Ian Esslemont Funeral Directors Ltd

Ian Esslemont Funeral Directors Ltd Funeral Directors in Huntly and Macduff and all surrounding area. 24 hour assistance! Over 30 years experience to help your family at your time of need

Ian Esslemont Funeral Directors Ltd is an appointed representative of Golden Charter Limited trading as Golden Charter Funeral Plans which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN:965279).

We’re pleased to announce the return of Light a Candle for this year!You will soon be able to create online memorials to...
25/02/2026

We’re pleased to announce the return of Light a Candle for this year!

You will soon be able to create online memorials to remember your loved ones this Mother’s Day.

We'll be sharing virtual candles on our page between 02 March - 16 March. Remember, there is no cost for you or your family to get involved and create an online memorial. Look out for updates...

With kind permission from Frank’s family:SMITH(Huntly)David, Linda and their families would like to thank all relatives,...
24/02/2026

With kind permission from Frank’s family:

SMITH

(Huntly)

David, Linda and their families would like to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for the kind expressions of sympathy extended to them by way of cards, calls, messages and flowers received on the sad passing of Frank. Special thanks to Alexander Scotts Hospital for the kind care and attention given to Frank and his family, to Nicola Johnston for her personalized tribute to Frank, to Flowers by Audrey for the beautiful floral arrangement and the Huntly Football Club and Fiona Forest for the most welcoming teas. Sincere thanks to Ian Esslemont Funeral Directors for their most dignified and compassionate arrangements. Finally, to all who paid their last respects at the chapel and generously donated £192 to Marie Curie nurses. Frank will be sadly missed by all.

UPDATED NOTICE WITH FUNERAL DATE & TIME:With kind permission from Brian’s family:KELLAS(Huntly/Keith)Peacefully at home ...
23/02/2026

UPDATED NOTICE WITH FUNERAL DATE & TIME:

With kind permission from Brian’s family:

KELLAS

(Huntly/Keith)

Peacefully at home on Saturday, February 21, Brian, aged 56 years, beloved husband and best friend of Nicola, adored dad to Arran and Ethan and loving father-in-law of Urszula, doting granda to Violet, cherished eldest son of Hugh and Eleanor, much loved brother of Robert, brother-in-law to Clare, Izzy, Kevin, Johan-Louise and the late Chris, a special uncle, nephew and friend. Funeral Ceremony at St. Rufus Church, Keith on Friday, March 6 at 2.00pm. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at church door in aid of Friends of Jubilee Hospital.

With kind permission from Joy’s family:DONALD (Huntly) The family of the late Joy would like to thank all relatives, fri...
23/02/2026

With kind permission from Joy’s family:

DONALD



(Huntly)



The family of the late Joy would like to thank all relatives, friends and good neighbours for the many kind expressions of sympathy extended to them by way of cards, calls, messages and flowers received on their sad loss. We would particularly like to thank Mum’s neighbours, Gogs and Ann, Michael and Frances and George and Gracie, for the considerate, caring support they extended to Mum. Special thanks to staff at ARI for their care and attention, to Rev. Carol Ford for the comforting service, to Jenny Stewart for the beautiful music she played and to The Bank Café for the lovely teas and finally sincere thanks to Ian Esslemont Funeral Directors for their compassionate and dignified arrangements.

With kind permission from Donna’s family:GAULD(Huntly)The family of the late Donna wish to thank all relatives, friends ...
20/02/2026

With kind permission from Donna’s family:

GAULD

(Huntly)

The family of the late Donna wish to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for the many kind expressions of sympathy extended to them by way of cards, calls, messages and flowers received following their sad loss. Special thanks to all medical staff involved with Donna’s care for their kindness and care, to Jeff Diack for such a personal and heartwarming tribute to Donna, to Huntly Golf Club for the lovely refreshments and to Flowers by Audrey for the beautiful floral tributes. Sincere thanks to Ian Esslemont Funeral Directors for their exemplary compassion and guidance they have shown to us whilst making the arrangements and beyond. Finally, thank you to all who paid their last respects at the crematorium who generously donated £ 1200 to be divided between Friends of Anchor and British Heart Foundation. Donna will be sorely missed.

