In 1965, Eric founded the business by building on his experience as a joiner and cabinet-maker which included the provision of coffins for customers as part of his service. By the early 1990s, the focus shifted from joinery to full time funeral directing and in 1995, Eric’s son Alan joins the team along with current manager, Ian Thomson. The two-generation family owner-managers continue to build the business and Alan eventually succeeds Eric.
While planning his retirement in 2016, Alan seeked out another family business with ethics and experience to take on the legacy of his own. William Purves, with its five generations and reputation for premier funeral services, was a natural fit.
