Family Notices


 

Peacefully at home `Achlona` Main Street Lybster, surrounded by his family on Thursday 9th May 2024, Fred, much loved husband to Jean, dear dad to James and friend to many. Private Cremation.

Peacefully on 6th May in Town and County Hospital, Wick. After a short illness Andrew Douglas (Dougie) cherished partner of Elma, dear father of James and loving brother of David, Jenny, Marlynn and the late Evelyn, dear brother-in-law, uncle and grandad. A celebration of Dougie’s life will take place in Sinclair’s Restrooms, Macarthur Street Wick on Thursday 16th May commencing at 11am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Town and County Hospital. Collection at restroom doors.

Peacefully on Saturday 27th April 2024 in ICU Inverness. Megan aged 23, beloved daughter of Lorraine much loved sister to Ross adored grand-daughter to James and the late Janis. A celebration of Megan’s life will take place at Sinclair’s Restrooms, MacArther Street Wick on Thursday 9th May commencing at 11am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donation’s if desired in aid of Diabetes (local). Collection at Restroom doors.

Peacefully at Riverside Nursing Home on Tuesday 30th 2024, Lena (aged 91) formerly of Freswick and 59 Dunnett Avenue, Wick. Dearly loved wife of the late William Robertson, a much loved Mum, very special Stepmum, Nana and friend. Funeral from Sinclair’s Restrooms, Macarthur Street Wick on Wednesday 8th May 2024 commencing at 1pm thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired may be given in aid of locals charities.

Peacefully at Caithness General Hospital Wick on Sunday 21st April 2024, Elsie Mowat (nee Steven), beloved wife of the late John, loving mam to Don and Steven, dear mother-in-law to Vivienne and devoted nana to Jamie and Daniel. A much loved sister to Billy and Frank and friend to many. Funeral from Church of Scotland Canisbay on Friday 3rd May service commencing at 1pm thereafter to Canisbay Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Local Charities. Collection at Church doors.

Peacefully at Caithness General Hospital on Tuesday 23rd April 2024, Elizabeth (nee Mackay), aged 88, of Breadalbane Terrace, Wick, formerly of East Greenland and Dundee. Dearly loved wife of the late John, and much-loved mum of John, Sandy, Isobel and Sarah. A very dear sister, aunt, and friend to many. Funeral service on Thursday 2nd May at Castletown Free Church, commencing at 12pm, thereafter to Olrig Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, may be given in aid of local charities. Collection at church doors.

Peacefully at home on Friday 19th April 2024, Joyce (nee Swanson), beloved mum of Mark and Melanie, dear sister of Annette, devoted nanny and great-nanny. A celebration of Joyce’s life will take place in Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Friday 26th April at 1pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to P.P.P. Pensioners Lunch Fund. Collection at restroom doors.

Peacefully at home 15 Portormin Road, Dunbeath on 21st March 2024.
Beloved wife of the late James MacDonald and much loved Mum of Iona
and Heather.

Private funeral at her own request.

Peacefully at Seaview House Care Home Wick on Sunday 14th April 2024, James, a loving husband to Helen, a devoted father to Mandy, Kevin and Lynne, father-in-law to Derek and a much loved grandad and great-grandad. Funeral from Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Thursday 18th April commencing at 11am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired may be given in aid of Seaview House Care Home Residents Fund. Collection at restroom doors.

Peacefully at the home of his sister Margaret, surrounded by his nearest and dearest, David Miller Gunn Booth, dearly loved twin brother of John, brother of George, Donald and Margaret. A dearly loved and much missed uncle and grand-uncle. A celebration of David’s life will take place in Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Monday 15th April at 11am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu to Wick Paths Group. Collection at restroom doors.

Peacefully at his home 34 Murchison Street Wick on Monday 1st April 2024, Thomas (Tom), much loved dad of Tracy, Tanya and Maryanne, partner of Lynette. Doting grandad, uncle and friend to many. Funeral from Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Monday 8th April service commencing at 11am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Macmillan Nurses (local). Collection at restroom doors.

Passed away peacefully at Castlehill Care Home Inverness on the 28th of March
2024, Jean Gunn (aged 84), formerly of Bridgend, Dunbeath. Wife of the late
Alistair Gunn, mum to Stevie, Angela and the late Ian. A caring granny & great-
granny. Funeral from Berriedale Church on Wednesday 10 th April service
commencing at 11am thereafter to Berriedale Cemetery. All friends respectfully
invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Alzheimer's
Society. Collection at church doors.

With great sadness, suddenly on Tuesday 26th March 2024, Harry William Christie Leith of 4 Whitehouse Park, adored husband to Yvonne, a dear brother, dad, grandad, great-grandad and a great friend to many. A celebration of Harry’s life will be held in Sinclair’s restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Friday 5th April 2024 commencing at 11am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Caithness Heart Support Group and KWK9 Rescue. Collection at Restroom doors.

