David M Ellen Funeral Directors

David M Ellen Funeral Directors "A family business to help you in your time of need." Long established Funeral Directors serving Nairn and the surrounding area for over 70 years.

PROCTOR (Nairn) Peacefully, with his family by his side at his home, on Saturday, 25th April 2026, Patrick Proctor (Patt...
28/04/2026

PROCTOR (Nairn)
Peacefully, with his family by his side at his home, on Saturday, 25th April 2026, Patrick Proctor (Patty) of Ordview Road, Nairn, aged 82 years. A beloved husband of Kathleen, a much-loved father of Patricia and Martin, a caring father-in-law of Ali, a devoted grandad of Megan, great-grandad of Patrick, a sadly missed brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many. Funeral service at Nairn United Reformed Church on Friday, 8th May at 12.00noon, thereafter to Auldearn Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Nairn District Nurses.

Announced with the family's permission.

24/04/2026

TULLOCH (Forres/Culbokie)
Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Saturday, 18th April 2026, Colin James Tulloch of Culbokie and formerly of Forres, aged 69 years. Beloved son of the late Moyra and William, a much-loved brother of Wilma, Brian and Ewan, a dear uncle and great-uncle and a sadly missed relative and friend. Funeral service at Tom Ross & Sons’ Chapel, Orchard Road, Forres on Thursday, 7th May at 1.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Funeral attire not necessary. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Munlochy Animal Aid.

Announced with the family's permission.

CLARK (Nairn) Peacefully and dignified, at Kingsmills Care Home, Inverness, on Friday, 17th April 2026, Audrey Masson Cl...
21/04/2026

CLARK (Nairn)
Peacefully and dignified, at Kingsmills Care Home, Inverness, on Friday, 17th April 2026, Audrey Masson Clark (née Mackay) of Caledonian Street, Nairn, aged 89 years. Beloved wife of the late David, a much-loved mother of Lorraine, Audrey, David and the late Eva, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother, a sadly missed sister and good friend to many. Funeral service at Nairn Old Parish Church on Thursday, 30th April at 1.00pm, thereafter to Nairn Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Versus Arthritis.

Announced with the family's permission.

17/04/2026

MASSON (Alves)
Peacefully, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, on Friday, 17th April 2026, Brian Masson of Moray Avenue, Alves, aged 70 years. Beloved son of Irene and the late David, a much-loved brother of Gordon, a dear brother-in-law of Audrey and a sadly missed uncle and great-uncle. Funeral service private at his own request.

Announced with the family's permission.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSHIELDS (Inverness)Noah and The Maclennan family wish to express their heartfelt thanks to everyone for t...
17/04/2026

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

SHIELDS (Inverness)
Noah and The Maclennan family wish to express their heartfelt thanks to everyone for the kindness and support shown following their recent loss. Our sincere gratitude to Rev. Steven Manders for his compassionate service, which was a beautiful tribute to Joe. Special thanks to David M. Ellen Funeral Directors for their professional and considerate assistance with the arrangements. Thank you also to Lorne Macleod for sharing such fond memories. We are especially grateful to the Cawdor Tug of War Team, a significant part of Joe’s life, for sharing their stories with Noah. Our thanks to Myles for piping at the service and graveside. Our appreciation also goes to Fiona’s Flower Studio Inverness and The Flower Shop Nairn for the exquisite floral tributes. Many thanks to The Star Inn for their hospitality and catering. Special gratitude to Mike Gordon and Joe’s fellow colleagues at Cairn for voicing their concern and support. Thanks to all who attended the service and generously donated to Mikeysline; a total of £895.06 was raised in memory of Joe.

Announced with the family's permission.

