Every day, communities in Edinburgh and the Lothians must say their final farewells to family members, friends, colleagues, neighbours and many other characters who have played a unique part in local life.
Some may be more well known than others, but all had a special place in someone’s heart and in our city.
Here we make space to recognise those whose deaths have been announced in the pages of the Edinburgh Evening News this week.
The listings below say where they will be remembered, including funeral arrangements, and how to leave your own tributes.
The Evening News’ death notices can be viewed and submitted to through our website here.
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5. George Gray
Peacefully, at Ashley Court, on July 23, 2025, George, aged 96 years, formerly of Standard Life. Beloved husband of the late Nancy, will be sadly missed by Bob, Debbie, Derek, Agnes, Claire, David, Ross and all of his family. Service at Mortonhall Crematorium, Pentland Chapel, on Monday, August 11, at 10.30 am, to which all are invited. | National World
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6. Catherine (Kate) Elizabeth Selby (nee Service)
Peacefully, at The Manor Care Home, on July 22, 2025, Kate, aged 88 years, beloved wife of the late Bob Selby, cherished sister of David, the late George and Sr Margaret and a devoted auntie Kathleen to the Service family. Adored stepmum to Gail and the late Hazel and a special granny Kate to the Selby and Sainsbury families. A Requiem Mass will be held at 10 am, on Friday, August 8, at St Catherine of Alexandria Catholic Church, Gracemount Drive, Edinburgh, thereafter to Mortonhall Cemetery for interment at 11.30 am. Family flowers only, please. Donations may be made to Alzheimer's Scotland in Kate’s memory. Rest in peace. | National World
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7. Margaret Richardson Stewart
Peacefully, on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at the Royal Infirmary Edinburgh, aged 82 years. Sister, aunt, great-aunt and great-great-aunt to the family and friend to many. A celebration of Margaret's life will be held at Mortonhall Crematorium, Main Chapel, at 12 noon, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. The family warmly invite you to join them. Family flowers only. | NAtional World
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8. Eric Sutherland
Sadly, passed away, on July 12, 2025. Eric Sutherland, formerly of North British & Mercantile and Commercial Union Assurance. Elder son of the late Mr & Mrs J. R. Sutherland and brother of the late Douglas Gordon Sutherland. Funeral service will take place at Seafield Crematorium, on Friday, August 8, at 1 pm, to which all are warmly welcome. | National World