Obituaries
GENTLEMAN
Peacefully at home on Saturday 8th February after a short illness aged 92 years, with his family by his side,
William “Bill”
Much loved husband to the late Dulcie
loving and adoring dad to George, Rhona,
Graham and Sandy, awesome father-in-law to Pete,
very proud papa to Donald & Katie, Cammy & Becca,
Sarah & Chris, Sean & Hannah, adored great-papa to Declan, Riley, Matthew, Ella-Rose, Hilton, Munro, Nairn, Rosie & Riley,
dear brother of the late Sybil, will be greatly missed by all
the family, and all who knew him.
A true gentleman and a legend who always loved a laugh.
A service to take place on Friday 7th March 2025
at Robson’s Dovetail Chapel at 11.45 am
with interment in Wellogate Cemetery at 12.30 pm
Flowers open
REVEL
Peacefully at home in St Margaret’s
on Wednesday 5th February 2025, with her family by her side
Harriet (Hetty) née Godfrey
Beloved wife of the late Bill
Cherished mum of Fiona, Keith and Kay
Adored and adoring granny and great-granny
to her 11 grandkids.
A service will be held on Friday 28th February 2025
at Robson’s Dovetail Chapel at 11.45 am followed by
interment in Wilton Cemetery at 12.30 pm
Family flowers only with donations, if desired towards
Buccleuch & St Margaret’s Care Centre
GRANT
Suddenly but peacefully at the Royal Infirmary on 3rd February 2025, with his beloved family by his side
Les
Adoring husband and soulmate to Fiona,
Proud and doting father to Kirstie and Jenna,
and father-in-law to Alistair,
Loving son-in-law to John and Margaret,
and brother-in-law to Moira
Private ceremony at Les’ request.
Family flowers only, donations can be made to Les’
charities of choice in lieu of flowers.
SIMSON
Peacefully after a short illness on
Saturday 25th January 2025 at Borders General Hospital
William (Wull)
dearest friend and companion to Doris
much loved step-dad and grandfather to all the family.
A true gentleman and friend to many.
A private funeral service to be held at Wull’s request.
AXON
Peacefully passed away at home
on Wednesday, 29th January, 2025
after a short illness.
BOB
Loving Husband to Carol
Will be sorely missed by Family and Friends.
Private Funeral at Bob’s request.
BROWN
Peacefully at St Andrews Care Home
on Saturday 25th January 2025
Helen Hislop (Eileen) née Grieve
Beloved wife of the late Rob
Dearly loved mum of Keith
and mother-in-law to Susan
Service to be held on Monday 17th February 2025 at
Robson’s Dovetail Chapel at 12.15 pm
followed by committal at Wellogate Cemetery at 1.00 pm
CAIRNS
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Kerry Cairns (née Lawrence), 53, who passed away at
the Borders General Hospital on the 28th of January surrounded by her family, after a long battle with cancer.
Loving wife to Colin,
devoted mum to Lauren, Ella, Katie and Ben,
and daughter of the late Jane Lawrence.
Funeral service to take place on
Wednesday 12th February 2025
at Borders Crematorium at 2.00 pm
Family flowers only, with donations if desired,
towards Macmillan Centre and Lavender Touch.
SCOTT
Tragically on Sunday 12th January 2025
John “Jocky”
Devoted and loving husband to Irene
Amazing dad to Keith and Jill
Doting papa to Niamh
Much loved little brother to Rob and George
Proud uncle to all the family, and dearly loved in-law
will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Funeral service on Friday 14th February 2025 at
Borders Crematorium at 11.00 am, followed by
Memorial Service at Hawick Rugby Club at 12.15 pm
Family flowers only, with donations if desired to
Teviot Day Service
Common Riding and Club Ties may be worn
SMITH
Peacefully at Hawick Community Hospital,
on Thursday 23rd January 2025
with her family by her side.
Gladys
Much loved mum to Frances,
granny and great-granny to all the family.
Private funeral at Gladys’ request.
