Death Notices

GARDYNE (Glass). Peacefully after a short illness at Alexander Scott's Hospital, Huntly, on Sunday, January 16, 2022, Stella, aged 93 years, dear aunt, great-aunt and great-great-aunt. Requiem Mass in St. Margaret's RC Church, Huntly, on Monday, January 24th, at 11a.m., thereafter to Wallakirk Cemetery. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired at church door in aid of Alexander Scott's Hospital.

HARPER (Portgordon). Peacefully, at his home, in the loving care of his family, Patrick Joseph (Paddy), aged 83 years, beloved husband of the late Irene Green, loving and devoted dad, grandad and great-grandad, dear partner of Mandy, and friend to many. Funeral service at St. Peter's R.C. Church, Buckie, on Saturday 22nd January, at 11.00 am., interment thereafter in Buckie West Cemetery. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu if desired for local charities.

NASH (Turriff). Shirley Anne Nash sadly passed away on Sunday, 9th January, 2022, at Turriff Cottage Hospital. She was a beloved mother, sister, daughter and friend who will be sorely missed by all that had the privilege of knowing her. Shirley's family are overwhelmed and very touched by all the condolences they have received at this sad time. Funeral private at her own request.

NEISH (Buckie). At her home surrounded by her family on Monday, 3rd January, 2022, aft,er an illness bravely borne, Ann Smith, aged 69 years, dearly loved wife of Alan, much loved mam of Audrey, Alan, Maree and Kevin, dear mother-in-law, grandma, loving sister and sister-in-law. Funeral service at South and West Church, Buckie, on Friday, January 14, at 11.00am thereafter to Buckie New Cemetery. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only but donations if desired at church door for Cancer Research.

DOOLIN Isabella Agnes Martin, peacefully on 30th December, 2021, aged 77 years. Wife of the late Charles James Doolin, dearly loved mum of Julia, Melanie, Charles and the late Richard and Mark. Also grandma of Elan and Suraya. A funeral service will take place on Tuesday 18th January 2022 in Whitley Bay, North Tyneside. Enquiries c/o William Purves Funeral Directors, 40 Earsdon Road, Monkseaton, North Tyneside. Tel: 0191 252 3635

GARDEN (Macduff). Peacefully at Dounemount Care Home on Thursday, 16th December, 2021, Dora (Dot), nee Knowles, aged 95 years. Adored wife of the late Jimmy (formerly of Alexander George & Co), cherished mum of Anne and the late James, dear mother-in-law to Beth, loved grandma of Claire and Jill and Guider to many over the years. Funeral arrangements private.

LITTLEJOHN (Elgin). As the result of a road accident, George Philby, aged 82 years sadly died on Sunday 28th November, 2021, at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, much loved son of the late George and Ina Littlejohn a dear cousin and friend to many. Funeral service at Moray Crematorium on Thursday 23rd December at 2.30pm, to which all friends are respectfully invited. No flowers please. Donations if desired at a Crematorium door for Local charities.

NIVEN (Huntly). Peacefully at home after a sair fecht on Sunday, December 12, 2021, Wullie, aged 74 years, beloved husband of Eileen, loving stepdad to Diane, Shona and Paul, devoted granda to Kevin, Ryan, Claire, Lori, Ebony, Greg and Abby and much loved great granda. Funeral private at his own request.

JOHNSTONE In loving memory of Mary who died peacefully, but suddenly, at home, on Saturday, 27th November, 2021. A loving wife to Hugh, mother to Jim, sister to Ann and John and an aunt to Ian and Elaine. The family are aware of the array of personal connections that Mary has made throughout her life, but have decided to arrange a private funeral service, which will be held at Aberdeen Crematorium. Family flowers only please.

MOYES (Inverness). Peacefully at Culduthel Care Home, Inverness, on Monday, 29th November, 2021, Mary Maclean Moyes (Nicolson), aged 84 years, formerly of 77 Land Street, Keith. Beloved wife of the late Alistair Moyes, mum to Carol, Andrew, Stuart and Douglas, grandmother to Arianne, Reece, Arabella, Amelia, Cameron, Aiden, Rory, Brodie and Georgie, great-grandmother to Elsie, mother-in-law to David, Rhona and Vicki and loving sister to Joan, Phemy, Iain, Christine (Canada), Lena and Rene and the late Anne, Katie and Callum. Funeral service on Friday, 10th December, at 3.00pm, in the Funeral Home of William T Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. All welcome. Family flowers only. Donations invited for Cancer Research. The service can be viewed live at www.williamtfraserandson.co.uk/live-stream

McGREGOR Helen (Nellie), formerly of Scone and Buckie, passed away peacefully at Holmesview Care Home, Broxburn on Tuesday, 30th November, 2021, aged 93. Beloved wife of the late Bill, dearly loved mum of Brian and Fiona and a much loved grandma, great-grandma and mother in-law. Funeral service at Perth Crematorium on Wednesday, 15th December, at 2pm, to which all relatives and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please but donations if desired may be given to Alzheimer Scotland.

