Merrilees Family Funeral Directors

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Over the years, we have had the privilege of caring for many people from our local community whose passion for football ...
13/06/2026

Over the years, we have had the privilege of caring for many people from our local community whose passion for football was a huge part of who they were.

Later, as Scotland takes to the world stage, we know there will be many loved ones being remembered by families and friends who would have been proudly wearing their colours, gathering with family, and cheering on our national team.

Just as many of the families we have cared for will be thinking of those special people over the coming weeks, so too will we. For many, Scotland’s matches will bring memories of fathers, mothers, sons, daughters, grandparents, brothers, sisters, partners, and friends who would have been proudly watching every game, sharing their opinions, celebrating the highs, and living every moment of the journey.

We too will feel the absence of the special people in our own lives who should be here to enjoy the occasion, watching the matches, sharing in the excitement, and proudly supporting Scotland alongside us.

While they may no longer be with us, their passion, traditions, and memories live on through the people who continue to support Scotland in their honour.

Today, our thoughts are with those supporters who are no longer with us but whose love of the game continues to bring families together.

From Andrew, Sam, Lauren, Danielle and Stewart, we wish Scotland every success and hope they make supporters past and present proud. 🤍💙

Debbie and Georgie would like to sincerely thank all family, friends, and neighbours for the many kind expressions of sy...
11/06/2026

Debbie and Georgie would like to sincerely thank all family, friends, and neighbours for the many kind expressions of sympathy, support, and kindness shown to them in the days following George’s passing.

Heartfelt thanks are extended to everyone who attended the celebration of George’s life, sent cards, flowers, and messages of condolence, and offered comfort and support during this difficult time. Your thoughtfulness has meant so much to the family.

A special thank you to Dougie Smith, Celebrant, for conducting such a personal and meaningful service, capturing George’s life and character so beautifully.

The family would also like to thank the staff of the Oncology Department, Renal Unit, and all healthcare professionals who cared for George throughout his illness and over the years. Your kindness, compassion, and dedication meant a great deal to George and his family and will always be remembered with gratitude.

Sincere thanks are also extended to everyone who generously donated in George’s loving memory to the Forth Valley Renal Unit and to AnnThe Flower GirlsGirls for George’s beautiful floral tributes.

The family would also like to thank the staff at the Wellfair Hall, Shieldhill, for their help, support, and hospitality in providing the funeral tea following George’s service. Your kindness and care were greatly appreciated.

It has been a true privilege to care for George, to meet his family, and to learn about the life he lived and the love that surrounded him. We will continue to offer our support to the family in the weeks and months ahead in any way we can.

Rest in eternal peace, George 🖤🤍

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

Resting safely in the care of our family 🖤🤍DODDS, DanielRedding With great sadness, on behalf of his loving family, we a...
11/06/2026

Resting safely in the care of our family 🖤🤍

DODDS, Daniel
Redding

With great sadness, on behalf of his loving family, we announce the peaceful passing of Daniel Dodds (Danny).

Danny passed away peacefully on Monday, 8th June 2026, at Forth Valley Royal Hospital, aged 95 years. Beloved husband of the late Jenny, much-loved dad to Doreen, Stewart and Danny, a cherished grandad and GG, a dearly loved father-in-law, and a treasured friend to many.

Danny was a kind and caring family man whose greatest happiness came from spending time with those he loved. He treasured every moment with his family and was always there to offer support, guidance and a welcoming smile.

He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him, but the happy memories, love and laughter he shared will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.

A service of celebration for the life of Danny will take place at Falkirk Crematorium on Monday, 22nd June 2026, at 12:15 pm.

Family and friends are invited to attend.

Further service details can be found on Danny’s dedicated memorial page below:

danieldodds.muchloved.com

It is a true privilege for us to be entrusted with Danny’s care and service arrangements. As always, our thoughts, love, and support remain with Doreen, Stewart, Danny, all of Danny’s extended family, and all who knew and loved him, at this incredibly difficult time.

Rest in eternal peace, Danny 🖤🤍

“A life well lived, a heart deeply loved, and a memory forever cherished.”

For all enquiries, please contact Sam & Andrew on 01324 636446.
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Thinking About A Funeral Plan? Did You Know?Following changes to funeral plan regulations, not all funeral directors are...
09/06/2026

Thinking About A Funeral Plan?

Did You Know?

Following changes to funeral plan regulations, not all funeral directors are authorised to sell funeral plans directly to the public.

Some funeral companies are only permitted to discuss funeral plans and provide you with the contact details of a funeral plan provider, with the arrangement then being completed at a later date over the phone by a representative from the funeral plan company.

