David M Ellen Funeral Directors

David M Ellen Funeral Directors "A family business to help you in your time of need." Long established Funeral Directors serving Nairn and the surrounding area for over 70 years.

07/08/2025

DINGWALL (Forres)
Peacefully, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, on Sunday, 3rd August 2025, Mary Sutherland Dingwall (née Ogilvie) of Mannachie Road, Forres, aged 78 years, beloved wife of Hamish, a proud and adored daughter of the late Janet and Richard (Dick), a much loved sister of Richard and a sadly missed relative and friend. Funeral service at Tom Ross and Sons Chapel, Orchard Road, Forres on Thursday, 14th August at 1:00pm, thereafter to Clovenside Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Donations, if desired, may be given at the service to the British Heart Foundation.

Announced with the family's permission.

FAULDS (Nairn)Sadly, at Nairn Town and County Hospital, on Saturday, 2nd August 2025, Jesmine MacKay Faulds (née Pennell...
06/08/2025

FAULDS (Nairn)
Sadly, at Nairn Town and County Hospital, on Saturday, 2nd August 2025, Jesmine MacKay Faulds (née Pennell) of Beech Avenue, Nairn, aged 76 years, beloved wife of Bobby, a much loved mother of Amy and Julie and stepmother of Morag and Robert, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother and a sadly missed sister, relative and friend. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Wednesday, 13th August and 2.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Wearing something yellow, if possible, would be appreciated. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Parkinson’s UK.

Announced with the family's permission.

05/08/2025



On exam results day, it’s easy to feel like these grades define success or failure. But they’re just one step on the road of life.

I left Nairn Academy with 7 Highers and a clear plan: study Management with Finance at university and become a financial advisor. It felt like the “right” path — and for a while, it was.

But life had other ideas.

In my second year of university, my dad passed away suddenly. Everything changed overnight. I left uni to take over the family business — not because it was part of the plan, but because it was the right thing to do.

That was 14 years ago. Since then, I’ve had a career full of highs and lows, growth and learning. I’ve met incredible people from all walks of life, and found meaning and purpose in ways I never expected.

My school results didn’t define where I ended up. What shaped my journey were the things that can’t be graded — resilience, hard work, adaptability, and passion.

Exam results do not define your life. Find something that brings you passion and joy — and you won’t go far wrong.

Callum x

31/07/2025

TULLOCH (Forres)
Suddenly, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Saturday, 26th July 2025, Moyra Sinclair Tulloch (née Birnie) of Anderson Crescent, Forres, aged 87 years, beloved wife of the late William, a much loved mam of Colin, Wilma, Brian and Ewan, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted granny and great-granny and a sadly missed relative and friend. Funeral service at St Laurence Parish Church, Forres on Tuesday, 12th August at 11.00am. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Ward 5C at Raigmore Hospital and F.A.C.T.

Announced with the family's permission.

30/07/2025

PATRICK (Forres)
Peacefully, after a short illness at Dr Gray's Hospital, Elgin on Thursday, 24th July 2025, Moira Patrick (nee Thomson) of Chapelton Place, Forres, aged 88 years, beloved wife of Brian, a much loved mother of Bruce and Lisa, a dear mother-in-law, a devoted grandmother and a sadly missed relative and dear friend. Funeral service at St Laurence Parish Church, Forres on Thursday, 7th August at 11:00am. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to National Youth Orchestra and Children First.

Announced with the family's permission.

GRAY (Nairn) Peacefully, at his home, on Tuesday, 22nd July 2025, David Gray of River Park, Nairn, aged 61 years, devote...
25/07/2025

GRAY (Nairn)
Peacefully, at his home, on Tuesday, 22nd July 2025, David Gray of River Park, Nairn, aged 61 years, devoted partner of Aidan, a much loved brother of Jeff and Denise, a dear brother-in-law, a caring uncle and a sadly missed friend to many. Funeral service at Inverness Crematorium on Friday, 1st August 2025 at 11:00am. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Help for Heroes.

Announced with the family's permission.

