Mr John Donald
John
(Peebles)
Peacefully at Hay Lodge Hospital, Peebles on 11th July 2024. John, beloved husband of Frances, much loved dad to Euan, loving grandpa to Isobel and a dear brother to Enid. Service at Borders Crematorium, Melrose on Wednesday 7th August at 12 noon. All friends are respectfully invited, family flowers only please.
Cremation Service
Location
Borders Crematorium
Melrose
TD6 9HA
Date & Time
12:00pm Wed 7th Aug 2024
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