Death Notices

PARKER - It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing on Tuesday, 28th November, 2023, of Samantha Louise Parker (Sammy), of Commercial Road, Poole and formerly Halkirk. Sammy was a much loved daughter and loving mum to her three boys. A dear granny, sister, auntie and friend. Following a private family service, any friends wishing to pay their last respects can do so on Thursday, 14th December, at 11.45am in Thurso Cemetery.

GIBSON - Suddenly but peacefully, at home, on 4th December 2023, John Gibson, aged 68 years, Golf View Terrace, Inverness, beloved partner of Linda, loving dad of Julia, also a dear grandad, brother and uncle. Will be sadly missed by family and friends. Funeral Ceremony on Monday, 18th December, 2023 at 2.00pm in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. No flowers please. Donations in memory of John towards Diabetes UK may be given at the door or on www.chisholmfunerals.co.uk where Inverness Crematorium livestream link is available.

MANSON - Peacefully, surrounded by his family in Caithness General Hospital, Wick, on Tuesday, 28th November, 2023, James Alexander, Calgarybeg, Strath Halladale. A dear brother, uncle and grand-uncle. Funeral service in Strath Halladale Hall at 11.00am on Friday, 8th December, thereafter to Bunahoun Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please.

GRANT - Peacefully, at Riverside House Care Home, Wick, on Wednesday, 29th November, 2023, Francis, beloved husband to Rena, much loved dad of Colin, Fiona and Wendy. A devoted grandad of Duncan, Amy and Lindsay and adored great-grandad. Dear father-in-law to Andrew, brother and friend to many. Funeral from Sinclair's Restrooms, Macarthur Street, Wick, on Wednesday, 6th December, commencing at 11.00am, thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to local charities. Collection at Restroom doors.

DIGBY-GRANT - Peacefully, on Sunday, 26th November, 2023, Beatrice Maureen, beloved wife of Cyril, cherished mother of Alison, Fiona and Elspeth, loving grandmother of Maryam, Michael, Matthew and Laura and great-grandmother of James, Eve, Isobel, Noa and Tillie. She will be missed more than words can say. Funeral private at her request.

DOUBLE - Andrew (Andy) was unexpectedly admitted to Caithness General Hospital, Wick, on 14th November, having suffered a stroke. Sadly, after a short period, under the close care of his family and hospital staff, he died peacefully on 25th November, 2023. Funeral service from Sinclair's Restrooms, Macarthur Street, Wick, on Thursday, 7th December commencing at 1.00pm. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to the local R.N.L.I.; collection at Restroom doors. Private cremation.

SMITH - We are deeply saddened to announce the death of Barbara Jean, on 21st November, 2023, aged 87 years. Wife of the late Arthur, mother to Julian, Stewart and Gaynor, a much-loved grandmother and great-grandmother; retired teacher, enthusiastic driver and supporter to many, she will be sorely missed. Funeral service within Ormlie Lodge Service Rooms, Thurso, on Wednesday, 6th December, service commencing at 11.00am, thereafter to Thurso Cemetery. All relatives and friends warmly invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to RNLI and Thurso Players.

CALDER - Peacefully, in Caithness General Hospital, on Saturday, 18th November, 2023, James (Jim) Sutherland Calder, aged 90 years. Beloved husband of Jean. Dear uncle to Susan, Richard and Judy. Funeral service within Church of Scotland, Dunnet, on Friday, 1st December, 2023, service commencing at 12 noon, thereafter to Corsback Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given at the service in aid of RNLI.

CALDER - Peacefully, in Caithness General Hospital, on Saturday, 18th November, 2023, James (Jim) Sutherland Calder, aged 90 years. Beloved husband of Jean and dear uncle to Susan, Richard and Judy. Funeral service within Church of Scotland, Dunnet, on Friday, 1st December, 2023, service commencing at 12 noon; thereafter to Corsback Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given at the service in aid of RNLI.

MACKAY - Peacefully, in his home, on Monday, 20th November, 2023, Alexander (Sags), in his 90th year, of 43 Shore Street, Thurso. Beloved husband of Elizabeth. Much loved dad to Colin and Moyra. Loving father-in-law, grandad, great-grandad and a dear friend. Funeral service within Thurso West Church, on Tuesday, 28th November, 2023, service commencing at 11am; thereafter to Thurso Cemetery, to which all friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given at the service in aid of RNLI and Diabetes UK.

GARDINER - Peacefully, in Pentland View Care Home, Thurso, on Friday, 17th November, 2023, Amanda, aged 84 years, formerly of 4 Castlegreen Court, Thurso. Beloved wife of the late William (Bill). Much loved mum to Julie and Trudi. A dear mother-in-law to Simon and Andrew. A loving Nannie to Christopher and Hannah. A dear sister, aunt, and friend. Funeral service within Ormlie Lodge Service Rooms, Thurso, on Monday, 11th December, service commencing at 11am; thereafter private cremation. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given at the service in aid of Alzheimer's Society.

