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Merrilees Family Funeral Directors, Thornlea, 34 Ladysmill, Falkirk (2026)

02/04/2026

Resting safely in the care of our family 🖤🤍

JACKSON, Mary
Larbert

With heavy hearts, on behalf of her loving family, we announce the peaceful passing of Mary Jackson.

On Friday evening, 27th March 2026, the angels came down and took Mary to rest. A wonderful Mum, Granny, Mother-in-law, Sister, Auntie, Sister-in-law, and dear friend to so many.

Mary, born in Leeds in January 1938, became a proud mother in April 1971, a moment she always said was her proudest. She devoted her life unconditionally to her family, loving them all with extraordinary warmth and generosity.
She cherished her son, his wife Sharon, their children Elisa, Jay, and Luca, and Ava, Luca’s girlfriend, each holding a special place in her heart. Mary’s love extended to her beloved dog Bruno and her adopted animal companions, Lola and Albie. Her best friend Anne, Sharon’s mum, her brother Mike and his wife Di, Sarah and Roger and their children, Mark and Kirsty, along with Auntie Susan, were all part of her daily loving thoughts.
Mary often spoke with affection about her own heroes, her Grandma Jackson and her Nana and Grandad Crossley, keeping their memory alive through the stories and tales she passed down after they had gone.
Known for her kindness and generosity, Mary would have given anyone her last penny if she thought it might help or bring a little happiness to someone’s day. She never put herself first, always thinking of others in everything she did.

A service of celebration for the life of Mary will be held in Falkirk Crematorium on Tuesday, 7th April, at 3:15 pm.

Family and friends are welcome to attend.

It is a true honour for us to be entrusted with Mary’s care and service arrangements. As always, our thoughts and heartfelt love are with Simon, Sharon, Elisa, Jay, Luca, and Ava, as well as all of Mary’s wider family and many friends at this incredibly difficult time.

Rest in eternal peace, Mary 🖤🤍

“This is not goodbye, only a 'see you later,' until we are together again.”

For all enquiries, please contact Sam & Andrew at Ladysmill, Falkirk: 01324 636446.
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31/03/2026

Resting safely in the care of our family 🖤🤍

McLARTY, Robert

With heavy hearts, on behalf of his loving family, we announce the peaceful passing of Robert McLarty.

Robert passed away at Forth Valley Royal Hospital on 20th March 2026, aged 83 years. A devoted dad, a proud granda and great-granda, and a great friend to many.

Robert was a much-loved man who meant the world to those around him. He brought warmth, kindness, and quiet strength into the lives of his family and friends. He was deeply loved, and that love will never fade. His presence and his love will be remembered and cherished always.

He will be so very sadly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. His loss leaves a space that can never be filled, but his memory will live on forever in the hearts of those who loved him most and were proud to share in his life.

A service of celebration for the life of Robert will take place at Falkirk Crematorium on Tuesday, 7th April at 10:45 am and thereafter at Camelon Cemetery for an interment.

Family and friends are warmly invited to attend.

Further service and donation details can be found on Robert’s dedicated memorial page below:

robertmclarty.muchloved.com

It is a true honour for us to be entrusted with Robert’s care and service arrangements. As always, our thoughts and heartfelt love are with Heather and all of Robert’s wider family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.

Rest in eternal peace, Robert 🖤🤍

“You gave us love, strength and everything we needed; we will carry you with us always.”

For all enquiries, please contact Sam & Andrew on 01324 636446.
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30/03/2026

There have been important changes to how funeral plans are sold, all designed to better protect families and give greater peace of mind.

Since July 2022, funeral plans are now regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

This means:
🖤 Funeral plans must be provided by authorised,
regulated companies
🖤 Cold calling and pressure selling are no longer
allowed
🖤 Commission-based selling has been removed
🖤 Your money is protected and plans must deliver
what is promised
🖤 You now have access to independent support if
something goes wrong.

These changes help ensure that funeral plans are safer, clearer, and more trustworthy for everyone.

Also, many people don’t realise that it may be possible to transfer your existing funeral plan to another funeral director if your wishes change, just speak to the funeral director you would like to use for advice.

If you're considering a funeral plan or would simply like some guidance, we're always here for a friendly, no-obligation chat.

Sam & Andrew 🖤🤍

28/03/2026

As a family, we would like to personally thank all relatives, friends, and neighbours for the kindness and support shown to us during this difficult time.

Tracy, William and I are truly grateful to everyone who attended Mum’s service on Wednesday 25th March at the Grange Manor Hotel, and thereafter at Old Grandsable Cemetery, or who paid their respects in any way. Your presence and thoughtful messages have brought us great comfort.

