MacGregor Family Funeral Directors

06/01/2026

Elizabeth Bannon (Liz)
14th September 1954 – 22nd December 2025

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Elizabeth Bannan, fondly known as Liz, who passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family.

Liz was a devoted mother and grandmother, and a much-loved sister, neighbour and friend. She was known for her kindness, warmth and caring nature, always putting others before herself. Liz will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who were fortunate enough to know her.

A Requiem Mass will be held at St Andrew’s R.C. Church on Friday 9th January 2026 at 10:00am, followed by burial rites and committal at New Monkland Cemetery.

06/01/2026

Angela Hamilton (Ange)
20th February 1965 – 27th December 2025
Aged 60

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Angela Hamilton, affectionately known as Ange, who died on 27th December 2025, aged 60.

Angela grew up in Coatbridge with her much loved mum Martha, dad Alec, brother Alexander, and her beloved horse Misty.

She later moved to Dennistoun, where she met Thomas Hamilton best known as Tam, before the couple moved to Drumchapel, living there for several years. They eventually returned to Coatbridge to be closer to Angela’s mum and dad.

She was a devoted mum to her daughters Sheryle and Pamela and loving mother-in-law to Paul. She enjoyed a special relationship with each of them and was always their go-to person whenever they needed some advice or just a chat.

Angela and Thomas were married on 11th October 2002, and enjoyed a life together filled with love and adventure. In 2016, they moved to Tenerife, where Angela embraced life in the sun. She returned home at the end of 2021 settling with Tam in Douglas, Lanark, where she also took on the horses Cher and Poppy, a mum and daughter, who brought her great comfort.

Angela became a nana at the age of 43 to her “blue-eyed boy” Thomas, followed by Nathan, Jayden, and Teddy, all of whom she adored deeply and spoke of with immense pride.

Despite her battle with illness, Ange remained a pillar of strength for her family and always faced her challenges with her usual sense of humour.

Angela will be remembered for her strength, humour, love of life, and the fierce love she had for her family. She will be sorely missed by her family, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to know her.

A funeral service to celebrate Ange’s life will be held on Monday 12th January 2026 at Coats Funeral Home at 11am, followed by committal at Daldowie Crematorium.

The family have kindly requested family flowers only, with any donations in lieu of flowers welcomed for Breast Cancer Research in memory of Ange.

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04/01/2026

Noelaine Tracy Stephen
1 March 1970 – 12 December 2025
Aged 55 years

Noelaine Tracy Stephen was born on 1 March 1970 to her parents Noel and the late Kay. She was the youngest of six children, growing up in a close and loving family alongside her siblings William, Kenny, Elizabeth, and Kay, and was predeceased by her brother Sandy, whose loss she carried with her throughout her life.

Some of Noelaine’s happiest family memories were made on the west coast of Scotland, particularly in Loch Rannoch a place that remains deeply significant to the family, offering peace, comfort, and tranquility.

Noelaine attended Old Monkland Primary School, later moving on to Rosehall High School, where she was known for her funny nature and her ability to talk to absolutely everyone. This gift stayed with her throughout her life.

In the early 90’s Noelaine met and fell in love with Stuart Espie, and as their romance blossomed, the couple were married on 21 June 1996 at Gartsherrie Parish Church. Together they welcomed their greatest joy, their daughters, Amy and Katie, of whom Noelaine was an immensely proud and loving mum.

Although Noelaine and Stuart later went their separate ways, they remained united in their shared love, care, and commitment to their children a reflection of Noelaine’s generous heart and family-first values.

Noelaine found joy in the simple pleasures of life: a wee coffee at Costa, chatting away without a care in the world, often accompanied by her beloved dog Bailey, a Lhasa Apso, who was rarely far from her side. Music was another great love, with an eclectic taste ranging from Bon Jovi to The Beautiful South and Michael Bublé.

Her home was always a place of warmth, a social hub with an open door, where family and friends were welcomed without hesitation. Noelaine was a daughter, a mum of two, a sister, an aunt, a friend, and a neighbour to so many, and her absence will be deeply felt by all who knew and loved her.

Funeral Details:

> Tuesday, 6 January 2026, at 10:00 am
Celebration of Life Service at Coats Funeral Home

> Thereafter, a Committal Ceremony at Holytown Crematorium

The family warmly invite all to return with them to The Georgian Hotel for a further opportunity to remember and celebrate Noelaine’s life.

Rest easy, Noelaine now reunited with your beloved mum and brother.
Forever loved. Forever remembered.

03/01/2026

SMITH, John Robert, aged 48 years:

It is with sadness that we publish the funeral arrangements for the late Mr John Robert Smith, who unexpectedly passed away at home in Newton Mearns on 24th December 2025.

John was born on 2nd March 1977 to MaryAnn and Donald Smith, and was raised in Barrhead, Glasgow, alongside his siblings Wendy, Andrea, Laura-May, Jenna-Lee and Linda-Jane. It was during these early years that he became affectionately known as “Oor John.”

John was truly one of a kind: funny, loving, and stubborn at times, but always unapologetically himself. He was a much-loved brother-in-law to John, Niall and Nicolas, a devoted uncle to Thomas, AllanahMay, Ellie, Danielle, Joseph and Ellis, and a proud great-uncle to DarlaMay, Malaki-James and Lillie-Ann. His love for his family was clear to all who knew him.

Through his work as a cleaner and the places where he lived, John made many friends who he valued greatly. He also shared many happy memories with his former partner, Colum, who remained his best friend right to the end.

John had a deep love for music, especially Kylie Minogue and Robbie Williams. His favourite song was “Better The Devil You Know” by Kylie Minogue. He was also a true cat lover, adored by his beloved cats Molly and Blade, and more recently by a wee stray cat whose name remained unknown but was loved all the same.

John will be remembered for his humour, his individuality, and the joy he brought to those around him. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Friday 16th January 2026:

A Celebration of Life Service for John will be held at Woodside Crematorium (46 Broomlands Street,Paisley, PA1 2NP)

John’s family would like to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for the outpouring of love and support received at this very sad and difficult time.

John R. Smith
1977 – 2025
“All the lovers that have gone before still light the way.”
Kylie Minogue

02/01/2026

STANE CEMETERY (Torbothie), SHOTTS, SCOTLAND 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

The final cemetery of the MacGregor Lone Piper 2026 New Year Salute in remembrance of all who rest in peace here

02/01/2026

BENHAR CEMETERY, SHOTTS, SCOTLAND 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

2nd January 2026

MacGregor Piper Salute to all who rest peacefully in this place

02/01/2026

02/01/2026

Holytown, Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

2026 MacGregor Piper Salute to all who rest peacefully below the skies of Holytown Cemetery and the neighbouring crematorium.

02/01/2026

New Stevenston, Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

2nd January 2026 MacGregor Piper Salute to all who rest in the sacred ground of St. Patrick’s Cemetery

02/01/2026

Bothwell Park Cemetery and Baby Memorial Garden, Scotland:
2026 MacGregor piper salute in remembrance of all who rest here 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

01/01/2026

MOTHERWELL, SCOTLAND:

The MacGregor Piper Salute 2026 lifts its song for all who rest beneath the skies of Airbles Cemetery 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