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After the death of a loved-one you are going to face some tough, challenging decisions. And whilst not as complicated as some websites would have you believe, arranging a funeral does require preparation and planning. Our family-run business has been serving families in the Elgin and Moray area for over 40 years. And unlike some of the larger, national cooperatives out there, this small, independent company understands the value of listening.

23/12/2025

SIM
(Elgin)
Peacefully, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, on Friday, December 19th, 2025, Ralph, aged 68 years. Dearly beloved husband of Heather, much loved dad of Donna, Claire and Daniel, a dear father-in-law, granda, brother and uncle. Funeral ceremony to which all friends are respectfully invited at William Watson Funeral Directors, Blackfriars Road, Elgin, on Thursday, January 8th, at 11am, thereafter cremation private. Family flowers only please, donations if desired at ceremony for local charities.

23/12/2025

MEARNS
(Elgin)
Peacefully, at Andersons Care Home, Elgin, on Wednesday, December 17th, 2025, Isobel Jean Jaffrey, (formerly of Inverurie) aged 100 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late James Mearns, a dear sister of the late Neil and Alex, a loving sister-in-law to Mabel, a dearly loved aunt and a great friend to many, funeral private at her own request.

19/12/2025

That time of year again! 🎅🤶
FREE CAR PARKING
From now until Christmas Eve.
Wishing everyone a very merry Xmas

Cars parked at owners own risk

19/12/2025

COCKBURN
(Elgin)
Peacefully, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, on Monday, December 15th, 2025, Christine Weir, aged 54 years. Dearly beloved wife of William Cockburn, loving mum of Ellis and James, a dear sister, sister-in-law, aunt and niece. Funeral service at Elgin Parish Church on Wednesday, January 7th, at 12:30pm thereafter to Birnie Kirkyard. All friends respectfully invited, family flowers only please, donations if desired at church for cancer research. Dress as you please.

18/12/2025

BRUCE
(Elgin)
Suddenly, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin on Friday, December 12th, 2025, Angie, aged 59 years. Dearly beloved wife of John, much loved mum of Kayleigh, John-Henry and the late Garry, loving granny of Rhein and Lachlan, a dear sister of Karen, a dear sister-in-law and auntie. Funeral ceremony to which all friends are respectfully invited at William Watson Funeral Directors, Blackfriars Road, Elgin, on Friday, January 9th, at 1:30pm, thereafter interment private, no flowers please, donations if desired at ceremony for local charities.

18/12/2025

FRASER
(Elgin)
Peacefully, at his home on Monday, December 15th, 2025, Jim Alexander, aged 76 years, dearly beloved husband of Elza, much loved dad of Stuart and Shonagh, a dear grandad and brother. Funeral ceremony to which all friends are respectfully invited at William Watson Funeral Directors, Blackfriars Road, Elgin, on Tuesday, January 6th, at 12noon, thereafter cremation private. Family flowers only please, donations if desired at ceremony for cancer charities.

13/12/2025

Here’s Aileen collecting her bottle, congratulations, all the very best 🎉🥃

09/12/2025

LOGAN
(Elgin)
Peacefully, at Abbeyside Care Home Elgin on Saturday, December 6th, 2025, Margaret, aged 86 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late William, dearly loved mother of Moira, Colin, the late Lynne and David and a loving nanny. Funeral ceremony at William Watson Funeral Directors, Blackfriars Road, Elgin, on Friday, December 19th, at 10:30am, thereafter to Elgin Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited, family flowers only please, donations if desired at ceremony for Dementia UK.

09/12/2025

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01/12/2025

STEWART
(Elgin)
Suddenly but peacefully, at Dr. Grays Hospital, Elgin, on Tuesday, November 25th, Jim, aged 82 years (retired bus driver). Beloved husband of Diane, much loved dad to Carol and Fiona, dear granda to Emma and Michael, great-granda to Georgie. Funeral service at William Watson Funeral Directors, Blackfriars Road, Elgin, on Friday, December 5th, at 10:30am, thereafter to Elgin Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited, family flowers only please, donations if desired at service for Linn Moor Residential School.

28/11/2025

SIM
(Lhanbryde/Elgin)
Peacefully, at Roxburghe House, Aberdeen, on Wednesday, November 26th, 2025, Scott, aged 53 years. Dearly beloved husband of Emma, much loved dad of Ceara and Adam, a dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Funeral service at William Watson Funeral Directors, Blackfriars Road, Elgin, on Friday, December 5th, at 1:30pm, thereafter to Elgin Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited, family flowers only please, donations if desired at service for Roxburghe House.

28/11/2025

ALEXANDER
(Elgin)
Kathleen, and the family of the late Anne Fotheringham Alexander wish to express their heart felt thanks for all the calls, cards, expressions of sympathy, and support. Thanks to the doctors and nurses at wards (HDU) Dr Gray's, Deon for his comforting service, Bay Tree for the floral arrangement, William Watson Funeral Directors for guiding the family, everyone who attended the service and the graveside at Huntly Cemetery, thanks also to the caterers at the O.A.P. Hall in Huntly, and all those who donated to Ward 8 HDU Dr Gray's Hospital, Elgin, £250 has been handed on.

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17 Blackfriars Road
Elgin
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http://www.williamwatsonfuneraldirectors.co.uk/

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