Acknowledgements

CAMERON (Forres). Colin, Graham and Frances, children of the late Eileen would like to express their sincere gratitude and thanks to all family, friends and neighbours for their kind expressions of sympathy, cards, letters, calls and floral tributes received after the recent passing of Eileen. In addition to those who attended the service, we would also like to send thanks to the minister Sonia Palmer who gave a comforting service and fitting tribute to Eileen, the Mosset Tavern for the catering and Callum Ross and all staff at Tom Ross & Sons for their professionalism, courtesy, dignity and sympathetic handling of the funeral arrangements. Special thanks to Kathy and her first class team at Andersons Care Home for looking after Eileen over the last 6 months. Finally, thank you to all who generously donated to Forres Old Age Pensioners and Andersons where contributions raised £750.

CAMERON (Forres). The family of the late Jack Cameron would like to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for their many kind expressions of sympathy extended to them by way of cards, messages and flowers. Thanks also to the Forres Neighbourhood Care Team and Dr Gray's Hospital staff, in addition to the care and nursing staff at Meadowlark Care Home in Forres where he spent his last 6 months. Special thanks to Tom Ross & Sons Funeral Directors, particularly Callum for his advice and sensitive handling of the formalities. Also to Lesley Simpson for delivering the uplifting celebration of Jack's life and to the Mosset Tavern staff for the excellent post service catering.

McBAIN Cathie, Sandy and family would like to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for their many expressions of sympathy received following the sad loss of their dear Elsa. A special thanks to the Dallas Estates & Community, who have given endless support over the years, the Rev. Donald Prentice, Andrew Smith funeral director and his staff. Donations for St Michael's Church and The Houldsworth Institute received a very generous £752.

HISLOP Brian, Bryan and family of the late Doreen would like to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for the kind expressions of sympathy, cards and telephone calls received during the recent sad loss of Doreen. Thanks also to District Nurses for all the support given to Doreen during her illness. Special thanks also to Rev. Sonia Palmer for her kind visits and uplifting service, to Andrew Smith and staff for professional funeral arrangements, to all those who paid their last respects to Doreen in Forres High Street and to all who gave so generously to Forres In Bloom, which realised £200.00.

ROBERTSON The family of the late Hugh Robertson wish to acknowledge the many expressions of sympathy and celebrations of his life which offered us great comfort in our time of sadness. Thank you to those who shared their glowing memories of his impact on their lives, and the community which has made our loss more bearable. You have helped us to remember his great life well lived throughout 100 years. We offer our heartfelt thanks to all those who cared for him in his own home after the loss of his beloved wife Wynne in 2014. Thank you to Andrew Smith, Funeral Director, and his team for their sensitive and professional handling of funeral arrangements. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude.

GORDON Calum, Lindsay, Ross, Nancy, Marian and family of the late Sandra would like to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for their kind expressions of sympathy, the cards, letters, calls and floral tributes received after the recent sad loss of Sandra. In addition to those who attended the service, the family would also like to thank all those who kindly paid their respects as the cortege passed through the town. A thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff at Dr Gray's Hospital, Aberdeen ARI and the Macmillan nurses for all the help and support given to Sandra. Thanks also to Janet Donnelly, Humanist Celebrant, for her kind visits and fitting tribute to Sandra, the Mosset Tavern for the catering and to Andrew Smith, Liz and Kelly for the assistance and professional funeral arrangements. Finally, we would like to thank all who gave so generously to Springer Rescue for Scotland, where contributions, to date, have realised £720.

BALLUFF Martina Balluff. The Balluff family together with Babs, Mike, Claire, Mark and Helen wish to sincerely thank friends, the staff of the Moray Coast Vet Group, the community of Forres and their pets, and the staff of Andrew Smith Funeral Directors for their support, words of comfort and donations during our sad loss of Martina. "Please accept this as our personal thanks".

MACKENZIE Anne and family of the late Alistair Mackenzie (Mell) would like to thank all relatives friends and neighbours for the kind expressions of sympathy, cards and telephone calls recieved. Thanks also to Meadowlark Care Home for the care and support given, to Stuart Finlayson for his uplifting service, to Mosset Tavern for all the catering, to Andrew Smith, Liz and Kelly for the excellent funeral arrangements and to all who gave so generously to Forres Christmas Lights.

GROSSI The family of the late Rosa Grossi of 26D High Street, Forres, who died on May 5, 2021, would like to thank most sincerely all those who sympathized with them on their loss. We offer our heartfelt thanks to the family, friends, neighbours and well-wishers who attended the service and burial and who provided support for us at this difficult time. For those who telephoned, sent floral tributes, cards and messages of condolences, as well as those who made charitable donations, we are truly grateful to Fr. Damian Martell for his comforting service and Andrew Smith Funeral Directors, our thanks for helping us through this difficult time. A special thank you to all the carers and friends who have assisted our mother over the past few years. Your dedication is greatly appreciated.

MARTELL The family of the late Christina Martell would like to thank all relatives and friends for the lovely messages of sympathy, cards, flowers and gifts received. Grateful thanks to the staff of Varis Court, Forres, for their unfailing care and support and to the staff of Seafield Hospital, Buckie, we extend our deep felt thanks for the exceptional nursing care received during mum's final days. We would especially like to thank the staff of Tom Ross & Sons Funeral Directors, Forres, for their professionalism and care. The sum of £1,088 was raised for SCIAF. Thank you to all who contributed.

