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.
.jpeg?crop=4:3&trim=&width=800)
5. David Paulin
At Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, on August 3, 2025. David, beloved husband of Anne, much loved father of Iain and James and dear Grandpa to Ruairidh. Service at Mortonhall Crematorium, Main Chapel, on Monday, August 25, at 1 pm, to which all friends are invited. | National World
.jpeg?crop=4:3&trim=&width=800)
6. William Clyne Shepherd
Peacefully, at home, on August 4, 2025, Clyne, beloved husband of the late Jan (d.2024) and the late Anne (d.2004), much loved father of Pat, Helen and Maggie (Margaret), grandfather, great-grandfather and uncle. Service at St Cuthbert’s Scottish Episcopal Church, Westgarth Avenue, on Monday, August 25, 2025, at 3 pm, to which all family and friends are invited. Family flowers only please, donations may be sent to Médecins Sans Frontiėres UK. | National World
.jpeg?crop=4:3&trim=&width=800)
7. Christian Veitch
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Christian Georgina Veitch (née Marshall), on July 31, 2025, at Murrayfield Nursing Home, aged 95. Beloved wife to the late Craigie Lamb Veitch and much loved mum to Christian and Constance, nana to Adam, Marshall and Iona. She will be deeply missed by everyone who knew her. A funeral service will be held at Warriston Crematorium, Lorimer Chapel, on Friday, August 22, at 12 noon, to which all are welcome. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to Alzheimer Scotland. | National World
.jpeg?crop=4:3&trim=&width=800)
8. Diane Sharkey
We are saddened to announce the passing of Diane Sharkey, who passed away at home, on July 28, 2025. A much-loved wife, mother, sister and friend, Diane will be deeply missed by her husband Stephen, her children Ross, Stephanie and Melissa, her brother Brian, sister Wendy and best friend Sandra. The funeral will be held at Mortonhall Crematorium, Main Chapel, on Tuesday, August 26, at 1 pm. Family flowers only, please. Donations, if desired, can be made to Breast Cancer Now. The service will be streamed live. The details are: https://watch.obitus.com, username: juzi9325, password: 274447 | National World