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.

FINNIE (Nairn) Suddenly at his home on Saturday 5th September 2026. George Urquhart Finnie of Macrae Avenue, Nairn, aged...
07/09/2026

FINNIE (Nairn)
Suddenly at his home on Saturday 5th September 2026. George Urquhart Finnie of Macrae Avenue, Nairn, aged 86 years. A much-loved husband of Janet, a beloved father of Wendy, Mark, Richard & George, a caring father-in-law, a devoted grandad and great grandad, a sadly missed brother and friend to many. Funeral service at David M Ellen's Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Friday 18th September 2026 at 10.30am, thereafter to Auldearn Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to The British Heart Foundation.

01/09/2026

GOWERS (Forres)
Peacefully, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, on Wednesday, 26th August 2026, Heather Jamieson Gowers (née Wilson) of Fleurs Drive, Forres, aged 78 years. Beloved wife of Mike, a much-loved mother of Alan, Scott and Mhairi, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother, and a sadly missed relative and friend. Funeral service at Tom Ross & Sons’ Chapel, Orchard Road, Forres on Friday, 4th September at 1.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Alzheimer Scotland.

Announced with the family's permission.

SHARP (Nairn) Peacefully, at her home, on Tuesday, 25th August 2026, Joan Mackintosh Sharp (née Paterson) of Woodville G...
31/08/2026

SHARP (Nairn)
Peacefully, at her home, on Tuesday, 25th August 2026, Joan Mackintosh Sharp (née Paterson) of Woodville Gardens, Nairn, aged 81 years. Beloved wife of Ronald, a much-loved mother of Ronald John and a sadly missed sister, auntie and friend to many. Funeral service private at her own request.

Announced with the family's permission.

BUCHANAN (Inverness) Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Thursday, 20th August 2026, David Buchanan of Upper...
28/08/2026

BUCHANAN (Inverness)
Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Thursday, 20th August 2026, David Buchanan of Upper Slackbuie, Inverness and formerly of Geddes, aged 75 years. A beloved husband of the late Eleanor, a much-loved father of David and Lindsay, a caring father-in-law, a devoted grandad of Scott, Ellie and Katie, a sadly missed brother, brother-in-law and friend to many. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Wednesday, 2nd September at 11.00am, thereafter to Nairn Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Cancer Research UK.

Announced with the family's permission.

28/08/2026

CROCOMBE (Nairn)
Sadly, but peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Monday, 24th August 2026, Brinley Hughes Crocombe (Taff) of Lochloy Avenue, Nairn, aged 75 years. Beloved husband of Sheri, a much-loved brother of Peter and cousin of Di, a dear uncle, great uncle and a sadly missed relative and friend to many. Funeral service private at his own request.

Announced with the family's permission.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT MACKINNONRayner, Erin, Alfie and family would like to thank our relatives friends and neighbours for the...
26/08/2026

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

MACKINNON
Rayner, Erin, Alfie and family would like to thank our relatives friends and neighbours for their support, cards, flowers and messages of sympathy following the recent sad loss of Ewan. Special thanks to Rev Steven Manders for his comforting and uplifting service, to staff at David M Ellen for their professional and thoughtful funeral arrangements, grateful thanks also to Nairn Flower shop for the lovely flowers and to the NairnDunbar for the refreshments. Finally, to all who attended the service and generously donated £539.95 to MacMillan Cancer Support.

Announced with the family’s permission.

GALLAGHER (Nairn) Suddenly, at her home, on Wednesday, 12th August 2026, Carran Gallagher (née Meldrum) of Balnaspirach ...
21/08/2026

GALLAGHER (Nairn)
Suddenly, at her home, on Wednesday, 12th August 2026, Carran Gallagher (née Meldrum) of Balnaspirach House, Nairn, aged 45 years. A beloved wife, a devoted mum, a much-loved daughter, sister, sister-in-law, auntie and a sadly missed friend to many. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Thursday, 27th August at 2.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Carran’s favourite colour was purple, so a flash of purple please. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Nairn Hospital League of Friends.

Announced with the family’s permission.

SMART (Nairn) Suddenly, but peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Tuesday, 18th August 2026, Karen Ann Smart (...
21/08/2026

SMART (Nairn)
Suddenly, but peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Tuesday, 18th August 2026, Karen Ann Smart (née Daly) of Alton Bank, Nairn, aged 67 years. Beloved wife of Arthur, a much-loved mother of Stephanie and Kelsey, a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother and a sadly missed sister and aunt. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Monday, 31st August at 1.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Wearing something bright and colourful would be appreciated. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to .

Announced with the family's permission.

CHISHOLM (Nairn/Moneydie)Peacefully at his home on Monday 27th of July 2026, Reverend Archibald Freeland Chisholm of Sea...
19/08/2026

CHISHOLM (Nairn/Moneydie)
Peacefully at his home on Monday 27th of July 2026, Reverend Archibald Freeland Chisholm of Seabank Road, Nairn, aged 93 years. Beloved husband of the late Margy, a much-loved father of Sandra, Barbara, Nancy and Sheila, a dear father-in-law, a devoted grandfather and great-grandfather, and a sadly missed relative and friend to many. Body donated to medical teaching and research. Service of Thanksgiving at Dunkeld Cathedral, near his family home at Moneydie, on Tuesday 20th October at 1.00pm. All friends respectfully invited.

Announced with the family's permission.

17/08/2026

WHYTE (Elgin)
Sadly, but peacefully, at Meadowlark Care Home, Forres, on Friday, 14th August 2026, William John Whyte (Willie) formerly of Barlink Road, Elgin, aged 79 years. Beloved son of the late William and Jeannie, a much-loved brother of Peter, Allan and David, and the late Sheena, Ken and Alison, a dear brother-in-law and uncle, and a sadly missed relative and friend. Funeral service private at his own request.

Announced with the family's permission.

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Nairn
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