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Mrs Porter, formerly of Aultnaskiach Avenue, died on 13 September 2025 at St Olaf Nursing Home in Nairn, aged 99 years.

A lady that was generous to all and lived a full life. Beloved wife of the late Don, the most loving sister to Olive, also much loved by George and Caroline and by her many friends and neighbours in Aultnaskiach.

Funeral service on Tuesday, 29th July, at 11am, in the funeral home of William T. Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness; thereafter on Wednesday, 30th July, at 1pm, in Old Deer Cemetery, Mintlaw. A warm welcome to one or both services.

Further details from the Funeral Directors (01463) 243232

Passed away at Raigmore Hospital, on Sunday, 13th July, 2025, Harry Blair, Leys Park, Inverness, formerly of Aberdeen, aged 84 years. Consultant engineer, keen walker and curler. Beloved husband of Doris for over 60 years, much loved dad of Louise and Martin, dear father-in-law, grandfather, uncle and brother-in-law.

Funeral service on Friday, 1st August, at 2.00pm, in the funeral home of William T Fraser and Son, Culduthel Road, Inverness. All welcome to attend.

For further details, contact the Funeral Director (01463) 243232

MARTIN Peacefully, at Castlehill Care Home, Inverness on Sunday, 24th November, 2024, Joan Elizabeth (nee Baddon), aged 93 years, Drummond Crescent, Inverness. Dearly beloved wife and best friend of Ross, dearest mum of Ann and Iain, darling grandma to Daniel, Tim, Stewart, Ross and Holly, much loved sister to Fiona and the late Frances, Catherine and Don.

Funeral service on Friday, 6th December, at 12noon, in the funeral home of John Fraser & Son, Chapel Street, Inverness. All welcome to attend. Family flowers only please. Donations may be given to MND Scotland in memory of Joan’s late father. Car parking available at the funeral home.

Further details from the Funeral Director (01463) 233366

Peacefully in Raigmore Hospital, Inverness on 9th November 2024, Margaret Burton James (nee Rodgers/formerly Scott), aged 82 years, Leys Drive, Inverness (former proprietor,  Chalky’s Licensed Grocers). Beloved wife of the late Bob James and the late Pat Scott, much loved mum of David and his wife Fiona, adored granny of Cameron and Fin, also a dear sister, sister-in-law, auntie, god-mother and good friend to many.

A celebration of Margaret’s life will be held on Friday 22nd November 2024 at 2pm in Inverness Crematorium. All welcome to attend. No flowers please. Donations in memory of Margaret towards Spokes For Folks, Inverness may be given at the door. 

Further details from the Funeral Directors, D Chisholm & Sons (01463) 712255

Peacefully, in Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on 27th October, 2024, John Prentice Shepherd (Jack), aged 95 years, Druim Avenue, Inverness. Beloved husband of Shirley, much loved father of Andrew, David and Robert, also a dear grandpa, great-grandpa, brother and uncle.

Funeral private in Inverness Crematorium at Jack’s own request. Arrangements by D. Chisholm & Sons.

Andrew was a member of the congregation of Old High St Stephen’s for a number of years and provided pulpit supply on a number of occasions.   The following are details of the funeral arrangements

Andrew was a  Church of Scotland minister for 36 years, firstly at Harthill Parish Church then Fraserburgh West Church and Rathen East Parish Church. Andrew died peacefully at Raigmore Hospital on Saturday 12th October 2024, aged 82 years. 

The Funeral service will be held on Monday 28th October, at 11am in St. Stephen’s Church, Southside Road, Inverness, to which all friends are respectfully invited; thereafter cremation private. Car parking available on Mayfield Road.

Please uphold his wife Sheena and their family in prayer at this sad time.

Arrangements by John Fraser & Son of Chapel Street, Inverness (01463) 233366. No flowers or callers, please.

Mrs Gordon, of Mayfield Road, Inverness, died on 13 October and her funeral will be held at St Stephen’s Church on Tuesday 22 October at 1pm. All are welcome to attend. No flowers please.

Donations welcome for Highland Children’s Trust.

Further details from the Funeral Director John Fraser & Son (01463) 233366.