Peacefully in Seaview Nursing Home on Saturday 23rd March 2024, with her loving daughters by her side, Annie (Bremner) formerly of 65 Argyle Square, Wick beloved wife of the late George, cherished mum of Avril and Lynne, dear mother-in-law of David and Alan, adored and loving granny of Erin, Kyle, Shaun, much loved great-granny of Scott, a dear sister, auntie and friend to many. Funeral from St. Fergus Church Wick on Wednesday 3rd April commencing at 11am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired may be given in aid of Seaview House Care Home Residents Fund. Collection at church doors. Sadly missed by all.

Alan Richard Scott died peacefully in Caithness General Hospital on Sunday 3rd March aged 82. Much loved husband of Kate, father to Simon and Darren and father-in-law to Helen and Penny. Friends invited to the service at Canisbay Parish Church on Thursday 14th March at 11 am. Family flowers only please but memorial donations may be made in Alan’s name to the RNLI or Scottish SPCA.

We are heartbroken as a family to announce the peaceful passing of Sandy Sutherland, Bain Place, Watten in the Rosebank Wing on Wednesday 13th March with his loving family by his side. Beloved husband of Mary (nee McAllan), much loved and cherished dad of Audrey and Sandra, father-in-law to Alan and Neil. Adored ‘Gag’ of Graeme, Kayleigh, Natalie, Kyle, Ben, Holly, Evie and baby Zach. A friend to many who loved getting the craic. Funeral from Watten Church on Thursday 21st March commencing at 11am thereafter to Watten Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired for local charities. Collection at church doors.

Peacefully at Riverside Care Home Wick on Monday 4th March 2024, Lillias
(nee Eyers) beloved wife of the late Allan Budge, much loved mum of Allison
and the late Allan Jnr, devoted granny of Scot, mother-in-law of Sandy, a dear
sister, sister-in-law, aunt, great aunt, friend and neighbour. The private funeral at
Lillias’s own request took place at Wick on Saturday 9th March 2024.

Peacefully at Pulteney House, Wick on Sunday, 3rd March, 2024, Elizabeth Margaret Murray Sutherland, (nee MacBeath), (Elret), formerly of Marrel, Helmsdale. Beloved wife of the late Thomas Sutherland, (Tommy the post), dear mother of William and Elspeth, a proud granny and great-granny. Funeral service to be held at Church of Scotland , Helmsdale on Tuesday 12th March commencing at 12 noon thereafter to Bunillidh Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but donations if desired in lieu to Pulteney House Amenities Fund. Collection at church doors.

Suddenly at home on Saturday 17th February 2024, Peter Harper Wright, dear dad, brother, uncle and friend to many. Funeral from Sinclair’s restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Friday 8th March commencing at 11am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to local Charities. Collection at restroom doors.

Peacefully at Caithness General Hospital Wick on Friday 23rd February 2024, Ann, (nee Weale), Granton, Quarryside, Murkle, beloved wife of Billy, much loved mum of Harry, Calvin, Andrew and Lee, dear mother-in-law, granny, great-granny and friend to many. Funeral from St. Peter’s and St. Andrew’s Church Thurso on Tuesday 5th March commencing at 11am thereafter to Reay Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to St. Peter’s and St. Andrew’s Church. Collection at church doors.

Peacefully at Pentland View Care Home Thurso on Thursday 22nd February 2024, George, beloved son of the late James and Lena, loving brother to Helen and the late Kenneth, brother-in-law to Raymond and much loved uncle and great-uncle. A celebration of Georges life will be held in Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur street Wick on Friday 1st March commencing at 11am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Pentland View Comfort fund. Collection at restroom doors.

Peacefully at home on Monday 19th February 2024, Alexanderina (Rena), beloved wife of the late Francis, much loved mum of Colin, Fiona and Wendy. A devoted grandmother of Duncan, Amy and Lindsay and adored Great-mother. Dear mother-in-law to Andrew, sister and friend to many. Funeral from Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Tuesday 27th February commencing at 11am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Local Charities. Collection at restroom doors.

Suddenly on Wednesday 14th February 2024, Nicole, beloved daughter of Kayrn, much loved sister to Kaylah, Steven, Troy, adored granddaughter of Walter, Johan, Kenny, Carole, niece to Sheree and a friend to many. A celebration of Nicole’s life will take place in Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Monday 26th February commencing at 11am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to I.C.U. Inverness. Collection at Restroom Doors.

Peacefully in Raigmore Hospital Inverness on Thursday 15th February 2024, Margaret, (Helen nee Carter), beloved wife of Hamish, loving mum of Donna and Hamish, much adored grandma and great-grandma. A dear sister and friend to many. Funeral from Church of Scotland Keiss on Friday 23rd February commencing at 11.45am thereafter to Keiss Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, Donations if desired in lieu to Myasthenia Gravis. Collection at church doors.

