Funeral Notices

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Alistair MacGillivray 

1940 ~ 2024

(Acharacle)

Peacefully, at home, where he was born, surround by family, on Monday, 28th October 2024, Alistair MacGillivray, aged 84 years. A loving husband of Madgie, proud dad of Avril, Donald and Alister, loving grandpa to John, Zander, Aeneas, Jamie, Evie, Katie, Ailsa and Alistair, much-loved father-in-law of Hughie, Helen and Kate and a dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle.

Funeral Service will take place at 12 noon on Friday, 8th November 2024 at Acharacle Parish Church, thereafter to Churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to The Pines Medical Practice and Lochaber Macmillan Nurses can be given at the Church door.

Archie Cameron MacNaughton

1944 ~ 2024

(Banavie)

Suddenly, at home, on Monday, 30th September 2024, Archie Cameron MacNaughton, aged 80 years. A dearly loved son of the late Archie and Liza, much-loved brother of John and Elsie, and a dear uncle, great-uncle and cousin. 

Funeral Service will take place at 1pm on Wednesday, 16th October 2024 in Kilmonivaig Parish Church, Spean Bridge; thereafter to Blarour Cemetery. Family flowers only please. All welcome to attend. 

Lorraine Watson 

1964 ~ 2024

(Caol)

Surrounded by love, on Thursday, 3rd October 2024, her son by her side, Lorraine Watson passed peacefully away, aged 60 years, after a long illness, borne with great courage, determination and dignity. A proud mum to Ryan, his wife Sarah, and the late Sandy. Amazing and fun-loving Granny / Nana Raine to Gracie, Chè, Romi, Brae and Josie. Dearly loved daughter of the late Kenny and Josie, a much-loved sister of Bobby, Barbara, the late Kenny and Sylvia. Very special aunt, great-aunt, cousin and a dear friend to many.

Funeral ceremony to celebrate her life will take place at 1 pm on Saturday, 19th October 2024 in Ben Nevis Hotel, Fort William. Bright colours please. Flowers welcome or donations, if desired, to The Highland Hospice and L.A.D Café can be given at the ceremony.

Rev. John Keith 

1925 ~ 2024

(Glenfinnan)

Peacefully, in the wonderful care of Invernevis House, on Tuesday, 24th September 2024, in his 100th year, The Reverend John Keith, a virtuoso Musician / Priest / Hermit. A dear friend of Nancy Bacon. 

Requiem Mass to celebrate his exemplary life will take place at 1pm on Monday, 7th October 2024 in St. Mary & St. Finnan Church, Glenfinnan; thereafter private. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to Church Fabric Fund can be given at the service.

 Joan MacGillivray

1943 ~ 2024

(Banavie) 

Peacefully, at Belford Hospital, Fort William on Saturday, 31st August 2024, Joan MacGillivray, aged 81 years. A loving wife of the late Donnie, devoted mum to Donna and the late Tracy, respected mother-in-law of Gareth and dearly loved granny Jojo to Jackson. 

Funeral Service will take place at 12 noon on Friday, 20th September 2024 in Kilmallie Parish Church, Corpach. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Spinal Research UK can be given at the service. All welcome to attend.

Ruth Taylor

1941 ~ 2024

(Caol) 

Very suddenly at Belford Hospital, Fort William on Monday, 27th August 2024, Ruth Taylor, aged 82 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Tommy, a loving mum to Fiona and Cammy, much-loved granma to Makiba, Lucy, Craig and proud great-granma to Cambell. A dear relative, friend and colleague who will be sadly missed. 

Funeral Service will take place at 2pm on Wednesday, 11th September 2024 at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Fort William; thereafter to Glen Nevis Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to SSPCA can be given at the service.

 Frank Turner 

1934 ~ 2024

(Lochyside)

Peacefully, at Abbeyfield House, Ballachulish on Sunday, 9th June 2024, Frank Turner, aged 90 years. Beloved husband of the late Irene, a loving dad to Frances & John, Ann & Paul and Moira & David, much-loved grandad of Sarah, Cameron, Gabriel, Lilli, Annie, Kay and Anna, dear brother of Charlie, Brian, Margaret and the late Donald also a dearly loved uncle and friend to many.

