William Purves Funeral Directors
A family-run funeral director on Earsdon Road in Monkseaton, part of the William Purves family firm, run for five generations.
About William Purves Funeral Directors
William Purves Funeral Directors has a branch on Earsdon Road in Monkseaton, within the Whitley Bay area, as part of a family firm that has been run for five generations. It pairs the personal care of a family-run business with the backing of a well-established regional funeral director, and offers support to families across the coast at any hour.
The branch arranges traditional and simple funerals, burials and cremations, with a chapel of rest and pre-paid funeral plans available. Staff guide families through the arrangements at their own pace, from the order of service to the practical details, and can advise on costs and on options such as a simple funeral where cost is a concern.
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