Suddenly but peacefully in Caithness General Hospital Wick on Wednesday 7th February 2024, surrounded by his family, Alexander (Sandy aged 82 years), beloved husband of 60 years to Kathleen, cherished father to Raymond and Brian, father-in-law to Sharon and Tracy, adored grandad and great-grandad.
A friend to many. Funeral from Pulteneytown Parish Church on Tuesday 13th February service commencing at 12 noon. All friends respectfully invited. No flowers please, donations if desired to The Laurandy Centre. Collection at Church doors. Private Cremation.

Peacefully at Dunbar Hospital Thurso on Thursday 1st February 2024, Jacqueline, (Jackie nee Russell), loving mum of Andrew and Kayleigh, granny to Matthew, dear sister, sister-in-law, auntie and friend to many. A celebration of Jackie’s life will be held in Sinclair’s restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Thursday 8th February 2024 commencing at 11am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Dunbar Hospital. Collection at Restroom doors. Private Cremation.

Peacefully at home `Millbrook` Papigoe, on Friday 26th January 2024, surrounded by his loving parents and best friends, Gary (aged 54 years), adored son of Clive and Brenda, much loved nephew and cousin. Funeral from Sinclair’s Restroom Macarthur Street Wick on Saturday 3rd February service commencing at 11am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Cancer Research. Collection at Restroom Doors.

Peacefully at home on 26th January, 2024, after a long battle with multiple sclerosis. Christine Macdonald (Teanie) passed with her family at her side beloved wife of Ian and much loved mum of Tracy and James. Graveside service to take place at Watten Cemetery on Friday 2nd February commencing at 1pm. All friends respectfully invited, family flowers only please.

Suddenly but peacefully on Saturday 20th January 2024, Ronald (Ronnie, Head Steward Seaforth Club Wick aged 57 years), youngest son of the late Hugh and Mary Simpson. Dear brother of David, Alan, and Hugh. Much loved uncle, great-uncle, brother-in-law and friend to many. Sadly missed. Funeral from Pulteneytown Parish Church on Saturday 27th January service commencing at 11am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to R.N.L.I. (Local Branch). Collection at Church doors.

Peacefully at Seaview House Care Home on Wednesday 17th January 2024. John dearly beloved husband of the late Isabel. Much loved dad of Iain, Colin and Fiona and their partners Mary, Trish and Alan and very proud grandad of Lorna, Rebecca and Cameron. He will be sadly missed but remembered with love and affection. Funeral service from Sinclair’s Restrooms, MacArthur Street, Wick on Tuesday 30th January commencing at 12pm. All family and friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to RNLI. collection at Restroom doors. Private cremation.

Peacefully at Caithness General Hospital Wick on Monday 1st January 2024, Chrisbel, known as Chris, (nee Munro), 33 Green Road, Wick, beloved wife of the late John, dear mother of Laura, Nigel and John. Funeral service in Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Friday 19th January service commencing at 1pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired in lieu to KWK9 Rescue. Collection at restroom doors. Private Cremation.

Peacefully at Town and County Hospital Wick on Friday 5th January 2024 with his wife by his side, James (Jimmy), 16 Murchison Street Wick, beloved husband to Fiona, loving father to Andrew, Tracy, the late Gemma and Fiona, loving grandad, brother, father-in-law and friend to many. Funeral will be held at Sinclair’s restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Tuesday 16th January at 11am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donation’s in lieu for local charities. Collection at restroom doors.

Peacefully in Caithness General Hospital, Wick on Saturday 6th January 2024. James, (Durr), dearly loved husband to Olive, loving father to Brenda and Jamie, much loved father-in-law, grandad and great grandad.
Funeral from Sinclair’s restrooms Macarthur Street, Wick on Saturday 13th January commencing at 11am thereafter to Wick cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu for Dementia Scotland. Collection at restroom doors.

Peacefully at her home on Tuesday 26th December 2023, Sheila (nee Stubbings), beloved wife of Hugh, Loving mum of Lorna, Evelyn, John and the late Stephen. A dear sister, nana, great-nana and friend to many. A celebration of Sheila’s life will be held in Sinclair’s restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Tuesday 9th January 2024 commencing at 11am. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Caithness Heart Support Group. Collection at Restroom doors. Private Cremation.

Peacefully in Caithness General Hospital Wick on Sunday 24th December 2023, Hazel (nee Adams), dearly loved wife of the late Harold, (retired chemist), 3 Kenneth Street Wick, loving mum to Kevin, Judy and Philip, much loved nana and mother-in-law. Funeral service from Sinclair’s Restrooms, Macarthur Street Wick on Monday 8th January 2024, commencing at 11am thereafter to Wick Old Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Local Charities. Collection at Restroom doors.

Peacefully, at home at 30 Lindsay Drive Wick on Tuesday 26th December 2023, Alexander (Ali) Nicolson, aged 79 years. Much loved dad of Louise and Graeme, dear brother of Robert and a devoted grandad to Logan. Funeral private.