A very special thank you to Independent Celebrant Dougie Smith, whose service was perfect in every way and captured mum exactly as she was. Your words brought great comfort to us all.

Our sincere thanks go to Lynne at Poppy's & Petals and the The Flower Girls for the beautiful floral tributes, which were greatly admired by all.

We would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Grange Manor Hotel for their care, support, and professionalism throughout the service, and for providing the funeral tea afterwards. Your kindness and attention to detail meant so much to our family.

Finally, we are deeply grateful for the compassion and support shown to us all as we said goodbye to our much-loved mum, also a devoted gran, sister, sister-in-law, auntie, and friend. She was a truly kind and caring lady who touched the lives of so many. Her warmth, compassion, and gentle nature will never be forgotten, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Rest in eternal peace, Mum, now back in the arms of Dad forever 🤍🖤

“May she rest in peace and love. Her spirit will always be remembered.”

28/03/2026

The family of the cherished Terence Buchannan, known to many as ‘Terry’, wish to express their heartfelt thanks to everyone who gathered on Tuesday 17th March at St Joseph RC Church and thereafter at Hills of Dunipace Cemetery to celebrate his life.

They are also deeply grateful to all who have shared kind words, messages of love, and treasured memories in the days and weeks since his passing. Your stories and reflections truly honour the good times and the wonderful man Terry was.

Sincere thanks are extended to Father Matthew of St Josephs RC Church for creating and delivering such a thoughtful and fitting service, and to Lynne at Poppy's & Petals for her care and support in arranging Terry’s beautiful floral tributes.

Terry was deeply loved by all who knew him, a devoted family man and a loyal friend whose warmth, kindness, and presence meant so much to so many. He will be truly missed every day, and his absence will be felt in countless ways, but the love and memories he leaves behind will continue to bring comfort to those who knew him best.

It has been an honour and a privilege to care for Terry, to meet his lovely wife Christine and all of the family, and to learn about his life. We will continue to offer our support to them in the weeks and months ahead in any way we can.

Rest in eternal peace, Terry 💚🤍💛

“May he rest in peace and love. His spirit will always be remembered.”

A Bhoy's Farewell
The final whistle has blown, the match is done,
A loyal heart is resting now, another battle won.
From Paradise to a distant shore,
You'll sing the Celtic songs forevermore.
With the spirit of the Lions and a green-and-white soul,
You've reached the final, ultimate goal.
So take your place in the stands on high, And watch us cheer beneath the Glasgow sky.
Rest now, faithful Bhoy, for you know it's true,
You'll Never Walk Alone.

26/03/2026

The family of the much-loved Lindsay Baird would like to sincerely thank everyone who came together on Friday, 20th March at Falkirk Crematorium to honour and celebrate his life.

They are also truly appreciative of the many kind words, messages of support, and shared memories received in the days and weeks following his sudden passing. Each story and reflection has been a touching tribute to Lindsay and the wonderful person he was.

Heartfelt thanks are extended to Independent Celebrant Dougie Smith for writing and delivering such a meaningful and fitting service, to Tammie for her kindness and care in arranging Lindsay’s beautiful floral tributes, and to the staff at Camelon Social Club for their service and support with Lindsay’s funeral tea.

It was clear to see just how much Lindsay meant to so many, reflected in the number of people who came together to support his family and pay their respects. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

It has been a true honour and privilege to care for Lindsay, learn about his life and support his lovely family. We will continue to support them in the weeks and months ahead, in any way we can.

Rest in eternal peace, Lindsay 🖤🤍

“May he rest in peace and love. His spirit will always be remembered.”

19/03/2026

With new regulations due to be introduced within the funeral industry, it is more important than ever for families to feel informed, supported, and confident when choosing a funeral director.

Choosing a funeral director is a very personal decision, and it’s important families feel comfortable, informed, and supported in making that choice.

One of the most important things to consider when making that choice is reputation. At such a difficult time, you need someone you can trust, someone who will answer your questions honestly, guide you when needed, and support you throughout the journey.

Families are entirely within their rights to ask questions about a funeral director’s facilities, particularly regarding mortuary care and where their loved one will be looked after. Not all funeral homes operate with the same level of facilities, and it is important to feel reassured about the standards of care being provided. A reputable funeral director will always welcome these questions and be open in their answers.

We are proud to be a completely family-owned and run funeral home. Our small, dedicated team includes husband and wife Andrew and Sam, Sam’s stepdad Stewart, and our daughter-in-law Lauren. Together, we share the same values and commitment to caring for every family who comes through our doors.

