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.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTGRANT (Nairn)Ian, Gladys and family would like to express their sincere thanks to everyone who sent sympa...
22/06/2026

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

GRANT (Nairn)
Ian, Gladys and family would like to express their sincere thanks to everyone who sent sympathy cards, kind messages, and offered support and help after the sad loss Stephen. Your thoughtfulness, kindness and comfort have been a great source of strength and have been deeply appreciated.

The family would also like to thank all those who donated so generously in memory of Stephen to Mikeysline and Nairn Hospital League of Friends. Thanks to your kindness, a sum of £1,922.96 was raised.

Announced with the family's permission.

18/06/2026

PRENTICE (Burghead/Forres/Knockando)
Sadly, after a short illness, at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, on Saturday, 13th June 2026, Rev Donald Kerr Prentice, former Minister of Forres St Leonards, Rafford and Dallas, aged 72 years. Beloved husband of Alison, a much-loved father of Rebecca, Ruth and Sophie and a sadly missed brother, relative and friend to many. Funeral service at St Leonards Church, Forres on Friday, 26th June at 10.00am, thereafter burial at Knockando Cemetery at 2.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to the Royal British Legion, Forres Branch and Diabetes UK. Memories of Donald can be added at https://donaldprentice.muchloved.com

Announced with the family's permission.

18/06/2026

HAMILTON (Forres/Glasgow)
Suddenly but peacefully at her home on Thursday, 11th June 2026, Irene Hamilton (née Hayton), of Thornhill Place, Forres, aged 82 years. Beloved wife of the late John, a much-loved mother of John and Angela, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted nana and great-nana, and a sadly missed sister. Funeral service at Linn Crematorium, Lainshaw Drive, Glasgow, G45 9SP, on Friday, 26th June 2026 at 2.00pm, to which all friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, may be given at the service in aid of Highland Hospice.

Announced with the family's permission.

17/06/2026

BEDFORD (West Golford)
Sadly, but peacefully, at St Olaf Care Home, Nairn, on Sunday, 14th June 2026, Sally Patricia Bedford (née Mountain) of West Golford, aged 84 years. Beloved wife of Derek, a much-loved mother of Penny, Mark and Jeremy, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted grandmother and a sadly missed relative and friend to many. Funeral service at St John’s Episcopal Church, Forres on Thursday, 25th June at 12 noon. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Worldwide Cancer Research and Dementia UK or at https://www.tomrossandsons.co.uk/family-notices

Announced with the family's permission.

13/06/2026

RITCHIE (Kinloss)
Peacefully, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, on Wednesday, 10th June 2026, Robert Ritchie (Robbie) of Glebe Road, Kinloss, aged 86 years. A beloved husband of Betty, a much-loved father of Alister and Sandra, a caring father-in-law of Kerra and Colin, a devoted granda of Ross and Kelly, a great grandad of Reo and Minnie and a sadly missed friend to many. Funeral service private at his own request.

Announced with the family's permission.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTUNWIN (Auldearn)Rachael and Richard wish to express their sincere thanks to all relatives, friends, neigh...
09/06/2026

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

UNWIN (Auldearn)
Rachael and Richard wish to express their sincere thanks to all relatives, friends, neighbours and colleagues for the many kind expressions of sympathy, cards, flowers and messages of support received during their recent sad loss of Carole. Special thanks are given to Rev. Jonathan Turner for his comforting and thoughtful service, to David M. Ellen Funeral Directors for their professional guidance and support throughout, to The Flowers Shop for the beautiful floral tributes, and to Angela Hannahford for the excellent catering provided following the service. Finally, a special thanks to all who attended the funeral service and paid their respects to Carole and donated so generously to The SSPCA to the sum of £750.

Announced with the family's permission.

05/06/2026

MURPHY (Forres)
Peacefully, at his home, on Tuesday, 2nd June 2026, Michael Murphy of Torridon Park, Forres, aged 75 years. A much-loved husband of Mary, a beloved dad of Margaret and Maureen, a devoted grandad, great grandad and great great grandad, a sadly missed brother and friend to many. Funeral service at Tom Ross & Sons’ Chapel, Orchard Road, Forres on Wednesday, 17th June at 11.00am, thereafter to Clovenside Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Help for Heroes.

Announced with family's permission.

04/06/2026

ETTLES (Greens of Burgie/Forres)
Suddenly, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, on Monday, 1st June 2026, after a short illness, Ronald (Ronnie) Ettles formerly of Kingsway, Forres and The Grove Care Home, Elgin, aged 80 years. Much loved dad of John and Fiona, father-in-law of Karen and Mark, devoted grandad of Josh and a good friend to many. Graveside service at Rafford Cemetery on Tuesday, 16th June at 11.30am. All friends respectfully invited. Anyone unable to attend the graveside service is welcome to join the family at the Carlton Hotel, Forres at 12.15pm. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to the Scottish Association of Young Farmers.

Announced with the family's permission.

01/06/2026

MACLEOD (D**e)
Sadly, after an illness borne with great courage and dignity, at The Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice, Glasgow, on Monday, 25th May 2026, Paige Amelia MacLeod of D**e, aged 18 years. A proud and adored daughter of Paula and Chris, a much-loved sister of Connor and Lachlan, a devoted granddaughter, a dear niece and cousin and a sadly missed relative and friend to many. Funeral service at Moray Crematorium on Friday, 12th June at 2.30pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Paige’s chosen charities or at https://www.tomrossandsons.co.uk/family-notices

Announced with the family's permission.

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Nairn
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