Peacefully at Keepers Cottage, Tannach on 23rd December 2023, David aged 86 years, dearly loved and devoted husband to Anne. Much loved dad of Isabel and Johnny, father-in-law to Charlie, adored grandad to Louise and Amy and their partners Andrew and Graeme, great-grandad to Jack and Lucy. Beloved brother of Peter, Marion and the late George and dear uncle who will be missed by all. Private Cremation.

Peacefully in the care of Seaview House Care Home Wick on Monday 18th December 2023, Stanley William, aged 80 years, with his wife by his side. Beloved husband of Jackie, dear brother of Susan, brother-in-law of Stephen and uncle to Tom. A celebration of Stanley’s life will be held in Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Friday 29th December at 11am. Cremation will take place on Thursday 4th January 2024 at 12 noon. All friends respectfully invited. Donations if desired in lieu to Seaview House Care Home Residents Fund. Collection at Restroom doors.

Suddenly but peacefully in Caithness General Hospital Wick on Thursday 21st December 2023, Anne Dunnett CVO, long time friend of Babs, and much loved Aunt. A friend to many. Funeral from Pulteneytown Parish Church on Thursday 28th December service commencing at 11am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Thurso Boys Brigade and Wick Heritage Society. Collection at Church doors.

Suddenly on Thursday 14th December 2023, Jane Henderson (nee Dunbar), beloved wife of the late Jock, much loved mum of Linda, Valerie, Sandra, Mandy and the late William. A loving sister, nana, great gran and mother-in-law. Funeral from Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Friday 22nd December commencing at 11am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired in lieu to Diabetes UK. (local). Collection at restroom doors.

Peacefully in Raigmore Hospital Inverness on Wednesday 5th December 2023, George Logan,(Wraxer), dear dad of William and Danny. A much loved brother, uncle and papa. A celebration of George’s life will take place in Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Thursday 14th December commencing at 11am thereafter cremation will take place on Friday 15th December at 11am in Inverness Crematorium. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired in lieu to Caithness Toy Appeal. Collection at restroom doors.

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 11am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Local Charities. Collection at restroom doors.

Andrew (Andy) on the 14th of November was unexpectedly admitted to Caithness General Hospital Wick having suffered a stroke, Sadly after a short period under the close care of his family and hospital staff he died peacefully on the 25th of November 2023. Funeral service from Sinclair restrooms, Macarthur Street Wick on Thursday 7th December commencing at 1pm. All friends are respectfully invited, Family flowers only please. Donations if desired in lieu to the RNLI (local). Collection at restroom doors. Private cremation.

Peacefully at his home 23 Glamis Road Wick on Saturday 25th November 2023, Hugh, much loved dad of Garry and Alastair, a dear brother and uncle. Funeral from Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Friday 1st December commencing at 1pm thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully .Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Macmillan Nurses (local). Collection at restroom doors.

Suddenly but peacefully in Caithness General Hospital on Monday 20th November 2023, Jennifer (nee Maclean) Beloved wife to William, Cherished mum of Karen and Emma, loving Nana of Erin, Aidan and Elena and a dear friend to many. Funeral from Sinclair’s Restrooms on Wednesday 29th November commencing at 1pm thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Macmillan Nurses and District Nurses (local). Collection at Restroom doors.

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.

Peacefully in Riverside House on Saturday 11th November 2023, Andrew Dunnet, beloved husband of Gloria, much loved dad of Alexander, Keith and Gordon, dear grandad of Jodie, Gemma, Andrew, Jasmine and Struan, brother to Moira, Julie, Evelyn, Susan and Jill. At Rest.

(Overton Mid-Clyth)
Suddenly but peacefully on Saturday 11th November 2023, Jamesina (Avril nee 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.

Peacefully in Town & County Hospital Wick on Sunday 5th November 2023, Donald (Donnie), beloved husband to Anna, loving dad to Anne, Helen and Danny, dear grandad, brother, uncle and father-in-law and friend to many. Funeral private at his own request.

Suddenly at her home in Wick on Thursday 26th October 2023, Evelyn Louise Miller ( Ebby) aged 67. Devoted daughter to the late David and Louisa Bain and beloved wife of the late Donald Miller. Loving sister to Dougie, David, Jenny and Marlynn, Cherished sister-in-law, Aunty, great Aunty, god mother and a dear friend to many.
Funeral from Sinclair rest rooms MacArthur Street Wick on Tuesday 7th November at 11:45am, thereafter to Wick cemetery. All friends respectively invited, family flowers only please. Donations in lieu,if desired, may be given in aid of League of Friends Caithness General Hospital Wick, collection at restroom doors.

Peacefully in Town & County Hospital Wick on Saturday 28th October 2023, Donald (Donnie), beloved husband of the late Marion, dear dad of Peter, Kevin and the late Alan, loving grandad, brother, uncle, father-in-law and friend to many.
Funeral from Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Friday 3rd November service commencing at 11.45am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to local charities. Collection at restroom doors.