We too have experienced loss, which has given us a true understanding of what families go through and allowed us to recognise what was often missing within our community in terms of funeral services and bereavement support. We have used that experience to shape our own unique way of caring for families, both during the arrangements and long after the day of the service.

Our care is unlike any other locally, and we take great pride in ensuring families feel that what we do is far more than a job, it is a way of life. We truly believe this is evident from the very first point of contact.

Nothing is more important to us than our own family, and we carry those same values into our business, ensuring that every family and loved one we care for feels that same sense of compassion, respect, and genuine support.

We are approachable and always here to help. We believe our role as funeral directors is to guide and support families, helping to make a difficult time as easy and as comfortable as possible. We are committed to offering only the services you truly need, and our prices remain consistent, transparent, and affordable.

It is also important to consider the standard of a funeral home’s facilities. Over the past four years since establishing our independent funeral home, we have worked hard to create a beautiful and welcoming environment, including a private visiting room and a modern, fully equipped mortuary facility.

These facilities allow us to promise that from the very moment your loved one is received into our care, they remain with us until the day we accompany them on their final journey, something that is unique within our area.

This means your loved one is cared for within our own funeral home at all times, ensuring they are treated with dignity, respect, and professionalism throughout.

Lastly, we believe transparency is incredibly important in the care we provide. We are always open and honest about how we work, the standards we maintain, and the facilities where your loved one will be cared for. We are more than happy to show family members exactly where their loved one will be resting, so you can feel comfortable, reassured, and confident in the care and dignity being given at every stage.

Merrilees- An Independent Family Business With Real Family Values. Serving our Community with Dignity, Respect and Understanding. Providing Compassionate Guidance and Professional Care to Families in Their Time of Need. 🖤🤍

19/03/2026

On behalf of her loving family, we gently share the service details for the late June Ramsay of Grangemouth.

June passed away suddenly but peacefully on Saturday, 28th February 2026 in Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, aged 61 years. A much-loved sister, treasured aunty, and a wonderful friend to many.

June was a wonderful sister, a treasured aunty, and a truly lovely person who meant so much to her family and friends. She was very family orientated, and the people she loved were always at the heart of her life. She cared deeply for those around her and brought warmth and kindness wherever she went.

Her passing leaves a deep sadness, and she will be greatly missed by her family and by everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. The love she shared and the memories she created will stay in the hearts of those who loved her forever.

June will always be remembered as a kind, caring, and gentle soul, someone who was easy to be around and whose presence meant a great deal to the people who loved her.

A service of celebration for the life of June will be held in Falkirk Crematorium on Tuesday, 31st March 2026, at 12:15 pm.

Family and friends are welcome to attend.

Rest in eternal peace, June 🖤🤍

“The bond between sisters is everlasting, love like that never fades, it only grows stronger in memory.”

For all enquiries, please contact Sam & Andrew at Ladysmill, Falkirk: 01324 636446.
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19/03/2026

Resting safely in the care of our family 🖤🤍

WOODS, Michael
Whitecross

With heavy hearts, on behalf of his loving family, we announce the passing of Michael Woods (Mick).

Mick passed away peacefully at Bo’ness Community Hospital on Friday, 13th March 2026, aged 56 years. A loving husband to Sheena, much-loved dad to Michael, stepdad to Lisa, Thomas and Stuart, a cherished brother and uncle, a treasured grandad, and a great friend to many.

Mick was a truly lovely person with a great personality, someone people thought the world of. He had a natural warmth about him and an easy way that made everyone feel comfortable in his company. A devoted husband to Sheena, a proud dad and stepdad, a much-loved grandad and a loyal friend, Mick meant so much to so many.

His family and loved ones were at the centre of everything he did, but he also treasured time with his friends, sharing laughs and good company. His presence will be deeply missed.

His loss leaves a huge hole in the lives of all who knew him. It feels so unfair that he was taken so soon, and it is hard to accept or understand. Mick leaves behind a great legacy and will never be forgotten, always remembered with love and affection.

A Service of Celebration for the life of Mick will take place at Falkirk Crematorium on Monday, 30th March 2026 at 12:15 pm.

Family and friends are welcome to attend.

Further service and donation details can be found on Mick’s dedicated memorial page below:

michael-woods-1969-2026.muchloved.com

It is a true honour for us to be entrusted with Mick’s care and service arrangements. As always, our thoughts and heartfelt love are with Sheena, Michael, Lisa, Thomas, Stuart, and all of Mick’s wider family and many friends at this incredibly difficult time.

Rest in eternal peace, Mick 🖤🤍

“Your love lives on in every memory we hold close.”

