Wm Gilchrist Funeralcare Bridge of Don

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FOTHERINGHAM

Surrounded by her loving family after a short illness bravely fought on Tuesday June 25, 2024, at home, Loraine aged 72 years. Devoted partner to Ian, dearly loved mum to Lyn, treasured grandma to Danielle, Steven and Hayley, great grandma to Ellie, Thaine, Roman-James, and Aria, also, a dear sister, aunt, and friend to many. A celebration of Loraine’s life to be held on Thursday July 4, 2024, at Aberdeen Crematorium East Chapel at 10:30am to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. No flowers please at Loraine’s request but donations can be given if so desired in aid of Mrs Murray’s cat and dog home at the chapel exit. She will always be in our hearts and never forgotten.

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AULD

Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Casa Vita, Pugila, Italy on Tuesday June 11, 2024, William (Willie) aged 65 years (formerly Glasgow). Devoted husband to Margaret, dearly loved dad to Anthony and Gillian father-in-law to Jodi and Craig, treasured grandad to Georgia, Pixie and Nico, adored son to Connie and the late Robert, also a dear brother to Robert, Brian, Stephen, Colin and brother-in-law, uncle, and great friend to many. Funeral service to take place on Thursday July 4, 2024, at Aberdeen Crematorium West Chapel at 1.15pm to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please but donations can be given if so desired in aid of Friends of Anchor at the chapel exit. We are heartbroken to say goodbye to such a gentleman.

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CAMPBELL

Unexpectedly at home on Monday 27th May 2024, James (Jimmy /cam) aged 50 years. Dearly loved son to Judith and the late John, much loved dad to Gemma, Samantha, Rebecca, Father-in-law to Stephen, Craig, Proud grandad to Shannen, Megan, Saoirse, Thomas, Emma, Katelyn, Dylan, Massie, a dear brother to the late Ruth and uncle to James and Ellis, a great friend to all who knew him. Funeral service to be held on Friday 14th June 2024 in Aberdeen Crematorium (East Chapel) at 11:30am, to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. James will be greatly and sorely missed by all his family.

🧡Love lives on forever 🧡

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JAMES

Unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, Andrew (retired BP Operations Manager) aged 69 years. Dearly loved dad to Katie and Lucy, treasured grandad to Troy, cherished son to Irene, also, a dear brother, uncle, and friend. Funeral service to be held at Aberdeen Crematorium East Chapel on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at 11:30am and afterwards at the Stead Inn, Potterton, at which all family and friends are welcome. Family flowers only please but donations may be given if so desired on behalf of Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance in loving memory of Andrew.

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BOOTH

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Patricia (Pat) at ARI on Thursday, May 2, 2024, aged 83 years. Beloved wife of David, much loved mum and mother-in-law of Alison and Scott, cherished nana of Ryan and Gemma. Funeral private at her own request.

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SIMPSON
Bridge of Don

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Andrew Leslie, at Roxburghe House on Saturday, May 4, 2024, aged 52 years. Beloved husband of Gillian, cherished dad of Dillon and Holly, dear son of Leslie and Moira. Funeral Service to be held at Aberdeen Crematorium West Chapel on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at 1:15pm to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please but donations may be given if so desired on behalf of Maggie’s at the chapel exit. Andrew will be sadly missed.

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CONNON

Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Home on Wednesday 17th April 2024. John Aged 76 years. Devoted Husband to Eileen, dearly loved Dad to Lorraine and Lesley, treasured Granda to Naomi, Chloe, Amy, Hannah, Emma, and Archie, also a dear Brother, Brother-in-law, Uncle, and friend to many. A celebration of John’s life to be held at Aberdeen Crematorium East Chapel on Tuesday 30th April 2024 at 11:30am to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please but donations can be given if so desired in aid of R.N.L.I and Alzheimer’s Research UK at the chapel. John will be very sadly missed by all who knew him.

