Former Liberal Democrat councillor Mairi Nash has died. She represented Portlethen, after having moved to Downies from Newtonhill.

Here is the notice from the Press and Journal:

NASH (Stonehaven) Peacefully on Sunday, July 17, 2016, Mairi Ralston Nash (Councillor Nash), aged 71 years, dearly loved mum of Vicky, Pippa and Amelia. All friends and family are respectfully invited to attend a funeral service at Dunnottar Parish Church, Stonehaven on Tuesday, July 26, at 1.30am followed by a committal at Baldarroch Crematorium, Crathes. Family flowers only please but donations, in lieu, may be made at the church door for Alzheimer’s Scotland, who have been a constant support.