Death Notices

COGHILL Peacefully, at the home of her sister, Margaret, on Saturday, 11th January, 2025, Jessie Coghill MBE (Essie, nee Anderson), beloved wife of Morris Coghill, farmer Achreamie, Dounreay, a treasured sister, sister-in-law, aunt and a friend to many. Funeral service within East Caithness Church of Scotland, Argyle Square, Wick, on Monday, 27th January, service commencing at 1pm; thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, maybe given in aid of local charities.

CORSIE Andrew Gibb Corsie passed away, peacefully, in Caithness General Hospital, Wick, on Sunday, 19th January, 2025, aged 93 years. Beloved husband of the late Judith. Much loved dad of Catriona and Fergus. Loving grandfather to Sarah, Sean, Jordan and a great-grandfather to Morbheinn and Sorcha. Funeral private at his own request.

ROGERS Peacefully, in Dunbar Hospital on 15th January, 2025, Nana, aged 91 years. Beloved sister of Mary, dearly loved auntie of Ishbel, Sylvia, Roger and the late Mark and Susan, treasured great-auntie of Fiona, Ailie, Caitlyn, Maree and Heather. Grateful thanks to the team at Dunbar Hospital and to the community nurses and carers for their kindness. Funeral service within St Peters and St Andrews Church of Scotland on Thursday, 30th January, service commencing at 11am; thereafter to Thurso Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please.

ROGERS Peacefully, in Dunbar Hospital on 15th January, 2025, Nana, aged 91 years. Beloved sister of Mary, dearly loved auntie of Ishbel, Sylvia, Roger and the late Mark and Susan, treasured great-auntie of Fiona, Ailie, Caitlyn, Maree and Heather. Grateful thanks to the team at Dunbar Hospital and to the community nurses and carers for their kindness. Funeral service within St Peters and St Andrews Church of Scotland on Thursday, 30th January, service commencing at 11am; thereafter to Thurso Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please.

WRIGHT Peacefully, in the Town and County Palliative Care Unit, Wick on Wednesday, 15th January, 2025, Della Isabel (nee Sinclair), aged 87 years, of 30 Park Avenue, Thurso. Beloved wife of Iain, much loved mum of Jan, Duncan, Ronald and Nicola, loving mother-in-law to Graham, Sandra, Mhairi and James, doting nana to her nine grandchildren. A dear sister and friend to many. Funeral service within St Peters and St Andrews Church of Scotland on Thursday, 30th January, service commencing at 1pm; thereafter to Thurso Cemetery. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given at the service in aid of local charities.

DEWHURST - Tragically, on 12th January, 2025, Morgan Andrew, aged 27 years, of 9 Churchill Road, Castletown. Beloved partner of Agneta, loving daddy of Aria and Millie, much loved son of Brian and Lorrayn and brother of Ria. A dear nephew, cousin and friend to many. Funeral service within Ormlie Lodge Service Rooms, Thurso, on Friday, 24th January, service commencing at 11am; thereafter to Olrig Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be given at the service in aid of Castletown School. 

MASON It is with much sadness that the family of Catherine Mason (nee Mackay) announce her sudden passing, at home, on Thursday, 9th January, 2025. Cherished and dearly loved wife of 55 years to Robert (Bob) Mason and much loved by faithful dog Holly. Adored mum of Robert, Tracey and Michelle and mother-in-law to Natella and Ewen, the most amazing granny to Cariss, Eevie, Sophie, Ryan, Shane and Jenna, a great-granny to Amelia and Ferne. Catherine will be sorely missed by her brothers Hugh and David, sister Sandra and all of the Mackay, Munro and Coleman families as well as everyone who knew her. A heartfelt thank you to Wick and Thurso Ambulance Service, Police Scotland, Gillian Coghill and Dunnett's Funeral Directors. Private funeral as per Catherine's wishes and donations, if desired, to the R.S.P.B. via rspb.org.uk

ROSIE Peacefully, in her home, surrounded by her loving family, Paula (nee Fraser) of 35 Green Road, Wick. Beloved wife of Jamie, much loved mum of Sean, Bethany, Carly and Darcey, a dear mother-in-law of Kayleigh, devoted nana to Drew and Willow, loving daughter of Ian and Joan Fraser and dearly loved sister of Sandy and Janet. A dear sister-in-law, niece, auntie, cousin and friend to many. Funeral service within East Caithness Church of Scotland, Argyle Square, Wick, on Saturday, 25th January, service commencing at 11am; thereafter to Wick Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given in aid of North Highland Cancer Information and Support Centre and Cats Protection.

COGHILL Peacefully, at the home of her sister, Margaret, on Saturday, 11th January, 2025, Jessie 'Essie' (nee Anderson), beloved wife of Morris Coghill, farmer Achreamie, Dounreay, a treasured sister, sister-in-law, aunt and a friend to many. Funeral arrangements to follow.

ROSIE Suddenly, but peacefully, in Caithness General Hospital, Wick on Wednesday, 8th January, 2025, Margaret (B.E.M), much loved family member and friend. Margaret will be sadly missed. Private cremation.

MILLER It is with sadness that we announce the passing of James, peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, following a short illness on Monday, 30th December, 2024, aged 78 years, of 59 Argyle Square, Wick. Beloved husband of Mary, dear father of Alistair and Elaine, father-in-law to Janice and Ross, loving grandad to Lewis. Funeral from Sinclair's Restrooms, Macarthur Street, Wick on Friday, 17th January, 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). Collection at restrooms doors.

DURRAND Graham, late of Hill Avenue Wick, passed away age 58, in Warrington, on 11th December, 2024. Beloved husband of Lyn, brother, and twin brother of Janet, who passed away on 11th January, 2025. Both sadly missed by all the family.

FARQUHAR Suddenly, but peacefully, with his family by his side in Dunbar Hospital on Tuesday, 31st December, 2024, Donald Farquhar (Dodo), aged 87 years, of Tigh na Chreag, Spittal. Beloved husband of Mary, loving dad to Stuart and Gillian, father-in-law to Graeme and the late Maura, grandad to Daniel, Robbie, Callum and Buddy. A brother, uncle and friend to many. Funeral service within Ormlie Lodge Service Rooms, Thurso, on Saturday, 18th January, service commencing at 11am; thereafter to Halkirk cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only. Donations may be given at the service in aid of Thurso R.N.L.I. and Dunbar Hospital.

SMITH Suddenly, in her home, on Monday, 6th January, 2025, Constance May (Connie), dedicated midwife, aged 92 years, of Dunhobby, Roadside Brims. Loving sister of the late George and Ian. A dear cousin and friend to many. Funeral service within St Peters and St Andrews Church of Scotland, Thurso, on Wednesday, 22nd January, service commencing at 11 am; thereafter to Reay Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Donations may be given at the service in aid of the Maternity Unit, C.G.H.

FARQUHAR Suddenly, but peacefully, with his family by his side in Dunbar Hospital on Tuesday, 31st December, 2024, Donald Farquhar (Dodo), aged 87 years, of Tigh na Chreag, Spittal. Beloved husband of Mary, loving dad to Stuart and Gillian, father-in-law to Graeme and the late Maura, grandad to Daniel, Robbie, Callum and Buddy. A brother, uncle and friend to many. Funeral service within Ormlie Lodge Service Rooms, Thurso, on Saturday, 18th January, service commencing at 11am; thereafter to Halkirk cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only. Donations may be given at the service in aid of Thurso R.N.L.I. and Dunbar Hospital.

BATCHELOR (Dunbeath). Neil, a kind soul who departed life peacefully at Bulno. Much loved husband of the late Margaret, dad to Iain, Adele and the late John, dear father-in-law to Alison and loving grandpa to Amada, he was a valued brother and uncle. Following a private funeral the family invite anyone wishing to pay their respects to join them in Latheron Cemetery on Friday, 17th January, at 11.45am. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given in aid of Medicins San Frontiers.

SWANSON Peacefully, after a short illness, on Wednesday, 1st January, 2025, John Bain of 6 Clayock, Halkirk. Beloved husband of Nancy, a dear father and grandfather. Private funeral at his own request.

MURRAY It is with great sadness we announce the death of Thomas (Big Tom) who passed away, peacefully, on Tuesday, 31st December, 2024, aged 83 years. Beloved husband of the late Catherine, a much loved dad of Barbara, loving grandad, great-grandad, great-great-grandad, a dear father-in-law and a friend to many. Funeral service within Ormlie Lodge Service Rooms on Saturday, 1st February, service commencing at 11am; thereafter to Thurso Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given at the service in aid of Stepping Stones.

DAVIDSON Susan, aged 61 years, passed away suddenly, but peacefully, after many years of poor health, on Thursday, 2nd January, 2025. A wonderful, much-loved and deeply missed wife and mum. We are forever grateful and will treasure the time shared with Susan. Funeral service within Ormlie Lodge Service Rooms, Thurso, on Thursday, 16th January, at 2 pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only. Donations may be given at the service in aid of friends of ANCHOR. Thereafter private cremation.

COWIE Suddenly in his home, Karrian, Clashvalley, Dunbeath, on 29th December, 2024, Ian James (Barrel). Beloved husband of Karen, much loved dad of Christopher, Michael and Kimberley and a devoted grandad to Ryan, Lexie, Nolan and Costyn. Loving son of Sylvia and the late James and a dearly loved brother of Janice and Brian. Funeral service within Dunbeath Hall on Tuesday, 14th January at 2pm, to which all friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, may be given at the service in aid of British Heart Foundation and Arthritis; thereafter private cremation.