William Watson Funeral Directors

William Watson Funeral Directors Details about William Watson Funeral Director, Elgin's only family-owned, family-run funeral directors

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.

HOWARD(Urquhart)Jimmy and family would like to thank most sincerely all relatives, friends and neighbours for the kind e...
20/02/2026

HOWARD
(Urquhart)
Jimmy and family would like to thank most sincerely all relatives, friends and neighbours for the kind expressions of sympathy received following this heartbreaking loss of pearl. Special thanks to the district nurses and carers who looked after Pearl during her illness with kindness and dignity, Vic Cameron for his uplifting service, The Laichmoray Hotel for providing excellent refreshments and to William Watson and family for their compassionate and professional service. We would also like to thank those who paid their last respects at the service and for the very generous donations reveived which totalled £1095, this will be split equally between Chest, Heart and Stroke (CHSS) and CLAN.

MORRISON(Lhanbryde)Peacefully, after a long illness bravely borne, at Turner Memorial Hospital, Keith, on Wednesday Febr...
13/02/2026

MORRISON
(Lhanbryde)
Peacefully, after a long illness bravely borne, at Turner Memorial Hospital, Keith, on Wednesday February 11th, 2026, David, aged 68 years. Loving husband to Sandra, devoted father of Clare, Paul, Leanne & Neale, brother to Ian and brother-in-law to Moira, proud grandad to Chloe, Cameron, Ally and Rose, father-in-law to Ewan, Scott, Rachel and Lyndsey. Funeral ceremony at William Watson Funeral Directors, Blackfriars Road, Elgin, on Friday February 20th, at 1.30pm, thereafter to Lhanbryde cemetery, all friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, donations if desired at ceremony for local charities.

BIRNIE(Urquhart)It is with great sadness the family announce Colin Edward, aged 72 years, passed away peacefully at home...
12/02/2026

BIRNIE
(Urquhart)
It is with great sadness the family announce Colin Edward, aged 72 years, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Monday, February 9th, 2026, following a long battle of ill health. Reunited with his late parents Frank and Louise, and beloved younger brother Allan. Dearly loved husband to Trudi, much loved dad to Cara, loved grandfather to Cameron and Louise, brother to Susan, father-in-law to Martin, best friend to Graham and friend to many. His unique spirit, bravery and infectious smile will live on in our hearts forever. Funeral service at Bellie and Speymouth Parish Church, Fochabers, on Monday, February 23rd, at 1.30pm, thereafter to Urquhart Cemetery, all welcome, please wear what you want with a hint of Scottish. Family flowers only please, donations if desired are welcome and will be split between CLAN, Maryhill district nursing team, Marie Curie and community response team.

MACKINNON(Skye, Tomintoul, Elgin)Suddenly, but peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 4th, 2026, Donald John, aged 76...
09/02/2026

MACKINNON
(Skye, Tomintoul, Elgin)
Suddenly, but peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 4th, 2026, Donald John, aged 76 years. Dearly beloved husband of Sheila, much loved father of Alasdair and Derek, dear father-in-law, granda, great granda, brother and uncle. Funeral ceremony to which all friends are respectfully invited at William Watson Funeral Directors, Blackfriars Road, Elgin, on Thursday, February 19th, at 12:30pm, thereafter cremation private. Family flowers only please, donations if desired at ceremony for cancer charities and chest, heart and stroke association.

THOMAS(Lhanbryde)Peacefully, at her home surrounded by her family and her dogs, on Sunday, February 1st, 2026, Bonny, ag...
06/02/2026

THOMAS
(Lhanbryde)
Peacefully, at her home surrounded by her family and her dogs, on Sunday, February 1st, 2026, Bonny, aged 75 years. Dearly beloved wife of Roger, much loved mum of Adam, Matthew, Wayne and Ben, a dear mother-in-law and granny. Funeral ceremony to which all friends are respectfully invited at William Watson Funeral Directors, Blackfriars Road, Elgin, on Monday, February 16th, at 12noon, thereafter cremation private. Family flowers only please, donations if desired at ceremony for Renal Unit Dr Gray’s and Marie Curie Nurses, mourning clothes optional.