HOLMES
Peacefully at Margaret Kerr Unit, BGH
on Friday 17th January 2025, with her family by her side
Patricia (Patsy) née Lunn
beloved wife of the late Ronnie
much loved mum of Michael, Brian and Jacqueline,
loving sister and mother-in-law,
and proud granny and great-granny to all the family.
Funeral service to be held on Monday 10th February 2025
at Borders Crematorium at 2.00 pm
Family flowers only please
Donations if desired, to Hawick Dementia Café
SHORT
Peacefully on Friday 10th January 2025
at Knowesouth Nursing home,
Angus “Gus”
Beloved husband of Isobel
Brother of the late Bert and Rodderick
Dearly loved brother in law, uncle
and great friend to all who knew him.
Service to be held on Thursday 6th February 2025 at
Borders Crematorium at 12.00 noon.
Family flowers only.
CLARK
Suddenly at home on 29th December 2024
Christine
Dearly loved sister of Grahame, Colin, Elaine and Billy
Sister in law to Anne, Ellen and Alan
Loving aunty of Alasdair, Annabelle and Heather
Family flowers only
Donations if desired to McMillan Nurses
Service to be held on Monday 27th January 2025
at Borders Crematorium at 3.00pm
NORMAN
After a short illness peacefully
at home with loved ones by her side
on Wednesday 8th January 2025
Davina
Beloved aunty to all her family.
Donations if desired to Garden View Comfort Fund.
Service to be held on Monday 3rd February 2025
at Robson’s Dovetail Chapel at 12.15 pm
followed by interment at Wellogate Cemetery at 1.00pm
McALLAN
Peacefully at home on
Tuesday 7th January 2025, with her family by her side
Kate née Bell
devoted wife and best friend to Ian
proud and loving mum to Liam, Murray and partners
much loved granny to Quinn, Miley and Ollie
dear sister to Liz, Marian and Graham,
will be greatly missed by the whole family.
Private funeral at Kate’s request.
DALGLEISH
Peacefully at Deanfield Care Home on
Monday 6th January 2025, with his family by his side
Ian
beloved husband of the late Pat
much loved brother of Joyce and Marlyn
and loving brother in law and uncle
to all the family
Service to be held on Tuesday 4th February 2025
at Robson’s Dovetail Chapel at 11.45 am
followed by Cremation at Borders Crematorium at 1.00 pm
Donations if desired towards
Deanfield Comfort Fund
WILSON
Peacefully at St Andrews Nursing Home on
Friday 3rd January 2025, with her family by her side
Fay née Scott
Much loved wife of the late John “Jock”
Cherished mum of Carol and Vivienne
Mother-in-law of Paul
special sister, auntie and friend.
Service to be held on Friday 7th February 2025
at Robson’s Dovetail Chapel at 11.30 am
followed by Committal at Borders Crematorium at 1.00 pm
Family flowers only please, with donations towards
St Andrew’s Nursing Home Comfort Fund
LAMB
Peacefully in the Margaret Kerr Unit
on Saturday 4th January 2025,
with her family by her side,
Cheryl
loving wife and best friend to Paul
proud and much loved mum to Jodie and Jay,
doting nana to Jaiden, Leisha and Jaydee.
Loving daughter of Gladys and the late Jack.
Dear sister to Jason and Kris.
Best friend of Jill,
will be sadly missed by all who knew her.
Service to be held on Friday 31st January 2025
at Borders Crematorium at 12.00 noon
Family flowers only,
Donations if desired to Margaret Kerr Unit.
ALLISON
Passed away peacefully with family at her side
on Sunday 5th January 2025, Joy, devoted
wife of the late John.
A loving mother of Paul, John,
David, Raymond and Brian.
A wonderful mother in law,
Grandmother, great grandmother, aunt,
and sister to Jean and the late John.
Service on Thursday 30th January 2025
at Robson’s Dovetail Chapel at 11.30 am
with cremation at Borders Crematorium at 1.00 pm
Joy requested her service to be a celebration of her life,
and to invite anyone attending to wear
something colourful if desired.
