Death Notices

MACKENZIE (Darnaway/Forres). Tragically, in I.C.U at A.R.I on Saturday, 21st September, 2024, Norman Low in his 69th year of Chauffeurs Cottage, Darnaway Castle. Devoted husband to Catriona, a much loved dad to Stuart and Eilidh and adored granda to Kara, Teri-Leigh and Allie and dear brother to Charles. Cremation private. Funeral service in Randolph Hall, Darnaway Castle, on Thursday, 3rd October, at 12.30pm, to which all friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired to Friends of Blairs Loch can be made at Randolph Hall door or forwarded to Andrew Smith Family Funeral Directors,17 Tyler Street, Forres IV36 1EL.

BALES Suddenly but peacefully at his home "Rosemuir", Kinloss, on Saturday, 7th September, 2024, Peter, in his 71st year. Devoted husband of the late Linda, much loved dad to Michael, David and Nicole and friend to many. Funeral Service in Andrew Smiths Funeral Home, 17 Tytler Street, Forres IV36 1EL, on Thursday, 19th September, 2024, at 2pm, to which all friends are respectfully invited; thereafter private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Forres Mechanics Football Club, can be made at funeral home door.

PILON Peacefully, on Sunday, 8th September, 2024 at Meadowlark Care Home, Forres, Mavis Anne Pilon (nee Williamson), aged 82 years. Dance school for children and one time The Red Lion Hotel. Beloved wife of John. A sad miss to so many friends everywhere. Funeral service on Friday, 27th September at 12 noon in St John's Church, Forres; thereafter to Clovenside Burial Ground. All friends invited. Arrangements by William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness.

WALSH-EVANS (Forres/Findhorn). Peacefully, with her family by her side, at Cathay Nursing Home, Forres on Thursday, 5th September, 2024, Louise Walsh-Evans, formerly of Argentier Road, Forres and 45 Findhorn, aged 87 years, beloved wife of the late Thomas Blackwood, a much loved mother of Carl, Matthew, John, Heidi, Kresanna and Marcus, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother, a sadly missed aunt and friend to many. Funeral service private at her own request.

MCKENZIE (Forres). Suddenly, but peacefully, after a short illness, at Dr Gray's Hospital, Elgin on Thursday, 29th August, 2024, Margaret Forbes Dick, in her 93rd year, of Forbeshill, Forres. Devoted wife of the late James McKenzie, a much loved mum to James and Lynn, mother-in-law to Catherine and a loving granny, great-granny and sister. Funeral service in St Leonards Parish Church, Forres on Saturday, 7th September at 11.30am; thereafter to Clovenside Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to Forres in Bloom can be made at church door or forwarded to Andrew Smith Funeral Directors, 17 Tytler Street, Forres IV36 1EL.

HISLOP Suddenly, at her home, on Tuesday, 20th August, 2024, Avril Hislop of Forbeshill, Forres, aged 77 years, a much loved wife of Murray, a beloved mother of Jill and Graeme, a caring mother-in-law, a devoted granny of Millie, Euan, Lucy and Laura and a sadly missed friend to many. Funeral service at Inverness Crematorium on Thursday, 12th September, at 1.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Bright colours to be worn if possible please. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Cancer Research UK.

TAYLOR (Forres) - Peacefully, after a short illness at A.R.I. on Friday, 23rd August, 2024, Isabel in her 77th year (26 years Staff Nurse at Dr Gray's Hospital, Elgin) of Mannachie Road, Forres. A loving partner to Duncan, a much loved mum to Kirsten and Paul and dear granny to Connor. Funeral Service in Moray Crematorium on Thursday, 5th September, at 12.30pm to which all friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only and bright attire preferred. Donations if desired to Cancer Research can be made at crematorium door or forwarded to Andrew Smith Family Funeral Directors, 17 Tytler Street Forres IV361EL.

