Doris Thomson, a beloved 85-year-old resident of Blantyre and family friend, has passed away after recent hospitalizations. Her death occurred on Friday night. She was cherished as a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Funeral details are pending. Our heartfelt condolences go to her family during this difficult period.
Category: Remembrance
Remembering Elizabeth Ann Ward (58)
Local woman Elizabeth Ann Ward, born Harvie in 1967, passed away on February 21, 2026. Her funeral will be held on March 13, 2026, at St Joseph’s, Blantyre, at 10am, followed by interment at Priestfield Cemetery. The community extends condolences to her family and friends during this challenging period.
Remembering Janette Bolton Downie (62)
Janette Downie, a local woman born in 1963, passed away on February 28, 2026, at the age of 62. Her daughters, Kirsty and Charlene, announced her funeral on March 19 at Blantyre Old Parish Church, followed by cremation at South Lanarkshire Crematorium. The family appreciates the support from Smiths, especially Lisa.
Remembering Samuel Anderson (85)
Samuel “Wee Sam” Anderson, a beloved member of the Blantyre darts community, passed away peacefully at 85 on February 9th at Hairmyers Hospital. Known for his vibrant personality, he will be greatly missed by friends and neighbors. His funeral service will be held on March 3rd at South Lanarkshire Crematorium.
Remembering Carol Murray (79)
Remembering Alexander Coulter
Remembering Agnes Paterson (58)
It with sadness we heard of the passing of local woman, Agnes (Cassidy) Paterson. Agnes lived in Blantyre her whole life and passed away aged 58 on the 23rd January. Funeral details are known. Rosary 19th February at 5.00pm leaving from Co-op on Glasgow Road to st Joseph’s. Then a 10am mass on Friday the […]







