John Gilfillan Funeral Directors

30/12/2025

Acknowledgement of thanks from the family of the Late Jim Dryburgh:

Jim, Yvonne, Stevie, Donna and family would like to thank John Gilfillan Funeral Directors , Paul, Angela, Kirsty and Darren for their Professionalism, support and kindness given through out.
Thank you to the GillyTree Studio for their fantastic Fire Engine flower arrangement, it was lovely.

A big thank you to Craig Adamson for his uplifting service and kind words, thank you to Anne and staff at The Village Inn for the light refreshments.

A special thanks to Dana, at Fernlea care Home, for organising with Lochgelly Fire Service, a Fire Engine to es**rt dad on his final journey to Kinglassie Cemetery, the guys were amazing, it gave him a send off which he would have been very proud off.

We would also like to sincerely thank everyone that came to say there final goodbyes to Jim.

Jim’s family would like to thank all the staff at Fernlea Care Home, for all there care and attention over the last 21 months,
and to Katie & Cara (District Nurses) for nursed him and his Diabetes.

Thanks to Hospital at Home for there care and attention.
Last, but not least all the nurses and Doctors at Victoria Hospital Kirkcaldy, for all there help, support and treatment given to our dad (Jim) over the last 3 years.

30/12/2025

Funeral details concerning the late Robin Thomson.

THOMSON

Peacefully, at Cameron Hospital, Windygates, on Friday 26th December 2025, Robin Thomson aged 62 years of Lochgelly.

Beloved brother of Stewart and Linda, dear brother-in-law to Jennifer and Derek, much loved uncle, great uncle, cousin and very good friend to many more.

You will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved you Robin you were a true gentleman.

Funeral service will take place at Kirkcaldy Crematorium on Wednesday 14th January at 1.30 to which all relatives and friends are respectfully invited, family flowers only please, however donations if so desired will be gratefully received on leaving the crematorium in aid of Ward 23, Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy.

30/12/2025

Funeral details concerning the late Sharon Mullen:

MULLEN

Suddenly, but peacefully at home, on Saturday 20th December 2025, Sharon Mullen, aged 58 years of Ballingry, formerly Kelty.

Loving mum to Gail, Donna, Sean and Samantha, dear mother-in-law, doting gran, beloved daughter of the late Harry and Annie, much loved sister of Thomas, Linda, Harry and Maryann, loving auntie, cousin to many and a good friend who will be sadly missed.

Funeral mass will take place at St Kenneth and Bernards RC Church, Ballingry, on Monday 12th January 2026 at 10am, followed by interment at Ballingry Cemetery at 11am, to which all relatives and friends are respectfully invited.

30/12/2025

Funeral details concerning the late June Duff.

DUFF

Peacefully, at home on Thursday 25th December 2025, June Duff aged 58 years of Lochgelly.

Beloved sister of Joyce, Jim and the late Ian and the late Irene, much loved auntie, great auntie, cousin and great friend to many more.

Funeral Service will take place at Kirkcaldy Crematorium on Tuesday 13th January at 10.15am, to which all relatives and friends are respectfully invited, family flowers only please, however donations if so desired will be gratefully received on leaving the crematorium in aid of SSPCA.

23/12/2025

Funeral details concerning the late William McLean:

MCLEAN

Suddenly, but peacefully, with his loving family by his side, at Camilla House, Auchtertool, on Wednesday 17th December 2025, William ‘Bill’ McLean, aged 92 years of Lochgelly.

Beloved husband of Irene, loving dad to Jillian and the late Douglas, dear father-in-law of Alex and Mary, doting grandad to Lisa, Steven, Gary and Vicky, auld grandad Bill to John, Hayden, Jamie, Isla, Heidi and a very good friend to many others.

Funeral service will take place at Kirkcaldy Crematorium, on Friday the 9th January at 11:45am, to which all family and friends are respectfully invited; family flowers only please, however donations can be made on leaving the crematorium in aid of Camilla House, Auchtertool.

22/12/2025

Acknowledgement of thanks, from the family of the late Margaret Crombie.

Jim and Linda would like to give their heartfelt thanks to the amazing team at John Gilfillan Funeral Directors, including Paul, Angela, Kirsty and Darren and everyone else that made our experience as pain free as possible. Your suggestions, helpfulness, kindness and professionalism cannot be overstated.

Big thanks to Scott Burton who did a consummate and touching job with the eulogy. thanks to Gillytree Studios, Glenrothes, for the lovely floral tribute.

Sincere thank you to all the family and friends, who took the time to pay their respects to mum (Margaret), at the crematorium. We were touched and comforted by their presence.

Finally, thanks, to those who sent cards, flowers and messages of comfort in the past few weeks, it is greatly appreciated.

22/12/2025

Funeral details concerning the late Jean Payne.

PAYNE

Peacefully, in the presence of her loving family, on Tuesday 16th December 2025, at Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy, Jean Payne, aged 85 years of Lochore.

Beloved wife of Mick, loving mum to Carol and Michael, dear mother-in-law to Patrick, much loved sister, auntie, cousin and a great friend to many more.

