Alexander Buchan & Son Funeral Directors

Alexander Buchan & Son Funeral Directors We are a family run firm and have been trusted to care and provide a personal and professional funeral service since 1945.

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BUCHAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS, MINTLAW

Alexander Buchan & Son 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). We are a member of the NAFD (National Association of Funeral Directors) so you are assured of a sympathetic and understanding service. We are also a member of SAIF (National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors). Our office and rest rooms are located in Fraserburgh. We also have another office, Buchan Funerals, in Mintlaw. Both of which cover the whole of the North East of Scotland and offer a full 24 hour service. Our aim is to treat every funeral with our fullest care and attention and to be there for you in time of bereavement. All of our staff understand how difficult a time this can be and we are dedicated to providing you with quality support and guidance. Our services include:
Burials and cremations
Both religious and non-religious ceremonies can be arranged
Private rest rooms at, Fraserburgh or Mintlaw
Private chapel (300 seats available, located at our Fraserburgh funeral home, Fraserburgh's only Funeral Chapel)
Transport
Press notices
Hymn sheets
Advice on funeral costs
24/7 availability
Range of coffins
Pre-paid funeral plans

COWIE(Fraserburgh) It is with great sadness we announce the passing on Tuesday February 17, 2026, of Brian Cowie, aged 5...
26/02/2026

COWIE
(Fraserburgh)
It is with great sadness we announce the passing on Tuesday February 17, 2026, of Brian Cowie, aged 50 years. Dear son of Albert Cowie & Beth MacIntosh, dad of Ryan & Scott, brother of Jodie & Shona, uncle of Hayley & Kai, a much loved nephew, cousin and good friend to many. Funeral service from Alexander Buchan & Son Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, March 4 at 12.30pm, thereafter interment at Kirkton Cemetery, to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but donations may be given in lieu, if so desired, at Chapel door for chosen charities.

FORSYTH (The Smiddy)We are heartbroken to announce, after a short illness, at home, with his wife by his side, on Friday...
24/02/2026

FORSYTH
(The Smiddy)
We are heartbroken to announce, after a short illness, at home, with his wife by his side, on Friday February 20, 2026, the passing of David Alexander, aged 75 years. Darling husband of Linda, devoted dad of Sara, Fiona & the late Shona, loving granda to Finley & Carlene & great-granda to Evie, respected father-in-law to Brian and to Fiona’s partner Matthew, a dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin & good friend to many. Funeral service from Alexander Buchan & Son Funeral Chapel, Denmark Street, Fraserburgh on Monday March 2, at 11am, thereafter to Lonmay Cemetery, to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please but donations may be given in lieu, if so desired in aid of Macmillan Nurses & Crimond Surgery, District Nurses. No callers please.

CARTNEY(Maud) It is with great sadness the family announce the peaceful passing at Faithlie Care Home on Thursday Februa...
23/02/2026

CARTNEY
(Maud)
It is with great sadness the family announce the peaceful passing at Faithlie Care Home on Thursday February 19, 2026, of Hazel (nee Robbie), aged 84 years. Beloved wife of Henry, cherished mam of Aileen and Andrew, much loved mother-in-law of Sandra, sister, sister-in-law, cousin and a good friend to many. Funeral service from Maud Church on Thursday February 26, at 2pm, to which all family and friends are respectfully invited, thereafter Cremation private. Family flowers only please but donations may be given in lieu, if so desired, at chapel door in aid of Dementia Scotland and Faithlie Care Home. Forever in our hearts.

FORSYTH (The Smiddy)We are heartbroken to announce, after a short illness, at home, with his wife by his side, on Frida...
21/02/2026

FORSYTH
(The Smiddy)
We are heartbroken to announce, after a short illness, at home, with his wife by his side, on Friday the 20th February, the passing of David Alexander, aged 75. Darling husband of Linda, devoted Dad of Sara, Fiona & the late Shona, Loving Granda to Finley & Carlene & Great Granda to Evie, Respected father-in-law to Brian, a dear Brother, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin & good friend to many. Funeral arrangements to follow. No callers please.

TAYLOR(St Combs/Sandhaven)Very suddenly at his home, on Thursday February 19, 2026, after a long illness borne with such...
21/02/2026

TAYLOR
(St Combs/Sandhaven)
Very suddenly at his home, on Thursday February 19, 2026, after a long illness borne with such courage and dignity, Alister, aged 77 years. Dearly loved and cherished husband of Elma, dear brother, brother-in-law and very special and dearly loved uncle, great-uncle and good friend to everyone who knew him. Funeral service from Alexander Buchan & Son Funeral Chapel, on Friday February 27 at 12.30pm, followed by interment at Lonmay Cemetery, to which all family and friends are respectfully and warmly invited. Family flowers only please, donations can be made in lieu of flowers if so desired in Alister’s memory for Buchan Renal Unit and St Combs Xmas light fund. So very dearly missed by all, remembered always.

