Family Notices

With the saddest of hearts we share the funeral arrangements of James Lee (Jimmy). A much loved partner, dad, papa, brother, uncle and friend. Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday 24th April at 10:30am at Holmsford Bridge Crematorium, Dreghorn Family flowers only.

Bernard Longair, who passed away peacefully in Heathfield Nursing Home after a long battle with dementia. The family is very grateful to all staff who looked after him during his illness. He’s finally back with the love of his life Sarah (aka Ray Chambers) Longair. The funeral service will be held at Masonhill Crematorium at 2.45pm on Thursday 18th April.

Peacefully at Crosshouse Hospital on 6th April 2024, Lynn McKellar aged 75 years. Much loved Wife of the late Gordon, loving Mum to Scott and Stuart, Mother in law of Fiona and Linsay and devoted Gran to Ewan, Autumn and Ross. For funeral details please contact Armours Funeral Service 01292 311800

Peacefully at Ayr Hospital on 2nd April 2024, after a long illness, Michael MacDonald aged 85 years. Much loved Husband of Sylvia and a dear Brother of Jean and the late Jim & Gordon. Funeral Service will take place on Tuesday 16th April 2024 at Masonhill Crematorium at 2.45pm to which all family and friends are respectfully invited.

Passed away at home on Thursday 21 March, 2024, aged 67 years. Beloved husband of Betty (Maitland), loving Dad to Blair and Scott, much loved by their partners Sophie and Nicola. Dearly loved Brother, Brother-in-law, Uncle, and friend. Funeral service to take place at Masonhill Crematorium – Tuesday 2 April at 10.30am. All family and friends welcome.

Blair Hampton Anderson on 17th March 2024, died peacefully at home in Prestwick. Much loved by his partner Jan and brother Ian, and all of his friends and family including his three grandchildren. A private funeral service is being held on 27th March for close family. This will be followed by a celebration of his life at his second home, Royal Troon Golf Club No flowers please. Those who wish to are welcome to make a donation in Blair’s name to the Ayrshire Hospice.

The family of the late Hugh Limond have appreciated all the support and sympathy given by their family, friends and local community following the loss of their dad. Many thanks to those who attended the funeral, particularly to Rev Gerald Jones for his personal and meaningful service and to Kirkmichael Community Café for providing a lovely tea in a fitting setting.

Peacefully at Ayr Hospital on Saturday 2nd of March 2024, Sandy Beck, aged 83 years. Loved Husband of the late Jessie and a dear Dad and Papa to his family. For funeral details please contact Armours Funeral Service, 01292 286113.

Peacefully at home on Friday 23rd February 2024. Margaret Loving Wife of the late Lewis and devoted Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. Funeral service to be held at Masonhill Crematorium on Tuesday 12th March at 12 Noon to which all friends are respectfully invited