Peacefully after a short illness on Saturday 21st October 2023, Wilma (aged 84 years), beloved wife of Chris, cherished mother of Lenka and the late Calvin, loving granny of Jake and Mia, adored great-granny to Levi, mother-in-law to Simon, dear sister-in-law to Mick and Beryl, a dear sister, aunt and friend to many, very sadly missed. Funeral from Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Friday 27th October service commencing at 11.45am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Caithness Heart Support Group. Collection at restroom doors. Rest in peace.

Suddenly at his home on Monday 9th October 2023, Geoffrey, beloved son of Kathleen and the late Charlie, a loving dad of Catherine and Jade, partner of Sarahmary, dear brother, uncle, granda, father-in-law and brother-in-law. Funeral service in Sinclair’s Restrooms on Thursday 19th October service commencing at 11.45am. Cremation will take place in Inverness Crematorium on Friday 20th October at 2pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired in lieu to Caithness Heart Support Group. Collection at both services.

Suddenly at his home, Tjaldur, Gerston, Halkirk on Tuesday 19th September 2023, George, son of the late Major George Green and Isobel (nee Myron), brother of Patrick. An interment of his ashes will take place at Canisbay Cemetery on Tuesday 17th October at 2.30pm. All friends respectfully invited

Suddenly but peacefully on Sunday 8th October 2023 in Caithness General Hospital, after a short illness, Johan (Nancy) nee Bremner, aged 86 years of Willowbank, Wick. Beloved wife of the late David George and loving devoted dear mum to Brian, cherished mother-in-law to Elizabeth, loving nanna to Adam and Steven, adored great nanna to Ayla, Ollie, Owyn and Evie. Also a dear cousin and friend to many. Funeral from Sinclair’s Rest Rooms, MacArthur Street, Wick, on Saturday 14th October 2023, service commencing at 11.45am, thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectively invited. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, may be given in aid of a local charity. Collection at restroom doors.

Peacefully at her home 26 Upper Dunbar Street Wick on Tuesday 26th September 2023, Janet (Jenny nee Henry), beloved wife of Phineas, loving mum of Patricia and Phineas. mother-in-law to Alex, granny to Rowan and Holly. Funeral from Salvation Army hall on Friday 6th October service commencing at 11.45am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Caithness Heart Support Group. Collection at hall doors .

Suddenly but peacefully in Caithness General Hospital Wick on Friday 1st September 2023, Emma (nee Mcphee), beloved wife of William, loving mum of Claire, devoted granny of Cayden and much loved sister. Private cremation at her own request.

Peacefully in Highland Hospice Inverness on Tuesday 26th September 2023, Annie, doting wife of Derek, beloved mother of Pamela and adored granny of Lucas and Oliver. A dear sister and friend to many. Funeral from Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Monday 2nd October service commencing at 1.45pm thereafter to Latheron Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Macmillan Nurses (local). Collection at restroom doors. Family have requested if those attending could wear a small item of green.

Peacefully in Caithness General Hospital Wick on Thursday 7th September 2023 Chris Gallacher loving husband of Sheila sadly passed away.
Funeral will be held at Inverness Crematorium on Wednesday 27th September at 2pm all friends and family respectively welcome.
No flowers please, donations if desired in leu of Heart Support Group.

Surrounded by the love of her family in Pulteney House on Tuesday 5th September 2023, Irene (nee Carter), retired Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Caithness, beloved wife of the late John T Mackay (butcher) and loving mam of Sandy, Douglas, Morag, Andrew, Rhona and Joanna. Devoted granny, mother-in-law and friend to many. Funeral service from Church of Scotland Keiss on Tuesday 12th September commencing at 11am, thereafter to Keiss Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Pulteney House and Laurandy Centre. Collection at church door.

Peacefully in Seaview House Care Home on Wednesday 30th August 2023, Alistair, (Garage and Tyre Centre and AMS Motorcycles), much loved husband of Moira (nee Douglas), proud dad of Marc and Paul, father-in-law to Rachel and Shonaid, grandad to Kieran, brother, uncle, cousin and friend to many. A celebration of Alistair’s life will be held in Sinclair’s Restrooms, Macarthur Street Wick on Saturday 9th September commencing at 11.45am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Seaview House Residents Fund. Collection at restroom doors.

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Suddenly but peacefully in Caithness General Hospital Wick on Tuesday 29th August 2023, William, (Billy), beloved husband of the late Anne, much loved dad of Brian, Wendy and the late Carol. Devoted grandad to Jordan and Murren. Brother-in-law, uncle , cousin and friend to many. Funeral from Sinclair’s Restrooms, Macarthur Street Wick on Thursday 7th September commencing at 11.45am thereafter to Thrumster Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to diabetes UK. Collection at restroom doors.

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Peacefully at New Craigs Inverness on Friday 25th August 2023, Susan (nee Barnie), beloved wife of Alfred, loving mum of Andrew and Fiona, devoted granny, sister and aunty. Private cremation.