Funeral service will be held at 12 noon on Friday, 21st June 2024 at Duncansburgh Parish Church, Fort William; thereafter to Glen Nevis Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to L.A.D and Caol Lunch Club can be given at the Church door.

 Bill Ord
1940 ~ 2024
(Inverlochy)

Peacefully at Belford Hospital on Tuesday, 28th May 2024, Bill Ord, aged 83 years. Devoted husband of Martha, dearly loved stepfather, grandfather, brother-in-law and uncle.

Funeral Service will take place at 12 noon on Tuesday, 11th June 2024 at Fort William Baptist Church; thereafter to Glen Nevis Cemetery. Flowers welcome. Donations, if desired, to Baptist Church Fabric Fund can be given at the Church door. 

Sylvia Anne Watson

1956 ~ 2024

(Essex / Caol)

Suddenly at her home in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, Sylvia Anne Watson. A much-loved daughter of the late Kenny and Josie, dearly loved big sister of Barbara, Lorraine, Bobby and the late Kenny, a loving aunt, great-aunt, cousin and friend. 

Funeral Ceremony will take place at 2pm on Friday, 24th May 2024 at Inverness Crematorium. All very welcome to attend. Flowers welcome.

Kenneth Robert Christie

(Kenny)

1974 ~ 2024

(Fort William)

It is with great sadness we announce the untimely passing of Kenneth Robert Christie (Kenny) aged 50 years. Manager of Travis Perkins. A loving son of the late Robert (Bob) and Elizabeth (Betty) née Coltart, a dear brother of Karen & David, uncle Nenny of Rachel, Sarah and Ailsa, a much-loved nephew, cousin and friend. 

Funeral Ceremony to celebrate the remarkable Kenny Christie will take place at 10.30am on Wednesday, 22nd May 2024 at The Railway Club, Inverlochy; thereafter private cremation. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to Local Charities can be given at the ceremony.

On Tuesday, 21st May 2024, the cortège will depart the Christie family home (Zetland Avenue) at 4pm via Travis Perkins at 4.15pm en route to The Railway Club arriving approximately at 4.30pm where Kenny will rest overnight.

Donald McPhee

1993 ~ 2024

(Fort William)

Tragically taken on Friday, 8th March 2024, Donald Alexander Baxter McPhee, (Dodo) aged 30 years. R.I.P. A loving brother to the late John and Raymond, caring nephew to Margaret, the late Donald and Sandra, proud cousin of Cieran, Michaela, Grant-Finlay, Donald-John, Jamie and Dylan, fun-loving uncle of Keira, Connor-John, Raymond Jr, Kara, Catherine-Ann, Patrick and Tyson. 

Funeral Service will be held at 12 noon on Wednesday, 10th April 2024 at Duncansburgh Parish Church, Fort William; thereafter to Glen Nevis Cemetery, where Dodo will be laid to rest alongside his beloved brothers. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Care for Orphans, Uganda can be given at the Church door.

 Thomas B. Howatson

(Tommy)

1934 ~ 2024

(Stronaba / Spean Bridge)

Peacefully, while holding hands with his niece, at Belford Hospital, Fort William on Thursday, 28th March 2024, Thomas B. Howatson, in his 90th year. Well respected crofter, mentor and a dearly loved uncle Tommy to many.

Funeral service will take place at 11 am on Saturday, 6th April 2024 at Kilmonivaig Parish Church, Spean Bridge; thereafter private. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Animal Charities can be given at the Church door.

A quiet unassuming highland gentleman - you will be very sadly missed Uncle T. 

Belinda MacDougall

1959 ~ 2024

(Bankfoot / Mallaig)

Peacefully, at home, surround by her family on Saturday, 24 February 2024, Belinda Maria MacDougall, aged 64 years, R.I.P. 

