William Purves Funeral Directors - inc Robert Samson

William Purves Funeral Directors - inc Robert Samson Funeral care delivered with Compassion, Dedication, Integrity and Respect in Broughty Ferry and the surrounding area — we're here when you need us, 24/7.

From the mid 1960's, Robert Samson Funeral Directors has served the communities of Broughty Ferry and beyond earning their trust. In 2015, another family firm was singled out to take over, whose values of compassion, dedication, integrity and respect ensured the highest quality of service could continue into the next century. We are here for families when they need us the most, 24/7 every day of the year. If you need advice or help now, or are planning ahead, lean on our experience.

"I need a funeral director. What do I do now?"You're in safe hands from the moment you call us. And from this point for...
05/10/2025

"I need a funeral director. What do I do now?"

You're in safe hands from the moment you call us. And from this point forward, we'll be by your side, guiding you through the first steps and all those that follow in the coming days.

Here to help. When you need it the most.
24/7. Every day of the year.

03/10/2025

TERRY
Sheila

Suddenly, but peacefully in Roxburghe House, Dundee, on Thursday, September 25, 2025, Sheila, aged 89 years, beloved wife of the late David, much loved mum of David and Ronald, a loving gran and great-gran and a good friend to many. Funeral service in the service room of William Purves, Funeral Directors, 175, King Street, Broughty Ferry, on Monday, October 13, at 11:30 a.m., to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only, please, but donations, if desired, may be made at the service room in aid of Dundee Blind and Partially Sighted Society.

03/10/2025

HANDY
Robert (Bert)
Suddenly, in Ninewells Hospital, Dundee, on September 28, 2025, with his family by his side, Robert (Bert) in his 89th year, beloved husband of Freda, a much loved dad and grandad and a dear brother. Funeral service in the service room of Willam Purves Funeral Directors, 175 King Street, Broughty Ferry, on Wednesday, October 15, at 12 noon, to which all family and friends are invited. Family flowers only, please, but donations, if desired, may be made to Bughties Care Home Comfort Fund, at the service room.

02/10/2025

As it's , we celebrate the wide-ranging work we're privileged to hear at the funerals of families we serve.

We've listened to national bards, number one bestsellers, and poet laureates - even limericks written the night before. In its special way, poetry cuts to the heart of saying goodbye.

Enjoy listening to the words of Helen Lowrie Marshall's 'Afterglow', as read by staff representing the different regions we serve.

29/09/2025

SCOTT
David Stewart
Sadly, on Monday, September 22nd, 2025, David (Dave), aged 89, past away quietly and peacefully at home, after an illness borne with stoic courage, in the care of his family. Loving father to David and Lesley and cherished grandad to Gavin. Funeral service to take place on Tuesday, October 7th, 2025, at Dundee Crematorium, at 11.30am., to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only, please.

No fuss? No bother.A funeral doesn't have to be elaborate. We can help you keep it as modest as you'd like. Find your ne...
29/09/2025

No fuss? No bother.

A funeral doesn't have to be elaborate. We can help you keep it as modest as you'd like.

Find your nearest branch via: https://f.mtr.cool/ilscdfgxun to speak to us about what you want (and don't want).

25/09/2025

Pauline Lafferty
Peacefully, in Ballumbie Court, Care Home, Dundee, on Sunday, September 21, 2025, Pauline, aged 71 years, (ex D.C. Thomson and Phlebotomist Dept. Ninewells Hospital), beloved wife of the late Charlie, much loved mum of Jimmy, Paul and Craig, loving gran of Ben and Reagan and a dearly loved mother-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, aunt and good friend to many. Funeral service in Dundee Crematorium on Thursday, October 2, at 1:30 p.m., to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only, please, but donations, if desired may be made at the crematorium in aid of Alzheimer Scotland.

As we shared on Monday, Andrew Purves, COO of William Purves, featured in an article for the most recent publication of ...
24/09/2025

As we shared on Monday, Andrew Purves, COO of William Purves, featured in an article for the most recent publication of The Sunday Times, in which he commented on the introduction of water cremation (hydrolysis) in Scotland.

Follow the link below to read our summary of the article and his contribution.

https://f.mtr.cool/wkhxrjwsjm

23/09/2025

Susan Dignan
Suddenly, at home, on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, Susan, (Sue), aged 76 years, beloved wife of the late Doug, much loved mum of Karen, dearly loved mother-in-law of Iain and a loved sister, sister-in-law, aunt and good friend to many. Funeral service in the Service Room of William Purves, Funeral Directors, 175, King Street, Broughty Ferry, on Friday, October 3, at 2:30 p.m., to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only, please, but donations, if desired, may be made at the service room in aid of Coeliac U.K.

Andrew Purves, COO of William Purves Funeral Directors, has been part of a working group advising the Scottish governmen...
22/09/2025

Andrew Purves, COO of William Purves Funeral Directors, has been part of a working group advising the Scottish government on the introduction of water cremation.

Also known as hydrolysis, Scotland could be the first part of the UK to introduce this, following recent changes in legislation.

Featured in an article for The Sunday Times yesterday, Andrew discusses the process of hydrolysis and the benefits it could bring to families seeking the best way to say goodbye to their loved ones.

Subscribers to The Times can read the full article here: https://f.mtr.cool/bcsnohexbd

Help - my relative has died abroad, how do I get them home?We hope this never happens to you, but for those who it does,...
17/09/2025

Help - my relative has died abroad, how do I get them home?

We hope this never happens to you, but for those who it does, we're here to help. Call our specialist repatriation team Purves Repatriation 24/7, and we'll guide you through the first steps, supporting you and your family throughout to get your loved one home safely.

Our guide to what this might involve is here, too: https://f.mtr.cool/vehqrqnugc

No matter where or when you need help, we'll be on hand when you need us the most.

09/09/2025

DAVID WATT
Peacefully, in Ninewells Hospital, Dundee, on Friday, September 5, 2025, David, aged 93 years, beloved husband of the late Celia, much loved father of Robert and Kathleen, a loving grandad and a dearly loved partner of Jean Hutton. Funeral service in Broughty Ferry New Kirk, Queen Street, Broughty Ferry, on Friday, October 3 at 10:30 a.m., to which all family and friends are respectfully invited. Interment thereafter in Barnhill Cemetery, arriving main gate Strathmore Street at 11:30 a.m. Family flowers only, please, but donations may be made at the Church in aid of Guide Dogs For the Blind.

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