LINDER (Kintessack). Isobel would like to sincerely thank all of George's biker friends and neighbours for their kindness and support to him during his illness and for the many kind expressions of sympathy by way of flowers, cards, calls and messages; to everyone who came to the "bike cavalcade" in his memory and to all who paid their last respects along the route. Special thanks to Flo and Andy, Johnnie, Dennis and Colin for making a difficult time easier. Thanks also for all medical help. To Daniel Ralph and Family Funeral Directors for their compassionate funeral arrangements and excellent catering. Finally, to all who gave so generously and donated the sum of £1,000 for Isle of Man TT Riders Association and Scottish Air Ambulance. George will be fondly remembered by many.

MATTHEWS The family of Sam Matthews wish to thank all whose kindness and friendship has meant so much over the years, and more so latterly. Special thanks to Dr Pecchia, NHS nurses, staff of Capercaillie, Marie Curie nurses and MacMillan nurses, who cared for Sam during his recent illness. Also to Andrew Smith, Funeral Directors for their professional and caring services.

SUTHERLAND James, Brian and Family of the late Betsy Sutherland would like to thank all relatives friends and neighbours for the kind expressions of sympathy telephone calls and cards received on the recent sad loss of Mam. Thanks also to staff of Cathay Care Home, family doctors for help and support given to Mam. Special thanks also to Rev Donald Prentice for his comforting service, to Andrew Smith and staff for funeral arrangements, to all those who were at St Leonard's Church and Clovenside Cemetery.

STEVEN The family of the late Ian G. Steven wish to express their sincere thanks to all relatives, friends and neighbours for the many expressions of sympathy extended to them following the sad passing of Ian, by way of cards, letters, phone calls and beautiful flowers. Thanks to all staff of Ward 7, Dr Gray's Hospital and Care Scotland for their excellent care of Ian. Special thanks to the Minister Stuart Finlayson for his comforting service at the rest rooms and crematorium, and to Andrew Smith and staff for excellent funeral arrangements.

SMITH Helen and family of the late Donald Smith would like to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for the kind expressions of sympathy, telephone calls, letters, cards and beautiful floral tributes received during their recent sad loss. Special thanks to the carers of Homecare Scotland, local police officers and paramedics for all the help and support given. Thanks also to Stuart Finlayson for his pastoral care and uplifting service, Andrew Smith, Liz and Kelly for their excellent funeral arrangements and service, and to all who viewed online. To Albert Duffus and members of The Queens Own Highlanders and Seaforth Highlanders, Johnathan and Emma of Forres Pipe Band for their wonderful fitting tributes at funeral home, Tytler Street and Inverness Crematorium.

DEAN Mary and family would like to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for the kind expressions of sympathy, telephone calls, cards and beautiful floral tributes received during the recent sad loss of Jimmy. Special thanks also to Doctors and District Nurses of Forres Health Centre, to Doctors and staff of AMAU Dr Gray's Hospital, Elgin, for all the support and medical help. Thanks also to Ailie Macleod Humanist Celebrant for the very fitting tributes to Jimmy, to all those who logged into the livestream, to Scott Hay for his piping tribute, to Andrew Smith, Liz and Kelly for professional and compassionate funeral arrangements and to all who gave so generously to Forres in Bloom which realised £450.

GORDON It is with sincere sadness, Karen, Linda and Families would like to thank their, families, friends and neighbours for the beautiful floral arrangements, cards, letters, and phone calls received following the recent sad loss of Derek. A true Forres Loyal and Burghead Loyal. A Special thanks to all who paid their last respects along Tytler Street, Forres High Street and Clovenside Road. To Ailie MacLeod for her comforting service, Andrew Smith, Liz & Kelly for their professional excellence, and to all who gave so generously to Forres Pipe Band.

GRANT Heather, Helen, Brian and their families would like to thank all relatives and friends for their kind expressions of sympathy and support following the sad loss of Henry. Special thanks to the home carers and all staff at Seafield and Muirton Hospitals, Buckie, Varis Medical Practice and Meadowlark Care Home. Thanks also to Tom Ross & Sons for their professional and efficient funeral arrangements and Rev Stuart Finlayson for his comforting service. Finally, thank you for the generous donations of £195 for Meadowlark Residents Fund.

STORRIER Annette and Althea would like to thank all relatives and friends for the cards and flowers received after the recent sad loss of our mum Valerie. Special thanks to the staff of Varis Court for their amazing and dedicated care particularly in the lockdown months. Thanks to the Rev. Jenny Adams for her kind words and beautiful service and to William and Callum of Tom Ross & Sons for their sensitive and professional organisation of the funeral arrangements.

GRANT Margot, Kathleen, Fiona, Louise and their families would like to thank all relatives and friends for their kind expressions of sympathy and support after the sad loss of Forbes. Special thanks to Andrew Smith funeral directors and to the minister, Reverend Gillian Morton, for a lovely service. The family would also like to express their sincere gratitude to the teams at Varis Court, ACU and the Varis Medical Practice, who went above and beyond to ensure Forbes' last days were very peaceful and comfortable. Sincere thanks to all those who donated to Alzheimer Scotland.