Death Notices

MICHIE (Forres). Peacefully, at her home, on Friday 31st July, 2020, after a long battle fought with dignity Magdalene (Mogie) retired Nurse, dearly loved wife of Neil, an extraordinary and loving mother to Amanda, a dear mother-in-law, sister, aunt and friend. Funeral Private, however Funeral Cortege to leave Andrew Smith Funeral Directors, 17 Tytler Street, Forres, IV36 1EL, on Thursday 6th August, at 10.05 am approx. Please maintain social distancing. Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to NESS (Elgin) can be forwarded to Funeral Directors.

RODWAY DR. Anne Elizabeth Pauline M.B.B.S., M.R.C.S.,L.R.C.P.,D.OBST., R.C.O.G., died peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Friday, 17th July, 2020. She will always be remembered, admired and respected for her work as a general practitioner in Sevenoaks, her invaluable contribution to the initiation and development of the NHS Breast Screening Programme, her considerable sailing exploits including campaigning her yacht 'Witch Doctor' in offshore racing and her huge smile and sense of humour. Private family service. Memorial to follow. No flowers but any donations in memory of Anne can be made to Target Ovarian Cancer UK by cheque payable to the chaity and sent to Wellham Jones, 156 London Road, Sevenoaks, TN13 1DJ. Online at www.wellhamjones.co.uk/obituaries.

BAKER - Peacefully, at his home, Jeffrey Thomas Baker, (retired Optician), of Ty Pobydd, Sandown Road, Nairn, devoted husband and best friend of Sheena Baker. Funeral details will be arranged under the current restrictions.

LILLEY Peacefully at his home, on Sunday, 12th July, 2020, George Lilley of Allan Drive, Forres, aged 83 years, a beloved husband of the late Jean, a much loved father of Micheal and the late John, a caring father-in-law and a devoted grandad. Sadly missed by all. Funeral service private.

BARTLETT (Forres). William Joseph (Bill) passed away at home, on Tuesday, 30th June, 2020, aged 81. Fondly remembered by Aileen, family and friends - gone fishing.

SMITH - Peacefully, at Dr Gray's Hospital, on Friday, 19th June, 2020. Jennifer Smith of King's Way, Forres, aged 67 years, a beloved wife of Brian, a much loved mother of Fiona and Kevin, a caring mother-in-law, a devoted granny of Alana, Tyler and Correy, and a sadly missed sister and friend to many. Funeral service private. Donations to Chest, Heart & Stroke in Jennifer's memory can be forwarded to Tom Ross & Sons Funeral Directors, Orchard Road, Forres, IV36 1PJ.

BELL - Peacefully, at Dr Gray's Hospital on Friday, 19th June, 2020. Mary Bell of Gordon Street, Forres, aged 80 years, a much loved wife of the late Allan Bell, a beloved mother of Graham and Angela, a caring mother-in-law, and a devoted grandma of Ailsa and Erin. Sadly missed by all. Funeral service private. Memorial service to be held at a later date.

MORRISON - (Forres). Peacefully, at Seafield Hospital, Buckie, on Tuesday, 23rd June, 2020. Donald (Donnie) Morrison of High Street, Forres, aged 87 years, beloved husband of the late Joan and of the late Margaret, an adored father of Elaine, a much loved stepfather, a dear father-in-law, a devoted grandfather and great-grandfather and a sadly missed brother and brother-in-law. Funeral service private in accordance with government guidelines. Donations to Macmillan nurses in Donnie's memory can be forwarded to Tom Ross & Sons Funeral Directors, Orchard Road, Forres IV36 1PJ.

ETTLES - (Forres). Peacefully, at Meadowlark Nursing Home, on Friday, 5th June, 2020. John (Jock) William Ettles, formerly of Roysvale Terrace, aged 88 years, a dear brother, uncle and great uncle. Sadly missed by all. Funeral service private.

ROLLO Robert "Bobby"- Passed away peacefully, at home in Forres, on Friday, 29th May, 2020, You went away so suddenly, We could not say goodbye, But brothers can never be parted, Precious memories never die. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed, brother Johnny, sister-in-law, Marjorie, dear uncle to Jayne, Brian and Bairns, Unst and Whalsay, Shetland.

MICHIE - Peacefully, at his home, on Saturday, 30th May, 2020. Frank Michie of Knockomie Gardens, aged 72 years, beloved husband of Elma, a much loved father of Paula and Fiona, a caring father-in-law of Garry and Stephen, a devoted granda of Ella, Chloe, Iona and Sophie, and a sadly missed brother and friend to many. Flowers may be sent to the private funeral service at Tom Ross & Sons, Orchard Road, Forres. Tel. 01309 673435 or donations in lieu to Marie Curie.