SCOTT (Forres). Suddenly, but peacefully, at Abbeyvale Care Home, Elgin on Tuesday, 20th August, 2024, May Leonard, in her 87th year, of Romach Road, Forres. Beloved wife of the late Noel Scott, a much loved mum to Linda, Graham and Debbie, a dear friend to Andrew, a loving mother-in-law, adored grandma to Daniel, Natasha and Callum and a dearly loved sister and aunt. Funeral mass in St Margaret's Catholic Church, Forres on Tuesday, 10th September at 12 noon; thereafter to Clovenside Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. May would have appreciated you wearing bright clothing. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Parkinson's can be made at church door or forwarded to Andrew Smith Family Funeral Directors, 17 Tytler Street, Forres IV36 1EL.

HUNTER (Forres/Dunphail). Peacefully, at her home, Flat 33, Varis Court on Thursday, 29th August, 2024, Jean Nichol Scott (retired proprietor "Beachens Cattery", Dunphail). Devoted wife of the late James Smith Hunter, a much loved mum to Ewan, Andrew and Myles, a loving granny to Megan, Rebecca and Aidan. Funeral service in Andrew Smith's Funeral Home, 17 Tytler Street, Forres IV36 1EL on Friday, 6th September at 2.30pm, to which all friends are respectfully invited; thereafter cremation private. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Varis Court Residents Fund can be made at funeral home door.

LAWSON (Insch/Forres). Peacefully, at Drumdarroch Care Home, Insch, on Sunday, 11th August, 2024, after a short illness, Annie (Nancy), formerly of Portsoy, aged 86 years. Beloved wife of the late Wilf and the late Ken and mother to Gordon, Kevin and Martin. A celebration of Annie's life will take place at Moray Crematorium, Broadley, Buckie, on Friday, 23rd August, at 12.30pm, to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, however donations in lieu, if desired, to Drumdarroch Diamonds on exiting the chapel.

VESCO (Forres/Orkney). We mourn the loss of Alexander (Alex) of Forres (retired Customs and Excise Orkney and C.A.B. Elgin and Forres) who died 7th August, 2024 in his 93rd year. Much loved by his wife Barbara and his children Kay, David and Lynn and by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Cremation private. Funeral service in Andrew Smith's Funeral Home, 17 Tytler Street, Forres. IV36 1EL on Friday, 23rd August at 1pm, to which all friends are respectfully invited. Those wishing to view Alex's funeral on livestream can do so by emailing andrewsmith.funeraldirectors@btconnect.com for login details. Donations, if desired, to Alzheimer Scotland can be made at funeral home door.

DYKE (Forres). Peacefully, at Speyside Care Home, on 27th July, 2024, Margaret, aged 87 years, beloved wife to the late Brian, much loved mum and sister, adored nanny and great-nana. Funeral service at W. G. Catto Funeral Directors, Linkwood Road, Elgin, on Wednesday, 14th August, at 11am. Family flowers only please.

BLACKWELL (Rafford). Suddenly, but peacefully, at Dr Gray's Hospital, Elgin, on Wednesday, 31st July, 2024, Keith Blackwell, in his 91st year, with his wife Margaret by his side. A much-loved husband to Margaret and father to Robert, Liz and Duncan, as well as a loving grampa and great-grampa. As he was a long-term resident of Rafford, a celebration of his life will take place at Rafford Village Hall, on Saturday, 10th August, 1pm. All friends respectfully invited; Keith loved his Hawaiian shirts so bright clothing preferred. Donations to Rafford Village Hall can be made on the day or contact Joel at jjjoel@gmail.com

MCIVOR (Forres). Suddenly, but peacefully, at her home, 31 Grant Drive, Forres, on Tuesday, 23rd July, 2024, Elsie Elizabeth Fraser, in her 87th year. A much loved wife of the late Robert (Bert) and a much loved mum to Lesley, Lynn and Robert, a loving granny, great-granny, a dear sister to Meg and a dear auntie. Funeral service in St Leonards Parish Church, Forres, tomorrow (Thursday), 1st August, at 11.30am; thereafter to Clovenside Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Bright clothing preferred and family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Cats Protection can be made at church door or forwarded to Andrew Smith Family Funeral Directors, 17 Tytler Street, Forres IV36 1EL.

