Death Notices
ESSON.
ESSON. – Karen Astrid (nee Fiddler), aged 80, of Sunnybrae, Beaquoyside, Dounby, passed away in Macmillan on 31st October, 2026, surrounded with love and friendship. Loving wife of the late Harold, and younger sister of the late Bertha Fiddler, and the late Erling Fiddler. Karen will be sadly missed but never forgotten, by her many friends, especially ‘us next door.’
FORSYTH.
FORSYTH. – Barbara, late of Myrtle Cottage, St Mary’s, Holm, passed away peacefully on 10th October, 2026, aged 83, in Inverness with her family by her side.
GROUNDWATER.
GROUNDWATER. – It is with sadness that we announce the death of Rodney at The Balfour hospital, aged 91, on 27th October, 2026. Beloved husband of the late Alice, dad to Karen and Kim, father-in-law, grandad, great-grandad, brother and uncle. Family and friends are invited to a funeral service on Tuesday, 10th November, at 11am, at Kirkwall East Church. Family flowers only please.
GROUNDWATER. - (Drumblade/Orkney).
GROUNDWATER. – (Drumblade/Orkney).
Peacefully at Rothieden on Thursday, 23rd October, 2026, James (Jim), aged 89 years.
Beloved husband of Margaret (nee Drever), much-loved father/dad of Graham and Fiona,
devoted grandad to Mark, Logan, Isla and Jamie, also a dear father-in-law to Diane and
Sandy. Funeral Ceremony was held in Huntly on Wednesday, 4th November, 2026.
MATTHEWS.
MATTHEWS. – Lionel. The Sweetie Man (IYKYK. Lionel passed away on Tuesday, 27th October, not long after celebrating his 90th Birthday, Margaret’s partner of 21 years. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. He was renowned for his skill and knowledge amongst the cat rescue community and also as an enthusiastic antique and collectable buff. He was a proud Cornish man, Margaret and Sue think it would be grand if you would like to share the final farewell to him at Burray Cemetery on Monday, 9th November, at 11am. Please dress casually, no formal suits or black ties please.
MOWAT.
MOWAT. – Stevie, aged 80, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, 24th October. Sadly missed by Jean, Rhona, Barbara, and all family and friends. A private cremation will take place in Aberdeen.
Robson.
Robson. – Rosemary (Firth) passed away peacefully on Sunday, 1st November. She will be deeply missed by all.