For all enquiries, please get in touch with Sam & Andrew on 01324 636446.
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15/03/2026

Today, on Mothering Sunday, our thoughts are with those whose hearts may feel a little heavier.

We remember all the mums, grandmothers, daughters and mother figures who are now in heaven but are loved, missed and thought about every single day. Mothering Sunday can bring both beautiful memories and deep sadness when someone so special is no longer here.

We also hold in our thoughts the daughters and sons who are facing this day without their mum, grandmother or a special mother figure beside them. Our hearts are also with the mothers who live each day without their child, and the grandmothers who carry the heartbreak of living without their grandchild.

We are also thinking of those who long to be mothers but are still waiting or facing a difficult journey.

As a family funeral directors, we also take a moment to remember the many mothers, grandmothers, daughters and mother figures we have had the privilege of caring for. It is an honour we never take lightly, and we continue to hold their families in our thoughts.

Today can mean many different things to many different people. If this day is a difficult one for you, please know you are not alone. Know today that all our love and thoughts are with you.

Sending gentle thoughts to everyone who may need them this Mothering Sunday. 🖤🤍

13/03/2026

Resting safely in the care of our family 🖤🤍

MERRILEES, Elizabeth
Grangemouth

With heavy hearts, on behalf of her loving family, we announce the passing of Elizabeth Merrilees.

Elizabeth “Betty” passed away surrounded by love at Forth Valley Royal Hospital on Saturday, 7th March 2026, aged 72 years.

Beloved wife of the late William, much-loved mum of Tracy, William and Andrew, devoted gran to Greig, Beth, Marc, Katie and AJ, much-loved mother-in-law to Craig, Nadine and Sam, devoted sister, sister-in-law and aunty, long-time companion to Jamie, future grandmother-in-law to Erin, and a wonderful friend to many.

Betty was truly an amazing woman whose love for her family was fierce, constant and never in doubt. She made sure the people she loved knew exactly how much they meant to her, telling them every single day.

Always a constant source of love and support, she was there whenever she was needed. Strong, kind and deeply caring, Betty was a woman admired and respected by everyone who knew her, and a source of strength that helped hold her family together.

Nothing in this world meant more to Betty than her children and her grandchildren. They were her entire life and at the centre of everything she did. Her grandchildren brought her immense pride and joy, and she loved nothing more than watching them grow, supporting them, guiding them and reminding them just how loved they were.

While her loss is deeply felt, there is comfort in knowing that Betty is now reunited with her beloved William, together once more, just as they were always meant to be.

She leaves a space in the hearts of her family that can never be filled, but the love she gave, the memories she created and the impact she made will remain with them always.

A service of celebration for the life of Betty will be held in the Grange Manor Hotel on Wednesday, 25th March, at 12 noon, followed by an interment in Old Grandsable Cemetery.

Family and friends are welcome to attend.

Further service and donation details can be found on Betty’s dedicated memorial page below:

elizabethmerrilees.muchloved.com

As her family, although this is incredibly difficult for us, it is also a true privilege to be able to care for our beloved mum Betty, arrange her service, and give her the farewell she deserves. Our thoughts and love remain with our extended family and Betty’s many friends at this very difficult time.

Rest in eternal peace, Betty 🖤🤍

“Apart for a while, together again for eternity.”

For all enquiries, please contact Sam & Andrew at Ladysmill, Falkirk: 01324 636446.
merrileesfuneraldirectors.co.uk

12/03/2026

One of the most important things to consider when choosing a funeral director is their reputation. At such a difficult time, you need someone you can trust, someone who will answer your questions honestly, guide you when needed, and support you throughout the journey.

We are proud to be a completely family-owned and run funeral home. Our small, dedicated team includes husband and wife Andrew and Sam, Sam’s stepdad Stewart, and our daughter-in-law Lauren. Together we share the same values and commitment to caring for every family who comes through our doors.

It is also important to consider the standard of a funeral home’s facilities. Over the past four years since establishing our independent funeral home, we have worked hard to create a beautiful home and welcoming funeral home premises, including a private visiting room and a state-of-the-art mortuary facility.

These facilities allow us to promise that from the very moment your loved one is received into the care of our family, they remain with us until the day we accompany them on their final journey, something that is completely unique within our area.

This allows us to care for your loved one within our own funeral home at all times, from the moment they come into out care until the day of the service ensuring they are treated with dignity, respect, and professionalism throughout.

Lastly, we believe transparency is incredibly important in the care we provide. We are always open and honest about how we work, the standards we maintain, and the facilities where your loved one will be cared for. We are more than happy to show family members exactly where their loved one will be resting, so you can feel comfortable, reassured, and confident in the care and dignity being given at every stage 🖤🤍

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