GRANT (Nairn) Sadly, on Friday, 10th April 2026, Stephen Grant (SG), ex P J Grant & Sons, of Merryton Gardens, Nairn, ag...
16/04/2026

GRANT (Nairn)
Sadly, on Friday, 10th April 2026, Stephen Grant (SG), ex P J Grant & Sons, of Merryton Gardens, Nairn, aged 56 years. A beloved son of Ian and Gladys, a much-loved brother of Michael, Karen and Susan, a devoted uncle of Isla, Beau and Lowell and a sadly missed nephew, cousin and friend to many. Funeral service at Inverness Crematorium on Tuesday, 5th May at 12.00 noon. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Mikeysline and Nairn Hospital League of Friends.

Announced with the family's permission.

14/04/2026

PORTER (Forres)
Peacefully, at her home with her family by her side, on Wednesday, 8th April 2026, Joan Porter (nee Chisholm), of Fraser Street, Forres, aged 79 years. A much loved mother of Steff, Julie and Garry, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted gran and great-gran, a sadly missed sister and friend to many. Funeral service at Tom Ross & Son’s Chapel, Orchard Road, Forres, on Thursday 23rd April at 1.00pm, thereafter to Clovenside Cemetery. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to The Forres Neighbourhood Care Team and Mikeysline.

Announced with the family’s permission.

BOWMAN (Nairn) Suddenly but peacefully, at Nairn Town & County Hospital, on Saturday, 11th April 2026, William Alexander...
14/04/2026

BOWMAN (Nairn)
Suddenly but peacefully, at Nairn Town & County Hospital, on Saturday, 11th April 2026, William Alexander Bowman of Portland Terrace, Nairn, aged 86 years. Beloved husband of the late Anne, a much-loved father of Elaine, Scott and Kevin, a dear father-in-law and a devoted grandfather and great-grandfather. Funeral service private at his own request.

Announced with the family's permission.

STEWART (Nairn) Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Saturday, 28th March 2026, Morag Stewart of Loch Avenue,...
09/04/2026

STEWART (Nairn)
Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Saturday, 28th March 2026, Morag Stewart of Loch Avenue, Nairn, aged 60 years. A much loved wife of Errol, a devoted mother of Josh, Jordanna and Shania, a beloved sister and a sadly missed friend to many. Funeral service private at her own request.

Announced with the family's permission.

07/04/2026

MELTON (Forres)
Peacefully, at Meadowlark Care Home, Forres, on Monday, 30th March 2026, Dr Reginald Frank Melton of Pilmuir Road West, Forres, aged 91 years. A much-loved father of Karen, Steven and Andrew, a caring father-in-law, a devoted grandad and a sadly missed brother and friend to many. Funeral service at Tom Ross & Sons’ Chapel, Orchard Road, Forres on Wednesday, 22nd April at 12 noon. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please.

Announced with the family's permission.

STUART (Nairn) Peacefully, at Hebron House, Seabank Road, Nairn, on Monday, 30th March 2026, Ann Stuart, aged 97 years. ...
07/04/2026

STUART (Nairn)
Peacefully, at Hebron House, Seabank Road, Nairn, on Monday, 30th March 2026, Ann Stuart, aged 97 years. A beloved sister of the late Mardge, Jean, Bill, Jack, Lena, Frances, Katharine and Gertrude, a much-loved auntie, great-auntie and great-great-auntie and a sadly missed friend to many. Funeral mass at St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, Nairn on Friday, 24th April at 11.00am, thereafter to Tomintoul Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please.

Announced with the family's permission.

07/04/2026

URQUHART (Forres)
Peacefully, at her home, on Wednesday, 1st April 2026, Norma (née Wallace) of St. Leonards Road, Forres, aged 76 years. Beloved wife of Alasdair, a much-loved mother of Julie, Scott and Fiona, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted granny of Jack, Kate, Danny, Cecila, Lara, Harris and the late Rosie and a sadly missed relative and friend to many. Funeral service at St Laurence Church, Forres on Wednesday, 15th April at 1.00pm, thereafter to Clovenside Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Riding for the Disabled and Cancer Research UK.

Announced with the family's permission.

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