Do funeral directors live in the funeral home?

Embalming and viewing of the bodies generally happen on the basement floors of a funeral home, so most funeral directors in Dundee prefer to live on site due to convenience. It is also for security reasons, to prevent trespassing, robberies and damage to properties.

What do you call a person who speaks at a funeral?

There is no specific term for a person who gives a eulogy. It can be a family member or a friend who gives a speech about the deceased. Eulogies are usually included as a part of our commemorative funeral services. If you want to know more about our services, feel free to give one of our staff a call.

What is given out at a funeral?

During the funeral or vigil, funeral directors in Dundee, Scotland, will give outfuneral brochures or pamphlets – sometimes called a funeral order – that serve as a detailed outline of the memorial service. It also summarises the achievements of the deceased loved ones when they were alive.

How long does a body last in a coffin?

As a part of our professional interment assistance and wake services, we can provide you with a wide selection of sturdy coffins carefully furnished by our team. The human body can last for fifty years or so until it completely disintegrates, leaving the coffin almost empty.

What is the difference between a funeral director and a funeral arranger?

These two terms are similar. An independent funeral director or funeral arranger operates or owns a funeral home. Another term that is usually associated with funeral director is mortician, who is responsible for handling and preparing the body before the scheduled funeral date.

Macgregors - Independent Funeral Directors Of Distinction

We treat your family like our own

We promise to do all we can to help you

Our approach is as unique as your family

A Century of Care

As St Andrews’ largest independent Funeral Directors we have cared for families since 1917.

We prioritise your needs to provide a truly personal service. We care for your family and we never make assumptions. As in life, we know that every person deserves an exceptional level of service that is unique to them in death. We spend time finding out more about your loved one to provide the best possible final send off, for them and for you.

If you obtain a written quotation offering comparable service and facilities from a local funeral director we will beat it. Our prices start from £949 for direct cremation at Dundee Crematorium (including cremation fee of £499) and from £1042 for direct cremation at Kirkcaldy Crematorium (including cremation fee of £592). We offer our own Affordable and Respectful Funeral Package with our charges starting from £1380 including a simple coffin, provision of a hearse for the funeral, caring for and bringing your loved one into our care (within a 25 mile radius), viewing within office hours and all our professional charges.

Facilities

Our service rooms provide a private and discrete setting to meet your family’s needs.

Our service rooms are the largest in St Andrews and can comfortably seat up to 80 people, with standing room for an additional 30 people.

Our service rooms have the facility for organ or music in CD or digital format and are tastefully decorated to provide a peaceful and private setting.

If you would like to visit our service rooms prior to arranging a funeral, please contact us to arrange an appointment.

Our Fleet

Our modern fleet of Mercedes hearses and limousines offer your family the latest in technology and comfort. All of our vehicles are maintained to the highest standards, and our experienced uniformed chauffeurs will provide a discreet and professional service you can rely on. Each limousine can hold a maximum of seven people, including one person sitting in the front.

If you would like to consider alternative methods of transport, for example a horse-drawn hearse or motorcycle hearse, your dedicated funeral director will be happy to discuss your requirements and source suitable options.

Macgregors

01334 472456

56 Largo Road
St Andrews, Fife
KY16 8RP