William Purves Funeral Directors - Peebles

29/07/2026

Discovered an unmarked family grave through your ancestry search?

Our Memorial Team can create a new headstone, restore lost memorials, and repair damaged stones and inscriptions — helping keep your family history alive: https://f.mtr.cool/iyyybaxlzr

20/07/2026

The July issue of Classic Land Rover magazine features the story of a memorable final journey for Ronald Slater, a keen adventurer who lived in North Tyneside and whose family chose the hearse for a fitting farewell for a life well-lived.

You can read Ronald's story, and tales from families across our regions on our blog: https://f.mtr.cool/lybsgjszvf

16/07/2026

When life is calm, there's time to think about what matters most.

Sharing your funeral wishes while you're healthy and well gives you the opportunity to plan with confidence and care, rather than during a time of stress or uncertainty.

We're here to help whenever you're ready.

Call us today to arrange a pre-paid plan appointment: https://f.mtr.cool/tujohctpns

10/07/2026

It's so important to support the funeral industry's regulatory bodies to ensure that loved ones and their families are treated with the highest standards of care and compassion.

Hear from our Chairman and CEO Tim Purves — Scottish President of the National Association of Funeral Directors, and Gary Staker — National President of SAIF, who discuss the importance of their roles in our latest blog: https://f.mtr.cool/rqlsubcrmr

08/07/2026

CRAWFORD
Malcolm Allan
(Peebles)

At Hay Lodge Hospital, Peebles surrounded by his family, on 3rd July 2026. Malcolm, loved and loving husband of Barbara for 64 years, much loved father of Alan and the late Alison, proud and loving grandad to Katie and Jack and an honorary “great-grandad” to Kerry, Don, Scott and families. Service at Mortonhall Crematorium (Main Chapel) on Thursday 23rd July at 2.00pm. All friends are respectfully invited. Family flowers only please, but donations if desired to Nomad Beat Music School.

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03/07/2026

Give her a funeral that would make her smile.

Lean on our experience and make it personal to the last detail.

30/06/2026

BAKER
Norah
(Peebles)

Peacefully on 26th June 2026, Norah, beloved wife of the late Joe, much loved mum to Annemarie, Norah and Caroline, loving granny to Joe and Michaela and great-granny to Louie. Requiem Mass in St Joseph’s Church on Wednesday 22nd July at 10am, interment thereafter at Peebles Cemetery at 11am. All friends are respectfully invited. RIP.

25/06/2026

JUPE
Margaret
(Innerleithen)

Peacefully at St Ronan’s House on 14th June 2026, Margaret, beloved wife of the late Derek, much loved mum to Naomi, Stephen, Sharon and Lois, and a loving gran, great gran and a dear mother-in-law. Service in Innerleithen Church of Scotland on Tuesday 14th July at 12 noon. Interment thereafter at Innerleithen Cemetery at 1pm. All friends are respectfully invited, family flowers only please. Let’s celebrate mums long and happy life. Dress code: bright and cheerful.

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23/06/2026

Free professional advice, no strings attached.

It costs nothing to get our advice about funeral planning, including details about prepaid plans. We'll tailor costs based on your priorities so you get just what you need no more, no less.

Call us today to book your appointment.

21/06/2026

Celebrating all the dads no longer with us and cherishing the memories and legacies they leave future generations.