Family flowers only,
Donations if desired to Hawick Salvation Army.
“Forever in our hearts”
DAVIES
After a short illness at Borders General Hospital
on 31st December 2024
William Douglas Scott (Doug)
Dearly loved partner to the late Jean
sadly missed by all family and friends
Private service to be held at Doug’s request
NIXON
Peacefully, after a long illness at Grange Hall Nursing
Home, Earlston (latterly of Frank Scott Court, Hawick)
on Friday 3rd January 2025
Henry
Loving brother to the late Sheila
Brother in law to Sandy
and uncle to Graeme, Colin and David.
Service on Tuesday 28th January 2025
at Robson’s Dovetail Chapel at 12.15 pm
with interment in Wellogate Cemetery at 1.00 pm
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to
R.S.P.B. Scotland
SINGLETON
Peacefully after a short illness
on Thursday 2nd January 2025, at Hawick Community
Hospital, with her family by her side
Ann (née Stevenson)
Beloved wife of the late George
Proud and loving mum to Barry,
much loved sister, and
will be sorely missed by all her family and friends.
Service on Wednesday 29th January 2025
at Robson’s Dovetail Chapel at 12.15 pm
with interment in Wilton Cemetery at 1.00 pm.
Family flowers only please.
SCOTT
Peacefully at home on Friday 27th December 2024
Marny née McWilliams
Dearly loved wife of the late Jim,
Loving sister of Charlie, Molly and the late June
Loving ma to Peter
and much loved aunty to all the family
and friend to many.
Service to be held on Monday 20th January 2025
at Robson’s Dovetail Chapel at 12.00 noon
followed by interment at Denholm Cemetery at 1.00pm
Donations if desired to Scottish Ambulance Service.
MARCHBANKS
After a short illness at Hawick Community Hospital
on Friday 27th December 2024
Dennis
Much loved husband of Ann,
Dearly loved dad of Peter and Claire,
Father in law of Carole,
and brother of Isabelle and the late Myra
Service on Wednesday 22nd January 2025
Borders Crematorium at 1.00 pm.
Family flowers only please
Donations if desired to Friends of Community Hospital.
McCALLUM
Peacefully, in the loving care of the staff
at Borders General Hospital, ward 6
on Thursday 26th December 2024,
after an unexpected short illness.
Margaret
Beloved wife of the late John,
Cherished mum to Tom and Elizabeth,
mother in law to Fiona and Andy,
and a very proud granny to Cameron and Alex.
Will be greatly missed by all the family.
A service of thanksgiving will be held at
Borders Crematorium on Tuesday 28th January 2025
at 3.00 pm to which all family and friends are invited.
Family flowers only please.
LAWSON
Peacefully on Thursday 26th December 2024
at Borders General Hospital
Tommy
much loved husband to Margaret
dear brother to Dorothy and the late Andrew and Margo
loving uncle, great uncle and great great uncle
to all the family, and
caring brother in law to Isobel and the late Drew
will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Service to be held on Tuesday 21st January 2025
Robson’s Dovetail Chapel at 12.15 pm
with interment in Wellogate Cemetery at 1.00 pm
Family flowers only please, with donations towards
British Heart Foundation.
GRAHAM
Peacefully on Thursday 19th December 2024
at Borders General Hospital Stroke Unit.
John (Jock The Dog)
Beloved husband to the late Margaret,
and loving father to Shirley
and father in law to Nicky,
adoring papa to Chloe & Sophie.
Funeral on Thursday 16th January 2025
Committal at Borders Crematorium, Melrose at 12 noon
followed by a Memorial Service at Hawick Rugby Club
at 1.15 pm to which all are welcome.
Family flowers only please, donations, if desired towards
The Stroke Unit at Borders General Hospital
LOTHIAN
Passed peacefully on Monday 16th December 2024
at Borders General Hospital
in her 103rd year, with her family by her side
Margaret (Meg) née Crawford
Dearly loved wife of the late Bill
Loving mum of Margaret, Albert and Billy
Very proud grandmother, great-grandmother
and great-great grandmother.
