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.
In remembrance of loved ones lost, many share heartfelt tributes as Hogmanay approaches, expressing their grief and memories. Those struggling with loss can reach out to Cruse Scotland for support. Multiple individuals honor their family members, emphasizing the lasting impact of their absence in daily life and cherished memories.
The post invites the community to share memories of loved ones who have passed away as Hogmanay approaches. Participants can upload a photo and a brief message honoring those they’ve lost. The collected tributes will be compiled into a respectful post celebrating these individuals throughout the Christmas season until Hogmanay.
Blantyre Old Parish Church invites the community to special Christmas services. The Watchnight Service on Christmas Eve starts at 11pm with carols, followed by worship at 11.30pm. A Christmas Day service will be held at 11am. All are welcome to join in celebration, peace, and goodwill during the festive season.
The funeral of Carole Anne Wands will be held on Monday, December 29th, at 10am at South Lanarkshire Crematorium in High Blantyre. Friends and community members are invited to express their condolences to her husband, David, and their sons Kyle, Andrew, and Lee in the comments.
Blantyre will host two remembrance services on Sunday, 9th November, at 3:00pm, at Auchentibber and High Blantyre War Memorials. Everyone is welcome, with opportunities to place wreaths. Refreshments will be provided afterward in the Hall on Cemetery Road. The weather is expected to be dry.
Christmas can be a difficult time as we think about people no longer with us. Families and friends now departed. This festive season, let’s take a moment to publicly remember and honour the missing loved ones we still hold dear in our hearts. 💖 Something new this year which we hope to do each Christmas […]
The rain held off and the skies cleared for the Remembrance Service this afternoon at Auchentibber and High Blantyre Cemetery. Various organisations were represented, including the Scouts and Boys Brigade as the service commenced at 3pm. The event was well attended and a solemn occasion when collectively everybody remembered the sacrifices that previous generations made […]