Peacefully at home on Tuesday 22nd August 2023, Dr Maurice Robert Pearson (aged 82 years) retired G.P. Wick Medical Practice, much loved and treasured husband of Eileen, loving father to Neil, Ross, Ewen, Beth and Lorn, brother, father-in-law and loving stepfather to Mary. A proud papa and grandad to his 10 grandchildren. A celebration of his life will take place in Inverness Crematorium on Wednesday 30thAugust commencing at 10am. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Blood Cancer UK. Collection at Crematorium doors. Sadly missed.

Sadly but peacefully after a battle with Leukaemia, at home in Watten with family on Friday 11th August 2023, Ivor (aged 83 years), loving husband to Fiona and the late Phyliss. Father of Ivor and his partner Isabel, grandfather of Claire, Emily and the late James, great grandfather of Mason and Aalin. At his request private cremation, anyone wishing to donate in memory of Ivor do so to Highland and Islands Blood Bikes.

Peacefully at Caithness General Hospital Wick on 8th August 2023, Eric Reid, Loving partner of Christine Penney, Good friend to many, Funeral service from Sinclair’s Rest Rooms Macarthur Street Wick on Friday 18th August service commencing at 1.45pm thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Local Charities. Collection at Restroom doors.

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Peacefully at home on 31st July 2023, Jane (nee Wallace) beloved wife of the late Donald, much loved mum of Evelyn and Audrey, mother-in-law to Leslie and Sandy. Adoring nana of Donna, Jamie and Ailsa and her great grandchildren Alfie, Ayla, Nessa, Eleni and Mila. Funeral service will be held in Pulteneytown Parish Church Wick on Monday 14th August service commencing at 11.45am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Caithness Heart Support Group. Collection at church doors.

Suddenly at Caithness General Hospital Wick on Thursday 27th July 2023, David, beloved husband of Jean (nee Sutherland), loving dad of Jane, Karen, Geraldine and the late David and Jennifer, much adored grandad and great-grandad. Funeral service will be held in Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Monday 31st July service commencing at 1.45pm thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Caithness Heart Support Group. Collection at Restroom doors.

Suddenly at Raigmore Hospital Inverness on Thursday 20th July 2023, John, (retired Ambulance driver), loving husband of Donalda, dear father of Norman and Derek, much loved grandpa of five grandsons and brother to Margaret. Funeral service from Pulteneytown Parish Church Wick on Thursday 26th July service commencing at 1.45pm thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited, family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to A&E Caithness General Hospital, ICU Raigmore Hospital and local Ambulance Service. Collection at Church doors.

Peacefully in Town and County Hospital Wick on Thursday 20th July 2023, Alexander, (Ally) beloved husband of the late Lorna (nee Jack), dear dad of Joyce, Patricia and Gordon, much loved grandad, great-grandad, father-in-law a loving brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral service from Sinclair’s restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Wednesday 26th July commencing at 11.45am thereafter to Wick cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Town & County Hospital. Collection at restroom doors.

Peacefully after a short illness at Caithness General Hospital Wick on Saturday 15th July 2023. Jean, wife of the late Sidney (Sid), loving mum of Angela and David, much loved mother-in-law, granny and great-granny. A celebration of her life will be held in Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Thursday 20th July service commencing at 11.45am thereafter to Latheron Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to local charities. Collection at Restroom doors.

Tragically in Caithness General Hospital Wick on Monday 10thJuly 2023, Decker, beloved son of Desmond and Barbara, dear brother of Valinda, loving dad of Isla and Amy, a dear uncle and a friend to many. A celebration of Decker’s life will be held in Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Monday 17th July commencing at 1.45pm thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Rosebank Wing of Hospital. Collection at restroom doors.

Suddenly but peacefully in Caithness General Hospital Wick on Sunday 9th July 2023, William loving husband of Rosemarie, much loved father, brother and grandfather. Funeral from Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Thursday 13th July service commencing at 1.45pm thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to RNLI (local). Collection at restroom doors.

Peacefully at Raigmore Hospital Inverness on Friday 30th June 2023. Roderick, much loved husband of Kathleen, loving dad of Roderick Jnr and William, dear father-in-law, grandfather and brother. A celebration of his life will be held in Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Tuesday 11th July service commencing at 1.45pm thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to local charities. Collection at Restroom doors.

Peacefully at home, West Banks House, Wick, on Wednesday, 21st June, 2023, after a short illness, Barbara (Babs) Sandison, aged 89 years. Beloved wife of the late Donald, much loved mum to David, dear mother-in-law to Helen and doting granny to Cormac and Jack, sister to William and much loved auntie. Funeral from Pulteneytown Parish Church, Wick, on Tuesday, 27th June, service commencing at 1.45pm, thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only. Collection for Laurandy Centre.

Peacefully in Dunbar Hospital Thurso on 7th June 2023, Gordon much loved brother of the late Alison and Brian. A loving uncle, great-uncle and great-great-uncle and friend to many. Funeral from Sinclair’s Restroom Macarthur Street Wick on Wednesday 14th June service commencing at 1.45pm thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to local Charities. Collection at Restroom doors.