Service to be held on Monday 13th January 2025
at Borders Crematorium at 12 noon
Family flowers only please, with donations if desired
towards Bonchester Bridge Care Comfort Fund.
CAIRNS
Suddenly after a short illness
at Borders General Hospital
on Thursday 12th December 2024
Kathleen Tait (Kat)
Sadly missed mum, sister
and dear friend to all.
Service to take place on
Wednesday 8th January 2025
Robson’s Dovetail Chapel at 11.45 am
with cremation at Borders Crematorium at 1.00 pm
LYLE
Suddenly but peacefully at home
on Saturday 14th December 2024
Irene Ferguson née Lunn
Beloved wife of Kenny
Dearly loved mum of Darren and Katrina
Mother-in-law to Yuphin
Loving sister to John and sister in law to Linnie
Loving granny to Jordan, Brogan and Lisa
Service to be held on Friday 17th January 2025
at Borders Crematorium at 11.00 am
COOK
Suddenly on 15th December 2024
George
Dearly loved husband of Patricia
Loving dad to Richard and the late Craig
Proud grandpa to Lily, Callum and Sophie
Service to take place on
Tuesday 7th January 2025
Robson’s Dovetail Chapel at 12.15 pm
with interment in Wilton Cemetery at 1.00 pm
Family flowers only please, with donations towards
Fund No. 82 – Haemodialysis – BGH
GORDON
Peacefully at home on Sunday 15th December 2024
with his family by his side.
Derek ‘Deek’
Beloved husband to Jeanette,
Loving and devoted dad to Rhianna and Maxine
Cherished brother of Julia and Denise,
Much loved Papa to Callie and Cohen
A dear father in law to Keith
Adored by his Nephews and wider family.
Will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Service to be held at Hawick Town Hall
on Friday 3rd January 2025 at 11.30 am
followed by interment at Wellogate Cemetery at 12.30 pm
HAGGERTY
Peacefully at Borders General Hospital
on Monday 2nd December 2024
Peter
Beloved husband of the late Elsie
much loved dad, loving father-in-law
and adored Grumpy Papa to all the family.
Service on Wednesday 18th December 2024
at Borders Crematorium at 3.00 pm
Family flowers only please with donations, if desired
towards The Guide Dogs for The Blind Association.
FLETCHER
Peacefully at home on 27th November 2024
Keith
Loving son of the late Bert and Lottie
Dear friend to many
Service to be held on Wednesday 18th December 2024
at Borders Crematorium at 10.00 am
DEAL
Suddenly at home on Thursday 28th November 2024
Sean “Tojo”
Long lost dad to Kelly
Forever loved brother to Fiona
Dearly loved cousin to Linda and Madge
and devoted and adored uncle
will be sadly missed by all the family
A great friend to all who knew him.
Family flowers only please, with donations if desired to
Arthurshiel Rescue Centre.
Service on Friday 10th January 2025
Robson’s Dovetail Chapel at 12.30 pm
MARSHALL
Peacefully at Hawick Community Hospital
on Wednesday 27th November 2024
Isobel (née McIntosh)
Much loved wife of the late Jimmy
Loving mum to David and Linda
Dearly loved granny to her 10 grandchildren
and one great-grandchild.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired
towards Cats Protection.
Service to be held on Tuesday 17th December 2024
at Borders Crematorium, Melrose at 2.00 pm
SWANSTON
Peacefully on Thursday 28th November 2024
at Deanfield Residential Home with his family by his side
John “Jack”
Loving husband to the late Mollie,
Dear dad of Duncan,
Much loved brother of Jean
Dearly loved father-in-law of Gail, proud and
adored grandad to Jo, Nick and Hannah,
and very dear friend to Kathryn Stewart.
Will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Family flowers only please.
Donations if desired towards Deanfield Comfort Fund.
Service on Friday 13th December 2024 at
Hawick South Church “Teviot” at 11.30 am
with cremation at Borders Crematorium at 1.00 pm
JOHNSTONE
Peacefully on Monday 25th November 2024
at Hawick Community Hospital.