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Anderson
Bridge of Don

Peacefully at Woodlands Care Home, on Saturday, March 30, 2024, Lorraine aged 66 years. Devoted wife to the late Alan, dearly loved mum to Angie and Nikki, much loved daughter to Betty and the late Murray, treasured grandma to Ryan, Ellie, Liam and Lucy. loving sister to Carol-Ann and a friend to many. Funeral Ceremony to take place at Aberdeen Crematorium, West Chapel, on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at 1.15pm to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please but donations may be given if so desired on behalf of Friends of Anchor and Friends of Roxburghe House at the chapel exit. Resting at Wm Gilchrist, 20 Ellon Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, AB23 8BX by appointment only. Forever In Our Hearts.

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McGARRITY

Suddenly after a short illness at home on Friday March 22, 2024, James (Jim) aged 75 Years. Dearly loved husband and soulmate to Janette, loving dad to Sharon, Damian and Jamie, treasured grandpa to Kennedy, Charlotte, and Lexi, a special father-in-law to Nick, Lindsey and Jenn. Funeral service to be held at Aberdeen Crematorium (West Chapel) on Wednesday April 3, 2024, at 13:15pm to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Jim will be sorely missed by us all.

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ROBERTSON

Suddenly but peacefully on Wednesday March 13, 2024, at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary George (Sparra Dod) aged 79 years. Devoted husband to Ann, dearly loved dad to Avril and Denise, much loved father-in-law, treasured granda, great-granda, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and great friend to many. Funeral service to be held at Aberdeen Crematorium (East Chapel) on Wednesday March 27, 2024, at 11:30am to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please but donations can be given if so desired in aid of Mrs Murray’s Cat and Dog Home at the chapel exit. Now resting at Wm Gilchrist, 20 Ellon Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, AB23 8BX, viewing by appointment only 01224 703395. Very sadly missed.

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BHARATIA (ROTHIENORMAN)

Peacefully with his loving wife by his side on Tuesday March 5, 2024, at Roxburghe House, Steve (Formerly London) aged 65 years. Devoted husband to Shuana, a dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle, great uncle, and great friend to many. A celebration of Steve’s life to be held at Aberdeen Crematorium West Chapel on Friday March 22, 2024, at 2:45pm to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Please send all floral tributes to Wm Gilchrist, 44 – 46 Rose Street, Aberdeen, Donations can be given if so desired in aid of Friends at Roxburghe at the chapel exit. Forever in our Hearts.

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DRUMMOND (nee Murray)

It is with great sadness that the family announce the passing of Gail (aka Forrest) who died on Thursday February 29, 2024, aged 65 Years. Beloved wife, adored mum, step-mum, sister, precious grandma, auntie, and a great friend to many. A celebration of Gail’s life to be held on Wednesday March 20, 2024, at 14:45pm at Aberdeen Crematorium West chapel to which all family and friends are respectfully invited, Gail took great pride in being Scottish, if possible, could you wear something Scotland related please. Family flowers only please but donations can be given if so desired in aid of Aberdeen Royal Infirmary I.C.U at the Chapel exit. Gail will be forever in our hearts.

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HOWE (INVERURIE)

Peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday November 1, 2023, at Donbank Ward Inverurie Hospital, Edward (Eddie) aged 78 Years. Devoted husband to Vivien, dearly loved dad to Lorraine and father-in-law to Chris, treasured Gags to Harry and Charley, also a dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and great friend to many. Funeral service to be held at Aberdeen Crematorium (East Chapel) on Monday November 13, 2023, at 1.30pm to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please but donations can be given if so desired in aid of Donbank Ward, Inverurie Hospital at chapel exit. Eddie will be very sorely missed by all.

