John Gilfillan Funeral Directors

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Funeral details concerning the late John Connor MBE:CONNORSuddenly, but peacefully, after a short illness, with his lovi...
07/01/2026

Funeral details concerning the late John Connor MBE:

CONNOR

Suddenly, but peacefully, after a short illness, with his loving family by his side, at Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy, on Friday 2nd January 2026, John Connor MBE, aged 71 years of Kirkcaldy, formerly Lochore.

Beloved husband of Jacqueline, much loved brother of Daniel and the late David, a dear brother-in-law, loving uncle, cousin and a very good friend to many others.

John was highly respected by his work colleagues and those he met throughout his life, he will be sorely missed.

Funeral service will take place at St Serfs Parish Church, Ballingry, on Wednesday 21st January at 11am, followed by interment at Ballingry Cemetery at 12 noon, to which all relatives and friends are respectfully invited.

06/01/2026

Funeral details concerning the late Patricia “Pat” Hodge:

HODGE

Peacefully in the presence of her loving family on Wednesday 31st December 2025, at Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy, Patricia “Pat” Hodge aged 91 years of Cardenden.

Beloved sister of the late Thomas and the late Lily, much loved auntie, cousin, and great friend to many more.

Funeral service will take place at Kirkcaldy Crematorium on Thursday 22nd January at 11:45am to which all relatives and friends are respectfully invited, family flowers only please, however donations if so desired will be gratefully received on leaving the crematorium in aid of Dementia Scotland.

06/01/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the funeral service for the late June Duff has been delayed. Please check the page for an updated date and time, this will be posted as soon as possible, apologies for any inconvenience caused.

06/01/2026

Acknowledgment of thanks from the family of the late James Caughey.

The family of Jim Caughey would like to thank John Gilfillan and his wonderful team for all the care and support we received at such a difficult time. Helping give the best send off to our dad.

A special thank you to Father Brian at St Ninians Church for the lovely service and eulogy on Tuesday 30th December.

Thanks to GillyTree Studio for the beautiful flowers.

A big thank you to Ann & staff at The Village Inn for going above and beyond with last minute changes arranging the lovely food and service was excellent.

The family would also like to thank every one for the lovely flowers, cards, messages and messages left on the funeral directors page. This gave us great comfort to read.

And most importantly thank you to everyone who attended and gave dad the best send off that he deserved.

Thank you.

30/12/2025

Acknowledgement of thanks from the family of the Late Jim Dryburgh:

Jim, Yvonne, Stevie, Donna and family would like to thank John Gilfillan Funeral Directors , Paul, Angela, Kirsty and Darren for their Professionalism, support and kindness given through out.
Thank you to the GillyTree Studio for their fantastic Fire Engine flower arrangement, it was lovely.

A big thank you to Craig Adamson for his uplifting service and kind words, thank you to Anne and staff at The Village Inn for the light refreshments.

A special thanks to Dana, at Fernlea care Home, for organising with Lochgelly Fire Service, a Fire Engine to es**rt dad on his final journey to Kinglassie Cemetery, the guys were amazing, it gave him a send off which he would have been very proud off.

We would also like to sincerely thank everyone that came to say there final goodbyes to Jim.

Jim’s family would like to thank all the staff at Fernlea Care Home, for all there care and attention over the last 21 months,
and to Katie & Cara (District Nurses) for nursed him and his Diabetes.

Thanks to Hospital at Home for there care and attention.
Last, but not least all the nurses and Doctors at Victoria Hospital Kirkcaldy, for all there help, support and treatment given to our dad (Jim) over the last 3 years.

Funeral details concerning the late Robin Thomson.THOMSONPeacefully, at Cameron Hospital, Windygates, on Friday 26th Dec...
30/12/2025

Funeral details concerning the late Robin Thomson.

THOMSON

Peacefully, at Cameron Hospital, Windygates, on Friday 26th December 2025, Robin Thomson aged 62 years of Lochgelly.

Beloved brother of Stewart and Linda, dear brother-in-law to Jennifer and Derek, much loved uncle, great uncle, cousin and very good friend to many more.

You will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved you Robin you were a true gentleman.

Funeral service will take place at Kirkcaldy Crematorium on Wednesday 14th January at 1.30 to which all relatives and friends are respectfully invited, family flowers only please, however donations if so desired will be gratefully received on leaving the crematorium in aid of Ward 23, Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy.