With kind permission from John’s family:INGRAM(Huntly)The family of the late John would like to thank all relatives, fri...
19/02/2026

With kind permission from John’s family:

INGRAM

(Huntly)

The family of the late John would like to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for the kind expressions of sympathy extended to them by way of cards, calls, messages and flowers received on their recent sad loss. Special thanks to Rothieden and the home carers for their kind care and attention, to Jeff Diack for the way in which he captured dad through his service, and to Huntly Golf Club for the welcoming teas. Grateful thanks to Ian Esslemont and his team for their most caring and dignified funeral arrangements.

With kind permission from Eric’s family:BRUCE(Macduff)Peacefully at Dounemount Care Home, on Friday, February 13, 2026, ...
19/02/2026

With kind permission from Eric’s family:

BRUCE
(Macduff)
Peacefully at Dounemount Care Home, on Friday, February 13, 2026, Eric, aged 93 years. Beloved husband of the late Wilma, adored dad of Angela, Audrey and Alison, dear father-in-law, granda, great granda and friend to many. Funeral private at Eric’s request.

With kind permission from Tom’s family:Chyla (Rothiemay/Huntly) Caroline, Charlotte & family sincerely thank all relativ...
18/02/2026

With kind permission from Tom’s family:

Chyla

(Rothiemay/Huntly)



Caroline, Charlotte & family sincerely thank all relatives, friends, neighbours, customers and staff for the overwhelming expressions of sympathy by way of cards, letters, messages & flowers received on the sudden and sad loss of Tom. Our sincere thanks to Jeff Diack, celebrant, for the excellent eulogy, La Rose Dufftown for the beautiful flowers, Fiona Forrest and staff for the lovely refreshments. Special thanks to Ian Esselmont and team for their care and compassion. Lastly to all who paid their last respects at the hall and graveside, who generously donated £2049 to the British Heart Foundation. Tom will be sorely missed.

With kind permission from Robert’s family:WINK(Huntly)It is with great sadness that we have to announce the passing of R...
13/02/2026

With kind permission from Robert’s family:

WINK
(Huntly)
It is with great sadness that we have to announce the passing of Robert Barrie (Rob/Bob) after a short stay in ARI on Wednesday, 11th February, 2026, aged 88 years. Beloved husband of the late Hilda Moggach. A loving dad to Angela and Barrie, granda, great-granda and father-in-law. Also a dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend. Funeral service at Strathbogie Drumblade Church, Huntly on Friday, 20th February, 2026 at 11am, thereafter to Huntly Cemetery. All family and friends welcome. Family flowers only, but donations in lieu to Marie Curie, a charity close to his heart.

With kind permission from Sandy’s family:DONALD(Huntly)Susan, Sandy, Carole & family wish to sincerely thank all relativ...
13/02/2026

With kind permission from Sandy’s family:

DONALD

(Huntly)

Susan, Sandy, Carole & family wish to sincerely thank all relatives, friends & neighbours for the numerous kind expressions of sympathy which have been extended to them by way of cards, calls, visits, messages and flowers received in the days following Sandy's sad passing. Special thanks to Dr McLardy & staff at ARI for their care and attention, to Janet Donnelly for her personal and caring service, to Lotus Petals for the beautiful floral tributes and to Huntly Golf Club for the lovely teas. Sincere thanks to Ian and his team at Ian Esslemont Funeral Directors for their compassionate & dignified arrangements. Sandy will be sorely missed by all.

With kind permission from Andrew’s family:CRUICKSHANK(Huntly)Donna, Kenny and family would like to thank everyone for th...
11/02/2026

With kind permission from Andrew’s family:

CRUICKSHANK

(Huntly)

Donna, Kenny and family would like to thank everyone for their kind expressions of sympathy extended to them by way of cards, calls, messages and flowers received on the sad loss of their son Andrew. Special thank you to Andrew’s carers, you were the best, to Jeff Diack for capturing Andrew so well in the service and to Ian Esslemont Funeral Directors for their excellent and compassionate arrangements.

With kind permission from Donna’s family:Gauld(Huntly)At home after a short illness, bravely borne, on Sunday, February ...
06/02/2026

With kind permission from Donna’s family:

Gauld

(Huntly)

At home after a short illness, bravely borne, on Sunday, February 1, 2026, Donna Louise (nee Reith), aged 58 years, wife of the late Willie, partner of Davie, mum to Alec, daughter of Dorothy and the late Sandy and friend to many. Funeral ceremony at Moray Crematorium, Buckie on Friday, February 13, at 10.30am. All friends are respectfully invited. No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at crematorium door in aid of Friends of Anchor and British Heart Foundation.
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