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Brian Smith Funeral Services is a local, family-run business offering compassionate support to families, based in Peterculter, Banchory and Aboyne.

27/01/2026

It is with kind permission from the family that we share the following acknowledgement:

ROSS
(Raemoir/Garlogie)

The family of the late Fiona Ross would like to thank friends and neighbours for the many kind messages of sympathy received by way of cards, phone calls, visits, and support following their sad loss. They specifically wish to thank the staff at Allachburn Care Home, Aboyne, for their wonderful care and attention, special thanks to doctors at Aboyne Medical Practice and to the kind assistance of the community nurses. Thanks also to Kathleen MacIntosh for her kind and touching words at Fiona’s service, to Jack and his colleagues at Brian Smith Funeral Services for their care, compassion, and attention to detail, and to the Garlogie Inn for the lovely refreshments. Finally thank you to everyone who attended Baldarroch Crematorium to pay their final respects to Fiona and for generously donating to Allachburn Care Home which raised £1350.

27/01/2026

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ANTON
(Aboyne)

Suddenly on Sunday January 18, 2026, at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee, James Black Anton (Jimmy) aged 85 years. Beloved husband of Eleanor, much loved father to Graham and Katherine and adored Grampa to Fin, Amy, Ryan and Louisa. There will be no funeral at Jimmy’s request. Very sadly missed.

26/01/2026

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MORTLEY
(Banchory)

Peacefully and surrounded by his family on Tuesday 13th January 2026, Gordon aged 79. Beloved and cherished husband to Hilary, devoted dad to James, Esther and Alison, father-in-law to Stephen and a much loved grandad to Hannah and Kara. The family would like to invite all friends to the funeral service at Baldarroch Crematorium, Crathes, on Tuesday 10th February at 2.30pm. Family flowers only please but any donations if desired to the Forget Me Not Club, Banchory.

26/01/2026

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SMITH
(Aboyne)

Linda, Fiona and family would like to thank all relatives and friends for their kind expressions of sympathy following the very sad loss of their Mum, Phyllis. Heartfelt thanks to all staff at Bellfield Care home for their care and compassion over the past 3 years, to Banchory Group Practice and more recently to the Community Nurses, Out of Hours Nurses and Paramedics. Sincere thanks to Rev Sharmann Maromo for his comforting and thoughtful service and to Aboyne-Dinnet Church Elders and organist who helped things run smoothly. A further huge thank you to Sam and team at Brian Smith Funeral Services for their professionalism and support in planning the funeral and assistance on the day and to Tarland Tearooms for the lovely refreshments. Finally, special thanks to everyone who paid their respects on the day and kindly donated to Friends of Bellfield. Sadly Missed.

23/01/2026

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ADAMS
(Ballogie)

Peacefully at Aboyne Hospital on Saturday, January 3, 2026, after a long illness, Stewart, loving husband to Morag, dear brother to Frances and Carolyne, uncle to his nephews and nieces and a friend to many. Service in Baldarroch Crematorium, Crathes on Friday, February 6, at 1:00pm to which all friends and family are respectfully invited. Stewart was never one for formality, but he loved to wear a kilt. It would be great if attendees wore kilts or some tartan at the service.

23/01/2026

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GILFILLAN
(Aboyne)

The family of the late Janet would like to express their sincere thanks for the kind expressions of sympathy extended to them personally, by cards, messages, phone calls following their recent sad loss of Janet. Grateful thanks for the exceptional care, Janet received from the staff at Praesmohr House over the last five years. Sincere thanks to the Reverend Sharmann Maromo for his support and comforting service. Special thanks to Craig Duncanson of Brian Smith Funeral Services for his professional and caring handling of the funeral arrangements and to the Milton Brasserie for the refreshments. Finally, thanks to all who came to pay their last respects at the church and crematorium and for the generous donation of £700 to Dementia Scotland.

23/01/2026

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MACKENZIE
(Cults)

It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Donald Mackenzie (Don), aged 70 years, on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, surrounded by his family at Roxburghe House. Beloved and adored husband of Lorna, cherished dad, devoted granda and dearly loved father-in-law, brother, brother-in-law and friend to many. Funeral service at Cults Parish Church on Monday, February 2 at 11am, to which all family and friends are warmly invited. Family flowers only please, but donations can be made to Maggie’s at the church door. Grateful thanks to all the staff at Roxburghe House for their care and compassion over the past few weeks.

21/01/2026

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EDDIE
(Torphins)

Morag, Eric, Darren and family would like to thank all relatives and friends for their sympathy, cards, telephone calls and support since the passing of Pamela. A further huge thank you to Holly for her eulogy and comforting words during the service, to Andrew from Brian Smith Funeral Services for his support and Tarland Tearoom for the lovely funeral spread. Finally, thanks to all those who paid their respects at the church and graveside and generously donated to Dementia Scotland.

19/01/2026

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MCGREGOR
(Inverurie/Ballater/Banchory)

Peacefully and in the care of the lovely staff at Annesley House, Torphins on Monday, January 12, 2026. George Hardy aged 95 years. Beloved husband to the late Margaret, brother to the late Jean McGregor, dear dad to Alison and Neil, much loved father-in-law to Claire and proud Granda George to Lois and Scarlett. Service private at Georges request.

18/01/2026

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BROWN

Very suddenly, at home, on Monday, January 5, 2026, Douglas Robertson Brown (Doug), retired Police Inspector, sadly passed away, aged 79 years. Dearly loved Husband of Evelyn, adored Dad of Julie and Debbie, a much-respected Father-in-Law to Andrew, the most cherished, best ever Grandad to Jamie, Ashleigh, Neave and Jake, a much-loved Brother, Uncle and friend to many. Funeral service to be held in Aberdeen Crematorium, Hazlehead (West Chapel) on Wednesday, January 21 at 1.15pm to which all friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu may be given at the chapel door to the Scottish Police Benevolent Fund.

16/01/2026

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THOMSON
(Lumphanan/Drumoak)

Suddenly but peacefully at ARI on Saturday, January 10, 2026, Michael (Mike) aged 66 years. Loving partner of Wendy, a dear brother to Linda, Fiona, Rhoda and Mabel, a much loved uncle, brother-in-law, cousin and friend to many. Service in Baldarroch Crematorium, Crathes on Monday, February 9 at 1:00pm to which all friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please but donations if desired can be made to the Scottish SPCA Animal Rescue and Rehoming, Drumoak.

16/01/2026

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STEWART
(Peterculter)

Peacefully at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary on Thursday, December 25, 2025, Albert John Stewart (Bert) aged 85. Beloved Husband and best friend of the late Hazel, much loved Dad of Denise and Duncan, dear Father-in-law of Julie and Alan, proud Granda of Lewis, Ruby and Liam, a dear Brother, Brother-in-law, Uncle and Friend to many. Funeral service to celebrate his life will be held in Baldarroch Crematorium, Crathes, on Friday, January 23, at 11:30am to which all family and friends are welcome. Family flowers only please but donations if desired at chapel exit to ‘A Bear Named Buttony’. Reunited with his beloved Hazel.

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Banchory
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http://www.briansmithfuneralservices.co.uk/

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