Ian Esslemont Funeral Directors Ltd

10/08/2025

With kind permission from John’s family:

DUTHIE
(Ladysbridge)
Peacefully at home on Thursday, July 31, 2025, John, aged 67 years, (retired TSB Bank Manager), beloved husband of Pauline, father of David and Michael also a dear son and brother. Funeral Service at Moray Crematorium, Buckie on Monday, August 18 at 12.30pm. All friends are respectfully invited. At John’s request no flowers please, but donations may be given in lieu, if desired at service in aid of Friends of ANCHOR.

05/08/2025

With kind permission from Gerry’s family:

WILLIAMS
Sean and Jayne would sincerely like to thank all friends and neighbours for their kind expressions of sympathy following the sad loss of their dear dad Gerald (Gerry). Special thanks to AMAU at Dr Gray's, to Rev Wiekus van Straaten for his comforting service, to Ian Esslemont Funeral Directors for their caring arrangements, to Boogie Woogie for the lovely teas and the Bowling Club. Finally thank you to everyone who took the time to pay their last respects.

05/08/2025

With kind permission from Jack’s family:

04/08/2025

With kind permission from Jock’s family:

PIRIE
(Banff)
June, Elaine, Sandra and family would like to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for the many kind expressions of sympathy received following the sad loss of Jock. Grateful thanks to be given to the compassionate staff at A&E and ward 110 of ARI. A special thank you to nurse practitioner Lynsey Milliken for being kind, caring and supportive when it was needed the most. Many thanks to Robin Wiseman for a heartwarming and fitting eulogy celebrating the life of Jock, To Ian Esslemont Funeral Directors Ltd for making all the arrangements and to the Banff Springs for the lovely teas. A final thank you to all who came to celebrate Jock's life and so generously donated the sum of £455 for Cancer Research UK.

01/08/2025

With kind permission from Sandy’s family:

SIMPSON
(Drumblade)
Peacefully with his family by his side at Scott’s Hospital on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, Alexander (Sandy), aged 82 years, beloved husband of Elizabeth (nee Beverley), much loved dad and father-in-law of Karen and Gordon, Elaine and Heck, adored granda of Natalie, Isla and Sandy, beloved GG of Faith and Lauchlan, a good neighbour and friend to many. Funeral private at his own request.

30/07/2025

26/07/2025

With kind permission from Johanna’s family:

24/07/2025

With kind permission from Gerry’s family:

WILLIAMS
(Keith)
Peacefully at Dr Gray’s on Monday, July 21, 2025, Gerald (Gerry) aged 83 years, beloved husband of the late Helen, dear dad of Sean and Jayne and a great friend of many. Funeral service at St Rufus Church on Tuesday, July 29 at 11am. All friends respectfully invited.

24/07/2025

With kind permission from J’s family:
PARSONS
(Huntly)

Notice of Funeral Arrangements: The funeral for Jonothan “J” James Parsons will be held on the 30th July 2025 at Moray Crematorium at 2.15. The service will begin promptly at 2.30, followed by a gathering at the nearby Mill House Hotel, Bridge of Tynet.

J (Jono) was many things to many people, not least a son, little and big brother, uncle, cousin, partner, friend, frenemy and colleague.

We would like you to join us in remembering J, focusing on the good times and the old days in our individual and collective histories with him.

Family flowers only, but donations in lieu can be made to either Networks of Wellbeing, a local mental health organization, or Diabetes UK using the following link: https://www.memorygiving.com/jonojparsons.

Black not necessary, but please dress in a way that would honor J, whether traditional or smart.

We would also like to take this opportunity to thank our family and friends, the wider community, and especially the Police and other emergency services, for all their help and support and efforts in bringing J home.

23/07/2025

With kind permission from Carolynne’s family:

RIDDOCH
(Huntly/Turriff)
The family of the late Carolynne wish to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for their sincere expressions of sympathy which were extended to them via cards, calls, messages and flowers received on her sudden sad passing. Special thanks to Moira for all her help and support, to Nicola Johnston for her comforting and personal service, to Annie’s Catering for their wonderful refreshments and to Ian Esslemont Funeral Directors for their help, guidance and compassion. Finally, to all who paid their last respects at the hall and generously donated £ 423.16 to SCAA.

23/07/2025

With kind permission from Ann’s family:

CRUICKSHANK

(Huntly)

Douglas, Moira and family would like to thank all relatives, friends and neighbours for their kind expressions of sympathy extended to them by way of cards, messages, calls and flowers following the sad loss of Ann. Special thanks to the staff of Rothieden, Huntly for the care Ann received during her hospital stay and to the team at SRS for their visits and care over the past four years. Grateful thanks to Rev Elspeth McKay for her comforting service, Ian Esslemont for his professional service and guidance and to Huntly Golf Club for the lovely tea and refreshments. Finally, a sincere thank you to all who paid their last respects at the graveside.

21/07/2025

With kind permission from John’s family:

PIRIE
(Banff)
Peacefully at A.R.I. on Saturday, July 12, 2025, John (Jock), aged 72 years, beloved husband of June, much loved dad of Elaine and Sandra, a dear father-in-law, devoted granda to Connor, Ritchie, David, Emma and Colby. Funeral service in the Banff Springs Hotel on Monday July 28 at 11am. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations, in lieu, if desired may be given at hotel door in aid of Cancer Research UK.