Porteous Family Funeral Directors

04/12/2025

It was a privilege to once again this year be able to support the wonderful Pentlands Book Festival.
We were delighted to welcome two brilliant authors - Denise Mina and Tony Black - to our fully subscribed events last week.
Those attending, including Liz and Yvonne from our team, enjoyed the opportunity to meet the writers, ask questions and take part in a thoroughly engaging and enjoyable evening. It was a pleasure to host such inspiring conversations within our premises and we’re proud to continue supporting events that bring our community together.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who took part and helped make the evenings such a success. We’re already looking forward to next year’s festival! 📚

02/12/2025

This week is National Grief Awareness Week, and it’s an important time for us all to come together and show support for those suffering loss.
Everyone deals with grief in their own way - there’s no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ way to grieve. But no-one should have to walk that path alone.
At Porteous Family Funeral Directors, we are committed to supporting families not only at the time of the funeral, but long after. As members of the National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF), we have access to SAIF Care - free, confidential bereavement support to anyone who has used our services.
Whether it’s practical advice, counselling from trained professionals or you just need someone to listen, SAIF Care is there to help you find comfort your way and in your own time.
For more about SAIF Care and our bereavement support services, please visit our website: porteousfunerals.com/when-someone-dies/

When someone dies you can contact us at Porteous Family Funeral Directors, we're available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

25/11/2025

Ian Burton (Bonnyrigg)

Passed peacefully, with his loving family by his side, on Thursday 13th November 2025, at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.

Ian, beloved husband to Angela, much loved dad to Ross and Rachael, great father-in-law to Nicola and Robert, loving son of Christine and the late Ian, dearly missed brother to Phil, father figure to Darren, affectionate and adored papa to Zoe, Zara and Mack, a treasured brother-in-law and uncle to the whole family.

Ian was a valued and hard-working colleague at NWH Group, and a fantastic friend and neighbour.

Angela and the family would like to personally thank you all for all the cards, flowers and messages of condolence they have received at this most difficult time. A special thanks to the ICU departments at Middlesbrough Hospital and the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for their care of Ian throughout his short illness.

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

24/11/2025

Margo Forrest (nee Burns) (Edinburgh)

Peacefully, on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. Margo, beloved wife of the late Brian, much loved mum of Catherine and the late Steve, loving granma of Catherine, Jennifer, Jon, Julia, Ross and Emma, a cherished great granma of Isabella, Valentina, Rafferty, Joey and the bump, and a dear sister to the late Billy. Survived by her sister Kate, brother-in-law Dave & sister-in-law Isobel and daughter-in-law Katherine. Margo was loved and will be sadly missed by all her nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and friends.

A celebration of Margo's life will be held at Warriston Crematorium, Cloister Chapel, on Friday, December 5, at 2.30pm, To which all are welcome to attend. Family flowers only, please.

24/11/2025

We are delighted to once again be playing our part in the brilliant Pentlands Book Festival by hosting two author events at our Juniper Green premises.
First up on Wednesday November 26, award-winning author Denise Mina will be asking: “Are you a good liar?” The question is a reference to her gripping best-selling novel – it’s bound to be a fascinating conversation.
The following evening we welcome gritty crime writer and storyteller Tony Black. A former journalist, Tony will be sharing insights into his ‘tartan noir’ style.
We are proud to be part of the latest chapter of the festival’s story. To find out more, check out their website: https://pentlandsbookfestival.org/

10/11/2025

Charles Ross (Edinburgh/Inverness)

Unexpectedly on 27th October 2025, in Edinburgh, Charles Ross (Charlie), British Rail Telecoms, formerly of Inverness. Dear son of the late Alexander (Sonny) and Mary Ross. A loving father to Alexander. Much loved brother of Fiona, Catriona, and Gillespie. A lovable uncle and friend to many. For funeral details, and how to watch a live stream of the service, go to : https://porteousfunerals.com/funeral-details/?tribute=charlesross

09/11/2025

Today is a time to remember with respect the brave individuals who gave their lives so we could enjoy freedom. We are deeply grateful for their sacrifice and extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has chosen a life of duty to our country.