RENNIE - Peacefully, in Pentland View Care Home, Thurso, on Saturday, 18th November, 2023, Kenneth James (Ken), aged 81 years (formerly of Beach Court). Beloved husband of the late Arlene, loving dad to Andrew and Graham, a much loved father-in-law to Terren, grandad and dear friend to many. Funeral service within Ormlie Lodge Service Rooms, Thurso, on Tuesday, 28th November, service commencing at 2pm; thereafter private cremation. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given at the service in aid of RNLI and 2nd Thurso Scouts.

MACKENZIE - Peacefully, in Caithness General Hospital, Wick, on Saturday, 18th November, 2023, James (Jim), beloved husband of the late Ina, loving dad of Maureen, John and the late Jeanette, much loved grandad and great-grandad, a dear brother, uncle, father-in-law and friend to many. A celebration of Jim's life will take place in Sinclair's Restrooms Macarthur Street, Wick, on Tuesday, 28th November, commencing at 1pm; thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to local charities. Collection at restroom doors.

JOHNSON - Peacefully, in Caithness General Hospital, on 17th November, 2023, Bob Johnson (welder) aged 86 years. Beloved husband of Marilyn, much loved dad of Nicola and Amanda. A dear father-in-law, grandad, great-grandad and friend to many. A long life well lived. Funeral service within Ormlie Lodge Service Rooms, Thurso, on Monday, 27th November, service commencing at 11am; thereafter to Thurso Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support and MS Society.

ANDERSON - (Lossiemouth). Suddenly, but peacefully, at her home, on Friday, 17th November, 2023, Nancy (Eyers), aged 76 years. Beloved wife of the late George, adored mum and granny and dear daughter of the late David and Patsy of Swiney Hill. Nancy's funeral service, to which all are welcome, will be held at 1.30pm, on Friday, 1st December, in St Gerardine's High Church, Lossiemouth; and thereafter to Lossiemouth Cemetery. Family flowers only please, donations to the British Heart Foundation can be made at the church door, if desired.

MACGREGOR - Peacefully, in the loving care of Moss Park Nursing Home, Fort William, Larry Hammy, aged 69 years. Son of the late George MacGregor and Mary Ann Mackay, loving father to Sarah, brother to Marlene, George, Dorothy, John, Peter, William and David and the late Andrew, Valerie, Derek, and Curtis, brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle and friend to many. Funeral service will be held within Thurso Cemetery on Friday, 24th November, service commencing at 11am. All friends are respectfully invited. Flowers or donations, if desired, are in aid of Moss Park Nursing Home.

SUTHERLAND (Overton, Mid-Clyth) - Suddenly but peacefully, on Saturday, 11th November, 2023, Jamesina (Avril née Nicolson), loving wife of Willie, dearly loved mum of Fiona and William, much loved granny of Ashley, Megan and Aidan. Funeral private at her own request.

MACKAY - Suddenly, in his home in Aberdeen, on Friday, 3rd November, 2023, Scotty, much loved son of Shirley and the late Malcolm, Burnside, Portskerra. Adored dad of Hollie and Ben, special brother to Kyla. A very dear brother-in-law, uncle, nephew, and cousin. A respected colleague and a good friend to many. A service to celebrate the life of Scotty, will be held within Ormlie Lodge Service Rooms, Thurso, on Tuesday, 21st November, service commencing at 12 noon, thereafter to Strathy Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given at the service in aid of Help for Heroes and Antrim Glen Cats Protection. Casual dress welcome.

CRAIGHEAD - Wendy Anne Craighead née Cormack, passed away unexpectedly at her family home in Huna, Caithness, aged 56 years, of Culduthel Mains Gardens, Inverness. Beloved daughter of Alistair and Anne Cormack, a devoted mother to Sean and his partner Lin and an adoring granny to Clyde, Skye and Kyle. Wendy was also a loving sister to Alan, Dawn and the late Alison, sister-in-law to Lynne and a cherished aunt, great-aunt, niece and friend to many, especially her best friend Mandy. Funeral service will be held within Canisbay Church on Wednesday, 22nd November, service commencing at 1.00pm, thereafter to Canisbay Cemetery. All friends are respectfully invited. Flowers welcome or donations, if desired, are in aid of Multiple Sclerosis. Wendy's love and warmth will forever remain in our hearts.

MACPHEE - Peacefully at home, on Thursday, 9th November, 2023, Donald (Mochy), loving father to Lorna, Paul and the late Donna and Hendry. A dear grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend of many. Funeral service from Sinclair's Restrooms, Macarthur Street, Wick, on Monday, 20th November, service commencing at 11.45am, thereafter to Olrig Cemetery, Castletown. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to local Macmillan nurses.