Calling a funeral director is one of the hardest calls any family has to make. For some, it’s in the wake of a painful, shocking and unexpected death. For others, it’s the next step of a process they’ve been anticipating for a while. It’s not surprising that we’re...
From 1 March 2025, the funeral sector in Scotland will be fully regulated requiring anyone trading as a funeral director to meet minimum standards of professional training, funeral facilities, and quality of care. It may come as a surprise that until now, anyone in...
The family of a Land Rover-loving father organised the most fitting farewell by hiring our one-of-a-kind Defender hearse for his final journey. Steven passed away earlier this year after a long battle with cancer. An optimist to the end, he delegated the arrangements...
The festive season, typically a period associated with good cheer and social events, can be particularly challenging for those who are grieving. Individuals coping with loss may find the Christmas holidays daunting, and difficult emotions heightened, as they struggle...
Hear Chairman Tim Purves discuss the importance of choice, care and support in funerals, the legacy of being a fifth generation funeral director, and share some of our company’s highlights in recent years....
It is a subject that many would prefer to avoid, and yet which tragically affects parents and families every-day worldwide. The loss of a baby is a devastating experience and one that can feel incredibly isolating for parents. This is only heightened by a general...
We celebrated the opening of our Barnton branch at 185 Whitehouse Road this week, chosen so we can better serve families in the north west of Edinburgh. It’s the tenth branch in the Lothian area to offer William Purves’ unvrivalled funeral services to...
From a small idea to a very large reality, this month sees the formal launch of our Land Rover Defender hearse. It’s the newest addition to our fleet and since it’s introduction, it’s been a popular choice for families up and down the country who want a unique,...
What a notion – first aid for the professionals that deal with death every day? Let’s talk about a successful internal programme we launched to assist our colleagues in 2024. What is GFA? Grief first aid is just that. First aid for anyone facing loss. Normal...
As a profession, funeral directors typically strive to deliver the highest quality of care and compassionate service. Yet in light of recent events, this reputation has sadly been called into question, spreading a dark shadow over the industry. We are greatly saddened...
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