W. G. Catto Funeral Directors

W. G. Catto Funeral Directors Funeral care delivered with Compassion, Dedication, Integrity and Respect in Elgin and the surrounding area — we're here when you need us, 24/7.

Part of the William Purves Family

Last month, Scotland introduced an important change to the legislation on burial rights meaning that new burial plots pu...
24/04/2026

Last month, Scotland introduced an important change to the legislation on burial rights meaning that new burial plots purchased from 2 March 2026, will be owned for 25 years, with the option to renew every 10 years.

Our Chief Operations Officer, Andrew Purves, explains more in a recent feature in the Edinburgh Evening News: https://f.mtr.cool/ogkcbxkumy

McDonald(New Elgin)Suddenly, but peacefully, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, with his daughter by his side, on Tuesday, 21...
23/04/2026

McDonald
(New Elgin)

Suddenly, but peacefully, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, with his daughter by his side, on Tuesday, 21st April 2026, Donald, aged 96 years. Loving husband of the late Nancy, much loved dad of Audrey, loving papa to Greer, great-papa to Jamie and Caleb, and a good friend to many.

Funeral service at W.G. Catto Funeral Home, Elgin, on Tuesday, 5th May, at 2pm, thereafter to Elgin Cemetery, to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only, please, but donations, if desired, to local charities.

AcknowledgmentCOYLE(Elgin)Tricia would like to express her heartfelt thanks to all relatives, friends, and neighbours fo...
20/04/2026

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COYLE
(Elgin)

Tricia would like to express her heartfelt thanks to all relatives, friends, and neighbours for their kindness, support, and compassion following Tom’s passing, and also for their care and friendship in the months and years prior.

The service was delivered beautifully by Paula Baker and will be remembered always as will the perfect organisation of all the arrangements by John Mackay and team at W.G. Catto Funeral Directors. The teas at the Laichmoray was lovely, and gave everyone the chance to relax and share their memories of Tom.

Finally, thank you to all who attended to pay their respects and for the generous donation totalling £400, raised in aid of Weston’s Comfort Fund.

AcknowledgmentForteath(Elgin)Pamela, Mike, Chesh and family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all relative...
20/04/2026

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Forteath
(Elgin)

Pamela, Mike, Chesh and family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all relatives, friends and neighbours for the many kind expressions of sympathy shown to them following the sad loss of Phyllis (Mither).
Grateful thanks to John and Chris at W.G. Catto Funeral Directors for their professionalism and support during a difficult time.
Special thanks to Janet Donnelly for her lovely tribute, Mara Flower Studio for the beautiful flowers, and to the Laichmoray Hotel for the excellent teas.
Finally, thank you to all those who paid their respects and for the generous donation totalling £250, which will be given to MFR Cash for Kids

MacLennan(Elgin)Peacefully at home, after a short illness, with her family at her side, Sheila (née Munro), aged 80 year...
20/04/2026

MacLennan
(Elgin)

Peacefully at home, after a short illness, with her family at her side, Sheila (née Munro), aged 80 years. Beloved wife of the late Alex; loving mother of James, Joyce, and Martin; mother-in-law; sister and sister-in-law. Cherished granny, great-granny, and good friend to many.

Funeral service to be held at W.G. Catto Funeral Directors, Linkwood Road, Elgin, on Tuesday, 5th May 2026, at 11.00am. All family and friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only, please; donations, if desired, in aid of Maryhill Health Centre Community Nurses.

Fraser(Elgin)Peacefully, after a short illness, Margo, aged 78 years, passed away at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary on Monday,...
20/04/2026

Fraser
(Elgin)

Peacefully, after a short illness, Margo, aged 78 years, passed away at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary on Monday, 13th April. Beloved wife of Donnie and much-loved mother of Donna, Wendy, Nikki, and Lee. Nanna to eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Mother-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, and auntie to many.

Margo’s wishes were for immediate family only to attend the service

Hislop(Lhanbryde)Suddenly but peacefully, after a short illness, at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary on Tuesday, 7th April 2026...
17/04/2026

Hislop
(Lhanbryde)

Suddenly but peacefully, after a short illness, at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary on Tuesday, 7th April 2026, Anne, aged 58 years. Beloved wife of Archy, and a proud mum to Kieran. She was also a treasured sister, aunt, and friend to many.

