Family run for five generations
When you place your trust in William Purves you can expect the highest standards of professionalism, compassionate care and a truly distinct service.Putting your family first
We've been doing it for generations. Often in communities where the business had a different name, identity and a long-standing legacy. That's where the difference ends.
Being part of William Purves, a fifth generation family owned and run business, means today's families will be guided and supported by teams who can draw on many years of experience. Serving families with commitment and care to ensure every funeral is unique and all are special. Let our local family help yours.
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As independent funeral directors we serve bereaved families in our local communities. Find out more about your local William Purves funeral director.
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Latest Posts
Our guide to woodland or natural burials
Spring brings traditions of Easter, school holidays, time jumping forward an hour. As funeral directors, Spring can also trigger a rise in queries around natural or woodland funerals. Here’s our answers to six most frequently asked questions. 1. Where? In the...
Financial benefits of funeral planning
As we approach the fiscal year end, those looking to retirement are called on to top up ISAs and review their tax position and budgets. Enquiries about our Prepaid funeral plans often rise around this time of year. And here’s why. They are an efficient way of...
Championing International Women’s Day 2024
In a profession that's been traditionally male dominated, we’re shining the spotlight on two of our funeral directors, Sharon Laing in Inverurie in Aberdeenshire and Kim Ramshaw from Monkseaton, North East England. Neither set out to be a funeral director but their...
