William Purves Funeral Directors - Tim Purves | Edinburgh Business Stories Ep28

Tim Purves, Director of William Purves Funeral Directors, joins Alex and Alan for this week's episode of Edinburgh Business Stories.
William Purves started the company back in 1888 and now, five generations later, Chairman Tim Purves represents the Purves family. The 'William Purves family' today comprises over 100 staff including four great-great-grandchildren of the founder.
Tim shares gives us a behind-the-scenes look into the job of a funeral director, building strong company values, the Queen's funeral and how his faith shapes his guiding principles.

[@heathergheavenor]

This family business took care of my husband in September 2022 so soon after they had cared for the Queen. I cannot praise them highly enough.

[@ericmoore7391]

Absolutely amazing Tim, what a story and experience, it was a priveledge to meet you at LPO this year. Thank you so much for sharing it with us especially your superb Christian business ethics.

[@johnnybacigalupo3066]

Really enjoyed this from a well know Edinburgh man at the head of a superb bsuiness.

[@theembroideryshop2922]

Really enjoyed this business story

[@AlanSmithBusinessCoach]

Thanks. It was a good one eh!

[@BridgesProperties]

Amazing 👏🏻 really enjoyed this one!