At Merrilees Family Funeral Directors, we are fully accredited to sell funeral plans directly. This means we can guide you through the entire process from start to finish, helping you choose the right plan for your wishes and budget, completing all the paperwork with you, and arranging payment there and then if you wish.

Whether you’re considering a Direct Cremation Plan or a more Traditional Funeral Plan, we can create a plan tailored specifically to your needs, ensuring you only pay for the services you want.

Planning ahead can provide reassurance for you and your family, help protect against rising funeral costs, and ensure your wishes are clearly recorded for the future.

For a friendly, no-obligation conversation about funeral planning, please get in touch.

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Resting safely in the care of our family 🖤🤍EVANS, JamesBonnybridgeWith deep sadness, on behalf of his loving family, we ...
08/06/2026

Resting safely in the care of our family 🖤🤍

EVANS, James
Bonnybridge

With deep sadness, on behalf of his loving family, we announce the passing of James Evans.

James passed away with his family by his side at Forth Valley Royal Hospital on Tuesday, 2nd June 2026, aged 73 years.

A much-loved dad to Graham, Elaine and Alan, devoted brother to Hazel and Michael, treasured pops to Connor, Aydan, Kerry, Erinn, Caitlan, Jack, Jodie, Dylan, Charley and Ben, and proud popalicks to little Ella. James was also a wonderful friend to many and will be sadly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Family was at the very heart of James’s life. The bond he shared with his family was one of his greatest joys, and the memories they created together will remain a source of comfort and strength in the days and years ahead.

James leaves behind a lifetime of cherished memories, laughter, love and lessons that will never be forgotten. Although his family are heartbroken by his loss, they take comfort in knowing that his love, kindness and influence will continue to live on through each of them. His absence will be felt every day, but his memory will forever remain close to the hearts of those who knew him best.

A service of celebration for the life of James will take place at Falkirk Crematorium on Tuesday, 16th June 2026 at 1:00 pm.

Family and friends are welcome to attend.

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

james-evans-1952-2026.muchloved.com

It is a true privilege for us to be entrusted with James’s care and service arrangements. As always, our thoughts, love and support remain with Graham, Elaine, Alan and all of James’s extended family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.

“A loving father, proud pops and great-grandad, whose love and memory will live on forever.”

For all enquiries, please contact Sam & Andrew on 01324 636446.
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The family of the late Peter McLay would like to sincerely thank everyone who attended the celebration of his life held ...
08/06/2026

The family of the late Peter McLay would like to sincerely thank everyone who attended the celebration of his life held in Falkirk Crematorium on Wednesday, 27th May. The love, support, kind words, cards, messages, and acts of kindness extended to the family have provided great comfort during this extremely difficult time.

A special thank you is extended to Independent Celebrant Dougie Smith for leading such a fitting and personal service, sharing Peter’s story with warmth, compassion, and dignity.

The family would also like to thank Anne at The Flower Girls for the beautiful floral tributes, Gail at Airth Caterers as well as the staff at Camelon social club for their kindness, support, and wonderful service during the funeral tea.

Sincere thanks are also extended to everyone who generously donated in Peter’s memory to Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland. Your kindness and generosity are greatly appreciated by the family.

Peter was a much-loved man whose warmth, humour, and caring nature touched the lives of many. He will be fondly remembered by all who knew him, and the memories shared with him will be treasured forever.

It has been a true privilege to care for Peter, to meet his wonderful family, and to learn about the life he lived and the love that surrounded him. We will continue to offer our support to the family in the weeks and months ahead in any way we can.

Rest in eternal peace, Peter 🖤🤍

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

Resting safely in the care of our family 🖤🤍ALLEN, GordonFalkirkWith great sadness, on behalf of his loving family, we an...
01/06/2026

Resting safely in the care of our family 🖤🤍

ALLEN, Gordon
Falkirk

With great sadness, on behalf of his loving family, we announce the sudden but peaceful passing of Gordon Allen.

Gordon passed away at his home address on Tuesday, 19th May 2026, aged 39 years.

A beloved son to Christine and the late Gordon, a loving and devoted dad to Kye and Emma, a much-loved brother to Lyndsay, cherished uncle to Ellie, Abbie and Evie, devoted fiancé to Lauren, and a great friend to many.

Gordon was a loving and funny son whose sense of humour could brighten even the darkest of days. He was a devoted dad who adored his children and took immense pride in watching them grow. As a brother, he was loyal, caring, and always there when he was needed most. His kindness, laughter, and generous heart touched the lives of so many, and the memories he created will be treasured forever.

