Death Notices

McCAFFERTY (Boat of Garten). Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, on Thursday, 15th August, 2024, John McCafferty, aged 87 years, of Birch Grove, Boat of Garten. Beloved husband of Mary and much loved Dad, Papa and brother. A funeral mass will be held at St. Aidan's RC Church, Aviemore, tomorrow (Friday), 23rd August, 2024, at 11.30 am; thereafter to Inverness Crematorium at 2pm. All friends are respectfully invited to attend. Family flowers only please. Enquiries to John Ross Funeral Services Ltd. Tel. 01479 872222 or info@johnrossfuneralservices.com

MACMILLAN (Aviemore). Peacefully, at Lynemore Care Home, Grantown on Spey, on Saturday, 17th August, 2024, just shy of his 94th birthday, James MacMillan (Jimmy, Flash) formerly of Railway Terrace, Aviemore. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy (Dot) and a dear uncle and friend to many who will be very sadly missed. Private funeral service to take place at Inverness Crematorium on Thursday, 29th August, 2024. Family flowers only. Enquiries to Jamie R. Rodgers Funeral Directors. Tel. 07376 11 00 20. Email info@jrrfunerals.co.uk

CAMPBELL (Cromdale). Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital on Sunday, 4th August, 2024, Barnett (Barney) Campbell, aged 81 years, of East Port Farm, Cromdale. Much loved brother of Bill, a dear uncle to Kenneth and Sheena and friend to all. A funeral service will be held at Cromdale Parish Church on Monday, 19th August, 2024 at 12 noon; interment thereafter at Cromdale Churchyard. All friends are respectfully invited to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given to benefit RSABI. Enquiries to John Ross Funeral Services Ltd. Tel. 01479 872222 or info@johnrossfuneralservices.com

MARTIN Eric Martin, aged 78, of Dalnabay, Dalfaber, Aviemore died suddenly, after a short illness, at Edinburgh Western General on Sunday, 4th August, 2024.

MCINTOSH (Tomintoul). Sadly, at Dr Gray's Hospital, Elgin on Sunday, 4th August, 2024, Felicity Noel (nee Campbell), aged 82 years, passed away. Beloved wife of the late Ian George McIntosh, dearly loved mum of Terry and Alan, a dear mother-in-law of Dee and a loved grandmother of Ruaridh, River and Romy. Dear friend of many. A graveside service will be held at Tomintoul Cemetery on Friday, 23rd August at 11am, to which all friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but donations are welcome in lieu for local charities.

WATSON (Grantown-on-Spey). Peacefully, at home, on Tuesday, 6th August, 2024, Roy Watson of Beachen Court, Grantown-on-Spey. Much loved husband of Carrol. A funeral service will be held at Inverness Crematorium on Tuesday, 20th August, 2024 at 1pm. All friends are respectfully invited to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, are to benefit Dystonia UK and Cancer Research UK. Enquiries to John Ross Funeral Services Ltd. Tel. 01479 872222 or email info@johnrossfuneralservices.com

MCIVOR (Grantown-on-Spey). Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Thursday, 1st August, 2024, following a short illness, Alexander (Sandy), aged 71 years, of South West High Street, Grantown-on-Spey. Beloved son of the late William and Helen McIvor, dear brother of Irene, Iris, Doris and Billy, a respected brother-in-law, uncle and a friend of many. All family, friends and neighbours are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Sandy's life which will take place at Inverallan Church, Grantown-on-Spey, on Wednesday, 14th August, 2024, commencing at 12 noon; thereafter interment within Cromdale Churchyard. Cortege arriving at 1.00pm. No mourning attire please. Family flowers only however, donations in lieu of floral tributes are welcomed with the chosen beneficiary being Macmillan Nurses. Donations can be made at the ceremony or forwarded directly to Lindsay Jack & Son, 35 The Square, Grantown-on-Spey, PH26 3HF.

