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.
29. Jessie Denholm
Peacefully, on May 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Jessie, much loved mum of James, Ian and Pearl, passed away in Edinburgh Royal Infirmary. Much loved wife of the late Jimmy and loving gran and great-gran. The funeral will take place on June 9, leaving from Jessie’s house walking to Prestongrange Church, for 12 noon, service, then onto Prestonpans Cemetery, for 1 pm. Afterwards tea at Prestonpans British Legion, all welcome. Flowers to be sent to Coop Funeralcare Prestonpans, EH32 9AF. | National World
30. Margaret Howat (nee Newlands)
Peacefully, passed away at Jewel House Care Home, on Thursday May 29, 2025. Margaret, beloved wife of the late Alex, loved mum to Linda, Sandra and Rhona, much loved granny, great-granny and a dear friend to many. Funeral service will be held on Friday, June 13, 2025, at 11.30 am, at Mortonhall Crematorium, Pentland Chapel, to which all are welcome. Family flowers only, please. Bright colours to be worn at Margaret's request. | National World
31. Sean O'Donnell
Suddenly, passed away on May 19, 2025, age 62, adored son of May and Tommy, much loved partner to Angie, loving dad of Sarah, Christopher, Erin, loving brother to Brian, loving grandad to Lloyde, Eve, Daisy and Honey. Funeral service to be held on Thursday, June 12, at 12 noon, at Seafield Crematorium, to which all are warmly invited. | National World
32. Elizabeth (Chisholm) May
Elizabeth passed away peacefully, at the Royal Infirmary, Edinburgh, she has now joined her late husband William May. Sadly she leaves behind her two daughters Jennifer and Kathryn and her son-in-law John and daughter-in-law Kirsten. Her sister misses her deeply and brother-in-law John. Her grandchildren, Emily and Jessica, love and miss her. May you rest in peace. Mortonhall Crematorium, Pentland Chapel, on June 12, 2025, at 10.30 am. All are welcome. Family flowers only. | National World