Ian Esslemont Funeral Directors Ltd

02/09/2026

With kind permission from Joanne’s family:

BOWIE
(Ythanwells/Huntly)
Alison, Fiona and families would like to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for their many kind expressions of sympathy extended to them by way of cards, calls, messages and flowers received on the sad loss of Joanne. Special thanks to ward 112 A.R.I. for their kind care and attention and N.E.C.C. carers, Bydand Medical Group and all at Jubilee Hospital for their dedicated and professional services over the years, to Rev. Steve Potts for his comforting and personal service, to Fiona Forrest and her team for the lovely teas and to Lotus Petal for the beautiful floral tributes. Sincere thanks to Ian Esslemont Funeral Directors for their dignity and compassion offered to mam and the whole family. Finally, to all who paid their last respects at the church and graveside and who generously donated £486 to Friends of ANCHOR. She will be so greatly missed.

02/09/2026

With kind permission from Isobel’s family:

GILLIES/MANSON
(Keith/Newmill/Marnoch)
Unexpectedly and sadly at Dr. Gray’s Hospital, Elgin on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, Isobel McDonald Manson, aged 80 years, wife of the late Duncan, dear mum of David, Moira and Tracey, loving “Granny Newmill” to Owen, Thomas, Cara and Alannah-Jayne and great granny, daughter of the late George and Isobel Manson (Marnoch), sister of the late George and Sheila, a loved aunt, mother-in-law and a dear friend to many. Funeral Service in Strathbogie Drumblade Church, Huntly on Wednesday, September 9 at 1pm thereafter to Marnoch Cemetery. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at church door in aid of Alzheimer Scotland and Deveron Way Care Home Residents Fund.

01/09/2026

Proud to sponsor huntly FC all the abets for the season ahead!

Time to thank some more of our Advertising Board Sponsors for Season '26/27.

We'll kick-off todays by thanking award winning Ian Esslemont Funeral Directors Ltd for yet another renewal.

We also would like to thank you for your services showing respect and dignity with to many of our supporters, their friends and families over the years.

Thank you very much for your continued support Ian!

01/09/2026

With kind permission from Hamish’s family:

ANDERSON
(Huntly/Dundee)
Peacefully, surrounded by his family at ARI on Monday, August 24, 2026, Hamish, aged 57 years, beloved husband of Lai, much loved dad of Jasmin and Sam. Funeral service at Ian Esslemont Funeral Directors Chapel on Monday, September 14 at 11:30am. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the chapel door in aid of NHS Grampian Charity Critical Care Fund.

31/08/2026

With kind permission from Grant’s family:

MERCER
(Huntly)
Grant’s family would sincerely wish to thank everyone who has reached out with kind messages and cards of sympathy and for all the floral tributes that they have received following the sudden and sad loss of Grant. He will be dearly missed. They are also so grateful to celebrant, Nicola Johnston for her support and for such a special and moving tribute. Thanks to Ian Esslemont for Funeral Directors for their caring and professional arrangements. £500 in donations will be made to the British Heart Foundation (BHF). Many thanks to all.

31/08/2026

With kind permission from Frank’s family:

MAIN
(Aberdeen/Huntly)
The family of the late Frank would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all relatives, friends and neighbours for their kind expressions of sympathy extended to them by way of cards, calls and messages received following their recent sad and sudden loss. Thank you to Jeff Diack for his comforting words, to Huntly Golf Club for the lovely teas provided and to Flowers by Audrey for the beautiful floral tributes. Special thanks also to the paramedics for all their help. Sincere and grateful thanks to Ian Esslemont and his team for their compassion and guidance. Finally, to all who paid their last respects and kindly donated £200 to Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland.

31/08/2026

With kind permission from Roger’s family:

FRASER
(Rothiemay)
Suddenly at home on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, Roger, aged 62 years, much loved partner of Emma, loving dad to Rachael, Abby and Alex. Funeral Service in Longmore Hall, Keith on Tuesday, September 8 at 10.45am thereafter to Rothiemay Cemetery. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at hall door in aid of CHAS.

30/08/2026

FUNERAL SERVICE OPERATIVE – JOIN OUR TEAM
Ian Esslemont Funeral Directors are looking for a reliable, compassionate and hardworking Funeral Service Operative to join our team.
(THIS IS AN OPERATIONAL ROLE NOT AN ARRANGER ROLE.)
The role will include:
● Participating in an on-call rota
● Furnishing and preparing coffins
● Washing, cleaning and maintaining our funeral vehicles
● Cleaning and maintaining our premises
● Carrying out heavy lifting duties — physical strength and fitness are essential
● Providing support to the wider funeral service team
● Maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality, dignity and professionalism at all times
● Assisting with funerals
The successful applicant must:
● Hold a full clean UK driving licence
● Be physically fit and capable of heavy lifting
● Be reliable, punctual and flexible
● Be comfortable working as part of a team
● Have a respectful, caring and professional manner
● Understand that confidentiality is an absolute must
● Be willing to participate in the on-call rota, including evenings and weekends
Hours and rates of pay will be discussed at interview.
If you are compassionate, dependable and take pride in providing a high standard of service, we would be pleased to hear from you. This is mainly a Huntly based job.
To apply:
Please send your CV and a brief covering letter to [email protected]

27/08/2026

With kind permission from Davie’s family:

GREIG
(Macduff)
It is with great sadness that the family announces the sudden passing of David Greig on Tuesday, 25 August 2026, aged 79 years, with his loving family by his side. Dearly beloved husband and best friend of Evelyn, loving dad of Heather and Andrew and granda to Theo. Funeral arrangements to follow.

27/08/2026

With kind permission from Helen’s family: