Porteous Family Funeral Directors

Porteous Family Funeral Directors Porteous family Funeral Directors is one of the few remaining family-run, independent funeral direct Mark began his career in the funeral profession in 1989.

Porteous Family Funeral Directors was established by Mark Porteous. Since opening his first office in Juniper Green in 2006, the company’s reputation has grown through personal recommendation and we now also operate from a number of additional offices throughout Edinburgh and the Lothians. There are now two generations of the Porteous family in the company. Mark, his wife Yvonne and son Grant work with a dedicated team of staff, who between them have many years’ experience within the funeral profession. They are all committed to offering families the best possible service and take seriously their responsibilities of caring and helping families at a difficult time. Porteous Family Funeral Directors is a member of SAIF (National Society of Allied & Independent Funeral Directors) and abide strictly by their Code of Practice. This gives our families reassurance that our standards of conduct are regulated and regularly monitored. Copies of the Code of Practice can be supplied in any branch. Porteous Family Funeral Directors is an appointed representative of Golden Charter Limited trading as Golden Charter Funeral Plans which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN:965279).

The boss turns 60!Wishing managing director Mark a very happy 60th birthday today. Mark started his funeral journey aged...
07/01/2026

The boss turns 60!

Wishing managing director Mark a very happy 60th birthday today. Mark started his funeral journey aged 23 and has become a highly respected figure in the funeral industry amongst peers and colleagues. Mark has looked after many families over the years, and we are sure everyone from clients, staff and friends wish him all the best.
Enjoy your day, Mark!

Gary Patrick McGovern1968 - 2025Peacefully, after a short illness at the Marie Curie Hospice on 25th December 2025, Gary...
06/01/2026

Gary Patrick McGovern
1968 - 2025

Peacefully, after a short illness at the Marie Curie Hospice on 25th December 2025, Gary, loving husband of Margaret, much loved dad of Cameron, beloved son of May and the late Pat, loved brother of Debbie, dear son in law of Pam and Alex and cherished uncle of Jenna and Sophie.

Gary was a good friend to many and will be forever in our hearts.

For funeral details, go to https://porteousfunerals.com/funeral-details/?tribute=garymcgovern

Catherine (Rena) Marr (Bonnyrigg) Passed away very peacefully at Midlothian Community Hospital, on Friday 26th December ...
06/01/2026

Catherine (Rena) Marr
(Bonnyrigg)

Passed away very peacefully at Midlothian Community Hospital, on Friday 26th December 2025.
Rena, much loved wife to Bob, devoted mum to Keith and Sandra, mother-in-law to Marion and Jim, beloved gran/granny to Jamie, Gary, Rory, Calum, Alex and great granny to Ella, Murray and the late Caitlin, a dear aunt, cousin, and friend to many.
For funeral details, go to https://porteousfunerals.com/funeral-details/?tribute=catherinemarr

As part of our latest Light a Candle campaign, we’ve shared virtual memorial candles to help honour loved ones around th...
22/12/2025

As part of our latest Light a Candle campaign, we’ve shared virtual memorial candles to help honour loved ones around the Christmas period. Thank you to everyone who created a memorial candle.
Here are the remaining memorial candles that were submitted. Keep a look out for the next opportunity to Light a Candle.

We send all our friends and followers the warmest wishes at this special time of year.Our caring and dedicated colleague...
22/12/2025

We send all our friends and followers the warmest wishes at this special time of year.

Our caring and dedicated colleagues will be available to provide support over the Festive Season. However, please note that our funeral homes will be operating on reduced hours during this period. Please see below for further details.

Thank you so much to everyone who has submitted a memorial candle so far. Light a Candle will come to a close today (Sun...
21/12/2025

Thank you so much to everyone who has submitted a memorial candle so far.

Light a Candle will come to a close today (Sunday 21 December). Candles submitted before 5pm today will be shared on our page on Monday 22 of December.

https://gbnf.online/308959

We’d like to thank everyone who’s created a virtual candle for their loved one so far. If you’d like to submit a candle ...
18/12/2025

We’d like to thank everyone who’s created a virtual candle for their loved one so far.
If you’d like to submit a candle for a loved one, you can do so by clicking the link below.

https://gbnf.online/308959

Christopher Patrick James Marshall Bell (Chris)1987 - 2025Chris Bell was taken from us on 27th of November 2025 in the c...
16/12/2025

Christopher Patrick James Marshall Bell
(Chris)
1987 - 2025

Chris Bell was taken from us on 27th of November 2025 in the comfort of his own home at the age of 38. He was a devoted husband and soul mate to his wife Zara Robinson-Bell. A beloved son to Grace and the late James Bell. An incredibly supportive brother to his sister Jacqueline, adored wholeheartedly by his niece Emilia. And a much loved son-in-law to Mariam and Ernest.

Chris was loved by many, and gave his heart to all. He has left an enormous void for everyone that knew him, and will be forever missed.

For funeral details, go to: https://porteousfunerals.com/funeral-details/?tribute=christopher-patrickjamesmarshall-bell

As the year draws to a close, it’s common to think of the people who are special to us – especially those we've lost. Th...
15/12/2025

As the year draws to a close, it’s common to think of the people who are special to us – especially those we've lost. That’s why we’ve chosen to take part in Light a Candle.

From 15 to 21 December we’ll be posting digital candles in memory of those who can’t be with us during the festive season. If you’d like to create a virtual candle, please click the following link where you can choose a design and write a short message to a loved one.

There's no cost for you or your family to get involved and create an online memorial.
We’ll share your candles on our page.
https://gbnf.online/308959

Thomas (Tommy) Reynolds (Bonnyrigg)Passed peacefully, at Drummond Grange Nursing Home, on Thursday, November 27, 2025. T...
11/12/2025

Thomas (Tommy) Reynolds (Bonnyrigg)

Passed peacefully, at Drummond Grange Nursing Home, on Thursday, November 27, 2025. Tommy, beloved husband to the late Margaret, much loved dad to Anne, Katherine and Tracey, treasured grandpa (grumpy) to Fiona, Lynsey, Scott, Blaine, Ramsay and a great-grandpa, brother, uncle, neighbour, and a dear friend to many.

For full funeral details please go to https://porteousfunerals.com/obituaries/

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