David Semple, a local man, passed away on January 21st. Remembered as a gentleman by his family, he was a beloved father to David, Jim, and Allan, and a cherished grandfather and great-grandfather. His funeral is scheduled for February 11th, with his family expressing their profound sorrow.
Local man Gerry Gallagher has passed away. His family has announced that the funeral will be held at South Lanarkshire Crematorium on January 31st at midday. During this difficult time, our condolences and thoughts are with his family.
Local butcher Dan Rodger has passed away peacefully at home on January 22, 2026, surrounded by his family. D&J Rodger Butchers expressed their sorrow in a statement, thanking customers for their support. The community extends condolences to his family, including Jean, Scot, Craig, and Neil. Rest in peace, Danny.
James (Jimmy) Grieve, a former resident of Blantyre, passed away on January 13 at the age of 87. His funeral is scheduled for January 27 at 9:30 am at St Ninians Church, Hillhouse, followed by an interment at St Patrick’s Cemetery in New Stevenson. Condolences are extended to his family.
David Renwick Love, a local man, passed away on January 10, 2026, at the age of 79. His funeral will be held on January 27 at 10 am at Smiths Funeral Directors, followed by committal at Priestfield Cemetery at 11 am. Our condolences go to his family during this difficult time.
Thomas McAlpine, 89, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2026, at Abbeydale Court Care Home, surrounded by family. His funeral is set for February 6, 2026, at 11am at South Lanarkshire Crematorium, with a gathering afterward at John Carrigan’s Blantyre. The family appreciates the support during this time.
Andrew Simon Boyd, who passed away on January 3, 2026, at the age of 68, will have his funeral mass on January 30 at 10 am at St Joseph’s RC Church, followed by a committal at South Lanarkshire Crematorium at 11 am. His family appreciates the support during this difficult time.
Emily Dobson Simm, a local woman born in May 1930, passed away at the age of 95 on January 6th. Her funeral will be held on Friday, January 23rd, at South Lanarkshire Crematorium, followed by burial at Priestfield Cemetery. The community offers condolences to her family during this difficult time.