Peacefully at Caithness General Hospital Wick on Tuesday 6th June 2023. Stanley, loving partner of the late Janis Sutherland. Much loved son of Catherine, father to Chris and Michael, dear brother of Lynda and the late David, loving uncle and grandad. Funeral from Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Wednesday 21st June commencing at 1.45pmthereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to RNLI (local branch).

Peacefully at Seaview Nursing Home, Wick on Monday 29thMay 2023, Vera (nee Johnson) aged 92 dear wife of the late Adam Scott, loving mother to Adam, Jamie and the late Alison, much loved granny and great granny. Private cremation.

Peacefully in Caithness General Hospital Wick on Sunday 28th May 2023, Jessie, (Nettie), beloved wife of the late William. Funeral from Pulteneytown Parish Church on Friday 2nd June service commencing at 11.45am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited.

Peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on 24th May 2023. Evelyn (nee Sutherland), much loved wife of Charlie and a loving mother, grandmother and sister. A celebration of Evelyn’s life will take place in Sinclair’s Restrooms, Macarthur Street Wick on Tuesday 30th May commencing at 11.45am. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Macmillan Nurses. Private Cremation.

Peacefully in Aberdeen Royal Infirmary on Wednesday 17th May 2023 Wendy Dunnett Alexander, nee Miller, (Lollipop Lady), 30 Leishman Avenue Wick, beloved wife of the late John McAllister Alexander, much loved mother to Lisa, Maree, John, and the late Kate, A dear nana to, Kayleigh, Jack, Marc, Kieran, Logan, Tyler. Funeral service from Sinclairs restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Saturday 27th May commencing at 11.45am thereafter to Wick cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to local charities.

Suddenly but peacefully in Caithness General Hospital Wick on Saturday 29th April 2023, George Gunn (Angler), youngest of four sons of the late Hugh and Jessie Gunn, beloved partner of the late Catherine Manson, dear uncle of Johnnie and Colin. A friend to many. Funeral from Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Wednesday 10th May at 11.45am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to local charities. Collection at restroom doors.

Peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Friday 21st April 2023. Maureen (nee McLean), former Matron of Pulteney House and Riverside Nursing Home, much loved wife of Gordon and loving mum of Kevin and the late Catriona. A dear sister to Ellen, Ian, Marjorie and the late Andrew and devoted granny to Mhairi, Sophie, Eilidh. Great-granny to Everly, Jackson and Miley. A dear friend to many. Funeral service from St Fergus Church Wick on Tuesday 2ndMay commencing at 11.45am thereafter cremation to take place in Inverness Crematorium on Wednesday 3rd May commencing at 1pm. All friends respectfully invited to both services. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired in lieu to Community District Nurses and Macmillan Nurses. Collection at both services.

Peacefully in Caithness General Hospital Wick on Sunday 16th April 2023, Margaret (nee Gunn), wife, mum, granny and friend. Much loved and will be sadly missed. Private funeral at her own request.

Suddenly but peacefully on Monday 3rd April 2023 at Caithness General Hospital, Wick, Ramsay Mackay of 28 Pennyland Drive, Thurso aged 79 years. Beloved husband of the late Sandra, dearly loved dad of Ann, David and Aly, adored grandad of Jaime, Kirsty, Freya, Ross and Callum, much loved father-in-law of Neil, Jodene and Kerry, fondly remembered by extended family and friends. Funeral service in Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Thursday 6th April at 10:30am, thereafter, to Wick Cemetery. All family and friends respectfully welcome. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, are welcome at the door in aid of the Fisherman’s Mission, Scrabster.

Peacefully surrounded by his family in Caithness General Hospital Wick on Saturday 1st April 2023, John, (Ian) aged 82years, of Whitebridge Cottage, Newton Road Wick, beloved husband of Janice, much loved dad to Lesley and Marina, grandad to Donna, Lynsay, Stacey and great-grandad , brother, uncle and friend. Funeral service from Pulteneytown Parish Church Wick on Thursday 6th April 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 church doors.

Peacefully at Seaview Care Home Wick on Monday 27th March 2023 with family by his side, John (Jock) 87 Dunnett Avenue Wick, dearly loved husband of the late Eliza (nee Folster), loving dad of Linda, Jacqueline and the late Tricia, a much loved father-in-law, brother, grandad, great-grandad and friend. A celebration of John’s life will take place in Sinclair’s Restrooms on Friday 31st March 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.

Peacefully at Town & County Hospital, Wick on Tuesday 21st March, 2023. Catherine Ryrie (nee Thain). Dearly beloved partner of Graham. Much loved mum of Ronald, Angela and Julie. Second mum to Andrew and Elaine. Dearly loved nana, great-nana, sister and aunt. Cherished friend to many. Funeral service at Sinclair’s Restrooms, MacArthur St, Wick, on Monday, 27th March. Service commencing at 12.00pm, thereafter to Latheron Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, in lieu Rosebank Wing at Caithness General Hospital/Town & County.