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KELMAN
Bridge of Don

Peacefully and with great dignity, at ARI, on Sunday, September 17, 2023, Gordon (GSK), aged 91 years. Beloved husband to the late Frances, much loved dad to Heather & Fiona, dear father in-law to Rex & Fred, adored granda to Denise & Martin, Laura & Jamie and Rachel & Darren, devoted great granda to Sam, Sean, Charley, Max, Kobe and Luna, dearest brother, uncle and friend to many. Funeral service to be held at St Mary's Church, King Street, Aberdeen, AB24 5SS on Monday, October 2 at 11.00am, arrival from 9.45am onwards, with interment to follow at Culsh Cemetery, New Deer AB53 6TP, at 1.30pm to which all friends and family are respectfully invited. Refreshments to follow after the interment at the Mustard Seed Café, New Deer, AB53 6WE, but if you are unable to attend, the family would like you to join them for refreshments back at the Country Club, Bridge of Don AB22 8NJ from 5:30pm. Family flowers only, however, if so desired, donations to Scotstown Medical Centre may be given at the church door. Resting at Wm Gilchrist Funeralcare, 20 Ellon Road, Bridge of Don, AB23 8BX, by appointment only. Sadly missed by all.

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HEWISON
WHITBY

Suddenly on Tuesday August 29, 2023, at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, Joan aged 78 years. Devoted wife to the late Peter, dearly loved mum to Michael, Steven and Mark, cherished mother-in-law to Gillian, treasured grandmother, also a dear sister to the late Myra and great friend to all. Funeral service to be held at Baldarroch Crematorium, Crathes, Aberdeenshire, details to be given from the family. No flowers please.

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GEEKIE
DUNDEE

Suddenly but peacefully on Thursday August 17, 2023, William (Billy) aged 80 years. Devoted husband to the late Jane (Jean), dearly loved father to Ian, Mary and Jayne, treasured grandfather to Jenna, James, Ian and Lara, much loved great grandfather of 7, also a dear friend. Funeral service to be held at Dundee Crematorium on Monday September 11, 2023, at 12:30pm to which all family and friends are respectfully invited.

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RITCHIE - (Bridge of Don / Potterton)

Peacefully at Home on Sunday August 27, 2023, Mary Jessie (nee McIvor) aged 86 years. Devoted wife to the late Hector (Ted), dearly loved mum to Linda and Colin, mother-in-law to George and Helen, treasured nanny to Craig and Jill, proud great nanny, also a dear sister, sister-in-law, aunt, and friend. Funeral service to take place at Newmachar Parish Church on Thursday September 7, 2023, at 11am thereafter at Newmachar Cemetery to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please but donations can be given if so desired in aid of The British Heart Foundation at the church door. Now resting at Home. Very sadly missed.

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HOWLEY

Peacefully after a brief struggle with cancer on Wednesday August 16, 2023, at Roxburghe House, Sheila Helen aged 75 years. She was born on the 11th of February to Sandy and Gladys Elrick. In 1965, she married Brian; Sheila is survived by her son Tom and Brian. A funeral service will be held at Aberdeen Crematorium (East Chapel) on Tuesday August 29, 2023, at 10:30 to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made after the service in aid of Cancer Research.

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ROSS (Bridge of Don)

Surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at ARI Irene passed away aged 72 years. Devoted wife to Willie (Bubble) dearly loved mum to Mark and Leigh, beloved mother-in-law to Paul and Judith, treasured nana to Emma, Abbie, Ross, and Alice, a dear sister to Lynn, sister-in-law, aunt and a friend to many. Funeral service to take place at Aberdeen Crematorium (West Chapel) on Wednesday, August 16 2023 at 11.15am to which all friends and family are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please but donations can be given if so desired in aid of Friends of Anchor at the chapel exit. Resting at Wm Gilchrist Funeralcare, 20 Ellon Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, AB23 8BX by appointment only. Forever in Our Hearts.

