Death Notices

MILLER Peacefully, in Caithness General Hospital, Wick on Wednesday, 1st January, 2025, Archibald (Boy), much loved husband of Wilma, dearly loved dad, father-in-law, grandad and great-grandad. At Rest.

MEIKLEJOHN Suddenly, but peacefully, at home on Friday, 27th December, 2024, Sinclair (Clair), aged 89 years. Beloved husband of the late Jessie, loving dad to Sonja and Judith, father-in-law to Craig and Lindy, grandad to Sam and Josh, brother to Christine and great friend to many. Funeral service within Ormlie Lodge Service Rooms on Friday, 10th January at 11am; thereafter to Thurso Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations may be given at the service in aid of Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland.

OAG Margaret (nee Spence), aged 84 years, of Millbank Road, Thurso, passed away on Wednesday, 25th December, 2024, in Caithness General Hospital. Much loved aunt and great-aunt, who will be sadly missed. Sincere thanks to the staff of the Bignold Wing, for their care and compassion. Funeral service private at her own request.

DAVIDSON Suddenly, but peacefully, at A.R.I., on 27th December, 2024, Brian (Tattie), dearly loved son of Peggy and stepson of the late John Burke, dear brother of Billy, loving father of Paige, Kian, Ella, Ava and John, much loved and devoted partner of Claire Nichol and a dear nephew, uncle, cousin and friend to many. Funeral service within East Caithness Church of Scotland, Argyle Square, Wick, on Saturday, 11th January, 2025 at 11am, to which all friends are respectfully invited; thereafter to Wick Cemetery. Football tops may be worn. Family flowers only please or donations, if desired, may be made at the service for local charities.

RONALD Peacefully, after a long illness, in Dunbar Hospital on Wednesday, 25th December, 2024, Isabella (Ibbie), aged 77 years, of 55 Royal Terrace, Thurso. Beloved wife of Chris, a much loved mum of Natalie and the late Gilly, a loving granny to Duncan, Amy and Jennifer, great-granny to Aleyna and Esmae. Funeral service within Ormlie Lodge Service Rooms on Wednesday, 15th January. Service commencing at 11am; thereafter to Thurso Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Donations may be given at the service in aid of Dunbar Hospital and the Rosebank Ward, C.G.H.

ALLAN (Thurso). Peacefully, in Pentland View Nursing Home, on 22nd December, 2024, Robert Thomson Allan, MBE, aged 91 years, formerly of Croit Anna, Janetstown. Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth, dearly loved son of the late George and Mary Allan, a dear brother of Barbara, Georgina, Annie and the late William, Dan and George, a loving brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle, cousin and friend to many. Funeral service within St Peters and St Andrews Church, Thurso, on Wednesday, 8th January, service commencing at 11am; thereafter to Thurso Cemetery. All friends are respectfully invited. Flowers may be given or donations, if desired, in aid of Erskine.

CANAVAN Peacefully, in Raigmore Hospital, on 14th December, 2024, Karen, of 3A High Street, Thurso. Beloved wife of Gordon, much love mum of Heather and loving granny to Chelsea and Chanel. Dearly loved sister of Sandy and a dear sister-in-law, daughter-in-law, niece and auntie, loved by all. Funeral service within St Anne's Catholic Church, Thurso, on Friday, 3rd January, 2025, service commencing at 11am; thereafter to Thurso Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Flowers may be given at the service or donations, if desired, in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.

DORMAN Peacefully, after an illness, on 21st December, 2024, John, of Burach, Westend, Castletown. Beloved husband of Rona, a much loved dad, grandad, great-grandad and brother, a dear father-in-law, uncle and friend to many. Funeral service within Ormlie Lodge Service Rooms, Thurso, on Monday, 6th January, 2025, service commencing at 10am, to which all friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, may be given in aid of Pulmonary Fibrosis. Thereafter private cremation.

MCLEAN Joan, loving wife of Jimmy, mother of Lynnette and Alasdair, mother-in-law to Louise, granny to Caillen and Sorcha, passed peacefully, under the kind care of Pentland View Nursing Home, on Saturday, 21st December, 2024. Funeral service to be held within Thurso West Church on Tuesday, 31st December, service commencing at 10.30am; thereafter to Thurso Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only, donations to local charities.

CARLISLE Suddenly, in Caithness General Hospital, on 19th December, 2024, Valerie, of 51 Springpark Terrace, Thurso. Much loved mum of Lydia, a loving granny, great-granny and cousin of Susan. Funeral service within St Peters and St Andrews Church, Thurso, on Tuesday, 7th January, 2025, service commencing at 11am; thereafter to Thurso Cemetery. All friends respectfully. Donations, if desired, may be given in aid of Caithness Mental Health Support Group.