ROLLO - Peacefully, at home, on Friday, 29th May, 2020, with his daughters by his side. Robert (Bobby) Rollo of Romach Road, Forres, aged 74 years, beloved husband of the late Sandra, a much loved dad of Wendy and Karen, a caring father-in-law of Brian and Darren, a devoted grandad "Bob" to Aimee, Conor, Kaycee and Dylan, and a dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle and good friend. Funeral service private.

CONDIE Rosemary Georgina Anderson (nee Heatrick), beloved wife of Ian Henderson Condie, much loved mother of Clare, Bruce and Alison and grandmother to Eilidh, Morven, Eoghan, Ruaridh and Scott and mother-in-law to Duncan and Jacquelyn, passed away peacefully in her sleep, at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, on Sunday, 17th May, 2020.

ROSS Quite suddenly, but peacefully, on Friday, 15th May, 2020, at Meadowlark Care Home, Forres, Hilda Winifred (Winnie) aged 93 years, formerly of Mosset Grove, Forres. Loving wife of the late Alan and a beloved aunt and great-aunt. Funeral service private.

MASSON - (Urquhart/Forres). Peacefully, after an inspirational fight, with his family at his side, at his home, 65 Beils Brae, on Thursday, 7th May, 2020, Raymond (Raymie), aged 45 years (Service Engineer Moray Fire), devoted husband to Fiona, loving dad to Riona, Euan and Frase, only son to Raymond and Lorna (Forres), much loved brother to Julie and Vicky, son-in-law to Billy and Cath (Dallas), and a dear grandson, a good and loyal friend to many. Funeral private due to current Government guidelines. Cortege to leave 65 Beils Brae on Thursday, 14th May at 12noon approx. Please maintain social distancing. A celebration of Raymie's life to 'Follow Follow' at a later date. Enquiries please to Andrew Smith Family Funeral Directors, 17 Tytler Street, Forres, IV36 1EL. Tel. 01309 674383.

McIVOR - (Elgin/Forres). Suddenly, but peacefully, passed away at ARI, on Thursday, 7th May, 2020, Joan Audrey McIvor, aged 65 years. Daughter of the late Joan & Jim McIvor, mam to Mandy, Michelle & the late Mark. A much loved sister, aunt, mum-in-law and grandmother. Funeral private due to current circumstances.

MACRAE (Nairn). Peacefully, at her home, on Wednesday, 6th May 2020, Jessie Isobel MacRae (known as Jenny) of Sutors Avenue, Nairn, aged 87 years, beloved wife of the late John (Jack) MacRae, a much loved mother of Ian, Graeme, Colin, Catriona, Murray and the late Gordon, a caring gran, great-gran and a friend to many. Sadly missed by all. Funeral service private.

MACDONALD - (Forres, formerly Boat-of-Garten). After a short illness, at Cathay Nursing Home, Forres, on Monday, 4th May, 2020, Moira MacDonald of 3 War Veteran Cottages, Forres, formerly of 19 Craigie Avenue, Boat-of-Garten. Devoted wife of the late John MacDonald, loving mother to Iain and Dawn, Robert and Christine, dear grandmother of seven and great-grandmother of four. A private funeral service will take place today, (Wednesday), 13th May, 2020. Enquiries to John Ross Funeral Services Ltd. Tel. 01479 872222 or info@johnrossfuneralservices.com

MACARTHUR - (Forres). Violet (nee MacKenzie). Suddenly, at Dr Gray's Hospital, Elgin, on 3rd May, 2020, in her 90th year, as a result of long term conditions bravely borne. Loving and devoted wife of Foster for over 70 years, caring mother to Kathleen, Gordon and the late Michael, mother-in-law to Geoffrey and Elizabeth, dedicated grandmother to five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. A great personality and hostess who will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Arrangements private.

SUTHERLAND - Peacefully, on Tuesday, 21st April, 2020, in the quiet comfort of Meallmore Lodge Care Home, Elizabeth Sutherland, aged 64 years. Dearly loved mother of William, 25 Sutor Avenue, Nairn and Kimberley, 17 Grantown Road, Forres, also much loved sister, grandmother and friend. Family service today, (Wednesday), 29th April, 2020 at 2.00pm in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. Live link available from funeral directors. Tel. 01463 243232.