Although Gordon’s passing leaves an immeasurable void in the hearts of those who loved him, his legacy will live on through his children, family, and all whose lives he touched. He will be missed beyond words, remembered every day, and loved forever by those fortunate enough to have known him.

It was Gordon’s wish that his service be held in private.

It is a great honour for us to be entrusted with Gordon’s care and service arrangements. As always, our thoughts and love remain with all of Gordon’s family and friends during this incredibly difficult time.

“Forever loved, forever remembered, and forever missed.”

For all enquiries, please get in touch with Sam & Andrew on 01324 636446
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The family of the late James Craig would like to sincerely thank everyone who attended the celebration of his life at Fa...
01/06/2026

The family of the late James Craig would like to sincerely thank everyone who attended the celebration of his life at Falkirk Crematorium on Friday, 29th May 2026. Your presence, kind words, cards, messages, and support have brought great comfort to the family during this difficult time.

Special thanks to Independent Celebrant Dougie Smith for conducting such a warm and personal service, to Betty at Forever Flowers, Denny, for the beautiful floral tributes, and to the management and staff at the Grange Manor Hotel for their kindness and hospitality with James’s funeral tea.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to everyone who generously donated. Your kindness and support mean so much, and all donations received will now be given to the RNLI Lifeboats in James’s loving memory.

James was dearly loved and will be sadly missed by all who knew him. A devoted family man and loyal friend, his warmth, kindness, sense of humour, and caring nature touched the lives of so many. The loss of James will be felt every day, but the love, memories, and special moments shared with him will be treasured forever.

It has been a true privilege to care for James, to meet his family, and to learn about the life he lived and the love that surrounded him. We will continue to offer our support to the family in the weeks and months ahead in any way we can.

Rest in eternal peace, James 🖤🤍

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

Michelle would like to express her heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended the Celebration of Life for her beloved mum...
01/06/2026

Michelle would like to express her heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended the Celebration of Life for her beloved mum, Kaye Balfour, at Falkirk Crematorium on Friday, 22nd May 2026.

The love, support, and kindness shown by the many family members, friends, neighbours, and work colleagues who came together to celebrate Kaye’s life meant more than words can express. Seeing so many people gather to share memories and pay tribute to Kaye brought great comfort to Michelle and her family during this difficult time.

Special thanks are extended to independent celebrant Denise Jarvis for delivering such a personal and comforting service, and to the family friend who kindly created the beautiful floral tributes.

Michelle would also like to offer her sincere thanks to Gail at Airth for her support and for kindly catering for Kaye’s funeral tea, and to the staff at Camelon Social Club for their help, kindness, and excellent service on the day.

The kindness, love, and support shown have been a great comfort during this difficult time and are deeply appreciated and will never be forgotten.

Kaye was dearly loved by so many and her loss will be felt deeply by all who knew her. She will be sadly missed every day, but the love, memories, and special moments shared with her will be treasured forever. Though she is no longer with us, she will always be remembered and forever held close in our hearts.

It has been a true honour to care for Kaye, meet her lovely family, and learn about her life and the love that surrounded her. We will continue to offer our support to Michelle and all of Kaye’s family in the weeks and months to come in any way we can.

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

Resting safely in the care of our family 🖤🤍IRVINE, CoreenCamelonCoreen passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of...
25/05/2026

Resting safely in the care of our family 🖤🤍

IRVINE, Coreen
Camelon

Coreen passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family in Strathcarron Hospice on Wednesday, 20th May 2026, aged 58 years. A loving wife to Brian, devoted mum to Kelly, Chloe, and Meighan, and a doting granny to Maggie and Jackson. Also a beloved daughter to Andy and Isabell, sister to Andrew, and a wonderful friend to many.

Coreen was adored by everyone fortunate enough to know her. Her warmth, laughter, and happiness radiated wherever she went, making her the life and soul of every party. Throughout her life, she touched so many people with her kindness and caring nature, and nothing was more important to her than her family. Her love for them was endless, and the bond shared will never be broken.

Her passing leaves a tremendous sadness in the hearts of all who loved her, and she will be missed more than words could ever express.

It was Coreen’s wish that her service be held in private.

It is a great honour for us to be entrusted with Coreen’s care and service arrangements. As always, our thoughts and love remain with all of Coreen’s family and friends during this extremely difficult time.

“Forever loved, forever remembered and love Coreen brought into the world will never be forgotten.”

Rest in eternal peace, Coreen 🖤🤍

“Those we love never truly leave us; they live on in the love they gave.”

For all enquiries, please get in touch with Sam & Andrew on 01324 636446
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