Funeral service to be held at Lhanbryde Village Hall on Wednesday, 29th April, at 1.00pm, thereafter to Lhanbryde Cemetery. All family and friends warmly invited. Please feel free to wear a splash of colour. Family flowers only, please; donations, if desired, to the Moray Juniors Ice Hockey Club.

Sutherland(Elgin/Orkney)Sorely missed by family, friends and relatives, William Arthur Sutherland died peacefully at Dr ...
16/04/2026

Sutherland
(Elgin/Orkney)

Sorely missed by family, friends and relatives, William Arthur Sutherland died peacefully at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, on Saturday, 4th April 2026, after a short illness, at the age of 89. Born in pre-war Lancaster and brought up from infancy in Burray, Orkney, latterly resident at Hanover Linn Coort, Buckie, Arthur was the son of Orcadian couple the late William and Barbara Mary Sutherland (née Taylor) and brother to Ian and the late Edgar, Betty and Vera, and a cherished uncle and cousin to many.

The funeral service will take place at Moray Crematorium Chapel, Broadley, Buckie, at 2.30 pm on 28th April. The ashes are to be interred in Arthur’s homeland at St Lawrence Kirkyard, Burray, Orkney, on 1st May 2026, at 12 noon. All those wishing to attend are respectfully invited. Family flowers only; if desired, donations to the Residents’ Account at Hanover Linn Coort will be gratefully received at the chapel door

Acknowledgment Collie(Elgin)Alister and family wish to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for their kind expres...
16/04/2026

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Collie
(Elgin)

Alister and family wish to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for their kind expressions of sympathy shown to them by way of cards, flowers, messages and visits following the sad loss of much-loved Kathy.

A special thank you to the Maryhill Group Practice and Ward 7, Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, for their care and attention. A heartfelt thank you to the Rev. Jenny Adams for her comforting and thoughtful service, to the organist Helen Noble for the lovely music, to W.G. Catto Funeral Directors for their caring and professional arrangements, to Room to Bloom for the beautiful flowers, and to The Sunninghill Hotel for the excellent teas. Finally, thank you to all those who paid their respects and for the generous donations totalling £222, to be shared among local animal charities.

STEPHEN(Fochabers / Aberdeen)Peacefully, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, on Tuesday, 7th April, with her loved ones by her...
14/04/2026

STEPHEN
(Fochabers / Aberdeen)

Peacefully, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, on Tuesday, 7th April, with her loved ones by her side, Doris (Do), aged 82 years. Cherished wife of the late John, loving mum of Neil and Laura, dear mother-in-law to Zillah and Keith, and a much loved granny to Sam. Greatly missed by her relatives and her many friends.

Funeral service at Moray Crematorium on Thursday, 23rd April, at 10.30am, to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only, please, but donations, if desired, in aid of Sight Scotland.

Acknowledgment MURRAY(Elgin)The family of the late David would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all relatives, ...
14/04/2026

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MURRAY
(Elgin)

The family of the late David would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all relatives, friends and neighbours for the many kind expressions of sympathy received following the sad loss of David.

Special thanks to Wendy Toner for her uplifting service, which captured David’s life so beautifully. Grateful thanks also to Chris and John at W.G. Catto Funeral Directors for their help, patience and support during a very difficult time, and to The Laichmoray Hotel for the lovely refreshments.

Finally, sincere thanks to all who attended, watched the service via video link, and paid their last respects to David, and for the kind donations to CLAN Haven, which amounted to £160.

THOMAS(Spey Bay)It is with great sadness that the family announce the peaceful passing of Lawrie, at Aberdeen Royal Infi...
14/04/2026

THOMAS
(Spey Bay)

It is with great sadness that the family announce the peaceful passing of Lawrie, at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, on Sunday, 5th April 2026, aged 85 years, with his family by his side. Beloved husband of Jane, and a dear brother, uncle and friend to many. Lawrie will be greatly missed. He enjoyed a long and fulfilling career with British Airways and had a great affection for his dogs, which brought him much joy over the years.

A celebration of Lawrie’s life will be held at W.G. Catto Funeral Home, Linkwood Road, Elgin, IV30 6RE, on Friday, 24th April, at 2pm, to which all are welcome. Family flowers only, please, but donations, if desired, to Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland may be made at the door. Those attending are welcome to wear whatever they feel comfortable in.

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