Festive messages

CHRISTMAS MESSAGE FROM IAN BLACKFORD MP

‘Well, what a year! Perhaps one of the most turbulent and challenging that most people have had to face in their lifetimes. There can be no doubt the health, economic and social crisis that Coronavirus has brought into our lives is testing peoples’ resolve worldwide. But it has also shown us the best in people- the kindness of individuals and organisations to look out for their fellow citizens in a time of need. It is this common cause that links us all together and we should cherish that over the Christmas period. Now, perhaps more

than ever, I want to send my heartfelt thanks to the emergency services for their truly heroic eff orts this year. We all owe you a debt of gratitude for showing bravery, hard work and ingenuity in your lifesaving work. ‘I know you may still be feeling uncertain and this festive season may not be quite the same as usual, however, by working together, sticking to the rules and being sensible we can all still enjoy a Happy Christmas and New Year. I wish well to all of you, please have fun, stay safe and take care.’

CHRISTMAS MESSAGE FROM KATE FORBES MSP

Christmas, in keeping with the rest of 2020, is diff erent this year. No-one foresaw the colossal impact of coronavirus and it has eff ectively changed our everyday routines beyond recognition.

For some, Christmas will be a refreshing change from work and school. For others though, it will be a time of sadness and fear, having lost a loved one this year, or because of social isolation, employment or health worries. It has never been more important for each of us to look out for our neighbour, whether that is a colleague, friend or stranger. I am immensely impressed with how local volunteer groups and businesses have risen to that challenge across Lochaber.

More than ever before, our world needs peace in the face of chaos and uncertainty. As we are buff eted by the winds of constitutional change, health worries and economic calamity, there might not appear to be cause for peace. But Christmas reminds us of the birth of Jesus, who came to give peace – peace with God, peace with each other and peace with ourselves. I hope you know the peace which rises above the troubles of our world this Christmas.

I wish you contentment and purpose this festive period and throughout 2021.

In Loving Memory of

annie DeMPSTeR 1934 - 2020 A much-loved wife to the late Archie, mother to Ian, Anne Marie, Archie and Raymond. Beloved Grandmother, Great Grandmother and Aunt. Annie will be sorely missed by everyone in Mallaig and by her extended family in Glasgow. Our hearts broke the day you went away. We will miss you more than words can say.

In Loving Memory of

CHRiSTine STeWaRT (nee SinClaiR) 1940 - 2020 A beloved wife to the late Alexander (Alistair) Stewart, a loving mum to Alex, George, Alan, Kevin and Hazel, adored mother-in-law, a wonderful granny and great granny to all her grandchildren, sister, auntie and friend to many. A much-loved Caol lady who will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her, especially her loving family. Together again with Alistair.

In Loving Memory of

eliZaBeTH (BeTTY) laWRie 1926 - 2020 A devoted wife to the late Alistair Lawrie, a much loved mother to Cona, Maureen, Alexander, Barbara and Angela, a wonderful granny, great granny and great great granny to all her grandchildren. Sadly missed every day by all the family. Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen.

In Loving Memory of

neilina Rennie 1935-2020 Nellie was brought up on a croft in South Uist where she later went to train as a butcher and worked as a telephonist at the army base in Balavanich. The family moved to Fort William in 1974, where she is fondly remembered working in retail, selling clothes and travelling to residential care homes. Nothing was ever a bother and she loved chatting to folk especially in her native tongue. A loving mother to Kathleen and Alex, an amazing granny to Rebecca, Mhairi, Sorcha, Stephanie, Asha, Dale and Alexander, a very loving GG to Ellis, Charlie, Nicolas and Oliver. Fois shiorraidh thoir dhi a thighearna agus solas nach diobair dearrsadh oirre.

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In Loving Memory of

HUgHina ann STeWaRT 1934 -2020 Bank House, Invergarry. Beloved wife of the late Duncan Stewart, a much-loved mum, mother-in-law, nana and great grandmother. Laid to rest at Invergarry Cemetery 29/09/2020. Iain, Douglas, Ewen and their families wish to convey their appreciation to all friends and family for all the comfort and support shown to them in so many ways. Hughina Ann and Duncan, together again.

In Loving Memory of

Jane MORRiSOn 1964 - 2019 One year without our beautiful Mum and Granny. We think about you always, we talk about you still, you have never been forgotten, and you never will. We hold you close within our hearts, and there you will remain, to walk and guide us through our lives, until we meet again. Love you to the moon and back!

In Loving Memory of

WilliaM (BillY) leSlie 1941-2020 A devoted husband to Pat, a much loved dad to Helen, Caroline and Derek, a wonderful grandad to all his grandchildren and a well liked and respected friend to many. Billy will be remembered for his long service of 32 years in the Pulp Mill, Corpach. A quiet man who enjoyed his home comforts, his computer and holidays. Sadly missed by all the family. RIP.

In Loving Memory of

ena ClaRK (nee MaCKinnOn) 1930 - 2020 It is with much love we fondly remember our beautiful, kind Mum, Granny ‘Cat’ and Great Granny Ena, who leaves us with unforgettable and precious family memories. Ena was well known in Lochaber, her childhood spent in Muirshearlich and Inverlochy. She worked ‘on the buses’ as a conductress, first with Macbraynes. She met and married policeman, the late George Clark of Lasswade, in Duncansburgh in 1957. Family years started in Arisaig, with a move to Alma Road and then Drumfada Terrace in the late 1960s and finally Old Blar Cottages. She liked to listen to Scottish music programmes on the radio and loved nothing more than to spend time with her grand and great grandchildren. She will be sorely missed by eveyone who knew her.

In Loving Memory of

JOHn giBB MaCMillan 1961 - 2020 Beloved husband of Anne, son of Anna and the late John Stewart MacMillan. Brother of Graeme and the late Lesley. Brother-in-law to Angus, Celia and the late Ronald and Uncle to LeeAnn, Stephanie, Euan, Samantha, Russell and Ross. He will be forever missed by everyone.

In Loving Memory of

MaRY BlaCK 1957 - 2020 A much-loved mum to Leigh, Chris, Kim and Kaye, a loving granny to all her grandchildren, daughter to Betty, sister to Walter, Isobel and Glen and a friend to many. Loved and missed every day by all her family and friends. RIP x

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