William Purves Funeral Directors - Peebles

24/11/2025

Campbell
Lady Catherine Mary Sutherland
(Glenrath)
Cathie passed away peacefully on the 2nd of November 2025. Beloved wife and best friend of the late Sir John Campbell. A proud mother and grandmother to the family and a dear sister. A Thanksgiving Service will be held in Peebles Old Parish Church, on Wednesday 26th November at 1.30pm, to which all friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. The family have asked us to share details of the webcast as follows.

Please click the following link on the day to watch the service:
www.williampurves.co.uk/webcast/PEB62478, and use the password which is case sensitive:black339

Webcast Welcome Please sign in with the provided password to join the current funeral event: Password: Find Your Nearest Branch

23/11/2025

William Purves will display the Golden Charter Funeral Plans seal in our branch windows across the UK.

For us, it shows that we’re part of a nationwide network of independent funeral directors who share the same standards of care and professionalism.

When families see the seal, they know they can rely on us - a local, independent business supported by one of the UK’s largest funeral plan providers.

18/11/2025

With branches in both Scotland and England, we are delighted that our communities north and south of the border can look forward to supporting their nation at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after tonight's monumental victory for the Scots.

Well done to Scotland National Team, and England football team on their qualification.

18/11/2025

You may be aware of today's news that there is a global network outage at Cloudflare, which is also affecting the William Purves website, as well as those of all brands in the William Purves Family.

We're sorry if you have been unable to access our website at this time. As always, we are available 24/7 to talk on the phone at 01896 752 465.

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14/11/2025

As funeral directors, we're shocked and saddened to hear stories of families not receiving the care they deserve when they lose a loved one.

We're encouraged to see that the UK Government is making positive steps towards regulation south of the border in the funeral sector.

William Purves can reassure families that we fully support regulation in the funeral industry and maintain the highest standards of care across our regions.

Read more about our commitment to the care of your loved ones in our latest blog post: https://f.mtr.cool/adohxqdsjs

12/11/2025

Amended notice, to include webcast details for Mrs Helen Porteous

PORTEOUS
Helen
(Peebles)

Peacefully at The Margaret Kerr Unit on 5th November 2025, with her family by her side. Helen, beloved wife of William, much loved mum to Gary and Karen, loving granny to Eden-Rose, much loved sister to Sandra and David, and a dear sister-in-law to Eric. Service in the Burgh Hall, Peebles on Friday 28th November at 11.30am. Interment thereafter at Peebles Cemetery at 12.30pm. All friends are respectfully invited. Colourful clothing welcome. If you are unable to attend in person, you may view the service via a webcast at www.williampurves.co.uk/webcast/PEB62487 please use the following password which is case sensitive: purple554

Webcast Welcome Please sign in with the provided password to join the current funeral event: Password: Find Your Nearest Branch

12/11/2025

Russell
Barbara
(Peebles)
Peacefully in Ward 6 at Borders General Hospital on Sunday 9th November 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Barbara, aged 70 years, beloved wife to Billy, much loved mother to Claire and Kirsty, loving Nana to Chloe, Caitlin, Ollie and Wee Robs, proud Granny B to Lana and loving mother-in-law to Lewis. Requiem Mass in St Joseph’s Church, Peebles on Tuesday 25th November at 10am, interment thereafter at Peebles Cemetery at 11am. All friends are respectfully invited. RIP.

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11/11/2025

Remembering those who've lost their lives protecting our country and our freedom.

10/11/2025

In this time of remembrance, we reflect on the courage of those who've died while serving our country.

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07/11/2025

PORTEOUS
Helen
(Peebles)

Peacefully at The Margaret Kerr Unit on 5th November 2025, with her family by her side. Helen, beloved wife of William, much loved mum to Gary and Karen, loving granny to Eden-Rose, much loved sister to Sandra and David, and a dear sister-in-law to Eric. Service in the Burgh Hall, Peebles on Friday 28th November at 11.30am. Interment thereafter at Peebles Cemetery at 12.30pm. All friends are respectfully invited. Colourful clothing welcome.

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05/11/2025

SKED
Sadie
(Innerleithen)

Peacefully at Borders General Hospital on 29th October 2025, Sadie, beloved wife of the late Robert, loving mum to Adalaide, Michelle and Colette, much loved grandma Sked to Mark, Brad and Ava, step grandma to Hunter, dearly loved sister to Janet and the late Mary and a dear mother-in-law and aunt. Requiem Mass in St James’s Church, Innerleithen on Wednesday 12th November at 10am, thereafter to Borders Crematorium for 12 noon. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please. RIP.

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05/11/2025

Did you know that you can scatter your loved one's ashes using fireworks?

We love hearing requests for something unconventional, and as long as it's do-able, we'll make it happen.

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