30/12/2025

Funeral details concerning the late Sharon Mullen:

MULLEN

Suddenly, but peacefully at home, on Saturday 20th December 2025, Sharon Mullen, aged 58 years of Ballingry, formerly Kelty.

Loving mum to Gail, Donna, Sean and Samantha, dear mother-in-law, doting gran, beloved daughter of the late Harry and Annie, much loved sister of Thomas, Linda, Harry and Maryann, loving auntie, cousin to many and a good friend who will be sadly missed.

Funeral mass will take place at St Kenneth and Bernards RC Church, Ballingry, on Monday 12th January 2026 at 10am, followed by interment at Ballingry Cemetery at 11am, to which all relatives and friends are respectfully invited.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, June's Funeral Service has been delayed, a new date and time will be posted as soon as ...
30/12/2025

Due to unforeseen circumstances, June's Funeral Service has been delayed, a new date and time will be posted as soon as possible.

Funeral details concerning the late June Duff.

DUFF

Peacefully, at home on Thursday 25th December 2025, June Duff aged 58 years of Lochgelly.

Beloved sister of Joyce, Jim and the late Ian and the late Irene, much loved auntie, great auntie, cousin and great friend to many more.

Funeral date will be posted in due course.

23/12/2025

Funeral details concerning the late William McLean:

MCLEAN

Suddenly, but peacefully, with his loving family by his side, at Camilla House, Auchtertool, on Wednesday 17th December 2025, William ‘Bill’ McLean, aged 92 years of Lochgelly.

Beloved husband of Irene, loving dad to Jillian and the late Douglas, dear father-in-law of Alex and Mary, doting grandad to Lisa, Steven, Gary and Vicky, auld grandad Bill to John, Hayden, Jamie, Isla, Heidi and a very good friend to many others.

Funeral service will take place at Kirkcaldy Crematorium, on Friday the 9th January at 11:45am, to which all family and friends are respectfully invited; family flowers only please, however donations can be made on leaving the crematorium in aid of Camilla House, Auchtertool.

22/12/2025

Acknowledgement of thanks, from the family of the late Margaret Crombie.

Jim and Linda would like to give their heartfelt thanks to the amazing team at John Gilfillan Funeral Directors, including Paul, Angela, Kirsty and Darren and everyone else that made our experience as pain free as possible. Your suggestions, helpfulness, kindness and professionalism cannot be overstated.

Big thanks to Scott Burton who did a consummate and touching job with the eulogy. thanks to Gillytree Studios, Glenrothes, for the lovely floral tribute.

Sincere thank you to all the family and friends, who took the time to pay their respects to mum (Margaret), at the crematorium. We were touched and comforted by their presence.

Finally, thanks, to those who sent cards, flowers and messages of comfort in the past few weeks, it is greatly appreciated.

Funeral details concerning the late Jean Payne.PAYNEPeacefully, in the presence of her loving family, on Tuesday 16th De...
22/12/2025

Funeral details concerning the late Jean Payne.

PAYNE

Peacefully, in the presence of her loving family, on Tuesday 16th December 2025, at Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy, Jean Payne, aged 85 years of Lochore.

Beloved wife of Mick, loving mum to Carol and Michael, dear mother-in-law to Patrick, much loved sister, auntie, cousin and a great friend to many more.

You will be sadly missed Jean.

Funeral service will take place at Lochore Institute on Wednesday 7th January at 11.00am, interment thereafter at Ballingry Cemetery at 11.45am, to which all relatives and friends are respectfully invited, donations if so desired will be gratefully received at Lochore Institute in aid of Ward 44 Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy.

19/12/2025

Acknowledgement of thanks, from the family of the late Alan Anderson.

Joan and all the family would like to express our heartfelt thanks, to all family, friends and the golfing community, for the cards, flowers and messages of condolence, following the sad passing of Alan.

A very special thank you to Paul, Angela, John, Kirsty and Darren at John Gilfillan Funeral Directors, for all your professional help and guidance at such a difficult time. Paul, your patience and understanding was greatly appreciated.

To Denis Madden, a special thanks for the wonderful service you gave for Alan, Thanks also to GillyTree Studios for the lovely floral tribute.

Sincere thank you to all the staff and members of Dunfermline Golf Club, for providing us with a wonderful space to come together to celebrate Alan, your hospitality was incredible.

Finally, we would like to thank everyone who attended the service at Dunfermline Crematorium to pay their final respects to Alan, and for the generous donations of £898.40 which will go to Maggie’s Centre Kirkcaldy, it is greatly appreciated.

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