Drew much loved husband to Isobel,
Loving and devoted dad to Lesley and Kenny
Dear brother to Lily and the late Janet
Proud papa to Stewart and Kevin
and great papa to Eben and Jonah
Will be sorely missed by all who knew him,
Family flowers only, donations if desired.
Service to be held at Robson’s Dovetail Chapel
on Monday 16th December at 12.15 pm
followed by interment at Wellogate Cemetery at 1.00 pm
SCOTT
Peacefully on Friday 22nd November 2024
at Hawick Community Hospital.
Alex beloved husband to Dorothy,
Much loved dad to Michael, Richard and Pauline
Proud papa and great papa to all the bairns,
will be sorely missed by all the family.
Private funeral at Alex’s request.
SCOTT
After a long illness on Friday 15th November
at the Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle
with her family by her side
Margaret (Maggie)
much loved mum, nana, sister,
auntie, niece and partner.
Family flowers only please.
Service to be held at Robson’s Dovetail Chapel
on Wednesday 11th December at 12.15 pm
followed by interment in Wellogate Cemetery at 1.00 pm
Donations if desired, towards R.V.I. Haven, Newcastle
Family have requested that something purple
to be worn, if possible.
BORTHWICK
Peacefully at home on Tuesday 12th November 2024
following a short illness, with her family by her side,
Doreen “Do”
Loving and devoted wife of the late Ron,
Much loved mum to Pam and Brian, Keith,
Craig and Jan,
Adored granny to Ali and Katy, Kaye,
Taylor and Sarah, Braden, Kristin, Keiran, Caden, Coen,
Dear sister, a special friend who will be sorely missed.
Family flowers only.
Private funeral at Doreen’s request.
GRANT
Suddenly but peacefully at
Borders General Hospital on Sunday 10th November 2024
with his family by his side
Derrick
Loving husband and best friend to Elsie
Much loved dad to David and Steven
Father-in-law to Ann and Susan
Adored granpa of Blair, Mackenzie, Laura and Emily
and great friend to Margaret and Drew.
Memorial Service to be held at
Hawick Rugby Club on
Wednesday 27th November 2024 at 12.15 pm
McNEILL
Peacefully following a short illness
on Monday 28th October 2024 at Borders General Hospital
William “Hare”
Devoted husband to the late Fay
Beloved dad to Gary, Jacqueline and Lesley
A proud Westender to the very end
Will be sorely missed by all who knew him
Service to be held at St Mary’s Church on
Wednesday 20th November at 11.30 am
Followed by interment at Wellogate
Cemetery at 12.45 pm
LAIDLAW
Peacefully on Wednesday 16th October 2024
at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary
William Cotter Laidlaw (Billy)
Adored dad to Hannah, father-in-law to Graham
Proud papa to Gracie and Lexie
And much loved brother
Ex-Cornet, and friend to many
Service to be held in Langholm Parish Kirk
on Friday 8th November at 10.45 am
with interment in Langholm Cemetery at 12 noon
Common Riding ties can be worn if desired
Flowers open, and donations to
The Eskdale Pony Club and Langholm Day Centre
WITHERS
Suddenly at her workplace
on Tuesday 22nd October 2024
Rebecca (Becky)
Sadly missed by Stuart
and all her family and friends
Funeral details to be confirmed
KIDD
Passed away at home on
on Wednesday 9th October 2024
Joan (née Salter)
loving wife of the late Alex
dearly missed auntie and cousin
Service to be held at 12 noon on
Monday 4th November
at Borders Crematorium, Melrose
DEANS
Peacefully with her family by her side
on Saturday 12th October
Agnes Alice (Nancy) née Darling
much loved wife to the late Norman
good friend of the late Bill Duncan
adored mum to Alan, Valerie and the late Linda
mother-in-law to Vivien, the late Jimmy and Bob
much loved gran and great-gran.