25/07/2025

BLAKE (Cawdor)
Peacefully, at Highview House Care Home, Inverness, on Monday, 21st July 2025, George Edward Blake (Ted) formerly of Cawdor, aged 82 years, beloved husband of the late Dorothy, a much loved brother, a dear brother-in-law, and a sadly missed relative and friend. Funeral service at Inverness Crematorium on Monday, 4th August at 12 noon. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to the Highland Hospice.

Announced with the family's permission.

24/07/2025

Today, we said farewell to Tom Ross, founder of Tom Ross and Sons Funeral Directors, and later the proud custodian of David M Ellen Funeral Directors.

Tom was more than a businessman. He was a man of principle, compassion, hard work, and quiet strength. Under his leadership, the company had supported over 6,000 families in their time of need. He believed in doing things properly, with dignity and care, and he built a reputation rooted in trust, respect, and service to the community.

He gave generously to good causes and never turned his back on anyone in need. He was proud to serve the community, and proud of his family. He wanted the best for us—and expected the best from us. That expectation came from a place of love, belief, and high standards that shaped everything we did.

Alongside my father Brian, Tom laid the foundations of a business built on integrity and compassion. We remain committed to upholding those values and continuing the legacy he worked so hard to create.

On behalf of our family, thank you to everyone who has shared their kind words, memories, and support during this time. Your warmth has meant more to us than we can say.

Rest in peace, Granda.
We’ll continue to do you proud.

Callum x

MACKINTOSH (Nairn) Tragically, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Wednesday, 16th July 2025, Conor James Thomson Mackin...
22/07/2025

MACKINTOSH (Nairn)
Tragically, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Wednesday, 16th July 2025, Conor James Thomson Mackintosh of Fishertown, Nairn, aged 25 years, a proud and adored son of Wendy and Jimmy, beloved partner of Angel, a dear nephew and a sadly missed cousin, relative and friend to many. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Wednesday, 30th July at 12 noon. All friends respectfully invited. Casual dress (shorts and trackies) welcome if desired. Family flowers only please.

Announced with the family’s permission.

MAITLAND (Nairn)Peacefully, at Bruach House Care Home, Nairn, on Thursday, 17th July, 2025. Douglas Mitchell Maitland, f...
21/07/2025

MAITLAND (Nairn)
Peacefully, at Bruach House Care Home, Nairn, on Thursday, 17th July, 2025. Douglas Mitchell Maitland, formerly of Fishertown, Nairn, aged 88 years. Beloved husband of the late Mamie, A much-loved father of Carol, a dear father-in-law of the late Alex, a devoted grandfather and great-grandfather, and a sadly missed brother of Janette. Funeral service at Nairn Old Parish Church, on Tuesday, 29th July, at 2.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Bruach House Residents Fund.

Announced with the family's permission.

SPENCE (Nairn) Peacefully, at Nairn Town & County Hospital, on Sunday, 13th July 2025, Harold Spence (Harry) of Claymore...
21/07/2025

SPENCE (Nairn)
Peacefully, at Nairn Town & County Hospital, on Sunday, 13th July 2025, Harold Spence (Harry) of Claymore Gardens, Nairn and formerly of Galcantray Farm, Cawdor, aged 74 years, beloved husband of Isobel, a much loved father of Wendy, a caring stepdad of Scott, David, Ian, Ross and Fiona, a caring father-in-law, a devoted grandad of Malek, Maya, Ella, Evie, Ethan, Eilidh and Robbie, and a sadly missed brother and friend to many. Funeral service at Inverness Crematorium on Monday, 28th July at 11.00am. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to the British Heart Foundation.

Announced with the family's permission.

17/07/2025

ROSS (Forres)
Peacefully, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, on Friday, 11th July 2025, Donald Ross of Edward Road, Forres, aged 70 years, a much loved partner of the late Geraldine Johnstone, a beloved dad of Anne and Daina, a beloved stepdad to Lacey, a devoted grandad to Ella and a sadly missed father-in-law, brother-in-law, brother and friend to many. Funeral service at Tom Ross & Sons’ Chapel, Orchard Road, Forres on Tuesday, 22nd July at 11.00am, thereafter to Clovenside Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland.

Announced with the family's kind permission.

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