William Purves Funeral Directors - inc David Hardie & Son

31/08/2025

Organised by you, so they don't have to.

Speak with us for ways to plan ahead. From our free Plan of Wishes to a prepaid funeral plan, we'll help create something today, that they can follow when it's needed.

In our branch or in your home, by phone, or online: https://f.mtr.cool/jxodkhhaub

28/08/2025

Since launching the Land Rover Defender Hearse in 2024, this iconic car been a popular choice in the Borders for a loved one's final journey.

What about you?

Are you looking for a unique farewell for you or a loved one? Or, would you want something more traditional?

Comment below or send us a message. We'd like to hear from you.

16/08/2025

Funerals are for families.

And for yours, it might include a much-loved pet.

Ask us about possibilities to include them on the day, as we understand the important role they play at a difficult time.

13/08/2025

FOWLER
Jane
(Clovenfords)
The funeral of the late Jane Fowler will take place at Borders Crematorium, Melrose on Wednesday 20th August at 10am. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please but donations if desired to Epilepsy Scotland.

See our list of obituaries to read a tribute to your friend or loved one. It is our privelige to share these on behalf of our families.

12/08/2025

The best person to plan your funeral is you, and we're here to make it happen.

Download your free plan of wishes checklist via https://f.mtr.cool/bzjzmasrfh

08/08/2025

Delighted to see our Land Rover Defender Hearse out on a funeral, looking right at home against the backdrop of the Eildon Hills.

Thank you to the Borders Crematorium for capturing this moment.

Every goodbye should feel just right for the person you're remembering. At Borders Crematorium, we’re all about adapting to what matters most to you—whether that’s the little details or the big ones.

We recently had a service that featured a Land Rover Hearse from William Purves Funeral Directors, which added a really personal touch. It’s moments like these that help make each farewell feel truly unique and meaningful.

30/07/2025

Employee wellbeing is a priority for our Chief Culture Officer, Colin Brown, who contributes to today's issue of The Herald with his article "Why funeral directors need grief 'first aid' training".

Although grief is a burden carried by the affected families first and foremost, we acknowledge that it is shared in part by our funeral directors who witness their sadness first-hand.

You can read the article here: https://f.mtr.cool/ubcmzmxvpr

23/07/2025

A truly one-of-a-kind creation - where funeral directors and Land Rover specialists came together to design something both meaningful and practical.

Our customised Land Rover Defender hearse features a lowered deck, allowing families a clear and full view of floral tributes and the coffin alike.

https://f.mtr.cool/wvdvtvpbly

16/07/2025

𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐒
𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐞𝐥
(𝐆𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐬)

Peacefully at home on 11th July 2025, Mike, beloved husband to Shirley, much loved dad to Colin, Calum, Sam and Jamie, step dad to Miranda and Sarah, loving papa to Madison, Aidan, Owen, Cody, Amelia and Riley, dearly loved son of Margaret and the late Tom and a dear brother, brother in law and uncle to the family. Service at Borders Crematorium Melrose on Tuesday 22nd July at 10am all friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, no formal dress code.

16/07/2025

𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐒𝐎𝐍
𝐄𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧
(𝐆𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐬)

Peacefully at Borders General Hospital on 11th July 2025, Eelin, beloved wife of the late Murray much loved mum to Ralph and proud gran to Liam. Service in Ladhope Vale Funeral Home on Friday 1st August at 11:15am, interment thereafter at Eastlands Cemetery at 12 noon. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please.

16/07/2025

𝐑𝐄𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐘
𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐭
(𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐤𝐢𝐫𝐤)

Thursday 24th July 2025

Borders Crematorium, Melrose

at 12 Noon

Family flowers only, donations if desired to "Evie's Batten Journey"