Service to be held at Robson’s Dovetail Chapel
on Wednesday 30th October at 12.45 pm
followed by interment in Wellogate Cemetery at 1.30 pm
Donations if desired to Salvation Army
RAE
Peacefully on Monday 14th October 2024 at
Hawick Community Hospital
John (Jake)
Beloved husband of the late Nancy
Much loved dad of Michael, Lindsay and Gail
Dear father-in-law to Julie and Robert
Loving papa to Emma, Liam, Ellis, Ewan and Isla
Will be sorely missed by all who knew him
Private family cremation
KERR
Suddenly after a short illness
on Wednesday 9th October 2024
with family by his side
Kevin (Foxy)
Much loved dad to Charlene, Kevin and Adam
Fun loving papa, brother, uncle and friend
Service to be held at Borders Crematorium
on Thursday 24th October at 12noon
Family flowers only
Donations, if desired, to Beatson Cancer Unit Glasgow
BALLARD
Suddenly on Sunday 6th October 2024 at home
Carol much loved mum to Kirsty and Andy
Amazing sister to Dougie
Caring mother in law to Tom
Loving gran to Amy and Ava
Loving aunt to Kris
Private funeral at Carol’s request
GRIEVE
Peacefully on Monday 7th October 2024
at Bonchester Care Home after a long illness
bravely borne with her family by her side.
Margaret much loved wife of 63 years to John
Loving mum to Andrew, Colin, Stuart, Angela and Tracey
Adored mother in law to Rhona and Debbie
Loving and adored granny and great granny to all the bairns
Service to be held at Borders Crematorium
on Friday 25th October at 12noon
Family flowers only
WALKER
Peacefully with her family at The Borders General Hospital
on Wednesday 2nd October 2024 after long years of illness
borne without complaint, cheeky to the last.
Pat beloved daughter of the late Erick and Jean, formerly St Boswells and Kelso.
Sister to Diane and Susan, Aunt to Alasdair and Mhairi
Great Aunt to Wren.
Much loved by those who knew her. Will be sorely missed.
Celebration of Pat’s life will take place at Borders Crematorium on Thursday 17th October at 1pm
Joyful colours requested. Family flowers only
Donations, if desired, for Pat’s chosen charities Riding for the Disabled and the RNLI.
MARTIN
Peacefully on Monday 30th September 2024
at The Borders General Hospital
Ian much loved husband to Pat
Loving son of the late John and Tamar.
Will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Memorial service at Robson’s Dovetail Chapel
on Tuesday 22nd October at 1pm
Family flowers only.
HAMILTON
Peacefully at home
on Wednesday 25th September 2024
William ‘Billy’ Hamilton –
Late of Earlside Hawick
Beloved husband of the late Roggie
and much loved father, grandfather and brother
Private family funeral at Billy’s request
Family flowers only
PATTERSON
Peacefully at Bonchester Care Home
On 19th September 2024
Thomas (Tom)
Beloved husband of the late Eva
Much loved dad of George, Roy and Evelyn
Loving father-in-law, Papa, Great Papa, Brother-in-law
and much loved Brother
Service to be held at Robson’s Dovetail Chapel
on Monday 14th October at 11:30 then onwards
to Teviothead Cemetery at 12:30
Family flowers only with donations, if desired to
Alzheimer Scotland
BUTLER
Died on 11th September 2024
aged 88
John Julian
Much loved husband of Carin
Father to Christian and Lucien
Grandfather to Gabriela, Edward, Archie,
Millie and Charlie
Private service to be held for the family
in Melrose
Donations, if desired, to the Game &
Wildlife Conservation Trust
RODGERSON
Suddenly and unexpectedly on
Friday 6th September 2024 at Borders General Hospital
Craig “Dodger”
Dearly loved son to Rob and Irene
Deeply missed by Amy
Proud and loving dad to Hector
Adored nephew and cousin to all the family
A true ‘Hawick Man’ who will be sadly missed
by all who knew him.
