William Purves Funeral Directors - Peebles

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.

Since the end of World War II, the Land Rover Defender has become a reliable comrade in military operations, carrying soldiers and critical supplies regardless of the terrain or weather conditions.

Read more about a vehicle synonymous with versatility and dependability in our latest blog post: https://f.mtr.cool/ugycfkbsoa

Visit landrover-hearse.co.uk to discover our Land Rover Defender Hearse - a unique and fitting choice for a memorable final journey.

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.

Read more about your options here: https://f.mtr.cool/dfyjbypoie

04/11/2025

It's week, and we're encouraging people to about finance, which includes a conversation around end-of-life planning.

If you're thinking about funeral planning for yourself and loved ones, you can download our free guide here: https://f.mtr.cool/qhkijdxyux

28/10/2025

Our Land Rover Defender hearse.

A favourite amongst farmers, as it happens. So, we wanted to take this post-harvest opportunity to say thank you to all the farmers and their wider support networks.

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24/10/2025

William Purves continues to set high standards for the funeral industry by becoming the first funeral director in Scotland to achieve UK Government-backed Cyber Essentials certification.

Borders Team Leader, Leslie Stewart, features in today's article in The Southern Reporter alongside IT manager Shaun Donaldson as they discuss the importance of protecting the privacy of our families in the Borders and beyond.

Read our latest blog post via: https://f.mtr.cool/nmgecjracl as well as the full story from the Southern Reporter here: https://f.mtr.cool/izyluzqryx

22/10/2025

Autumn is often defined by the colourful changes we see in our natural surroundings. Floral displays at this time of year bring together hues of orange, bronze, gold and mustard.

Here's one of our favourite autumnal arrangements. What's yours?

17/10/2025

Even if they've lived and worked in a place for many years, some families want to return to their roots when they die.

Our specialist repatriation team - Purves Repatriation - ensures citizens get home safely, whether that is to or from the UK.

And being a funeral director, we can provide a full service that includes long-term care, a full funeral service with onward repatriation of ashes, and a concierge service for families.