdean. Remembered fondly by family, friends and ex colleagues in Invergordon County Hospital and Highland Hospice Shop and Café. Donations in memory of Patsy can be made via JustGiving www.justgiving.com/page/remembering-patsy Funeral private in Kilmuir Easter Burial Ground. Funeral arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.