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.
37. William (Bill) Carson
Peacefully, passed away, at Royal Infirmary, on Thursday, May 29, 2025. Bill, beloved husband of Christine, much loved brother to Maureen and David and brother-in-law to John and Sheena. A dear friend to many. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at 11 am, at Mortonhall Crematorium, Main Chapel, to which all are welcome. Family flowers only please, but donations may be given in aid of Alzheimer's UK. | National World
38. Elsie Wright
Suddenly but peacefully, at home on May 24, 2025, aged 82. Devoted wife of the late William, beloved mother to Graham, David and Peter and daughters-in-law Tracey, Karen and Audrey. She will be much-missed by her grandchildren Christopher, Donna, Emma, Eilidh, Blair, Erin, Amy, Gaby and Alix and her great-grandchildren Layla, Owen, Robyn, Mia, Fallon and Novah. A funeral service will be held for Elsie at Mortonhall Crematorium, Main Chapel, on June 12, at 2 pm, followed by a funeral tea at Lasswade Rugby Club. Bright colours should be worn. There will be a retiral collection for Wrightsupport Spinal Charity. | National World
39. Joan Stewart (nee Murray)
Passed away surrounded by her loving family, at the Western General Hospital, on Friday, May 23, 2025, aged 74 years. Beloved wife of Robert, adored mum to Abbie and Bobs and the “fur babies”. Dear sister, nana and mother-in-law. A funeral service will be held at Warriston Crematorium, Cloister Chapel, on Thursday, June 12, at 1.30 pm, to which all are warmly invited. Family flowers only, please. | National World