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.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTPROCTORKathleen, Trish, Martin and family would like to sincerely thank everyone for the cards, flowers a...
26/05/2026

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

PROCTOR
Kathleen, Trish, Martin and family would like to sincerely thank everyone for the cards, flowers and messages of sympathy received following the recent sad loss of Patrick (Patty).

A Special thanks to Steven Manders for his comforting and uplifting service, and to William and staff at David M. Ellen Funeral Directors for his professional and thoughtful funeral arrangements ensuring Pattys final journey was perfect .

Thank you also to Judith for the lovely flowers arrangements and Nairn Dunbar Golf Club for the refreshments provided afterwards.

Finally, heartfelt thanks to all who attended the service and generously donated £1,247.62 in aid of Nairn District Nurses.

Announced with the family's permission.

HUMPHREYS (Nairn) Sadly, but peacefully, at her home, on Thursday, 21st May 2026, Emma Jayne Humphreys of Wyvis Drive, N...
26/05/2026

HUMPHREYS (Nairn)
Sadly, but peacefully, at her home, on Thursday, 21st May 2026, Emma Jayne Humphreys of Wyvis Drive, Nairn, aged 45 years. A proud and adored daughter of Susan, a much-loved sister of Craig, a dear niece and a sadly missed relative and friend to many. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Thursday, 11th June at 1.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to The Brain Tumour Charity or at https://www.dmellen.co.uk/family-notices

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25/05/2026

HARDIE (Forres)
Suddenly, but peacefully at home on Tuesday 19th May 2026 after a long illness bravely borne, Ian Hardie of Ryvoan Place, Forres, aged 73 years. Beloved husband of Marion, devoted dad to Mark, Christopher, Fiona & Claire, a dear father-in-law, much-loved granda of Aimee, Bailey, Arran, Josh, Ella & Cara, a sadly missed brother to Billy and good friend to many. Funeral Service at Tom Ross & Sons Chapel, Orchard Road, Forres on Monday 1st June at 11.00am, thereafter a private cremation. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu may be given, if desired, at the service to Forres Health Centre NHS Palliative Care.

Announced with the family's permission.

WARDLAW (Nairn) Sadly, but peacefully, after a short illness borne with great courage, at Nairn Town & County Hospital, ...
25/05/2026

WARDLAW (Nairn)
Sadly, but peacefully, after a short illness borne with great courage, at Nairn Town & County Hospital, on Thursday, 21st May 2026, Susan Mary Wardlaw of Moss-Side Brae, Nairn, aged 53 years. Beloved daughter of Irene and Eric, a much-loved twin of Jane, a dear sister-in-law of Douglas and a sadly missed relative and friend to many. Funeral service at Nairn United Reformed Church on Wednesday, 10th June at 11.00 am, thereafter to Nairn Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Moray Hydrotherapy Pool.

Announced with the family's permission.

THOMAS (Nairn) Peacefully, at his home, on Wednesday, 20th May 2026, Kenneth (Ken) Thomas of Merryton Crescent, Nairn, a...
25/05/2026

THOMAS (Nairn)
Peacefully, at his home, on Wednesday, 20th May 2026, Kenneth (Ken) Thomas of Merryton Crescent, Nairn, aged 78 years. Beloved partner of Jenny, a much-loved father of Kenneth, Lucy and Adam, a dear stepdad of Alison and Gillian, a caring father-in-law, a devoted grandad and a sadly missed friend to many. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Wednesday, 10th June at 1.30pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Nairn Hospital League of Friends.

Announced with the family's permission.

CARBERRY (Nairn) Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Sunday, 17th May 2026, Douglas Thomson Carberry of West...
22/05/2026

CARBERRY (Nairn)
Peacefully, at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, on Sunday, 17th May 2026, Douglas Thomson Carberry of Westbury Road, Nairn, aged 83 years. Beloved husband of the late Gillian, a much-loved father of Stuart and Jonathan, a dear father-in-law and a devoted grandfather. Funeral service at David M Ellen’s Chapel, Grantown Road, Nairn, IV12 5AP on Tuesday, 2nd June at 1.30pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Nairn Hospital League of Friends.

Announced with the family's permission.

LAPHAM (Nairn) Peacefully, at his home, on Tuesday, 19th May 2026, Ernest (Ernie) Lapham of Claymore Gardens, Nairn, age...
22/05/2026

LAPHAM (Nairn)
Peacefully, at his home, on Tuesday, 19th May 2026, Ernest (Ernie) Lapham of Claymore Gardens, Nairn, aged 89 years. Beloved husband of the late Iris, a dear father of Ernest, Arlene and Judith, a much-loved granda and great-granda and friend to many. Funeral service at Nairn United Reformed Church on Monday, 8th June at 12 noon, thereafter to Nairn Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Nairn Hospital League of Friends.

Announced with the family's permission.

22/05/2026

SCOTT (Forres)
Peacefully, at his home on Saturday 16th May 2026, John Scott of Beechway, Forres, aged 97 years. Deeply beloved and treasured husband of Sheila and the late Pamela, greatly loved uncle, stepfather and much valued friend. Funeral service at St John's Episcopal Church, Forres on Tuesday, 9th June at 10.00am, thereafter to Edinkillie Cemetery. All friends respectfully invited. Donations in lieu of flowers may be given at the service to The Soil Association and Garden Organic if desired.

Announced with the family's permission.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSTEWART (Nairn)The family of the late Richard (“Dickie”) Stewart would like to thank everyone who sent ki...
20/05/2026

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

STEWART (Nairn)
The family of the late Richard (“Dickie”) Stewart would like to thank everyone who sent kind and thoughtful messages of condolence. The cards, flowers, Facebook messages and prayers brought great comfort to all the family during this difficult time. We would also like to thank Rev. Steven Manders for his lovely service at Moray Crematorium, and Callum and his staff at D. M. Ellen Funeral Directors for arranging everything in such a personal and professional manner. It was all very much appreciated.
Thank you,
Alison & Robin, Gordon & Karen, and Charles

18/05/2026

NICOL (Forres/Kingussie/Aberdeen)
Sadly, but peacefully, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, on Monday, 11th May 2026, James McQueen Nicol (Jamie) of Moravia Court, Forres, aged 75 years. Beloved father of Nadine, a dear father-in-law of Noel, a much-loved brother of Mary, Nancie and Bill and a sadly missed brother-in-law, uncle and great uncle. Following a private cremation, memorial service at Tom Ross & Sons’ Chapel, Orchard Road, Forres on Friday, 5th June at 12.30pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Diabetes Scotland and Cancer Research UK.

Announced with the family's permission.

18/05/2026

FELTON (Forres)
Peacefully, at Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin, on Monday, 11th May 2026, William Patrick Felton (Billy) of Bogton Road, Forres, aged 85 years. Beloved husband of Marion, a much-loved father of Kevan, Daniel, Gavin and Frazer, a dear father-in-law, a devoted grandfather and a sadly missed relative and friend to many. Funeral service at Tom Ross & Sons’ Chapel, Orchard Road, Forres on Monday, 25th May at 1.00pm. All friends respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, may be given at the service to Ward 6 at Dr Gray’s Hospital.

Announced with the family's permission.

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