Loving daughter of Bunty and the late Alistair, a caring sister of Colin, Iain, Fiona, Claire, the late Anthony and Angus, a dear sister-in-law of Delyth, Mary, Wendy, Dean, and Simon, much-loved auntie of Jennifer, Thomas, Natalie, Katie, Angus, Emily, Siobhan, Anthony and the late Liam, proud great-aunt of Ruairi, Oliver, Samuel and Sophie, dearly loved niece, cousin and friend. 

Requiem Mass will take place at 11am on Wednesday, 6th March 2024 at St. Cumin's R.C. Church, Morar; thereafter private cremation. Family flowers only please. Donation's, if desired, to St. Cumin's Fabric Fund and Scottish Book Trust can be given at the Church door.

William Ferrie

(Willie)

1950 ~ 2024

(Caol)

Peacefully, surrounded by the wonderful staff at Invernevis House, on Tuesday 13th February 2024, William Christopher Ferrie (Willie), aged 73 years, R.I.P. Dearly loved son of the late Patrick and Grace, much-loved brother of Catherine, Grace, Bernadette and the late Patrick and Margaret Mary, a dear brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle and cousin.

Requiem Mass will take place at 11 am on Wednesday, 28th February 2024 at St. John’s R.C. Church, Caol; thereafter to Kilmallie Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Invernevis House Residents' Fund can be given at the Church door.

Bella McKee

1932 ~ 2024

(Caol)

Peacefully, surrounded by her family on Friday, 2nd February 2024, Bella McKee, aged 91 years. Devoted wife of the late Willie, a loving mum of Tommy & Flora, Robert & Libby, dear granny of Amy, Carolyn, Emily and Andrew, proud great-granny of Toren, a dear sister and aunt. 

Funeral Service will be held in private at Bella's request on Thursday, 15th February 2024. 

Shirley Negus

1943 ~ 2024

(formerly of Lossiemouth)

Peacfully, in the loving care of Abbeyfield Nursing Home, Ballachulish on Tuesday, 16th January 2024, Marie Shirley Negus, aged 80 years. Devoted daughter of the late Joseph and Marie Bakie, beloved wife of the late Peter, treasured mum of Heather, Carol and Yvonne, a loving mother-in-law to Sertaç and Roland, proud granny to Korcan, Kayra, Fabienne and André, dear sister of Margaret, Elspet and the late Jean.  

Funeral service at Glasgow Crematorium, Maryhill on Saturday, 10th February 2024 at 12 noon, to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. 

Thanksgiving Service thereafter at 2pm in St. George's Tron Church of Scotland, 163 Buchanan Street, Glasgow, G1 2JX.

Hector Maclean 

1929 – 2024 

(Mallaig)

Suddenly, but peacefully at Belford Hospital, Fort William on Thursday, 18th January 2024, Hector Paterson Maclean, aged 94 years. Devoted husband of the late Marion, dearly loved dad of Alexander, Hector, Marina and Margot, much-loved papa/grandpa to Mark, Lauren, Stephen, Natalie, Alison, Patrick and Carys, fun-loving great-papa/grandpa to Millar, Neil, John, Ruairidh, Grayson and Harris. 

Funeral service will take place at 12noon on Friday, 2nd February 2024 at St. Columba’s Church of Scotland, Mallaig; thereafter to Beoraid Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Church Fabric Fund can be given at the service.

David Sturrock

1939 ~ 2023

Peacefully, surrounded by his family on Boxing Day 2023, David Sturrock, aged 84 years. Loving dad of Chris, Jackie, Brigette and Richard. Proud grandad of Natasha, Sarah, Lisa, Nicola, Lauren, Rhianna, Amber, Sandy, Caitlin and Muir, fun-loving great-grandad pops to Sophie, Callum, Brodie, Eva, Tianna, Lana, Alexander, Sanna, Alysha, Zunairah, Harris, Lyle, Layton, Arlo, Aria, Charlie, Kyra and Polliadh, a dear brother to Derek and respected friend to many. 

Funeral Ceremony will take place at 12noon on Monday, 8th January 2024 at Inverness Crematorium. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to RAF Benevolent Fund can be given at the service. Casual dress preferred.