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.

DOUGLAS (Nairn) Peacefully, at Pittyvaich Care Home, Inverness, on Tuesday, 31st March 2026, Mary Douglas (née Reid) of ...
06/04/2026

DOUGLAS (Nairn)
Peacefully, at Pittyvaich Care Home, Inverness, on Tuesday, 31st March 2026, Mary Douglas (née Reid) of Loch Avenue, Nairn, aged 89 years. A much-loved wife of the late Archie, a beloved mother of Pamela, Carol and Rachel, a devoted granny of Antony and Sophie, a sadly missed sister of Gordon and friend to many. Burial at Nairn Cemetery on Friday, 10th April at 10.00am, thereafter to the Kingdom Hall, Tytler Street, Forres at 11.30am. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please.

Announced with the family's permission.

02/04/2026

VALENTINE (Forres)
Peacefully, at Cathay Care Home, Forres, on Friday, 27th March 2026, Sylvia Valentine (Bunty) née Bell, aged 96 years. A beloved wife of the late Charles, a sadly missed sister, sister-in-law, auntie, great-auntie and friend to many. Funeral service private at her own request.

Announced with the family's permission.

MACMILLAN (Ardersier) Peacefully, after a long illness, at Daviot Care Home, on Tuesday, 24th March 2026, Anne MacMillan...
02/04/2026

MACMILLAN (Ardersier)
Peacefully, after a long illness, at Daviot Care Home, on Tuesday, 24th March 2026, Anne MacMillan (née MacDonald) of Fettes Road, Ardersier, aged 79 years. A much loved wife of Duncan, a beloved mother of Jackie, Gavin and the late Stephen and Paul, a caring mother-in-law, a devoted granny and great granny and a sadly missed friend to many. Funeral service at Ardersier Church on Tuesday, 28th April at 12.30pm, thereafter to Ardersier Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. No black tie please. Wearing something colourful would be appreciated. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Alzheimer Scotland and Daviot Care Home Residents’ Fund.

Announced with the family's permission.

02/04/2026

MCKERRON (Forres)
Peacefully, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, on Thursday, 26th March 2026, Ronald McKerron of Meadowlark Care Home, Forres, aged 85 years. A beloved husband of the late Anne, a beloved father of Heather, a caring father-in-law of Paul, a devoted grandad of Josh, a sadly missed brother of Ross, Christine and Colin and friend to many. Funeral service at Tom Ross & Sons’ Chapel, Orchard Road, Forres on Thursday, 16th April at 12 noon. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Cancer Research.

Announced with the family's permission.

02/04/2026

BIRNIE (Rafford)
Peacefully, at her home, on Monday, 23rd March 2026, Margaret Birnie (née Paton) of Rafford, aged 82 years. A much loved wife of Gordon, a beloved mother of Neil and Rona, a caring mother-in-law, a devoted granny and anma of Harris, Lewis, Sophia and Lucia and a sadly missed friend to many. Funeral service at Dallas Parish Church on Friday, 10th April at 1.00pm, thereafter to Rafford Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Trees for Life or at https://www.tomrossandsons.co.uk/family-notices

Announced with the family's permission.

25/03/2026

MCGREGOR (Kintessack)
Peacefully, after a short illness, with his family by his side at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, on Friday, 20th March 2026, James Stewart McGregor (Jim) of Kintessack, aged 81 years, beloved husband of Dorothy, a much loved father of Lynne and Sarah, a dear father-in-law of Ian and Jason, a devoted grandfather and a sadly missed brother of Duncan. Following a private cremation, memorial service at D**e Parish Church on Tuesday, 14th April at 1.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Dr Gray’s Hospital, Ward 6.

Announced with the family's permission.

24/03/2026

CONSTABLE (Forres)
Peacefully, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, on Tuesday, 17th March 2026, Diane Constable (née Warman) of Queens Own Place, Forres, aged 71 years, a beloved wife of John, a much loved mother of Morag, Maree and Melaine, a caring mother-in-law, a devoted grandma of Hayley, Ashleigh and Skye, a sadly missed sister of Sheila and friend to many. Funeral service at Tom Ross & Sons’ Chapel, Orchard Road, Forres on Thursday, 2nd April at 1.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Wearing something red or tiger print would be appreciated. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Macmillan Nurses and Highland Wildlife Park.

Announced with the family's permission.

20/03/2026

GRIFFITHS (Forres)
Peacefully, at her home, on Thursday, 12th March 2026, Joan Griffiths (née Bremner) of Mannachie Grove, Forres, aged 93 years, a much loved wife of the late Tom, a beloved mother of David and Paul, a caring mother-in-law, a devoted grandma and great grandma, a sadly missed sister of Sheena and friend to many. Funeral service at Tom Ross & Sons’ Chapel, Orchard Road, Forres on Monday, 6th April at 12.30pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to the RSPB.

Announced with the family's permission.

GORDON (Nairn) Sadly but peacefully, at Carolton Care Home, Nairn, on Sunday 15th March 2026, Ancell Gordon, of Achareid...
17/03/2026

GORDON (Nairn)
Sadly but peacefully, at Carolton Care Home, Nairn, on Sunday 15th March 2026, Ancell Gordon, of Achareidh House, Nairn, aged 88 years. Beloved wife of Ronald, a much-loved mother of Ronald, Scott and Mhari, a dear mother-in-law of Caroline, Amanda and Anthony, a devoted grandmother of Ronald, Alexander, Clark, Elizabeth, Isabella, James and Emily, and a sadly missed relative and friend to many. Funeral service at Nairn Old Parish Church on Tuesday 31st March at 1.00pm. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given at the service for Dementia UK, or online at www.dmellen.co.uk/family-notices

Announced with the family's permission.

SHIELDS (Inverness) Suddenly, at his home, on Wednesday, 25th February 2026, Joseph Shields (Joe) of Ferry Brae, Inverne...
17/03/2026

SHIELDS (Inverness)
Suddenly, at his home, on Wednesday, 25th February 2026, Joseph Shields (Joe) of Ferry Brae, Inverness, aged 47 years, a devoted dad of Noah, a much loved brother, dearly loved by all the MacLennan family and a sadly missed friend to many. Funeral service at Ardersier Church on Wednesday, 25th March at 12.30pm, thereafter to Petty Tornagrain Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Mikeysline.

Announced with the family's permission.

As part of Mother’s Day Light a Candle, we’ve shared virtual memorial candles to help honour the memories of your loved ...
16/03/2026

As part of Mother’s Day Light a Candle, we’ve shared virtual memorial candles to help honour the memories of your loved ones. Here are the remaining memorial candles that were submitted.

Thank you to everyone who created a memorial candle.

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