You will be sadly missed Jean.

Funeral service will take place at Lochore Institute on Wednesday 7th January at 11.00am, interment thereafter at Ballingry Cemetery at 11.45am, to which all relatives and friends are respectfully invited, donations if so desired will be gratefully received at Lochore Institute in aid of Ward 44 Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy.

19/12/2025

Acknowledgement of thanks, from the family of the late Alan Anderson.

Joan and all the family would like to express our heartfelt thanks, to all family, friends and the golfing community, for the cards, flowers and messages of condolence, following the sad passing of Alan.

A very special thank you to Paul, Angela, John, Kirsty and Darren at John Gilfillan Funeral Directors, for all your professional help and guidance at such a difficult time. Paul, your patience and understanding was greatly appreciated.

To Denis Madden, a special thanks for the wonderful service you gave for Alan, Thanks also to GillyTree Studios for the lovely floral tribute.

Sincere thank you to all the staff and members of Dunfermline Golf Club, for providing us with a wonderful space to come together to celebrate Alan, your hospitality was incredible.

Finally, we would like to thank everyone who attended the service at Dunfermline Crematorium to pay their final respects to Alan, and for the generous donations of £898.40 which will go to Maggie’s Centre Kirkcaldy, it is greatly appreciated.

19/12/2025

Funeral details concerning the late Myra Baxter.

BAXTER

Peacefully, at Moss View Care Home, Lochgelly, on Wednesday 17th December 2025, Myra Baxter aged 88 years of Cowdenbeath.

Beloved and cherished mum to Kerri, dear mother-in-law to the late Paul, doting gran to Robert and Dale, great gran of Lucas and Elliot, much loved sister to the late Agnes and the late Elizabeth.
Myra was a great friend to many more and will be sadly missed.

Funeral service will take place at Dunfermline Crematorium on Thursday 8th January at 10.45, to which all relatives and friends are respectfully invited, family flowers only please, however donations if so desired will be gratefully received on leaving the crematorium in aid of Dementia Scotland.

18/12/2025

Funeral details concerning the late James Caughey:

CAUGHEY

Peacefully, in the presence of his loving family, at Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy, on Sunday 14th December 2025, James ‘Jim’ Caughey, aged 81 years of Cardenden, formerly Glenboig.

Beloved husband of the late Margaret, loving dad to Thomas, Jim, Gerard, Lee-Anne and Julie, doting grandad to Katie-Lee, Dylyn, Georgi, Tamzyn, Danielle, James, Samuel and Caitlin, much loved brother of Mary, Pat and John, a dear uncle, cousin and good friend to many more.

Funeral mass will take place at St Ninians RC Church on Tuesday 30th December, at 10:00am, followed by interment at Lochgelly Cemetery at 11:00am, to which all relatives and friends are respectfully invited.

18/12/2025

New Year Message from John

Hi everybody

As we approach the end of the year, I extend my best wishes to everyone for a successful and prosperous 2026.

For many, bringing in the New Year is a time of reflection, particularly those who have endured the sad loss of a loved one this year. I, myself have attended several relative’s funerals this year, the older we get, the more funerals we attend is most certainly true in its meaning.

A decade after establishing John Gilfillan Funeral Directors, I remain profoundly respectful of the dignity and resilience consistently demonstrated by those we serve during times of personal loss. Thank you to everyone who, despite their own personal grief, has trusted us and treated our funeral homes with friendliness and respect.

I would like to express my appreciation to my team for their professionalism, dedication, and reliability. I also extend my gratitude to local clergy and celebrants, whose commitment to supporting our families is commendable.

I’m please to say that we have our festive memory tree in place in Lochgelly along with memory cards. Please, feel free to call in to write your own unique message to a loved one, or alternatively call the office or message and we will be more than happy to follow your instructions.

Take care everyone.

Kindest regards
John

18/12/2025

Finlay Rutherford — A Loving, Caring, and Funny young boy taken far too soon.

Our hearts are broken by the loss of our cherished son, but your love and support have brought us some comfort during this difficult time.
We wish to sincerely thank everyone who attended Finlay’s funeral and has shown us kindness.

Special thanks to the following:

To John Gilfillan Funeral Directors, Angela, John, Paul, Kirsty and Darren, thank you for your compassionate guidance and the beautiful arrangements for Finlay’s funeral.
To Scott Burton, our heartfelt appreciation for your meaningful service that honored Finlay.
To Melanie Sinclair, thank you for the lovely flowers.
To Dean Saunders, the piper, thank you for playing one of Finlay’s favorite songs.
Callum Robertson Funeral Directors for providing additional limousines.
Glen the chapel attendant at the crematorium for his compassion.

We are deeply grateful to Finlay’s friends for their touching letters and stories, and to all family and friends for the cards, flowers, and gifts that have comforted us.

Finally, thank you for the generous donations made in Finlay’s memory to CRY. We remain dedicated to raise awareness and promote testing in our community, with the hope of preventing others from suffering as we have. https://www.c-r-y.org.uk/finlay-rutherford/

Forever in our hearts, son. We love you always.💙###

Finlay Gordon Rutherford