We will be pausing to take time to honour their service. Our team will be joining people across the nation as we reflect and give thanks, as well as thinking about the meaningful farewells we have arranged for members of our Armed Forces over this past year.

Lest we forget.

05/11/2025

𝗣𝗼𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗼𝗽𝗽𝘆.

If you're yet to make a donation to this year's Poppyscotland appeal, please do pop into our head office at 589 Lanark Road, Juniper Green to support this important fundraising campaign in aid of our wonderful veterans.

We'll also be observing two minutes' silence across all our funeral homes at 11am on Tuesday, 11th November in honour of those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of our nation. Lest we forget.

24/10/2025

We were delighted to attend a recent event for funeral directors, offering the opportunity to explore the impressive new East Lothian Crematorium and Memorial Gardens, situated just north of Old Craighall village near Musselburgh. This modern facility features cutting-edge technology and is the only crematorium in Scotland to provide an immersive and fully customisable funeral experience.

The pictures show Team Porteous and our Managing Director Mark Porteous (Past President of SAIF) greeting current National President of SAIF, Ross Hickton.

14/10/2025

MCLACHLAN
Lillian (Lil)
(Bonnyrigg)

Peacefully, at home with her family by her side on Wednesday 8th October 2025, Lil aged 74 years, much loved by the late Albert, adored mum to Donna and Lisa and adored gran to Jordan, Abbie, Nathan, and James, and adored great gran to Eva and Esme. Loved sister to Margaret her twin, Mary, Andrew, Ray and the late Grace and Jack. Step mum and gran to Kim, George, and Ellen.

Lil's funeral will be held at Mortonhall Crematorium Main chapel on Tuesday October the 28th at 3pm to which all are welcome. Family flowers only, however donations would be welcomed to Marie curie in Lil's memory

10/10/2025

Sheila Oxley (nee Humes)
(Livingston Village/Washington Tyne and Wear)
1941 - 2025

It is with sadness that we announce that Sheila Oxley passed away peacefully on 3rd October 2025, at Kirk Lane Nursing Home in Livingston, at the age of 84 years.
She was a beloved wife to the late Edward (Eddie/Ted), a devoted mother to Sharon and Wayne, a cherished mother-in-law to Alison and David, a doting gran to Connor, Casey, Jamie, Sophie and Dominic, as well as a great gran to Carter and Ruby-Rose.

Sheila Humes was born on the 22nd May 1941 in Washington, County Durham. She was the fourth child of James and Elsie Humes and a dear sister to Ronnie, Jean, Jim and Norman, all of whom she held in great affection.
Throughout her career, Sheila served as a caretaker for Livingston Village Community Hall and St Margaret's Academy. In her leisure time, she loved nothing more than looking after her grandkids, pets and playing Skip in her team at West Lothian Indoor and Mid Calder Bowling Clubs, both of which she was a long-standing member.
Everyone who knew her, with her vibrant and positive outlook on life, will remember her as a loving Mum and Gran and as a passionate animal lover.
Her passing will be profoundly felt but her memory will live on.

A Celebration of Sheila's life will be held at Livingston Old Parish Church on Friday October 31 at 12.45pm, followed by a short service at West Lothian Crematorium at 2pm and then a gathering in The Livingston Inn, to which all are invited.
Please feel free to wear a touch of colour as Sheila loved to do.
Family flowers only, but donations, if desired, may be made to Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home in Sheila's memory. For more details and to donate direct, please go to: https://porteousfunerals.com/funeral-details/?tribute=sheilaoxley

10/10/2025

A huge thank you to the team at Braid Hills Hotel for hosting such a wonderful and insightful open day for local funeral directors.
Yvonne, Mark and Connor were incredibly impressed with the beautiful facilities, catering and setting. It’s the perfect venue for post-funeral gatherings and memorial receptions.

Finding the right space is a key part of our caring approach, so we'll be delighted to make families aware of this fantastic local option.