TAYLOR, (Fraserburgh)Acknowledgement - Gordon, Heather and all the extended family wish to thank everyone for their kind...
21/02/2026

TAYLOR, (Fraserburgh)
Acknowledgement - Gordon, Heather and all the extended family wish to thank everyone for their kind acts of sympathy and support they received following the recent sad passing of Eleanor (Cowie). Grateful thanks to all her carers for their recent attendance and the care shown to Eleanor. Our grateful thanks to Rhoda Mcdonald for her fitting tribute and kind thoughtful words at the chapel, special thanks to Owen and the staff at Alexander Buchan & Son Funeral Directors for all their help, guidance and support with all the arrangements; to the Leisure Centre for the lovely teas provided and finally to everyone who came to pay their last respects at the chapel. Now at rest with her beloved late husband Bill. So very dearly missed always remembered.

LOWE (Rathen)Acknowledgement – Alan, Linsey and family would like to thank everyone for the kind messages, calls, flower...
21/02/2026

LOWE (Rathen)
Acknowledgement – Alan, Linsey and family would like to thank everyone for the kind messages, calls, flowers and sympathy they received on the recent sad passing of our Dad/Grampa, Stuart Clark Lowe. We really appreciated the opportunity to celebrate his life and share the stories with those that attended his service and teas at Fraserburgh Golf Club. Special thanks to Rhoda Mcdonald for her personal eulogy; to Stewart Whyte for singing ‘Caledonia’; to Bob Forman for reading ‘An Honest Man’; to Pauline Buchan for playing the piano and in particular to Zander at Alexander Buchan and Son Funeral Directors who made a tough time so much easier for all our family. Thank you to all the team at Fraserburgh Golf Club for the use of your facilities and the tasty soup and sandwiches afterwards. For those that travelled near and far to pay your last respects, your presence was much appreciated. An incredible £400 was raised towards the development of Junior Golf at Fraserburgh Golf Club and a Memorial Shield will be organised by the Junior Convenor Craig Stephen for the Rosehill Juniors to play for each year ! Together again – Stuart, Irene and David.

WATKINS(Whitehill)It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary on Saturday Febr...
20/02/2026

WATKINS
(Whitehill)
It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary on Saturday February 14, 2026, of Gwendoline (Gwen), nee Sievewright, aged 76 years. Cherished wife and soulmate of Paul, loving mother of James and the late Dawn, a much loved sister, sister-in-law, auntie and good friend to many. Funeral private at the family's request.

MACKENZIE(Peebles/Fraserburgh)Very suddenly at his home in Fraserburgh, on Monday February 16, 2026, John William Donald...
20/02/2026

MACKENZIE
(Peebles/Fraserburgh)
Very suddenly at his home in Fraserburgh, on Monday February 16, 2026, John William Donald (Billy), aged 82 years. Dearly loved and cherished husband to Margaret, much loved and loving dad of Terry and John, very proud, devoted and adored papa to Andrew and Ashley, a dear brother and friend to all who knew him. Funeral private at his own request. Dearly missed and remembered always.

MENZIES/HARRISON (Fraserburgh)Acknowledgement - Dave, Linda, Chris and all the extended family, wish to express their he...
19/02/2026

MENZIES/HARRISON (Fraserburgh)
Acknowledgement - Dave, Linda, Chris and all the extended family, wish to express their heartfelt thanks to everyone for the kind acts of sympathy and kindness they received by way of cards, flowers, messages, visits and phone calls on the recent sad loss of Nicola. Sincere thanks to Buchan Renal Unit for the kindness and help given to Nicola. Special thanks to Willie Watt for his kindness and very kind and thoughtful words at both the Chapel and graveside; to Owen and all the staff at Alexander Buchan & Son Funeral Directors for all their support, guidance and sympathetic arrangements; to the Old Parish Centre for the lovely teas and finally to everyone who travelled from near and far to pay their last respects, your presence was greatly appreciated. Your kind donations received in lieu of flowers of £370 will be passed on to Buchan Renal Unit in Nicola’s memory. “Gone from our homes, forever in our hearts”

RITCHIE, (Rosehearty)Acknowledgement - Linda and family wish to thank everyone for the many expressions of sympathy rece...
19/02/2026

RITCHIE, (Rosehearty)
Acknowledgement - Linda and family wish to thank everyone for the many expressions of sympathy received, in the form of cards, messages and flowers following the loss of Billy. Grateful thanks to The Anchor Unit for their care of Billy in his final days; to Margaret Grant for a fitting tribute and for her kind words; to Owen and staff at Alexander Buchan & Son for handling the arrangements; to The Davron Hotel for providing a lovely tea; to all who came to pay their last respects at the service and finally, for the generous donations totaling £1,353.72, which have been split between Friends of Anchor and R.H.I.F.A.

STRACHAN(Fraserburgh/Inverallochy)We are broken-hearted to announce the peaceful passing of Grace (nee McLeman), aged 75...
19/02/2026

STRACHAN
(Fraserburgh/Inverallochy)
We are broken-hearted to announce the peaceful passing of Grace (nee McLeman), aged 75 years, at home with her family by her side on Monday February 16, 2026. Beloved wife of Ian, loved and loving mum of Deborah, Ruth, Ian Mark and Matthew, dear mother-in-law, proud granny and great granny, sister of the late George, sister-in-law and auntie. Funeral service from Central Church, Fraserburgh on Thursday February 26, at 11am, followed by interment at Inverallochy Cemetery, to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only and no callers please. Absent from the body, present with the Lord.

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Fraserburgh
AB439HB

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