PAISLEY Jan Paisley of Hawkhill Court, Edinburgh, son of John and Jytte Paisley, survived by his mother Jytte, daughter Jay and brothers John and Robert, passed away quietly, at St Columba's Hospice, Edinburgh on 14th July, 2024. Close family and friends who can make the trip are invited to Mortonhall Crematorium on Friday, 16th August, 2024 at 3.30pm.

TAYLOR (formerly Grantown-on-Spey). Peacefully, at Fairview Care Home, Stirling, on Thursday, 25th July, 2024, Dougie Taylor, aged 86 years, formerly of Mossie Road, Grantown-on-Spey. Beloved husband of the late Diane, much loved dad of Richard and Angie (and Curly), caring dad-in-law to Marie and Paul and adored Poppa to Joanna and Sophie. A funeral service will be held at Insh Parish Church, Kincraig, tomorrow (Friday), 9th August, 2024, at 12noon; interment thereafter at Insh Cemetery. All friends are respectfully invited to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, are to benefit Fairview Comfort Fund and MND Scotland. Enquiries to John Ross Funeral Services Ltd. Tel. 01479 872222 or info@johnrossfuneralservices.com

FRASER (Newtonmore). Peacefully, at Badenoch and Strathspey Community Hospital, on Friday, 26th July, 2024, Sheila Fraser, aged 94 years, of Tor Breac, Golf Course Road, Newtonmore. Beloved wife of the late Gaby Fraser, much loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. Funeral arrangements to be confirmed. Please contact John Ross Funeral Services Ltd for details. Tel. 01540 662266 or info@johnrossfuneralservices.com

MACLEAN (Grantown-on-Spey) Unexpectedly, after a short illness, at Raigmore Hospital, on Sunday, 14th July, 2024, Anne MacLean OBE, aged 82 years, of Strathspey Gardens, Grantown-on-Spey. Beloved wife of Alan Shute. Following a private cremation, a celebration of Anne's life will be held at The Grant Arms Hotel, Grantown-on-Spey, on Thursday, 15th August, 2024 at 12.30pm. All friends are respectfully invited to attend. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, may be given to benefit Macmillan Cancer Support. Enquiries to John Ross Funeral Services Ltd. Tel. 01479 872222 or info@johnrossfuneralservices.com

MACKINTOSH Robert Balfour MacKintosh, 71 years, formerly of Burnside Road, Aviemore, passed away peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Wednesday, 10th July, 2024, after a long period of ill health. His private funeral was held at Inverness Crematorium on Monday, 22nd July, 2024 and his ashes subsequently interred at Laggantygowan Cemetery, Aviemore. The family would like to thank all those involved in Robert's welfare during his period of ill health.

SANDISON (Carrbridge). Suddenly, after a very short illness, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness on Tuesday, 16th July, 2024, Joyce Sandison of Carrbridge. Beloved wife of the late William (Beale) Sandison, much loved mum of Grant, Morna and Paula and a dear granny to David, Jamie, Josh, Nathan, Jake and Maya. Funeral service to take place at Inverness Crematorium on Monday, 29th July, 2024 at 12 noon; and thereafter a memorial service at Carrbridge Church at 2pm. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but donations, if desired, are to benefit Cancer Research UK and may be given at the service. The cortwill pass through Carrbridge at approximately 11am for anyone wishing to pay their respects. Enquiries to Jamie R. Rodgers Funeral Directors Ltd. Tel. 07376 110020. Email info@jrrfunerals.co.uk

LENNON (Grantown-on-Spey). Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, on Thursday, 18th July, 2024, Mike Lennon, aged 87 years, of Beechwood, Woodside Avenue, Grantown-on-Spey. Beloved husband of Margaret, dear dad of Iain, loving grampa of Sam and Ed and much loved brother of Maureen. A funeral service will be held at Inverness Crematorium on Tuesday, 30th July, 2024, at 12noon. All friends are respectfully invited to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, are to benefit Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance and Macmillan Cancer Support. Enquiries to John Ross Funeral Services Ltd. Tel. 01479 872222 or info@johnrossfuneralservices.com