EMSLIE (David) Harry Emslie, passed away quite suddenly, at the age of 95, in Turriff Community Hospital, on Tuesday, 23rd November, 2021. He will be sadly missed by his son William, his daughter Margaret and her husband and children Mark, Martin and Mary. The funeral will take place at Perth Crematorium on Monday, 6th December, at 12.30 pm. No flowers please. If you would like to make a donation to Macmillan Cancer Support in memory of Harry the family would be most grateful.

EXELBY We are sad to announce the death of our dear mother, Anne, at the age of 88. She had spent 27 happy years at her home in Drumblade after moving from the South of England in 1993. She had recently moved to a care home in Fife near to one of her 5 daughters, and died peacefully after a short illness.

CARTER (Banff). Peacefully at Durnhythe Care Home, on Saturday, 13th November, 2021, Robert (Bob), aged 90 Years. Beloved husband of the late Margaret Killoh, a dear brother of Alyson and the late William, Andrew, James and David, a much loved uncle and a good friend to many. Funeral service to be held in A.D. Walker Rest Rooms on Wednesday, 24th November, at 3.30pm to which all friends are respectfully invited.

SANDISON (Cullen). Sadly at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, after a brave fight, on Tuesday, November 9, 2021, Michael (Mike) aged 67 years. Dearly loved husband of Linda nee Bruce, much loved and devoted dad of Adrian, Ruth, Abigail and the late Marc Elliot, dear father-in-law of Lee and Andy, proud and loving granda of Lucas and Liam, forever friend to Georgie-Girl. A dear friend of, and to, many. A thanksgiving service for the life of Mike, will be held at The Hall Church, York Place, Cullen, on Friday, November 19, at 11.00am, interment thereafter in Cullen and Deskford Cemetery. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please but donations in lieu if desired at the church door for UCAN and SANDS. At Mike's request, please wear casual clothing – No Black.

HAYES (Buckie). (Formerly of Inward Road, Buckpool). Peacefully at Wakefield House Care Home, Cullen, on Saturday, November 6, 2021, Mary Lowden Hayes (nee Booth) aged 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Jack Hayes. Much loved mam of John and Denise, loving mother-in-law, grandmother, great-nana, sister, sister-in-law, auntie, great-auntie and friend. Funeral service private. Family flowers only.

CATTO (Orton). Suddenly, on Sunday 31st October, 2021, James Duncan Catto, aged 64 years, dearly loved husband of Annona Shaw, devoted and much loved dad of Mhorag and Iain, dear father-in-law, grandpa, brother uncle and dear friend of many. Funeral service at Rothes Parish Church on Friday 12th November, at 1.30 pm, to which all friends are respectfully invited. Interment thereafter private. Family flowers only please but donations in lieu if desired at the church door for Scottish Wildlife Trust.

CHISHOLM (Buckie). Suddenly at home, on Sunday, October 10, 2021, Brian Douglas Chisholm aged 68 years. Much loved husband of Elizabeth, loving dad of Mark and Michael, cherished father-in-law of Louise and Claire and a special grandpa. Funeral service in Moray Crematorium on Friday, October 22, 2021 at 2.30pm to which all friends are respectfully invited. No flowers please, but donations in lieu, if so desired to Cystic Fibrosis Trust.

CLARIHEW (Castle Fraser/ Portgordon). Peacefully, at Garioch Care Home, Inverurie, on Friday, October 8, 2021, Catherine (nee Cormack), aged 84 years. Beloved wife of Ron, relict of the late William Burnett and a dear sister to John. Funeral private at her own request.

YOUNGSON (Whitehills/Longside). Peacefully at Roxburghe House on Wednesday, 22nd September, 2021. Margaret Youngson, (nee Ritchie), aged 77years. Beloved wife of Jimmy, much loved mother of James and dear mother-in-law to Nerina. She will be sadly missed by all family and friends. Due to restrictions, the service at the Church will be private, but those wishing to pay their last respects can do so as she leaves from Whitehills Parish Church on Wednesday, 6th October at approx 1.45pm, passing 23 Knock street at approx 1.50pm onto Boyndie Cemetery for 2pm. The interment at the Cemetery is open to those who wish to attend.