FREE PARKING (cars only) this Saturday February 7th.30 wide car spaces …… be early!Vehicles parked at owners risk.
05/02/2026

FREE PARKING (cars only) this Saturday February 7th.
30 wide car spaces …… be early!
Vehicles parked at owners risk.

HOWARD (Urquhart)Peacefully, at her home Surrounded by her family on Friday, January 30th, 2026, Margaret (Pearl), aged ...
04/02/2026

HOWARD
(Urquhart)
Peacefully, at her home Surrounded by her family on Friday, January 30th, 2026, Margaret (Pearl), aged 82 years. Dearly beloved wife of Jimmy (Jims), much loved mother of Chris, Iain and Hamish, dear mother-in-law of Kaye, Elaine and Mandy, loving granny of Michael, Amy and Craig, great granny of Alfie and Torvi and a dear sister of James. Funeral service to which all friends are respectfully invited at William Watson Funeral Directors, Blackfriars Road, on Wednesday, February 11th, at 2pm, thereafter cremation private. Family flowers only please, donations if desired at service for cancer charities and COPD. Wear a splash of colour if you wish.

WALLACE (Elgin)Peacefully, at Abbeyvale Care Home, Elgin, on Friday, January 30th, 2026, Margaret (Meg), aged 75 years. ...
04/02/2026

WALLACE
(Elgin)
Peacefully, at Abbeyvale Care Home, Elgin, on Friday, January 30th, 2026, Margaret (Meg), aged 75 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Ian, much loved mam of Julie, dearly loved granny, great granny, sister and a good friend to many. Funeral ceremony at William Watson Funeral Directors, Blackfriars Road, Elgin, on Friday, February 13th, at 11am, thereafter to Elgin Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited, family flowers only please, donations if desired at ceremony for local charities.

HENDERSON(Elgin)Peacefully, with his family by his side, at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, on Wednesday January 28th, 2026, D...
31/01/2026

HENDERSON
(Elgin)
Peacefully, with his family by his side, at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, on Wednesday January 28th, 2026, David McLeod, aged 66 years, loving husband to Moreen, proud father of David and Stewart, a great father-in-law to Lisa and proud grandfather of Callum, Tegan, Daniel, Ewan and a dear brother. A kind, gentle and very obliging man. At David’s own request his funeral will be private.

MARNOCH(Garmouth)Peacefully, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, on Saturday, January 24th, 2026, Catherine (Rene), aged 84 ye...
30/01/2026

MARNOCH
(Garmouth)
Peacefully, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, on Saturday, January 24th, 2026, Catherine (Rene), aged 84 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Brian, much loved mam of David and Brian, a dear mother-in-law, granny, great granny, sister, auntie and a good friend. Funeral ceremony to which all friends are respectfully invited at William Watson Funeral Directors, Blackfriars Road, Elgin, on Thursday, February 5th, at 12noon, thereafter cremation private, no flowers please, donations if desired at ceremony for cancer charities.

MCKENZIE(Elgin)Peacefully, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, on Friday, January 16th, 2026, Eunice Isabella aged 84 years. D...
22/01/2026

MCKENZIE
(Elgin)
Peacefully, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, on Friday, January 16th, 2026, Eunice Isabella aged 84 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Roy, much loved mum of Robin and the late Ian, Johnny and Melanie, a loving nana and great nana, a dear mother-in-law and sister. Funeral ceremony to which all friends are respectfully invited at William Watson Funeral Directors, Blackfriars Road, Elgin, on Friday, January 30th, at 3:30pm, thereafter cremation private. Family flowers only please, donations if desired at ceremony for animal charities.

MORREN(Lhanbryde)Lynn, Gary, Hugh and family would like to thank everyone for attending Bob’s funeral and would like to ...
19/01/2026

MORREN
(Lhanbryde)
Lynn, Gary, Hugh and family would like to thank everyone for attending Bob’s funeral and would like to say a huge thank you to Janet Donnelly for her kind words and to Watsons funeral directors for the lovely service. £117 collected in donations at Bob’s service which has been donated to Diabetes UK as per his wishes. Thank you to all who attended to say their goodbyes.

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