Independent Funeral Directors. Incorporating James Ashton & Son, Edward McHugh and Macgregors.
James Ashton & Son Ltd is an appointed representative of Golden Charter Limited trading as Golden Charter Funeral Plans which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN:965279).
19/01/2026
McCANN
Suddenly, at home, in Dundee, on Friday, January 2, 2026, Liz, beloved wife of the late Sandy, much loved mum of David and Mark, devoted gran and great-gran, mother-in-law of Avril and Caroline and a dear sister of Janet.
Funeral service at Dundee Crematorium, on Wednesday, January 28, at 2.30 p.m., to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only, please, but donations in lieu, if desired, may be made at the Crematorium in aid of The British Heart Foundation.
MALONE
Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, at Royal Victoria Hospital, on Friday, January 2, 2026, Peter (lifelong member of the Fairmuir Club), beloved husband of Rosalind, much loved dad of Rosalind, Michael, Peter and Sharon, adored father-in-law, devoted grandad, great-grandad, loving brother-in-law and uncle. R.I.P.
Funeral service at The Immaculate Conception, St Mary's Lane, Lochee, on Friday, January 30, at 1.15 p.m., to which all family and friends are respectfully invited, interment thereafter at Birkhill Cemetery, arriving main gate at 2 p.m. Family flowers only, please, but donations in lieu, if so desired, can be made at the church, in aid of R.V.H., Ward 7 Comfort Fund.
LIVIE
Suddenly, but peacefully, at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee, on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, Terry, aged 67 (ex paramedic, Dundee), a much loved partner, dad, grandad, son and dear friend to many.
Funeral service in Dundee Crematorium, on Tuesday, January 27, at 2.30 p.m., to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only, please, but donations in lieu, if desired, may be made at the Crematorium, in aid of Alzheimer Scotland.
SCRIMGEOUR
Peacefully, at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee, on Friday, January 9, 2026, Brian, aged 77, beloved husband of the late Margaret, much loved dad of Brian, loving father in law of Vicky, devoted grandad of Lewis and Zac, a dear brother of Lyn, uncle and good friend to many.
Funeral service at Dundee Crematorium on Monday, February 2 at 10:30am to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu, if desired, can be made at the Crematorium in aid of COPD.
DUNCAN
Peacefully, at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee, on Saturday, January 10, 2026, Rachel (Ray), cherished wife of Alistair, much loved mum of Susan, George, Sharon, Amanda and Debbie, a devoted Gran, Nana, Lala and good friend to many.
Funeral service at Dundee Crematorium on Monday, January 26, at 12.30pm to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but donations in lieu, if desired, can be made at the Crematorium in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.
MATTHEW
Suddenly at home, on Monday December 29, 2025. Sandra (Shortie) aged 67, (Ex domestic, Ninewells Hospital) much loved, sister, sister-in-law and aunt. Funeral service private.
SMITH
Peacefully, at Turriff House, on Sunday, January 4, 2026, Derek (formerly D.C. Thomson and Dundee College), much loved dad of Ryan and Martyn, loving father-in-law of Alison and Emma, devoted grandad of Andrew, Callum, Cameron, Matthew, Finlay, Macy, Aiva and Leyton, dear brother of Christine and the late James, uncle and good friend.
Funeral service at Dundee Crematorium, on Wednesday, January 28, at 11.30 a.m., to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Floral tributes welcome, but donations in lieu, if so desired, can be made at the Crematorium, in aid of Turriff House Comfort Fund, please wear something tangerine, if desired.
CUTHILL
Peacefully, at Roxburghe House, Dundee, on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, Catherine (nee Stanton) (also known as Cathy Paterson and Kate), aged 70, much loved mum of Neil and Christopher, devoted gran of Sophie, Ben, Cerys, Lori, Ailie, Miller, Kaiden, Grace, Keira, loving mother-in-law of Sarah and Amy and a dear sister and aunt. R.I.P.
Reception of Remains in St Marys Lochee, The Immaculate Conception R.C. Church, St Mary's Lane, on Wednesday, January 28, at 5.30 p.m. Funeral Mass on Thursday, January 29, at 10 a.m., to which all family and friends are respectfully invited, interment thereafter in Birkhill Cemetery, arriving main gate at 11.15 a.m. Family flowers only, please, but donations in lieu, if desired, may be made at the church in aid of Mary's Meals.
HUSBAND
Peacefully, at St Ronans Care Home, Dundee, on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, Norma, aged 90, beloved wife of the late Bill, much loved mum of Bruce, Wendy and Keith, devoted gran and great-gran.
Funeral service at Dundee Crematorium, on Wednesday, January 21, at 1.30 p.m., to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only, please, but donations in lieu, if desired, may be made at the Crematorium in aid of Dementia Scotland.
ROSIE
Peacefully, at Roxburghe House, Dundee, after a short illness, on Thursday, December 25, 2025, Bryan, aged 74, dearly beloved husband of June, much loved dad of Jennifer and Gillian, loved grandad of Katie, Jakob and Zander and best pal of Domino.
Funeral service in Dundee Crematorium, on Monday, January 19, at 3.30 p.m., to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only, please, but donations in lieu, if desired, may be made at the Crematorium in aid of Cancer research U.K.
TINDAL
Peacefully, at home, on Friday, December 26, 2025, John, aged 90, beloved husband of Betty, much loved dad of Bruce and Gordon, proud grandad of Becky, Jack and Lucy, dear father-in-law of Sandra and Jane, and brother of the late Rob, Dave, Wull, Angus, Alan and Doug. Funeral service private, at his own request.
PETRIE
Suddenly, at home, in Dundee, on Sunday, January 4, 2026, Bill, aged 78, beloved husband of Ann, much loved dad and best friend of Lynn, adored grandad of Kendal and Millie and grandad to his loved furry friend Murphy and a dear brother, uncle, father-in-law and grandad-in-law.
Funeral service at Dundee Crematorium, on Thursday, January 22, at 3.30 p.m., to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Flowers welcome, but donations, in lieu, if desired, may be made at the Crematorium in aid of The British Heart Foundation.
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As the region’s largest independent funeral directors, with three locations across Dundee and premises in St Andrews, we have cared for families since 1910.
We prioritise your needs to provide a truly personal service. We care for your family and we never make assumptions. As in life, we know that every person deserves an exceptional level of service that is unique to them in death. We spend time finding out more about your loved one to provide the best possible final send off, for them and for you.
Our experienced team co-ordinates the necessary elements of a funeral to ensure a reliable and professional experience, but our service extends beyond the practical. Our funeral directors take their time to care for your family, to provide a fitting tribute that is right for every individual. We take care of all practical aspects of arranging a funeral, including: cremation, burial, benefit claims and prepayment funeral plans. We are also there to offer advice on personal touches such as floral tributes, memorials, service sheets and charity donations.
We take pride in our honest approach and we always treat others how we would like to be treated. Every life matters and we take our commitment to providing a professional service very seriously. Our experienced team promises to do everything it can during your difficult time.