A much loved online tribute page has been set up in memory of Irene. Please can you put your memories of her on this link https://irene-ross-1950-2023.muchloved.com/

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GREEN

Sadly on Wednesday 2nd August 2023 at Roxburghe House, we announce the passing of Douglas (Doug) aged 77 years after a long and brave and courageous fight with Prostate Cancer. Beloved husband of the late Maureen, dearly loved dad to Lee and father-in-law to Laura, proud and much-loved grandad of Francesca and Liam, also a dear friend. Funeral service to be held on Friday 18th August 2023 at Wm Gilchrist Kaimhill Chapel, Old Crematorium, Kaimhill Road, Aberdeen, AB10 7JL to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please but donations can be given if so desired in aid of Friends of Roxburghe at chapel door. Forever In Our Hearts.

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DIXON

It is with deep sadness that the family announce the sudden passing of Helen Dixon on Friday 14th July 2023, aged 64 years. Beloved wife to Neil, Mother to Douglas, Gemma, and Rachel and Grandmother to Max, Oliver, Archie, Eliza and Emily. Loving sister to Ian and Alex and faithful friend to many. A funeral service will take place at Wm. Gilchrist Funeralcare, Rose Street Chapel on Thursday 3rd August, at 11 am — to which all are invited. Donations gratefully received on behalf of Diabetes UK, at the chapel doors.

Ladies and gentlemen!!

A post a little different this morning!

On September 2, at 10am, at our Funeral Hone - Wm. Gilchrist Funeralcare - Rose Street - we are holding a car wash!

All proceeds are going to Barnardo’s who do a fantastic job at supporting vulnerable children and young people through their vital front-line services addressing their health, wellbeing and safety needs.

We can’t wait to see you and watch you drive away in a beautiful, clean car!

£5 per wash

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CAMPBELL
(Bridge of Don)

Peacefully at Home on Sunday 16th July 2023 Colin Smith aged 65 Years. A dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle, great uncle, and friend to many. Funeral service to be held at Aberdeen crematorium (East Chapel) on Friday 28th July 2023 at 2.30pm to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please but donations can be given if so desired in aid of Alzheimer's Scotland at the chapel exit. Always remembered.

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DANIEL (Newburgh)

Peacefully but unexpectedly on Wednesday 5th July 2023 at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, Glyn aged 62 Years. Devoted partner to the late Arlene, Dearly loved dad to Amanda, Dana and Martyn, father-in-law to Karl and Allan, treasured papa to Erin, Lewis, Connor and Jack. Funeral service to be held at Foveran cemetery on Wednesday 19th July 2023 at 11.30am to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Please send any floral tributes to Wm Gilchrist funeralcare, 44 - 46 Rose Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1UD. He will be forever in our thoughts.

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GILBERT

Unexpectedly at home on Friday 7th July 2023, Michael (Mike) aged 64 years. Devoted husband to Sheila, dearly loved son of Bill and the late Agnes, stepdad to Claire and Sean, granda to Liam, Layla, Riley and Kacey, son-in-law of Margaret, Willie, and the late Danny, also a dear brother, uncle, and friend to all. Funeral service to be held at Aberdeen Crematorium (East Chapel) on Monday 17th July 2023 at 3.30pm. Family flowers only please. To my devoted husband Mike, forever in my heart. Love you always, till we meet again # # .

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YOUNG (Acknowledgement)

The family of the late Margaret Young wish to thank the many relatives and friends for their kindness and support shown by way of cards, flowers and messages following their sad loss.
To Angela-Fougler Craven for delivering a heartfelt service. To Colin Forbes and all the staff at Wm Gilchrist Bridge of Don for their professional support. To the amazing, dedicated staff of Denmore Court, who cared for Margaret with the utmost professionalism, unfailing empathy and respect, especially in the last 10 months for which the family are truly grateful. To the Bridge of Don District Nurses for their wonderful care.
Lastly to everyone who attended the service and watched through live feed and kindly donated £300 to the MS Society, thank you. Margaret will be sorely missed by all her family, friends and all who had the privilege of knowing her. ❤️