WILSON (Forres). Peacefully, at his home, on Wednesday, 24th July, 2024, Peter Ainsley Wilson, proprietor of Mackenzie & Cruickshank Garden Centre, Forres, aged 70 years. Beloved husband of Heather, a proud and adored father of Alistair and Jessica, a cherished father-in-law, a dear brother and a sadly missed relative and friend to many. Funeral service at St Laurence Parish Church, Forres on Thursday, 8th August at 1pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to The Dr Gray's Oncology Fund.

WOOD (Forres). Peacefully, at Meadowlark Nursing Home, Forres on Sunday, 14th July, 2024, Ann Constance Wood (nee Stott) of St Leonards Road, Forres, aged 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Mike, a much loved mother of Lesley, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted grandmother and a sadly missed sister, sister-in-law and friend to many. Funeral service at Tom Ross & Sons' Chapel on Tuesday, 6th August at 12 noon; followed by refreshments at Forres Golf Club. All are welcome. Family flowers only please.

FALLOWS (Isle of Arran/Glencoe/Forres). The Fallows family are sad to announce the passing of their father, Reverend Adrian Fallows, retired Rector of St Mary's, Glencoe, who died peacefully, at his home in Lamlash, on the Isle of Arran, on Tuesday, 2nd July, 2024, aged 74 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Patricia (Patsy Douglas, Forres), a much loved father to Fiona, Heather and Donna and a dear father-in-law and granda. Funeral service in St John's Episcopal Church, Forres on Friday, 19th July at 2pm; thereafter to Kinloss Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited, family flowers only please. Enquiries please to Andrew Smith Family Funeral Directors, 17 Tytler Street, Forres. Tel. 01309 674383.

MACKENZIE (Forres). Suddenly, but peacefully, at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, on Tuesday, 25th June, 2024, Catherine Jean Souter, in her 83rd year, of Moravia Court. Devoted wife of the late Peter Mackenzie, a much loved mum to Moira, Christine and Peter, a dear mother-in-law, a loving granny, great-granny, sister, sister-in-law and auntie and formerly of Castle Street Forres. Cremation private. Funeral service in Andrew Smith's Funeral Home, 17 Tytler Street, Forres, IV36 1EL tomorrow (Thursday), 11th July at 12.15pm, to which all friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only and bright clothing preferred at her own request please. Donations, if desired, to Chest Heart & Stroke Association or Moray Inshore Rescue Organisation can be made at funeral home door or forwarded to the above appointed family funeral directors.

MCBEAN (Forres). Peacefully, at his home, with Eleanor by his side, on Tuesday, 25th June, 2024, Donald McBean (Don/Donnie) of Glenelg Road, Forres, aged 83 years, beloved husband of Eleanor, a much loved father of Neil, Iain and Kirsty, a dear father-in-law, a devoted grampa/pops and great-grampa, and a sadly missed relative and friend to many. Funeral service at Tom Ross & Sons' Chapel on Thursday, 11th July, at 10.00am; thereafter to Clovenside Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Blood Cancer UK.

DIVERS (Elgin/Forres). Peacefully, at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, on Friday, 21st June, 2024, Jean Christine McCulloch, in her 75th year of Birkenhill Place, Elgin. Devoted wife to John and loving mam to Scott and dear granny to Callan. Funeral service in Elgin Parish Church, Moss Street, Elgin (formerly St Columba's Church) on Thursday, 4th July, at 12 noon; thereafter to Elgin Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to The Oaks, Elgin can be made at church door or forwarded to Andrew Smith Funeral Directors, 17 Tytler Street, Forres, IV36 1EL.