CANAVAN Peacefully, in Raigmore Hospital, on 14th December, 2024, Karen, of 3A High Street, Thurso. Beloved wife of Gordon, much love mum of Heather and loving granny to Chelsea and Chanel. Dearly loved sister of Sandy and a dear sister-in-law, daughter-in-law, niece and auntie, loved by all. Funeral service within St Anne's Catholic Church, Thurso, on Friday, 3rd January, 2025, service commencing at 11am; thereafter to Thurso Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Flowers may be given at the service or donations, if desired, in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.

MANSON (nee Mackay). Peacefully, in the Macmillan Ward, Balfour Hospital, Kirkwall, on Tuesday, 17th December, 2024, Isobel (Bella), aged 69 years, of 30 Burnside, Kirkwall and formerly of Halkirk. Deeply loved and missed by her partner Alan, much loved mum to Lynne and dear mother-in-law to Martin, loving granny to Ryan and Scott, cherished sister, sister-in-law, aunt, great-aunt and loyal friend to many. Greatly missed. Funeral service within John Corse Funeral Home, Kirkwall, on Monday, 6th January, 2025, commencing at 12pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, may be given in aid of the Macmillan Ward, Balfour Hospital, Kirkwall.

MCLEAN Joan, loving wife of Jimmy, mother of Lynnette and Alasdair, mother-in-law to Louise, granny to Caillen and Sorcha, passed peacefully, under the kind care of Pentland View Nursing Home, on Saturday, 21st December, 2024. Funeral service to be held within Thurso West Church on Tuesday, 31st December, service commencing at 10.30am, thereafter to Thurso Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only, donations to local charities.

MARSHALL Rocky. Suddenly, on 2nd December, 2024, aged 82 years. "A life well lived".

LONGMUIR (Thurso). With great sadness, we announce the passing of John William Mackay, who passed away peacefully, in Dunbar Hospital, Thurso on Friday, 13th December, 2024. John was a special friend of Judy, a brother to Alexander, Joan and the late Moir, a brother-in-law to Murdo and Linda, a dear uncle to Paul, Kevin, Andrew, Christopher, Ruth and great-uncle to Shannon, Ruby, Caelan, Thomas and Orin. John's funeral service will be held in Strathy Church of Scotland on Friday, 20th December, service commencing at 11am; thereafter to Strathy Cemetery. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given at the service in aid of Thurso Lifeboat and the British Red Cross.

MCEWAN Peacefully, in her home, on 12th December, 2024, Elaine (nee Fulton), beloved wife of Ross, much loved mum of Craig and Michael and a dearly loved sister of Jan and the late Al. Funeral service within Inverness Crematorium, on Monday, 23rd December, service commencing at 12 noon. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given in aid of My Name'5 Doddie Foundation.

GARDNER Peacefully, in Pentland View Care Home, on Tuesday, 10th December, 2024, Margaret (Mags), formerly of Badrinsary, Berriedale. Beloved wife of the late Alan Gardner, much loved mum, nan and great-nan. Funeral private at her own request.

SUTHERLAND Suddenly, in Pulteney House, Wick, on 9th December, 2024, Maureen (nee Mackenzie), beloved wife of the late Peter, much loved and cherished mum to Alison, dear mother of Lorraine and devoted mother-in-law of Alan. A much loved sister, aunt and friend to many. Funeral service within Ormlie Lodge Service Rooms, Thurso, on Thursday, 19th December, service commencing at 11am; thereafter to Thurso Cemetery. All family and friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only and donations, if desired, may be given at the service to Alzheimer Scotland and Cats Protection.

STOCKER (Castletown). Gerry passed away, peacefully, on 12th September, 2024, at Caithness General Hospital, following a short illness. A loving father to Joanne, Paul, Daniel and Charlotte, dear father-in-law to Niall and devoted grandfather to Joe, Louie, Molly, Lily, Leo and Ophelia. Family wish to thank staff of Rosebank Ward at Caithness General Hospital for their care and kindness.

SUTHERLAND We are sad to announce the passing of our dear and loving mum, Margaret Jane Sutherland (nee Cormack), on 29th November, at home surrounded by her loving family, after a short illness bravely borne. Cherished mum to James, Vanda, the late Pamela, Ramona and Darrin, loving mother-in-law, a devoted nana and great-nana. A good friend to many. Funeral service within St Peters and St Andrews Church of Scotland on Wednesday, 11th December, service commencing at 11am; thereafter to Thurso Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations may be given at the service in aid of the Caithness Toy Appeal.