Service to be held at Hawick Town Hall
On Thursday 3rd October at 12.15 pm
with interment in Wellogate Cemetery at 1.30 pm
Common Riding of Club ties to be worn if desired
Family Flowers only
BLAKE
After a short illness at Borders General Hospital
on Saturday 31st August 2024
Robert Andrew “Ray”
much loved by all his family especially
Stevie and Owen.
Service to be held at Borders Crematorium
on Thursday 19th September at 10.00 am
Family flowers only, donations if desired to
Borders Pet Rescue
and Alzheimer Scotland
PEDDIE
Peacefully on Wednesday 4th September 2024 at
Borders General Hospital
Elizabeth ‘Liz’ née Tierney
Much loved mum, grandma and great grandma to all the family
Private funeral at Liz’s request
YOUNG
Peacefully at Borders General Hospital on Wednesday
28th August 2024
William (Bill)
Much loved husband of the late Rita and dearly
Loved dad to Lesley and Alistair
Dear father-in-law to Jim and Jan
Loving papa to Vicki, Lee, Rachelle, Nick and Codie
Great-grandad (Pop) to Rémy, Rowan, Misha and Odin
Ex President and Life Member of Hawick Linden Rugby Club
Service to be held at Borders Crematorium on
Wednesday 18th September at 12 noon
Family flowers only, with donations to Ward 5 at
Borders General Hospital
Club ties to be worn at Bill’s request
MATHER
Peacefully and surrounded by his family on
26th August 2024 at Hawick Community Hospital
Doug
Adored and loving life partner of Maisie
A proud Fid to Chandra, Jared, Douglas and the late Jan
A much loved papa to Theo, Kharim, Seb, Fern and Grace
A unique character who never failed to make an impression,
truly one of a kind who will be greatly missed.
Service to be held on Thursday 12th September
at 12 noon at Borders Crematorium
In lieu of flowers, donations welcome for
Friends of Hawick Community Hospital and Liver Cancer UK
There is a Live and On Demand Service available
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McLEAN
Peacefully at home on Monday 19th August 2024
Ian
Beloved brother, uncle, cousin and friend
Service to be held on
Monday 16th September at Borders Crematorium
at 12 noon. Family flowers only, donations if desired,
for Water Aid
CURRIE
Peacefully on August 18th 2024 after a short illness
Mary
Beloved wife of the late Jim
Loving mother gran and great gran
The funeral service will be held on
Tuesday 17th September at Teviot Church (Hawick South)
at 10.45am, onward to Borders Crematorium at 12 noon to which all friends are respectfully invited
Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers, donations for
Macmillan Cancer Support will be collected at the church
MUIR
Peacefully on Wednesday 14th August 2024
at home after a long battle with Alzheimer’s
Robert (Bob)
Loving husband to Jean
much loved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather
to all the family.
Will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Memorial service on Wednesday 28th August 2024
at Cavers Parish Church at 12 noon.
Family flowers only with
donations if desired, to Alzheimer Scotland
No black ties please.
MURPHY
Peacefully in her sleep on her 95th birthday on
Sunday 18th August 2024 at Hawick Community Hospital
Lily
Loving wife of the late Bill
Much loved mam to Margaret, Kathleen, Douglas and Mo
Much loved nana and great nana to all the bairns
Adored mother-in-law to Evelyn and Spence
Will be sorely missed by all who knew her
Graveside service to be held at Wellogate Cemetery
On Wednesday 4th September at 10.30am
Family flowers only, donations if desired, for
Friends of Hawick Community Hospital
MITCHELL
After a short illness on Sunday 18th August 2024
at Borders General Hospital
Margaret (Allison)
wife of the late George
mum to Keith and Andrew
mother-in-law to Morag
loving granny to Ailsa and Fraser, Simon and Catherine
great-granny to Madison and Edith.
Private family service, no flowers.
OLDERSHAW
Peacefully on Tuesday 6th August 2024
at St Andrews Nursing Home Hawick
Sadie
Loving wife of the late Charlie (Duff) and the late Alan (Oldershaw)
Dearly loved mum of Lyn, Morag and the late Sheena and Gwenyth,
and much loved mother-in-law to Bill.