TELFORD (Drumguish) Our wonderful, kind and gentle dad, Ian Telford, departed this life at Mosswood Care Home on 9th July, 2024, aged 70 years. Devoted husband to the late Angie, fantastic dad to Calum, Nicola and Laura, proud granda to Aria and Pippa and loving brother to Susan. A funeral service with be held at Inverness Crematorium on Monday, 29th July, 2024 at 11am. All friends are respectfully invited to attend. For those unable to attend the crematorium, Ian's family warmly invite you to join them for refreshments at Kingussie Golf Club at 1pm. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given to benefit Alzheimer Scotland. Enquiries to John Ross Funeral Services Ltd. Tel. 01540 662266 or info@johnrossfuneralservices.com

FELTHAM (Grantown-on-Spey). Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, on Friday, 5th July, 2024, Ronnie Feltham, aged 82 years, of Shankland Court, Grantown-on-Spey. Dearly loved dad of Gary, Craig and Tracey and much loved grandad, brother and friend. A private cremation will be held on Wednesday, 17th July, 2024. Donations, if desired, may be given to benefit Cancer Research UK. Enquiries to John Ross Funeral Services Ltd. Tel. 01479 872222 or info@johnrossfuneralservices.com

BARKER (Aviemore, formerly South Lochs, Isle of Lewis). Peacefully, at The Wade Centre, Kingussie, on Friday, 14th June, 2024, Wg Cdr Dr Jack Barker of Johnstone Road, Aviemore. Dearly beloved husband of Susan (nee Stewart) and loving dad, grandad and great-grandad. A funeral service will be held at St. Andrews Parish Church, Aviemore, on Monday, 24th June, 2024, at 11.30am; followed by a committal service at Inverness Crematorium at 1pm. All friends are respectfully invited to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, are to benefit The Wade Centre Amenity Fund and may be given at the service. Enquiries to Jamie R. Rodgers Funeral Directors, Aviemore. Tel. 07376 110020. Email: info@jrrfunerals.co.uk

BRIEN (Kincraig). Peacefully, at home, with his family by his bedside, on Friday, 7th June, 2024, Andrew Brien, aged 81 years. Beloved husband of Sheena, father of Andrea, Fiona, Donald and Christopher, grandad of Rachel, Arran, Megan, Rory, Seamus, Ishbel and Leo. A funeral service will be held at Our Lady of the Rosary and St Columba RC Church, Kingussie on Monday, 17th June, 2024 at 12 noon; interment thereafter at Insh Cemetery. All friends are respectfully invited to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations for Cairngorm Mountain Rescue and Médecins Sans Frontiwill be welcomed. Enquiries to John Ross Funeral Services Ltd. Tel. 01540 662266 or info@johnrossfuneralservices.com

ANDERSON (Kincraig). Sadly passed away, on Tuesday, 28th May, 2024, John Anderson MBE, aged 85 years, of Goldenacre, Kincraig. Beloved husband of the late Frances, much loved dad of Lindsay and Claire and loving grandad of Hamish, Kerr, Lewis and Amber. A funeral service will be held at Insh Parish Church on Wednesday, 19th June, 2024 at 1pm, to which all friends are welcome to attend. A private cremation will be held thereafter. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given to benefit The Wade Centre Amenity Fund and Badenoch & Strathspey Community ConnXions. Enquiries to John Ross Funeral Services Ltd. Tel. 01540 662266 or info@johnrossfuneralservices.com

HEAWOOD Margaret (nee Shoebridge) Peacefully, with dignity, at Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy on Saturday, 1st June, 2024, Margaret, aged 85 years, formerly of Kingseat. Beloved wife of the late Mike, loving mum of Michele and Nicola, mother-in-law of Robert and Stirling, loved grandma of Connal and Amber and great-grandma of Arthur. Sadly missed and always loved. Funeral service at Dunfermline Crematorium on Monday, 24th June at 11:30am, to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations can be given in Margaret's memory to Cancer Research UK.