Jackie Hector Celebrant

06/09/2026

I received this beautiful message from a family following the loss of their dad. It means so much to know that something I’ve put together can bring comfort and hold such a special place in a family’s hearts. It’s truly a privilege and a pleasure to create something so meaningful for a family during such a difficult time. ❤️

02/09/2026

Announced with the family’s permission.

Murray
(Mulben)

Peacefully, at home with his beloved wife of 50 years, Rosie and cherished daughters Marjorie, Roselyn, Heather, April, Hannah and Wee Jo on Sunday, 23rd August, 2026. Joseph (Joe) aged 78 years, father in law of Shane, Stephen, Tim, Brian and Richard, loving granda of Callum, Emily, Jack, Lola, Alfie, Katy, Joe, Skye, Noah, Alice, Beth, Elsie and Andy, brother, brother in law, uncle and friend to many. Joe’s funeral service, to which all are welcome, will be held at 11am, on Monday, 7th September, in Graham J. Rattray’s Funeral Home, Shore Street, Lossiemouth, IV31 6PB. Family flowers only please, donations to charities close to Joe’s heart, can be made at the funeral home door, if desired. Sorely missed.

02/09/2026

29/08/2026

Hall
Forres/ Sheffield

Suddenly at his home in Grant Road West on Saturday August 8th 2026. Adrian Michael aged 50 years. Dear husband of the late Vicki and devoted dad to Dawn, Michael and Reece, and a loving Grandad. Funeral service in Andrew Smith's Funeral Home 17 Tytler Street Forres IV361EL on Tuesday Sept 1st at 1.00pm to which all friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. Donations,if desired ,to C.H.S.A. can be made at funeral home door.
Announced with the permission of the family

25/08/2026

RIP Dolly ❤️

25/08/2026

Well Fred, you got a good send off today. The family did you proud. The flowers made into a cask was great, just had to take a picture & show everyone. ❤️

24/08/2026

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Announced with the family’s permission.

BISSET
(Elgin)

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Andrea, who left us peacefully on Monday, 17th August 2026, at Roxburghe House in Aberdeen, following a bravely fought battle with cancer.

Andrea dedicated her life to helping others through her rewarding career as an Occupational Therapist. Above all else, she was a devoted mother to her 10-year-old daughter Ava. She will be profoundly missed by her partner Ross, mother Pat, brother Chris, sister-in-law Heather, niece Erin and all family and friends who knew her.

We will celebrate her life on Monday, 31st August at 12noon in Graham J. Rattray’s Funeral Home, Shore Street, Lossiemouth, IV31 6PB.

Family flowers only please. If you wish to honour Andrea’s memory, donations will be gratefully accepted at the funeral home door for Friends of Roxburghe and Friends of ANCHOR, two charities close to our hearts.

23/08/2026

Not a religious person but I felt quite appropriate. 💔

"The Final Inspection"

The policeman stood and faced his God, Which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shining. Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman. How shall I deal with you? Have you always turned the other cheek? To My church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said, "No, Lord, I guess I ain't, Because those of us who carry badges can't always be a saint.

I've had to work most Sundays, and at times my talk was rough, and sometimes I've been violent, Because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny, That wasn't mine to keep.... Though I worked a lot of overtime When the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help, Though at times I shook with fear. And sometimes, God forgive me, I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place Among the people here. They never wanted me around Except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here, Lord, It needn't be so grand. I never expected or had too much, But if you don't.....I'll understand.

There was silence all around the throne Where the saints had often trod. As the policeman waited quietly,
"Step forward now, policeman, You've borne your burdens well. Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets, You've done your time in hell."

Rest in Peace 💙

17/08/2026

Today I went to a funeral, but not as a celebrant. I was there to say farewell to a unique guy — a man who loved his bikes and lived life in his own way. It was a lovely service.
Afterwards, I took the dog for a walk along the beach, enjoying the sea breeze and reflecting on the day. Although, I have to admit, I was wishing it was a little warmer… somewhere more like Cyprus!
Days like today remind you just how quickly time passes. I wish it would slow down a little.
Make the most of it, folks. Enjoy the moments, appreciate the people around you, and don’t put off living. ❤️

10/08/2026