Family Notices

Peacefully at University Hospital, Crosshouse on the 20th February 2025. William L. Weir (Bill), dearly loved husband of Margaret, loved brother of Jim, devoted father of Elaine, David and Kenneth, father-in-law of Edmund, Alison and Joanne, loving Grandpa to his grandchildren, cousin, uncle and friend to many. The funeral service will be held at Masonhill Crematorium, Ayr on Friday 14th March 2025 at 12 noon followed by a service in Portland sanctuary, Troon at 1 pm. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, may be given to Cancer Research UK and Canine Partners For Independence Ltd.

Peacefully at Templeton House Care Home on Friday 14th of February 2025. Davina Law, aged 89 years. Devoted wife of her late husband Robert Law and dearly loved Mum of David. Family and friends are respectfully invited to Davina’s Funeral Service on Monday 3rd March 2025 at Masonhill Crematorium, Ayr at 2.00pm.

It is with deep sadness that the family of George Blaikie announce his passing on the 5th February 2025 at the Biggart Hospital. Loving husband of Marion, much loved Dad of Alan & Victoria and devoted Papa to Charlotte & George. He will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him. The Funeral Service will take place at Masonhill Crematorium on the 19th February at 11:15am, to which all family and friends are respectfully invited.

Peacefully at Redford Nursing Home on the 1st February 2025. Robert G. Marlow, aged 94 years, Much loved husband of Annabel, Father of Doreen and grandfather to Scott, Andrew, Ian and Cameron. Funeral Service will be held at Masonhill Crematorium, Ayr on Tuesday 18th February at 11.15am to which all family and friends are respectfully invited.

Peacefully at Ayr Hospital on 5th January 2025, Sheriff John McGowan “Jack” aged 80 years. Much loved husband of Elise, dear father of Kenneth and Christopher (Jack) and devoted grandfather of Maya and Neil. Funeral Service will be held on Thursday 16th January 2025, at St. Margaret’s Cathedral, Ayr at 10am and thereafter to Ayr Cemetery.

Peacefully on 13th November 2024, Luise Hemmings aged 98 years. Much loved wife of the late Douglas and a dear mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday 27th November at Alloway Church at 12.30pm

Peacefully at home following a long illness. Gillian McGowan aged 52 years. Loved by all her family and friends. She will be sorely missed by her family and many friends. Family and friends are respectfully invited to Gillians Funeral Service on Thursday 5th December 2024 at Masonhill Crematorium at 3.30pm. No black ties, please wear a splash of colour in Gillians memory. donations in lieu of flowers to the Ayrshire Hospice.

Peacefully on Monday 11th November 2024. Margaret Gibson nee Kerr, aged 84 years. Much loved wife of Matthew, dear mum of Catherine, mother in law to Alasdair much loved gran and grandmother and loving sister to Jean. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday 26th November at Masonhill Crematorium, Ayr at 1.15pm to which all family and friends are respectfully invited.

Peacefully at Queens View Harbour Care Home, Troon on Friday 8th November 2024, Ann Blower aged 94 years. Beloved wife of the late Ronald Frederick, a loving mother to Linda, Aileen and Gordon, a dear gran to Patrick, Shona, Angus, Max and Euan, and great gran to Kayla and Eva. The Funeral will take place on Friday 29th November 2024, at Knadgerhill Cemetery at 11.15am and thereafter a service at Fullarton Church, Irvine at 12noon to which all are respectfully invited.

Colin, Tricia and Bruce wish to offer their grateful appreciation to S.A.C. Care Team, Ayrshire Hospice Palliative Support Team, Dr. Glasspool & Oncology Team at the Beatson W.S.C.C. for their outstanding care and support shown to Joan, also to Drew Brady for such a meaningful service. Finally special thanks to all who donated so generously in Joan’s name.