Proud and loving granny, great-granny
and great-great granny to all her “bairns”.
Will be sadly missed by many.
Service on Monday 2nd September 2024
at Robsons Dovetail Chapel at 11.45 am
then onwards to Borders Crematorium at 1.00 pm
Family flowers only with donations if desired, to
Patient Comfort Fund St Andrews Nursing Home.
Sadie requested that friends and family attending wear bright colours,
no black thanks.
BENNETT
Peacefully on Friday 9th August 2024
at the Borders General Hospital
Dougall
Much loved son of the late Dougall and Agnes
Will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Service to take place at Borders Crematorium
on Thursday 5th September 2024 at 9.30 am
Family flowers only please.
A funeral cortège will arrive in Denholm at approximately 8.50 am,
turning left past Denholm Meet, around The Green,
passing Cream Puff, then left onto A68 towards Borders Crematorium.
HARKNESS
Suddenly on 9th August 2024
Brian
Loving husband, soulmate and best friend of
Jacqueline
The best loving dad of Emma and Bryan
and much loved father-in-law of Scott and Kate
Much loved and loving grandad to
Adam, Florence, Joe, Seth and Fearne.
Service to be held on Thursday 22nd August 2024
at Borders Crematorium at 11.00 am
Family flowers only please
Donations if desired towards
British Heart Foundation Scotland
SWORD
Suddenly but peacefully at the Royal Infirmary Edinburgh
on 8th August 2024
Robert Douglas ‘Dougie’
Loving husband to Hazel
cherished dad to Jamie and Lyndy
father-in-law to Steven and Chris
Doting papa to Eden ‘papa’s sunshine’.
Family flowers only please, with donations to
Ward 105 at Royal Infirmary Edinburgh.
Private cremation.
GRAHAM
Suddenly and unexpectedly on Friday 2nd August 2024
at the Borders General Hospital
Una “Moffat”
Much loved daughter of the late James and Agnes
loving partner to Marc,
beloved sister to the family.
Amazing auntie to her nieces and nephews.
Will be sadly missed by all who knew her.
Service to be held on Wednesday 21st August 2024
at Robson’s Dovetail Chapel at 12.45 pm
with interment in Wellogate Cemetery at 1.30 pm.
Family flowers only, donations may be made to
Arthurshiel Rescue Centre.
GRAY
Suddenly but peacefully at home
on Monday 22nd July 2024,
James Robert
Son of the late Nessie and Jimmy
brother of Agnes, Jennifer, Brian and the late Sheena
Service to be held on Thursday 1st August 2024
at Borders Crematorium at 1.00 pm
No flowers please
Donations if desired towards
Borders Macmillan Centre
TAYLOR
Suddenly but peacefully at home on
Saturday 6th July 2024
Alistair
A much loved son, brother, uncle
and a great friend to many.
May he rest in peace.
Service on Friday 2nd August 2024
at Robson’s Dovetail Chapel at 10.45 am,
onwards to Borders Crematorium at 12 noon.
Family flowers only please, with donations
if desired to Heart Fund, Borders General Hospital.
AITKIN
Peacefully on Tuesday 16th July 2024
at Deanfield Residential Home, Hawick, aged 90
John Aitkin, MBE TD CA.
Much loved husband and companion of Charlotte.
Dear father of Sara, William and the late John.
Brother, father-in-law, papa to his five grandchildren and
four great-grandchildren.
Private committal service at Borders Crematorium followed
by a memorial service in Mansfield House Hotel, Hawick
on Thursday 8th August at 1pm to which all are welcome.
No flowers please but donations may be made to
Poppyscotland
WOOD
Peacefully at St Margaret’s Care Home
on Wednesday 17th July 2024
Elizabeth “Betty”
Loving wife of the late Andrew “Danny”
Much loved mum of Janice and Bea
Mother-in-law to Midd and Hammy
Proud granny to 6 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren
Will be sadly missed.
Private family cremation.