Peacefully at Town and County Hospital Wick om Thursday 16th March 2023, Doreen (nee Gunn), much loved wife and loving mam and granny. A celebration of Doreen’s life will be held in Sinclair’s Restrooms, Macarthur Street Wick on Thursday 23rd March commencing at 2pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to local charities and Cancer research UK. Collection at Restroom doors. Casual clothing. Private Cremation.

Colin, (Fred of Burrigle/Forse). An invitation for those who wish to join the family for the scattering Fred's ashes at Burrigle on Wednesday 15th March at 1.30pm; followed by celebrating his life at the Lybster Day Centre, 9 Jeffrey Street, from 3pm. Please feel free to come along and share your stories.

Suddenly but peacefully at her home on Tuesday 7th March 2023, Margaret (nee Bain), beloved wife of the late Rock More, a loving auntie, great-auntie and friend to many. Sadly missed. Funeral from Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Wednesday 15th March service commencing at 11am thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Local Charities. Collection at restroom doors.

Peacefully at her home on Tuesday 7th March 2023, Wilma (nee Henderson) aged 90 years, dearly loved wife of the late Adam Sutherland, 3A Vansittart Street Wick. Much loved mum and granny. Funeral from Sinclair’s Restrooms on Tuesday 14th March service commencing at 1pm thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to District Nurses and The Laurandy Centre. Collection at restroom doors.

Peacefully in Caithness General Hospital Wick on Sunday 26th February 2023.
Magnus Robert Larnach, (Robbie), beloved husband of the late Liba, dear dad of June, Noel, Valerie and Magnus, much loved grandad, great-grandad and great-great-grandad, uncle and a friend to many. Funeral service in Church of Scotland Lybster on Monday 6th March at 1.45pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to Poppy Scotland. Collection at church doors. Private Cremation.

Peacefully at home, Stemster Farm, Wick on Tuesday 28th February, 2023, Donald Douglas Miller, aged 90 years. Loving husband of Virginia (nee Sinclair), beloved dad of Elizabeth, Alexander, Mary and Donna, loving grandad to Michael, Robbie, Errin and Jack. Much loved father-in-law and great-grandad to Scott, Donnie, Joe, Oliver, Ferne, Skye and friend to many. Funeral Private at his own request.

Peacefully in Raigmore Hospital Inverness on Friday 10th February 2023, Robert (Bobby) West Gillock Farm, much loved husband of Catherine (nee Steven), devoted dad of Raymond, father-in-law of Judith, loving grandad of Ross and Robbie, dear brother of Jim and friend to many. Funeral service in Church of Scotland Watten on Thursday 2nd March at 1pm thereafter to Bower Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu to local charities. Collection at church doors.

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Mairie Funk, aged 49, at her home on 6th February 2023. A dear daughter of Eunice and the late Karl, a very much loved mum of Jodie and a loved sister, sister-in-law, auntie, niece and friend to many. Funeral from Sinclair’s Restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Wednesday 15th February at 1pm thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Beechwood House Inverness. Collection at restroom doors.

Peacefully in Seaview House Care Home on Monday 30th January 2023, Olive (nee Makinson), aged 91 years, formally of Whitehouse Park Wick. Beloved wife of the late Robert, much loved mum of Bertie and the late Eddie, a dear mother-in-law and a much loved granny to Alasdair, Ailsa, Laura and Kevin and great-granny to Amelie, Reilly, Ellie and Lana. Funeral from Sinclair’s restrooms Macarthur Street Wick on Monday 6th February at 1pm thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired may be given at the service in aid of Seaview House Residents Comfort Fund.

It is with broken hearts we announce the sudden but peaceful passing of Annabell (nee Manson) on 21st January, 2023, in Seaview Nursing Home. Beloved partner of Charlie, a very much loved mum and best friend of Alexander, Angela and Andrew, mother-in-law, adored nanna, great nanna and friend of many. Deeply missed and forever in our thoughts. Funeral from Sinclair's Rest Rooms, MacArthur Street, Wick on Monday 30th January 2023 at 1pm thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired in lieu of Laurandy Centre. Collections at Rest Room doors.

Michael died peacefully in Caithness General after succumbing to a long term illness in the early hours of Tuesday morning on the 24th of January aged 84. Michael will be cremated and his ashes scattered at his old family farm in England after a small family get together as he had requested. Michael came to Caithness in the mid 90’s and immediately fell in love with the county enjoying the peace and tranquillity it’s open spaces provided. Michael was a plasterer by trade but could turn his hand to almost anything building his own houses on more than one occasion. He was an avid poultry breeder and was a keen poultry club member showing his birds and eggs in the county shows and beyond where he won many prizes including at the Scottish National. Many people sought his advice about issues they had especially when it came to breeding and he was always happy to share his knowledge. He leaves behind 3 sons Steven Michael and Alan, two daughters Susan and Kathryn 4 grandchildren John, Deborah, Kelly and Lee and 4 great grandchildren Edward, Sophie, George and Harrison. Daughter in law Aileen and son in law Ray.