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.
5. Alan McDonald Douglas
After a long battle, bravely fought, Alan passed at Marie Curie, on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. Husband to Phyllis, adored dad of Stuart, Ross and Sarah. Father-in-law to Julie, Katy and Stuart. Grandfather to Lawry, Victoria, Daisy, Charlie, Alex, Cameron and Matthew. GG to Winnie. A celebration of Alan’s life will be held at Warriston Crematorium, Cloister Chapel, on Thursday, July 10, at 1.30 pm. All welcome. | National World
6. John James Wallace
Peacefully, after a long illness, at The Margaret Kerr Unit, on June 21,2025, surrounded by family, aged 56 years. Much loved son of John and Elizabeth Wallace and special brother to twins Suzanne and Mark. Loving uncle to James and Josh. Service to be held at Borders Crematorium, Melrose, on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at 12 noon, to which all are welcome. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Margaret Kerr Unit. | National World
7. Raymond O'Hara
Peacefully, at home on June 17, 2025. Raymond, much loved brother and uncle to the family. Will be sadly missed by all. Private cremation at Raymond’s request, a service will be held at Inveresk Cemetery, on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at 1 pm, to which all are welcome. | National World
8. Margaret Gray
Died peacefully, June 29, 2025, at Ferry Field House. Wife of the late James Gray and mother of the late Alistair. Will be missed by daughter Jennifer and grandchildren Tom Eric, Monica, Richard, Lill, Linda, Jan, Euan, Ross and Adam. Great-granny / super granny to Thea, Kian, Maxi, Tyr, William, Selma, Jamie, Noah and Sophia. Private cremation and memorial. | National World